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Governor Abbott Charges Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative With Continued Transformation Of Workforce Development

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Governor Greg Abbott today charged the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative, consisting of the Commissioners of the Texas Education Agency (TEA), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), and the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), to marshal the combined resources of the three agencies to carry forward the reforms adopted by the 86th Legislature through the passage of House Bill 3 and to identify strategies to address long-term workforce development needs across the state. These charges will culminate with a report that will be presented to the Governor by September 1, 2020. 

“The passage of House Bill 3 marked the most significant transformation of our education system in decades and an unwavering commitment to shaping the future of our workforce,” said Governor Abbott. “We must continue in our efforts to ensure Texans of all ages have access to high-quality education and workforce skills training that empowers them to achieve their full potential. It is imperative that we build upon the resources of House Bill 3 and accompanying legislation to ensure today’s students and tomorrow’s workforce are prepared to meet Texas’ long-term workforce needs in a comprehensive and efficient manner.”

The Governor has charged the Commissioners with developing strategies to achieve the following:

  • Readiness: The Commissioners should recommend strategies to ensure students are prepared for future growth at each stage in the educational pipeline.
  • Completion: The Commissioners should recommend strategies to ensure students who pursue higher education and workforce educational programs can complete those programs in a cost-efficient and timely manner.
  • Transitions: The Commissioners should analyze and make recommendations regarding strategies to streamline educational pathways, ensuring students can seamlessly transition into high-wage and high-demand careers.
  • Upskilling: The Commissioners should recommend strategies for improving the capacity within the state to produce credentials of value aligned with the needs of high-wage and high-demand occupations. 
  • Educator Pipeline: The Commissioners should analyze and make recommendations to increase the supply of highly qualified and well-trained individuals entering the teaching profession across the state.
  • Partnerships: The Commissioners should explore and recommend options for increasing economic activity in rural Texas, reducing regulatory burdens, and expanding educational partnerships between businesses, school districts, and colleges.
  • Infrastructure: The Commissioners should identify strategies to align agency operations, increase program efficiency, improve data analysis and capacity, and to refine 60x30TX, if necessary, to ensure the state’s goals continue to reflect the state’s needs. 

Governor Abbott established the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative in 2016. The initiative assesses local economic activity, examines workforce challenges and opportunities, and considers innovative approaches to meeting the state’s workforce goals. The initiative is led by TEA Commissioner Mike Morath, THECB Commissioner Harrison Keller, and TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel. A progress report outlining many of the accomplishments of the initiative to date can be found in the February 2020 report. 

Publicación 1166 – Revista Digital 27 de febrero – 4 de marzo / 2020

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Publicación 1166 – Revista Digital 27 de febrero – 4 de marzo / 2020

Gracias por visitarnos, este artículo contiene la revista digital de ¡Que Onda Magazine! de fecha 27 de febrero hasta el 4 de marzo del 2020.

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Victor Trevino III for Justice of the Peace Precinct 6

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Hello, my name is Victor Treviño III. Thank you for your interest in my candidacy to become your next Justice of the Peace for Precinct 6, Place 1. I am asking for your support and vote in the Primary Election on March 3, 2020.

What is a Justice of the Peace?

When the Texas Legislature created the Justice of the Peace position back in the 1800s, knowing this position would be limited in the scope of their legal authority, they purposely prioritized our Justices being products of the community they would represent. A Justice of the Peace only hears trials of criminal matters involving traffic violations and Class C misdemeanors punishable by fine only. A Justice of the Peace also hears civil cases not to exceed $10,000 dollars; this will increase to $20,000 on September 1, 2020. Many of the cases that come before the Justice of the Peace courts are landlord / tenant disputes, towing or booted vehicle violation disputes, juvenile violations such as truancy and/or underage drinking and smoking, and writs such as re-entry to apartments and possession of property.

My Roots in Precinct 6

My family’s roots of four generations go back 100 years in Precinct 6. My great-grandfather moved his family into Precinct 6’s Fifth Ward (El Crisol) neighborhood where I still have family today. Another great-grandfather moved his family into Precinct 6’s Northside, where my 90-year young grandmother still lives today, right behind Poppa Burger.

