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The production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr. at White Station Middle School has truly been a community effort, and I am filled with gratitude for every person who helped bring this magical story to life.

First and foremost, thank you to Ms Parker-Bradley, our incredible Program Director and Coordinator. Your organization, creativity, and leadership were essential to making this show possible.A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Anderson, our Fine Arts Chair, for your guidance and continued support of our department.

To Ms.Caroline Phillips-Burk, our Music Director and ultimate creative, your talent, dedication, and passion shaped the musical heart of this production.

To  Ms.Miranda Bavier, our Set Designer, thank you for transforming the stage into a winter wonderland and capturing the magic of the season.

To Mr. Don Hughes, thank you for all your help with setting up all our set pieces and keep our stage safe. 

To Ms.Betty Armstrong, our Costume Designer, your creativity helped our characters shine brightly. We are grateful for the countless hours you put into perfecting every look.

To Ms Scott- Walker and Ms. T Jones, without your help Our Saturday rehearsal would not have been the success it was. Your willingness to serve is very appreciated! 

To Ms. Emily Gourley, our American Sign Language director, thank you for bringing the vision of inclusion to life. Your contributions ensured that our show could be enjoyed and understood by all.

To Ms. Lockard, thank you if we're making our playbills possible and looking the best they can.

I would also like to extend deep appreciation to our school leadership:

Dr. Gray, Miss Miller, and Mr. Jackson, as well as Mr. Walker, for your administrative support, encouragement, and belief in our students.

Thank you Production One ( 6055 Airline Rd, Arlington, TN 38002)  for keeping us shining with our spot lights. 

And to our wonderful counselors—Miss Brown, Dr. Ford, and Miss Blanton—thank you for your guidance and ongoing support throughout the rehearsal process.

To all parents and guardians, thank you for driving students to and from rehearsals, providing snacks, finding costumes, and cheering us on every step of the way. Your commitment is truly felt.To our Partners in Education parents, thank you for your consistent support of the arts at White Station Middle School.

On a personal note, I would like to thank my family and friends for supporting me throughout this entire process—especially for helping with picking up my daughters and keeping me grounded. A very special thank you to my husband, Micheal Lumbard, whose patience, encouragement, and coutless trips to Nashville for costumes and set pieces mean more than words can express.

Finally, an extra-special recognition goes to Mr. K. Reid, who stepped in at the last moment to build our Santa sleigh. Your craftsmanship and generosity elevated this production and helped make the magic real.

Thank you to everyone who contributed time, heart, and talent to make this show truly unforgettable.

—Leshe Lumbard, WSMS Theatre Arts Director