Fall 1988 was an exciting time as Clear Brook
High School opened its doors for Freshman and Sophomores, thus
beginning the legacy of the Clear Brook Wolverines. Each year
after, a grade was added until all 4 years of high school were
represented. Initial plans were for a 4A school, but Clear Brook
soon grew into a 5A High School.
R.J. Callaghan founded Celebrities, Clear
Brook's drill team, when the school first opened in 1988. There
were only 12 girls that very first year. The year was used to
plan, organize and set a foundation for all the years to come.
They did not have dance officers, social officers or managers.
Although their numbers were few, the Clear Brook High School
Celebrities became known as a talented group of girls who loved
to dance and perform. And that has not changed!
After the first year, the organization grew
in numbers, adding five dance officers, social officers and managers.
Over the years, several directors have brought their unique talents
and strengths to the team. For a few years, there were Celebrity
Escorts and the Celebros have become a wonderful, fun-filled
tradition at the Spring Show.
Each year the team has grown stronger and
the required dance skills grow more demanding. Celebrities have
won many awards at competitions and various events because of
their love for dance and commitment to excellence. Many long
hours are dedicated to choreographing, rehearsing and polishing
routines for each performance. Celebrities perform at football
and basketball games, pep rallies, other school events, and for
sold-out performances at their annual Spring Show. The many,
many hours of hard work, sweat and sore muscles are repaid by
the applause, cheers and broad smiles of the audience and the
knowledge each girl gave her very best.
Of course, none of this would be possible
without the loving support of Celebrity parents, Booster Club,
prop dads and sponsors. The team is always grateful for each
and every one of these wonderful people!
Not only do the girls dance, but Celebrities
also learn leadership and team building skills they will use
throughout their lives. The fun and friendships become life-long
treasures. Looking back, most of the girls say Celebrities was
definitely the best part of their high school experience. So
always remember ..... Kick high ..... Smile big ..... And Dance
like a Celebrity!
History was compiled
by 2006-2007 Social Vice President Meredith Hatler.