My mother, Harris County Precinct 6 Constable Silvia Trevino, was born in Fifth Ward’s El Crisol and raised in Northside, attending and graduating from Looscan Elementary, Marshall Middle School, and Jeff Davis (now Northside) High School. My father, retired Harris County Precinct 6 Constable Victor Trevino Jr., immigrated to America over 60 years ago.

My father and his family settled in Precinct 6’s Second Ward neighborhood where he was raised, attending and graduating from Lubbock Elementary, Jackson (now Navarro) Middle School, and Stephen F. Austin High School.

I was born in Precinct 6’s Northside, and was baptized at Holy Name Catholic Church. It was special to attend catholic school at the same church where my parents were married over 47 years ago. Eventually my parents moved our family to Precinct 6’s East End, where I attended and graduated from Cage Elementary, Jackson (now Navarro) Middle School, and Stephen F. Austin High School. I am a parishioner at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in the heart of Precinct 6’s Second Ward, where I received the rest of my sacraments. I am extremely proud of the fact that I, along with my siblings, my parents, and all my uncles and aunts have graduated from HISD public schools in Precinct 6.

Work and Education

A strong work ethic was instilled in me at a very early age. I started earning my own money cutting grass when I was only 13 years old making money for the summer, eventually becoming a grocery sacker at Fiesta on Wayside at 16 years of age. After graduating Austin High School, I worked in the corporate world at EZ Pawn, becoming their youngest manager in the history of the company running one of their multimillion-dollar pawn shops at only 20 years of age. After five years with EZ Pawn, I decided to go back to college, beginning at Houston Community College (HCC), eventually transferring to University of Houston Main Campus. During my time in college, I waited tables at Pappasito’s (Richmond and Kirby). After a couple of years of waiting tables, I accepted a role as bar manager at The Cellar Bar on Richmond (between Kirby and Buffalo Speedway). After a year of managing The Cellar Bar, my friend and business partner Markos Pappas and I decided to buy the bar, which we owned and operated for the next five years.

After graduating the University of Houston Main Campus with a degree in History, I decided to sell my half of the bar and become a teacher at my alma mater, Stephen F. Austin High School. Throughout my 13 years here at Stephen F. Austin High School as a teacher, I have been a proud union member of the Houston Federation of Teachers (HFT); becoming one of our HFT union stewards for the past 8 years. In 2017 I went back to school and earned my Master’s in Education in Administration and Supervision from the University of Houston Main Campus. During my tenure here at Austin High, I have been elected by my school colleagues to our school wide Shared Decision-Making Committee (SDMC) for the past 8 years.

HISD also has a District Advisory Committee (DAC) which 15 teachers throughout the district are elected by their 12,000 colleagues to represent them on this committee; I have been elected to the DAC for the past 6 years.

For the past 3 years during Austin’s construction process, I have had the pleasure of serving on our Project Advisory Team (PAT). Throughout my 13 years here at Austin, I have gone before the HISD school board countless times fighting for more equitable resource allocation for our students, fair pay standards and treatment for our teachers and support staff, and ensuring our students did not get bussed to schools far away during the construction of our new building.

I have also been a relentless advocate for the preservation of my community’s established history, culture, and identity during so many changes that have recently taken place in the surrounding neighborhoods around the City of Houston.

Goals as Justice of the Peace

Along with adjudicating cases in a fair and impartial manner, I want to redefine the role of the Justice of the Peace in Harris County. I plan to use this position to empower our students and residents through engagement and knowledge with a better understanding of our judicial system. I plan to go back to our schools with programs similar to Judges at Work in Schools (JAWS). I want to help all our community become more informed of the difference between a criminal and civil procedure, the difference between a state and federal statue, and how some overlap. I want to ensure our community know the difference between misdemeanor and felony violations, and the range of penalties that apply to each respectfully. I plan to go out to our schools and communities and make sure our parents and students are aware of the new truancy laws and how these laws affect them. I want everyone in our community to know as a landlord or tenant, each have certain rights, as well as responsibilities under the law.

Knowing your rights and responsibilities are crucial in having our laws work for everyone, especially to ensure everyone has an opportunity to have their voice heard. I plan to continuing to use my voice to bring awareness to concerns and advocate for my community on issues that affect us all as residents of Precinct 6.

With your support and your vote on March 3, 2020, I look forward to serving you and continuing to fight for you, your loved ones, and our community as your new Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 6, Place 1.

