Despite harsh judgements

Communications Arts High School | San Antonio, TX

A year ago, Elijah never would have dreamed of joining his high school color guard. Now the only boy on the team, Elijah appreciates the creative expression, weaponry and competition involved in interpreting music and entertaining an audience. He looks forward to seeing more guys join the team.

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Produced by Ashley Martinez, Caroline Munoz, and Demetri Yanes, students at Communications Arts High School in San Antonio, Texas. Instruction provided by SRL Connected Educator Heidi Whitus.