McCallum
BLUE BRIGADE Embrace
SPRING SHOW APRIL 11 & 12, 2025
McCallum Blue Brigade
McCallum Blue Brigade
Director
Nancy Searle
ASSISTANT Director
Jami Friedman
OFFICERS
Captain Catherine Haikola 1st Lt. Gaby Alvarado Senior Lt. Smith Bohls Junior Lt. Jill Hoffman Junior Lt. Paige Mitchell Junior Lt. Chloe Seckar-Martinez
social officers
Tatum Cummings, Olivia Pittman, Olivia Stewart, Ruby Chalupka, Lauren Brewer, & Carson Duncan
LINE MEMBERS
Kiki Baker, Maddi Berg, Makenzie Brin, Kyeri Brown-Hickman, Quincy Clark, Reese Clinchard, Sophia Davis, Campbell Epperly, Lili Escamilla, Owen Fronk. Kalliope Haltom, Olivia Napoles-Patterson, Sophie Perez, Mia Priesman, Peyton Robenhorst, Opal Rodgers, Danie Rodriguez, Celia Sanchez, Emma Simon, Claire Sturich, & Greta Wayman
emcees
Sophie Leung-Lieu & Kylie Reeves
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Congratulations CLASS OF 2025!
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Thank You Blue Brigade Patrons
BLUE BRIGADE SQUAD Candice Patterson Lisa Scalf
BLUE BRIGADE HIGH KICK
BLUE BRIGADE JAZZ Matt Berg Amy & Palo Chalupka Kassie Clark The Sturich Family Josh Bohls Evelyn Castellano Jennifer Epperly Kelly Merritt BLUE BRIGADE POM
Elizabeth Addison Christy & Scott Brewer Mike Brin Dina Cueller Wendy and Wycliffe Cummings Stephanie Duncan Jordan Fronk Bruce & Anne Haikola Craig Hoffman Harvey and Alice Keel The Keel-Clinchard Family Tracy Mitchell Elana Priesman The Simon Family The Wayman-Stamm Family Thank You VOLUNTEERS
Sarah Stark Lisa Sunden
Meghan Perez Chad Rodgers Juan Sanchez The Seckar-Martinez Family
Jeanne Stewart Victoria Yowler
The McCallum Blue Brigade would like to recognize our amazing volunteers for helping to make this a great show and a fantastic year!
Spring Show Committee
Special Thanks
Spring Show Chair: Christy Brewer Show Treasurer: Katie Simon Ad Sales: Lesley Keel-Clinchard Program Creation: Katy Sturich, Jordan Fronk, Nancy Searle, Amy Bryant Flowers: Stephanie Duncan & Angie Secker-Martinez Concessions: Wendy Cummings & Kassie Clark Team Social Media: Amy Bryant Communication & Volunteer Coordination: Tracy Mitchell
Slideshow: Lauren Brewer & Carson Duncan Team Photographer: Joe Contreras, M2R Photography Show Photographer: Violet Crown Show Videographer: SharpShooters Show Emcees: Sophie Leung-Lieu & Kylie Reeves McCallum Faculty and Staff
2024-25 Blue brigade booster Club Board
President: Nicole Wayman President-Elect: Christy Brewer Treasurer: Katie Simon
Communications: Tracy Mitchell Fundraising: Lesley Keel-Clinchard Social Media: Amy Bryant
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Dear Blue Brigade,
I find it hard to believe that we are already at the end of our year, and what a year it has been! I love seeing how close this team has gotten. You encourage and push each other to be better and it has paid off in so many ways! From football games to contest season, you have improved with every week and the reward was an outstanding contest season, great friendships and a lifetime of memories!
Jami, what would I do without you! Thank you for being the best assistant, sounding board and friend! You make my job so much easier! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Officers , thank you for all your time, talent and dedication you give to this team! Their improvement every week is thanks to your efforts, creativity and willingness to try new things! You are great role models for this team and have been amazing leaders and friends, both on and off the field! Thank you for making my job so much easier!
Socials, y’all are the best! Thank you for keeping spirits high when we needed a lift and always surprising the team with little goodies! It makes those early mornings a little easier!