Thank you for your support and God bless,

Victor Trevino III

Re-elect Silvia Trevino

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Re-elect Silvia Trevino

Constable Silvia Trevino is a 32-Year Law Enforcement Officer with a Master Peace Officer Certification.

Constable Silvia Trevino has a deep-rooted commitment to serving her community. She is a 2nd generation Precinct 6 home grown Houstonian who was born in Precinct 6’s historical neighborhood known as “El Crisol.” She was raised in Precinct 6’s Northside community, and she is a proud graduate from HISD’s Jeff Davis High School. Shortly after graduation, Silvia married the love of her life Victor Trevino. They have 3 wonderful children and 6 precious grandchildren. Silvia and Victor settled in Precinct 6’s East End where they have resided for over 30 years.

In 1983, Silvia decided that she wanted to join the police force and became a Houston Police Officer.

In a class of 70 cadets, Silvia was one of only 6 females who graduated from the Houston Police Academy. She spent 16 years patrolling the streets of Houston, and 5 years serving as one of HPD’s Public Information Officers. Silvia retired from the Houston Police Department after serving 21 years with Honor.

Silvia was equally proud and honored to serve as a Lieutenant for Harris County for 8 ½ years. She was the only female in an all-male Command Staff, and retired from Harris County in 2013.

Silvia’s passion is God, her family, her community and law enforcement. These passions have brought her to where she is today. Silvia wanted to continue serving her community but in a different capacity.

She came out of retirement and ran for Harris County Constable of Precinct 6 where she beat 5 other opponents in the 2016 Primary election with 53% of the votes. In the 2016 General Election, Silvia WON overwhelmingly with 77% of the votes.

Constable Silvia Trevino made history by becoming the first Latina Constable in Harris County; the 3rd largest county in the United States. More importantly, Constable Silvia Trevino became the first Grandma Constable in Harris County.

In September 2017, Fiestas Patrias awarded Constable Silvia Trevino as the Distinguished Hispanic of the Year for 2017-2018. In December, 2017, the Greater Houston LULAC Council 4967 presented Constable Silvia Trevino with the Public Service and Community Leadership Award of Excellence for Law Enforcement. In June, 2018, The Latino Learning Center awarded Constable Silvia Trevino with a Humanitarian Award for their dedication during Hurricane Harvey.

Public Safety Is and Always Will Be Constable Silvia Trevino’s #1 Priority.

Silvia Trevino Harris County Constable,
Precinct 6 5900 Canal Street
Houston, Texas 77011
Main Office: 713-274-3400

• Born and Raised in Precinct 6 • Product of Houston Independent School District

• 32 Years of Law Enforcement Experience • Proven Management and Leadership Experience • Presently Elected Harris County Constable, Precinct 6

• Manages a $12 million dollar Harris County Precinct 6 Constable Budget • Master Peace Officer Certification

• 21 Years Honorable Service – Houston Police Department

• 16 ½ years Patrol Experience – Houston Police Department

• 5 years Public Information Officer – Houston Police Department • Law Enforcement Field Training Certification – Houston Police Department

• Law Enforcement Field Training Evaluator Certification – Houston Police Department • 8 ½ Years Lieutenant – Harris County Constable’s Office

• Married to the Love of her Life, 3 Wonderful Children, 6 Precious Grandchildren

• 2017 – Fiestas Patrias – Distinguished Hispanic of the Year, 2017-2018

• 2017 – LULAC Council 4967 – Public Service & Community Leadership Award of Excellence for Law Enforcement

• 2018 – The Latino Learning Center – Humanitarian Award during Hurricane Harvey

• Wife, Mom, Grandma, Police Officer • Public Safety Is And Always Will Be Constable Silvia Trevino’s #1 Priority

Sima Ladjevardian for TX-2

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Sima Ladjevardian for TX-2

Story courtesy of https://www.simafortx.com/

Sima is running for Congress in Texas’ 2nd Congressional District because she believes that we need to bring people together to solve the biggest problems facing Houston and our country. She is a lawyer, a mother of two, a breast cancer survivor, and a political activist helping lift-up social justice causes and building bridges between communities, right here in America’s most diverse city.

After fleeing political upheaval and revolution, Sima’s family arrived in the United States and, through her journey as an immigrant, she saw first-hand the power and promise that America’s freedom can provide hard-working families.

