Goose Creek CISD (GCCISD) is proud to announce that four outstanding student musicians have earned recognition through the Texas All-State audition process, one of the highest honors a secondary music student can achieve in the state of Texas.

Eli Ortiz, Baritone Saxophone, Robert E. Lee High School - 1st Alternate

The following students were selected through a highly competitive audition process involving thousands of students statewide:

• Arnel Zalamea, Choir, Ross S. Sterling High School
• Meg Gregory, Choir, Robert E. Lee High School
• Seth Lewis, Tuba, Robert E. Lee High School
• Eli Ortiz, Baritone Saxophone, Robert E. Lee High School - 1st Alternate

Texas All-State musicians and alternates are selected through multiple rounds of auditions, judged by expert panels, and represent the top student performers in the state. Earning All-State or Alternate status reflects exceptional musical skill and dedication to artistic excellence.

“These students represent the very best of Goose Creek CISD Fine Arts,” said Dr. Ray Lavan, Director of Fine Arts. “Their achievement is the result of years of commitment, strong instruction, and the support of outstanding teachers, families, and campus leaders. We are incredibly proud of them.”

Students selected for All-State will perform in the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) All-State ensembles, while alternates stand ready to represent the district at the highest level should opportunities arise.

GCCISD congratulates these students and their directors for this outstanding accomplishment and for continuing a strong tradition of excellence in Fine Arts.