Last but not least, to my Seniors. Greta, Catherine, Smith, Tatum, Gaby. Kiki and Kalliope, these past 4 years seem to have flown by! I remember your first days on the team, how quiet and shy you all were, and now you are confident and outgoing, performing your Senior solos and saying goodbye! Thank you for all you have given to this team, it would not be the same without you! Good luck in your next chapter, I have no doubt you will all go far!
Good Luck tonight! Dance your hearts out and EMBRACE these memories you are creating with your friends, they will always be a part of you! I love you all!
Honey
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MEET THE 2024-25 BLUE BRIGADE
Front Row Claire Sturich, Olivia Pittman, Paige Mitchell, Smith Bohls, Jill Hoffman, Catherine Haikola, Gaby Alvarado, Chloe Seckar-Martinez, Sophie Perez, Owen Fronk
Second Row Mia Priesman, Olivia Stewart, Ruby Chalupka,
Campbell Epperly, Makenzie Brin, Maddi Berg, Lili Escamilla, Quincy Clark, Carson Duncan, Olivia Napoles-Patterson, Emma Simon, Peyton Robenhorst Third Row Tatum Cummings, Kiki Baker, Kalliope Haltom, Emerson Merritt, Kyeri Brown-Hickman, Opal Rodgers,
Celia Sanchez, Danie Rodriguez, Reese Clinchard, Greta Wayman, Lauren Brewer, Sophia Davis
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Dear Blue Brigade,
I can’t believe it’s already spring show! From the first practice to now, you’ve all worked so hard, and I am beyond proud of everything you have accomplished. This year, you truly bonded as a team, and it’s been amazing to watch the kindness, support, and encouragement you’ve shown one another. Even during the tough practices, you cheered each other on, pushed through, and never gave up. This year was so special, and you should be incredibly proud of yourselves! I want to give a HUGE thank you to the officers! Your hard work, both in and out of practice, has not gone unnoticed. Whether it was crafting, choreographing, or doing whatever was needed to make the team better and help practices run smoothly, you all went above and beyond. I’m so grateful for everything you’ve done this season and I loved working so closely with you all! It is truly thanks to you for the growth Blue Brigade has made this year. Socials - Thank you for all you have done for Blue Brigade this year! Your positive attitudes and creativity in planning fun activities and games have helped the team bond in such amazing ways. Your efforts in creating a tight-knit team environment have been truly appreciated. Seniors - I’m going to miss your leadership so much next year. You’ve set an example of dedication and positivity for the entire team, and the atmosphere you helped create has made this season unforgettable. You have made a lasting impact on Blue Brigade, and it won’t be the same without you. Good luck next year! I can’t wait to see the great things you’ll achieve. Honey - Thank you for everything you do for this team. Your guidance, support, and dedication have been inspiring to watch! Working alongside you has been an incredible learning experience, and I am grateful for your mentorship and friendship
I know you are all going to shine so bright tonight. Enjoy these last memories with this team, and most importantly, have fun!