Working diligently with a purpose to ensure that all Americans were afforded the same opportunities as she was, Sima became a leader in bringing communities together across Houston. As a political activist, she worked to elect candidates up and down the ballot, and because of her political acumen and understanding of the Greater Houston area, she became a Senior Advisor and Finance Chair to Beto O’Rourke during his historic 2018 U.S. Senate race. From there, because of her belief in his message of inclusivity, she joined his presidential campaign.

Sima’s tireless philanthropic and nonprofit work to build stronger communities has been recognized by the University of Houston and fuels her desire to further serve her community in Congress.

Today, she is running for Congress because Texans deserve leaders who will bring us together to solve problems —access to affordable health care, respect for women’s choices, and real action on gun violence and climate change, as we have faced first hand here in the Greater Houston area. We deserve leaders who have the political courage to stand up to the politics of fear and division. She believes that at this critical moment in our country’s history, we can’t just stay silent. She’s ready to speak out and build bridges to make it happen.

Todd Staples Delivers Texas Oil and Natural Gas Update to North Dallas Chamber of Commerce Annual Energy Forum

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Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples delivered an update on the state of the Texas oil and natural gas industry today at the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Energy Forum. Staples discussed the role the industry plays in powering the economies of North Texas and the entire state, as well as the future role of the industry with regard to the economy and society.

“From production, to pipelines, to processing, and ports, Texas oil and natural gas has not only made America less dependent on other nations for our energy needs, but is also improving lives by making available clean, reliable energy for people at home and across the globe,” Staples said. “Continued oil and natural gas production in Texas will play an important role in creating local jobs and investment and providing billions of dollars in revenues for state and local budgets, as well as anchoring our state’s position as a global energy leader.”

“The Chamber is privileged to have partnered with Todd Staples and TXOGA to present this forum,” said Jeff Kitner, Chief Operating Officer of the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce. “Texas has a significant role in energy production in the United States and throughout the world, and we’re pleased to have played a role in the discussion on this important topic.”

Staples highlighted the many ways the industry remains a strong force in Texas by creating jobs, bolstering local and state economies, funding public education, building roads, and supporting essential and emergency services, all while strengthening the global energy market and helping enhance America’s national security interests. He also discussed the future role of the industry and the factors that will impact the industry’s ability to continue to be an important part of Texas’ strength.

“Consistent policies that will allow for continued investment in energy infrastructure, a recognition of the industry’s unmatched commitment to technology, innovation and research, and an open and fact-based conversation about all energy sources will ensure that our state and our nation can continue to lead the world in energy production, economic strength and environmental progress,” Staples continued.

Earlier this month, TXOGA announced that the industry paid over $16 billion in state and local taxes and state royalties in 2019, setting a new record for the industry. TXOGA’s report detailed how oil and natural gas tax and royalty revenue is used to support education, transportation, healthcare and infrastructure through the State Highway Fund, the Economic Stabilization Fund (commonly known as the Rainy Day Fund), the Permanent School Fund and the Permanent University Fund.

County Attorney Vince Ryan Sues MRH Clearing to Stop Illegal Burning

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County Attorney Vince Ryan Sues MRH Clearing to Stop Illegal Burning

Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan filed suit against MRH Clearing, Inc., on Jan. 30, alleging violations of numerous environmental laws.

The County Attorney’s lawsuit says that the defendants illegally disposed of solid waste, conducted illegal outdoor burning, and improperly operated an air curtain incinerator during land clearing operations, in violation of the Texas Solid Waste Disposal Act, the Texas Clean Air Act, and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regulations.

Since 2016, MRH Clearing, Inc. has disposed of land clearing waste on-site by burning it at various locations in Harris County. Sometimes the defendants conducted open burning and sometimes they used air curtain incinerators. These incinerators operate by forcefully projecting a curtain of air across an open pit in which combustion occurs.

When used properly, air curtain incinerators emit less smoke and fewer air particulates than open burning. When used improperly, they do not.

Investigations by the Harris County Pollution Control Services Department repeatedly found that the defendants failed to operate air curtain incinerators properly and that they sometimes burned tree debris without any incinerator. Some of the burn sites were close to places where people work or live and smoke from the burn locations blew into these areas. Employees from Pollution Control Services repeatedly attempted to educate the defendants about the requirements of Texas law with the hope that defendants would voluntarily come into compliance, but the defendants continue to break the law.

