The Hempstead High School Color Guard competed at the MA Dance and Visual FX National Championship at the University of Texas at Arlington, March 22-23. The team won its second National Championship in the 15-16 Ensemble Category. Last year, the team made history making it to Nationals and bringing home the top award. The team members are Leahne Smith, Emely Hernandez, Kaylee Lewis, Casey Seets, and Anahi Garcia.
The Color Guard duet of Kaylee Lewis and Leahne Smith received third place in the 15-16 Ensemble Category. Anahi Garcia received 5th place and Casey Seets received 7th place in the 15-16 Color Guard Solo Category.