Much love,
Ms. Friedman
Team PIc
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Embrace
order Show
“Fireball” Contest Pom
“Someone In The Crowd” 24-25 Blue Brigade
Kiddie Clinic (Friday) Marvelous Moms (Saturday) “This Town” Kiki Baker & Kalliope Haltom Ce Soir? 25-26 Blue Brigade Officers
24-25 McCallum Cheerleaders
“Rumor Has It” Blue Brigade Officers
25-26 Blue Brigade Babies
“River and Roads” Blue Brigade Seniors
Senior Kiki Baker
“Gimme Dat” Contest Jazz Dance
Dancin’ Dads
Senior Smith Bohls
Senior Guys Dance
“Icy Mix” BB Hip Hop
“Survivor” Blue Brigade Socials
“Rhiana Mix” Blue Brigade Juniors
Senior Greta Wayman
“Country Kick” Blue Brigade Freshman
Senior Gaby Alvarado
“Nikki Mix” Contest Pom Ensemble “When We Were Young” Contest Contemporary 24-25 Blue Brigade Captain Senior Catherine Haikola 25-26 Blue Brigade Captain Chloe Seckar-Martinez
“Viva La Vida” Contest Contemporary Ensemble
Senior Kalliope Haltom
“Y2K” Blue Brigade Sophomores
“Rich Girl” Blue Brigade Officers
Senior Tatum Cummings
Senior Recognition
“Unwritten” Blue Brigade
“Sign Of The Times” Blue Brigade Officers
INTERMISSION
“Last Dance”
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Blue Brigade OFFICERS
Captain Catherine Haikola 1st Lt. Gaby Alvarado Sr. Lt. Smith Bohls Jr. Lt. Jill Hoffman Jr. Lt. Paige Mitchell Jr. Lt. Chloe Seckar-Martinez
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Blue Brigade social OFFICERS
Lauren Brewer Ruby Chalupka Tatum Cummings Carson Duncan Emerson Merritt
Olivia Pittman Olivia Stewart
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Blue Brigade squads
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Blue Brigade squads
catherine ’ s cowgirls catherine s cowgirls
gaby ’ s goats gaby s goats
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Blue Brigade squads
smith ’ s sweethearts smith s sweethearts
jill ’ s jellybeans jill s jellybeans
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Blue Brigade squads
paige ’ s princesses paige s princesses
chloe ’ s crocs chloe s crocs
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Blue Brigade
freshmen
Maddi Berg, Makenzie Brin, Kyeri Brown-Hickman, Quincy Clark, Reese Clinchard, Sophia Davis, Owen Fronk, Olivia Napoles-Patterson, Sophie Perez, Mia Priesman, Danie Rodriguez, Claire Sturich Kyeri Brown-Hickman,
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Blue Brigade
sophomores
Lauren Brewer, Ruby Chalupka, Carson Duncan, Campbell Epperly, Peyton Robenhorst, Opal Rodgers, Celiz Sanchez, Emma Simon
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Blue Brigade juniors
Lili Escamilla, Jill Hoffman, Emerson Merritt, Paige Mitchell, Olivia Pittman Chloe Seckar-Martinez, Olivia Stewart Jill Hoffman, Emerson Merritt,
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Blue Brigade seniors
Gaby Alvarado, Kiki Baker, Smith Bohls, Tatum Cummings, Catherine Haikola, Kalliope Haltom, Greta Wayman Kiki Baker, Smith Bohls,
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When I Think of Blue Brigade I Think Of...
Olivia Stewart: My friends
Kalliope Haltom: Red lipstick
Liliana Escamilla: Dancing with friends
Olivia Pittman: Friends, red lipstick & fun!
Tatum Cummings: Friendship
Emma Simon: Friday Night Lights!
Jill Hoffman: Doing what I love with my best friends!
Sophia Davis: Family
Carson Duncan: My best friends!
Olivia Napoles-Patterson: A fun, supportive community
Reese Clinchard: Friday Night Lights!
Lauren Brewer: Doing what I love with the people that I love.
Maddi Berg: Football season
Catherine Haikola: Sparkles
Danie Rodriguez: Confidence and my love for dance
Gaby Alvarado: Cowboy boots
Quincy Clark : Performing at football games
Chloe Seckar-Martinez: Memories of dancing with your best friends that will last a lifetime!
Campbell Epperly: My passion for dance and being with my friends
Smith Bohls: All of the late nights we have spent together as a team
Sophie Perez: Friendship
Makenzie Brin: Friendship
Peyton Robenhorst: Great sense of community and a group I feel comfortable being myself around
Kiki Baker: Millions of amazing memories
Claire Sturich: Team, fun & dance!
Mia Priesman: A team full of passionate, hardworking & talented dancers
Paige Mitchell: Tights with no holes!
Owen Fronk: Long-lasting friendship!!
Kyeri Brown-Hickman: Dancing at halftime during football games
Celia Sanchez: Friendship!
Ruby Chalupka : Friendship!
Opal Rodgers : Community
Greta Wayman: My friends!
