We are proud parents of the kids who recently made the competition team for the Lehman Cheerleading squad. This group of kids have the potential to be National Cheerleading Champions. We were recently told by the coaches that Hays Superintendent Dr. Lyon has refused to give them permission to go to Florida to participate in the competition. We were told his reason was because the kids would miss two days of school. I would argue that the impact if they don’t go would be much greater!
Our kids have dreams that they have been dreaming since they were little. They have practiced for 20 hours a week some of them since they were 5. They have a chance, a moment they can see greatness. They have a chance to be great. 12 girls, 4 boys, leaders in the community. Excellent students. They have dedicated their lives to being leaders in this community. They have a chance to shine the light on Lehman, Kyle and the athletics program. They have an opportunity that a college scout might see that greatness and offer them a chance for higher education. This is no less important to them than Friday night, Hays vs Lehman. They have dedicated their hearts and soul to bring home a National win for Lehman High School. Something the entire town can be proud of. They have the support of their families, community, peers and educators. You can not take their chance away. It is the only chance some of them have or will ever get!
As parents, we have invested in our children and are proud of their accomplishments as leaders in their school. I have watched my daughter since she was a very young girl start her journey doing her first sommersault, to competitive gymnastics and now on the Lehman Cheer team. She is a very hard worker, a great student and has spent a minimum of 20 hours a week devoted to her sport. This is her chance, this is her future. Please do not deny the team the opportunity to be champions, for Kyle, for Lehman and most of all for themselves.
Charlene Epps
Parent of Mykell Epps
Member of the 2011-2012 Competition Cheerleading Squad
