art
The Bath House Cultural Center is accepting submissions now through Jan. 5 for the annual El Corazón exhibition, which runs Feb. 2-March 2. El Corazón features art inspired by the heart, or “el corazón” in Spanish, which is an important Mexican and Latin American symbol. There is no cost to submit work for consideration.
education
Lake Highlands High school kicker Mitchell Henton won Player of the Week by Vype Magazine in an online poll. He received 451 votes while the runner up received 86 votes. Henton has had stellar performances at several games, including a big win against Jesuit Prep. With time running out, he kicked a 42-yard field goal for the Wildcat win, 20-17. Another thrilling moment was his game-winning field goal early this season against Rowlett High, where he nailed a 44-yarder. Henton’s photo will appear as Muscle Milk Greater Dallas Player of the Week in November’s Vype high school sports magazine.
Moss Haven Elementary gained approval to build a chicken coop alongside its educational garden. “We look forward to hatching healthiness in 2013,” says Tiffany Walker, PTA mom and “Garden Gal” committee member. This makes Moss Haven the first school in Richardson ISD to have a chicken coop, Walker says. Search “Moss Haven farm” to see the Advocate’s video and read Keri Mitchell’s story about the farm.
people
Carlie Davis, a 2009 LHHS graduate, has been named to the All Big 12 second team in women’s soccer. Carlie plays defender for the Baylor Bears. As a senior, Carlie was a starter in all 19 regular season games this year, with coaches matching her up against the strongest offensive player in each match. Her squad set a Baylor record with 12 shutouts this season, and they allowed only nine goals all year.
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