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senior gaby alvarado
Years in Blue Brigade: 4
Plans for next year: I plan to attend either Chapman University, Auburn, UT Austin, or the University of Denver to study Mathematics! Favorite Blue Brigade memory: My favorite memory is dressing up for the Halloween game each year and getting to wear fun costumes with my squad! Most embarassing moment: My most embarrassing moment was when I was counting during hip hop and had a horrible voice crack
I will miss... Seeing all my friends every morning!
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senior Kiki Baker
Years in Blue Brigade: 4
Plans for next year: Hopefully going to the University of Arkansas
Favorite Blue Brigade memory: BB sleepover Senior year!
Most embarassing moment: Having senioritis my whole JUNIOR year!
I will miss... my SKAS!
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senior SMITH BOHLS
Years in Blue Brigade: 4
Plans for next year: I will attend the University of Texas, majoring in communications. Favorite Blue Brigade memory Winning Taco Shack my Freshman year! Most embarassing moment: When Kiki found out I gave her lice during our Freshman year
I will miss... All the amazing people I have met
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senior TATUM CUMMINGS
Years in Blue Brigade: 4
P lans for next year: I will be majoring in communications at Santa Clara University
Favorite Blue Brigade memory: Sophomore year retreat
Most embarrassing moment: Falling on my face running hip hop junior year
I will miss... My amazing friends!
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senior CATHERINE HAIKOLA
Years in Blue Brigade: 4
Plans for next year: I will attend a 4 year University to major in Psychology Favorite Blue Brigade memory: When the lights went out at the Bastrop game and we were on the sidelines dancing in the dark. Most embarassing moment: When I accidentally dumped the whole water cooler out right after I filled it up and right in front of Honey.
I will miss... Starting off each day with my friends.
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senior KALLIOPE HALTOM
Years in Blue Brigade: 4
Plans for next year: Studying Accounting and Finance at the University of Warwick in England
Favorite Blue Brigade memory: Senior year team sleepover
Most embarassing moment: Falling on my face running hip hop junior year
I will miss... Seeing my friends every morning
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senior GRETA WAYMAN
Years in Blue Brigade: 4
Plans for next year: I plan to attend college for Engineering in the northeast or Colorado Favorite Blue Brigade memory: Getting to cheer on the sidelines with Cheer at the Bastrop game when the lights went out! Most embarrassing moment: Laughing out loud in the middle of a pep rally performance. ormance.
I will miss... Getting to see my friends every morning.
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and Good Luck to our four favorite seniors, Catherine, Greta, Smith and Tatum! Congratulations to the McCallum Blue Brigade
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Thank you Honey & Ms. Friedman for all you do!
Love, your BB
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McCallum Blue Brigade Kiddie Clinic Dance Camp
Cost is $150.00 Use the QR code to register Grades k - 8th welcome! July 28 - 31 1:00 - 5:00 in the McCallum HS Cafeteria Join us for a week of fun and dancing!
For more information, contact Nancy Searle at nancy.honeycutt@austinisd.org
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We are so proud of you and your dedication to all of your activities and studies! Love – Mom, Dad, Ava and Sweet Pea! on another successful year!
Congratulations new BB members!
Eva Ford Maggie PetersEn Pearl Rodgers Reese Irelan Sadie Barreiro Crouse
Amelie Acevedo Annaliese Foster Betsy Simon Chloe Butler Davianna Rondero
Congrats blue brigade On a successful competition season!
Award Highlights: Dance Nation: Regional Outstanding 1st Place Team Large Classic Super Sweepstakes & Choreography Large Classic Super Sweepstakes & Choreography Officers Outstanding First Place Officers Crowd Pleasers Comp, New Braunfels: OVERALL GRAND CHAMPION Classic Team OVERALL GRAND CHAMPION Classic Division, Officers Highest Scoring Team Routine. Classic Division Academic Excellence Award Crowd Pleasers Comp, Dripping Springs: OVERALL GRAND CHAMPION Classic Team GRAND CHAMPION XL Classic Division, Officers Genre High Point Award Pom Academic Award of Excellence. Highest GPA
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Friday Night LIghts!
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Thank you for supporting the McCallum Blue Brigade!
Congratulations Liliana and Blue Brigade on a wonderful year!
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