County investigators say the company burned at various sites in Harris County including on Highway 90 in east Harris County, Moonshine Hill Loop in Humble, and 6627 FM 1960 West in northwest Harris County. Investigators also found a massive amount of land clearing, construction, and demolition waste, over 1000 cubic yards, stored on the property at Moonshine Hill Loop in Humble.

In his lawsuit, County Attorney Ryan is requesting an injunction requiring the defendants to comply with Texas law, maintain their air curtain incinerators in good working condition, and provide annual training to their employees. In addition, the County Attorney seeks civil penalties for past violations. The Court can potentially assess civil penalties up to $25,000.00 for each day of violation.

“Because of MRH Clearing, Inc.’s continued failure to follow Texas law, I have filed suit against them to protect the people of Harris County from smoke blowing into areas where people live and work,” said County Attorney Ryan. “Keeping the air safe for residents is a priority for my office.”

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez Endorses Michael Moore

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Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez Endorses Michael Moore

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez has endorsed Michael Moore, a candidate in the March 3 Democratic primary election for Harris County Commissioner, Precinct 3.

“I am proud to endorse Michael Moore for Commissioner” said Sheriff Gonzalez. “Michael’s experience helping to oversee a $2 billion budget and 20,000 employees is just what Harris County needs.”

Moore served as Chief of Staff for former Houston Mayor Bill White, helping to run the fourth largest city in the United States, with a budget of nearly $2 billion and more than 20,000 employees.

“What a great honor to be endorsed by a dedicated public servant like Sheriff Ed Gonzalez,” said Moore. “I applaud the Sheriff’s innovative public safety strategies and his record of results when it comes to reforming our criminal justice system,” continued Moore.

“I share that vision and will work to make sure the Sheriff has the resources he needs to keep us safe.”

Moore has also been endorsed by Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia, former Houston Mayor Bill White, flooding expert Jim Blackburn, the AFL-CIO, Harris County Young Democrats, Area 5 Democrats, Bay Area New Democrats and other community leaders and organizations.

Learn more at www.MooreForCommissioner.com.

A Letter from Commissioner Rodney Ellis

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A Letter from Commissioner Rodney Ellis

Dear Friends,

Every community deserves clean air to breathe, safe water to drink and a healthy environment where families can thrive. However, many Harris County families are now suffering the worst effects of environmental injustices after years of going without basic protections. We are working to change this at Precinct One and throughout Harris County.

This past week, Harris County Commissioners Court approved increased monitoring and inspections of concrete batch plants as part of our broader effort to increase environmental protections and build on last year’s work to analyze and correct gaps in pollution control following the ITC fire.

We are committed to strengthening local environmental protections, and we know that when concrete batch plants are out of compliance–people suffer. Our constituents’ health takes priority over companies’ profits.

Lax state regulations are failing people. Harris County refuses to ignore these critical environmental issues affecting our communities, specifically vulnerable ones. Monitoring and inspections at concrete batch plants are key steps we can take to bring environmental justice to all people.

Please know we are also committed to finding answers about the cancer cluster in Kashmere Gardens and Fifth Ward and ensuring the proper cleanup of the creosote contamination located in the community. We also know that this is not unique to Kashmere Gardens and Fifth Ward. There are other sites that need to be cleaned up in Harris County and there are other families struggling with cancer and poor health caused by pollution, neglect and environmental racism.

You have Precinct One’s commitment that we will work with community members, elected leaders, and advocates to protect families from environmental harm. We are dedicated to protecting people’s right to live and work in communities with clean air and water. Our neighborhoods should be places where people feel safe and can live and thrive. We will not stop until this is everyone’s reality.

Let’s continue to work together to protect our families, neighborhoods and the environment as we demand environmental justice for all people.

