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The Weslaco East HS Starling Silks Colorguard program strives for excellence as a performance ensemble, both on and off the field. We work together to represent the spirit and pride of our school and are dedicated to the advancement of the marching and performing arts. Through the art of colorguard and dance, we wish to provide life-enhancing educational and performance experiences for young ladies & gentlemen while building confidence, character, and self-esteem. Our goal is to foster a positive environment by promoting creativity, camaraderie, leadership, respect, and freedom of expression through the art of colorguard and dance both as an individual and as a team.
In 2019, under their time as part of the Weslaco East HS Starlettes, the colorguard team won the Texas Educational Color guard Association South Novice Class Championship with their program entitled "Tightrope." They also won caption awards for best movement, equipment & general effect. Captains for the season were Zoe Cruz & Jalyne Rodriguez
In 2024, the Starling Silks Colorguard team won the Texas Colorguard Circuit Novice Class West Area Championship with their program entitled "The Words Left Unsaid." Captains for the season were Anna Lopez, Alyssa Cabrera, and Jasmin Garcia.
Anna Lopez, 11
C A P T A I N
Alyssa Cabrera, 10
C O - C A P T A I N
Jasmin Garcia, 11
C O - C A P T A I N
Eva Benavides
S O P H O M O R E
Elyssa Estrada
S E N I O R
Naomi Guevara
S O P H O M O R E
Montserrat Zuniga
S O P H O M O R E
Laura Cedillo Rivera
WEHS Starling Silks Colorguard Director
"Hello, my name is Laura Cedillo-Rivera, and I am the director for the Starling Silks Colorguard program. I graduated from Weslaco High School in 2008. Following this, I attended the University of Texas at Austin where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in Education in 2012 and was a member of the colorguard program within The Longhorn Band. I then took a 2-year break before returning to school in Spring 2014 to earn my Master of Arts in History from the University of Texas- Rio Grande Valley. I first began teaching in the Fall of 2012 at Weslaco High School as a Social Studies teacher where I continue to do so. I also taught their Color Guard program from Fall 2012 to Fall 2013 before taking the Starlettes Director position at Weslaco East High School in Spring 2014, where they served as both the drill team and colorguard team. In the Spring semester of the 2021-2022 school year, our program split from the drill team and into what is now the Starling Silks Colorguard, where I continued on as the Colorguard director. I have had the privilage of serving as the colorguard director at Weslaco East HS for the past decade and hope to continue to do so in the future.
Email: lacedillo@wisd.us
2023
WILDCAT REGIMENT
By Any Other Name
The Wildcat Regiment performed their 2022 field production entitled "By Any Other Name": inspired by a poem from William Shakespeare's well-known play, Romeo and Juliet. Bringing a significant message of self-discovery through the different stages of love and passion.
The Wildcat Regiment was under the field direction of Head Drum Major; Aysla Trevino, First Assistant Drum Major; Andrea Garcia, and Second Assistant Drum Major; Omar Garcia
Starling Silks Colorguard officers were Captain; Anna Lopez, and Co Captins; Alyssa Cabrera and Jasmin Garcia
Directors of the WEHS Wildcat Regiment are Armando Cuellar, Daniel Hilton, Jesus Gallegos, Victoria Garza, Rene Peynado, Olivia Martinez, Natalie Sanchez, and Laura Cedillo-Rivera. The Principal of Weslaco East High School is Dr. David Gamboa and their superintendent is Dr. Richard Rivera.
The Wildcat Regiment would like to thank the band boosters and Weslaco East HS administration for all their continued love and support. FEEL THE PRIDE!
Throughout the season, the Regiment competed at the 2023 5A San Benito Marching Festival was awarded 1st place; the 2023 Mercedes Queen City Marching Competition, and qualified for finals for an overall placement of 7th out of 9. The Wildcat Regiment attended the UIL 81st Annual Pigskin Jubilee and was awarded a straight Division 1 unanimous rating from judges, qualifying them to compete at the Area G 5A Marching Contest on Saturday, October 28th in La Joya ISD Stadium. The Wildcat Regiment strives to continue the TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE.
2024 Winterguard Production
The Starling Silks performed their 2023 indoor productions entitled "Raindrops & Daisies": It's just another sunny day until the rain clouds roll in- Raindrops on Roses and Sunshine and Daisies, let's see what fun these kids can have one afternoon playing in the rain in Raindrops & Daisies.
The Starling Silks were under the direction of Captain; Leanne Lopez and co-captain; Anna Lopez.
CONGRATULATIONS STARLING SILKS!
2024 teca south championship
4th PLACE
The WEHS Starling Silks Colorguard, a dedicated ensemble from Weslaco East High School, recently participated in the Texas Educator Colorguard Association South Championships, showcasing their commitment to artistic excellence. Their performance in the Scholastic Regional AA category earned them a commendable 4th place. The Starling Silks Colorguard consistently demonstrates a pursuit of excellence, and their hard work each season brings them one step closer to achieving their goals. Their resilience and dedication serve as a testament to the high standards set within the fine arts programs at Weslaco East High School, and we eagerly anticipate their continued success in future endeavors.
2019 South Novice Class Champions
2022 TECA REGIONAL AA BLUE
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