Sincerely,
Rodney Ellis

Desfile ‘Magic Happens’: Datos Curiosos

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Desfile ‘Magic Happens’: Datos Curiosos
Pictured during a backstage rehearsal of the “Magic Happens” parade set to debut at Disneyland Park in California Feb. 28, 2020, Mickey Mouse, in an all-new sorcerer-inspired costume, will lead the way from atop a 15-foot tall iridescent magical hat. Performers, known as “magic makers,” represent stylized aspects of “Disney magic” – from beauty to strength and everything in between. The parade will come to life with an energetic musical score and new songs and will feature stunning floats, beautiful costumes and beloved Disney characters. (Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)

El nuevo desfile “Magic Happens” debuta en Disneyland Park el 28 de febrero de 2020. Mientras este nuevo espectáculo recorre Main Street, U.S.A., los visitantes celebrarán momentos de magia surgidos de las entrañables historias que han visto en películas de Walt Disney Animation Studios y Pixar Animation Studios. Desde una guitarra legendaria hasta el corazón del océano, estos momentos mágicos cobran vida en carrozas extraordinarias, vestuario creativo y una banda musical nueva y llena de energía. Los visitantes revivirán cuentos clásicos como “Cinderella” (“Cenicienta)”, “Sleeping Beauty” (“La bella durmiente)” y “The Sword and the Stone” (“La espada en la piedra”), así como historias más recientes de “Frozen 2”, “Coco”, “Moana” y muchas más.

Los visitantes, gracias al paquete de comida del desfile “Magic Happens”, pueden disfrutar de un almuerzo delicioso y recibir un vale que provee de acceso a la área reservada para ver el desfile ese mismo día. Para más información acerca del paquete de comida, disponible en Plaza Inn, y para llevar a cabo reservaciones, visite DisneylandEspanol.com o la aplicación Disneyland.

Las cifras

  • 9 carrozas diseñadas se abren paso a través de Main Street, U.S.A., durante el desfile.
  • 2 canciones originales se suman a la banda sonora musical del desfile: el tema principal, titulado “Magic Happens”, y una canción especial para el Gran Final.
  • Más de 90 artistas luciendo un vestuario de lo más colorido dan vida a “Magic Happens”; más de dos docenas de ellos son personajes Disney.

Creadores del desfile

  • El equipo de Disney que ha creado este desfile incluye a coreógrafos, diseñadores escénicos, productores musicales y diseñadores de vestuario y maquillaje, así como expertos en producción y tecnología.
  • Jordan Peterson, director del espectáculo “Magic Happens”, inició su carrera actuando en desfiles, formando parte en 18 de ellos tanto en Walt Disney World Resort como en Tokyo Disney Resort.
  • David Duffy, director creativo de “Magic Happens”, ha formado parte de Disney Live Entertainment durante casi 30 años. Empezó su carrera actuando en Disney’s Hollywood Studios en Walt Disney World, Florida.
  • El cantante y compositor Todrick Hall ha coescrito la banda sonora musical y las nuevas canciones para el desfile. Hall, quien fue un miembro del elenco o “cast member”, empezó su carrera en el mundo del entretenimiento en Walt Disney World, Florida, actuando en “Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage”.

Un remolino de magia – Mickey Mouse

  • La ecléctica selección de artistas que dan inicio a este impresionante desfile representa los aspectos más estilizados de la “magia de Disney”, desde la belleza a la fortaleza y todo lo que resta en medio. Estos “creadores de magia”, que normalmente no son visibles para los humanos, siempre están presentes cada vez que una calabaza se transforma en una carroza o una espada es arrancada de una piedra.
  • Las letras de la canción “Magic Happens” que da comienzo al desfile están impresas en dos de los trajes con el fin de representar la magia de la música.
  • El vestuario que lucen los artistas durante el comienzo del desfile está inspirado en varias fuentes, incluyendo las pasarelas de moda contemporáneas, con diseños vanguardistas y modernos.
  • En la primera carroza, 300 luces LED iluminan el sombrero mágico y gigante de Mickey.
  • El sombrero mágico de Mickey mide casi 15 pies de alto (4.5 metros) y más de 9 pies de diámetro (2.7 metros). Esta carroza ha sido pintada a mano y texturizada con colores iridiscentes personalizados.
  • Minnie Mouse, Pato Donald, Goofy, Pluto y Chip n’ Dale se unen a Mickey dando inicio a este desfile.

Una ola de magia – “Moana”

  • Esta es la primera carroza de tamaño real inspirada en “Moana” que ha sido creada para un parque de Disney.
  • El mar de actores que lideran la carroza de “Moana” representan las olas del océano, haciendo así que el océano cobre vida.
  • En su canoa viajera, Moana se aventura hacia la cresta de una ola gigantesca. La ola está inspirada en los preciosos grabados de madera “koa” que, enmarcados en paneles LED, proveen de una visión deslumbrante de la magia que surge de los océanos.
  • Los visitantes podrán descubrir en medio del precioso flujo del océano una (o dos) apariciones sorpresa de personajes entrañables de “Finding Nemo”, de Disney y Pixar. El corazón de Te Fiti también puede ser visto debajo del agua.
  • Los visitantes podrán ver a la Abuela Tala representada en lo más alto de la carroza en su forma de manta raya, protegiendo a Moana durante su viaje.
  • La carroza de “Moana” mide más de 32 pies de largo, 22 pies de alto y 12 pies de ancho (9.7x 6.7 x 3.6 metros).
  • Maui se une a Moana en este viaje, viajando a bordo de su propio pedazo de isla con Pua, el adorable cerdo mascota de Moana.
  • “Magic Happens” es el debut oficial de Maui en Disneyland Resort.
  • Los instrumentos de percusión que se escuchan en el módulo Kakamora que sigue a la carroza de “Moana” son tambores tradicionales polinesios.

Un puente a la magia – “Coco”

  • Esta es la primera vez que “Coco”, el filme de Disney y Pixar, ha inspirado una carroza para un desfile de Disney Parks.
  • En esta carroza, Miguel aparece en persona por primera vez, celebrando la magia que surge cuando toca su guitarra.
  • Esta carroza conecta el Mundo de los Vivos con el Mundo de los Muertos a través de un puente de caléndulas a todo color. Más de 30,000 unidades de caléndulas decoran el puente de la carroza de “Coco”.
  • Los actores al frente de la carroza de “Coco” representan los pétalos preciosos de la flor de las caléndulas al caer del puente, girando y flotando sobre el suelo.
  • Las actrices lucen faldas que han sido diseñadas para poder transformarse fácilmente en capas, lo que permite la rápida transición de pieza de vestuario a accesorio y al revés. Las faldas fueron creadas por miembros del elenco de Disney Live Entertainment Costuming.
  • El perro de Miguel, Danté, puede ser visto transformándose de su forma canina a alebrije mientras cruza el puente de caléndulas.
  • Héctor e Imelda, dos de las figuras animadas, pueden ser vistas en el lado opuesto del puente de caléndulas, actuando para los visitantes del Mundo de los Muertos.
  • Al final de la carroza, 12 chihuahuas forman parte de un acto de perros cantantes inspirados en la escena de la batalla de bandas en “Coco”.
  • La carroza de “Coco” mide 11 pies de ancho, 19 de alto y casi 36 de largo (3.3 x 5.7 x 11 metros).
  • Actores vestidos con trajes de lo más fantásticos, adornados con máscaras, representan los guías espirituales o alebrijes de “Coco”. Emocionados por la canción de Miguel se unen a esta celebración de la familia y la vida.

Un bosque mágico – “Frozen 2”

  • Los actores y las actrices que lideran esta carroza son una extensión del Bosque Encantado: ellos representan los troncos de los álamos y ellas el follaje.
  • Esta carroza muestra a Anna y Elsa explorando los misterios del Bosque Encantado protegido por Nokk, el espíritu místico del agua, acompañadas por sus amigos Kristoff, Sven y Olaf.
  • Esta carroza está diseñada para proveer, a su paso, de una sensación de descubrimiento. Los visitantes se darán cuenta que hay más personajes y detalles mientras la carroza desfila por su ruta.
  • En esta carroza, Olaf y Sven aparecen como figuras animadas.
  • La bola de nieve gigante detrás de Elsa incorpora los cuatro símbolos elementales de la película que representan el agua, el fuego, la tierra y el viento.
  • La carroza de “Frozen 2”, que mide 39 pies de largo (casi 12 metros), es la más larga del desfile.

Un sueño mágico – El gran final

  • El elegante gran final de “Magic Happens” celebra los momentos mágicos de varias historias clásicas de Disney.
  • Cada actor que forma parte de este final luce un traje/vestido y bandera distintos, representando el reinado que lideran.
  • El final une a una colección de personajes mágicos icónicos, incluyendo al Genie (El Genio), Aladdin, Tinker Bell (Campanita), Peter Pan, el Hada Azul, Pinocho y el Hada Madrina. Estos personajes se abren camino mientras se presentan más carrozas, cada una de ellas destacando momentos de magia que transformaron las vidas de sus personajes.
  • La partitura del final incluye guiños musicales a producciones previas de Disney que tienen un significado especial para el director del espectáculo Jordan Peterson, entrelazando temas del desfile “Remember the Magic” con los de los espectáculos de fuegos artificiales “Wishes” y “Remember… Dreams Come True”.

La calabaza – “Cinderella (Cenicienta)”

  • La carroza de “Cinderella” o “La Cenicienta” captura el momento “Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo”, mostrando a la Cenicienta dentro de la calabaza gigante justo cuando esta es transformada en un carruaje resplandeciente que la conduce al baile.
  • Sus ramas se transforman en ruedas, mientras las hojas se extienden para convertirse en vidrieras de colores, creando un carruaje que luce como una joya trasluciente.
  • El carruaje mide 16 pies de alto (4.8 metros) y aproximadamente 10 pies de diámetro (3 metros).

La espada – “The Sword in the Stone (La espada en la piedra)”

  • En esta carroza, el sabio Merlín abre el camino a un Arturo adolescente quien descubre la magia en sí mismo al arrancar la espada en la piedra y reclamar así su lugar en el trono.
  • Los visitantes podrán ver a Arquímedes, el búho sabio pero gruñón del filme. En la carroza, Arquímedes en una figura animada con cuello y ojos movibles.
  • Dos ardillas llamadas Arthur y Hazel están situadas en lo más alto de la arquitectura gótica que presenta la carroza. Ambas son un guiño a la secuencia en la película donde dos personajes se transforman en ardillas.
  • “Magic Happens” representa el debut oficial de Arturo en el Disneyland Resort.
  • La carroza mide aproximadamente 19 pies de alto, 15 de largo y 12 de ancho (5.8 x 4.5 x 3.6 metros).

El beso – “The Princess and the Frog (La princesa y el sapo)”

  • Tiana y Naveen aparecen en medio de un remolino de flores doradas mientras se besan, completando así su regreso a forma humana.
  • Las flores que se arremolinan alrededor de Tiana y Naveen rotan, creando así un movimiento precioso y mágico.
  • El árbol que se eleva por encima de Tiana y Naveen está modelado partiendo de un mangle real.
  • La carroza de “The Princess and the Frog” mide 19 pies de alto y 11 pies de diámetro (5.8 x 3.3 metros).

Érase una vez… un sueño – “Sleeping Beauty (La bella durmiente)”

  • La escena “felices para siempre” de “Sleeping Beauty” o “La bella durmiente” presenta a las tres hadas madrinas, Flora, Fauna y Merryweather (o Primavera en su versión en español), elegantemente dando vueltas en la cima de los torreones que están al frente de la carroza.
  • La princesa Aurora es vista bailando con el Príncipe Phillip o Felipe. Su vestido brilla alternando tonos rosados y azules.
  • Los símbolos en las banderas fueron todos diseñados siguiendo el estilo de la Bella Durmiente, representando así los distintos reinados y banderines que cuelgan en el castillo.
  • La carroza de la Bella Durmiente es la más alta de todo el desfile: el torreón más alto alcanza aproximadamente los 30 pies (9.1 metros).

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Acerca de Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Resort cuenta con dos parques de atracciones espectaculares: Disneyland (el parque original de Disney) y Disney California Adventure, además de tres hoteles y el Downtown Disney District, que ofrece experiencias únicas culinarias, de entretenimiento y de compras. Los hoteles del Resort son el lujoso Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, que cuenta con 948 habitaciones y también 50 habitaciones de dos recámaras equivalentes a las unidades de Disney Vacation Club; el mágico Disneyland Hotel, que cuenta con 973 habitaciones (ambas propiedades clasificadas con Cuatro Diamantes de la AAA); y el Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, con 481 habitaciones, que presenta una temática playera. Para más información acerca de las atracciones y las vacaciones en el Disneyland Resort, visita la página www.DisneylandEspanol.com, llamar al (866) 43-DISNEY o consulta con tu agente de viajes. Disneyland Resort, localizado en Anaheim, California, abrió sus puertas el 17 de julio de 1955. Está abierto todos los días del a

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