Highlandettes
Leading with Spirit, Pride, and Honor
Spirit
Spirit
Spirit
We bring energy and passion to every performance, proudly representing our school and community through the art of dance.
Pride
Spirit
Spirit
We honor the legacy of our team by committing ourselves to excellence, growth, and pushing beyond our limits.
Honor
Spirit
Honor
We dance with integrity and heart, striving each day to be the strongest version of ourselves—on and off the field.
The Story of Lacey's Heart
Prior to 1994, the Highlandettes did not have a team logo. The logo was a result of a tragic event. In the spring of 1994, Lacey Erin Laudenschlager, a junior Highlandette died in an automobile accident. Lacey was well known for being studious, well organized, thoughtful and energetic. She was also an impactful leader who convinced most in her driver’s education class to sign the organ donor section of their license. She had been a strong promoter for organ donors and, as a result was able to personally contribute to her advocacy.
Although Lacey’s death was sad and heartbreaking for BHS students and faculty, it was certainly not in vain. Lacey’s physical heart was given selflessly so another person had a chance at living a wonderful life.
After her death, some of the Highlandettes had an idea to create a logo that would honor her legacy. The logo became known as “Lacey’s Heart”. The shape of the heart is a pattern of lace, the top center is a rose, a favorite of Lacey’s – especially pink roses. And, of course, a dancer in the center to note that she was a Highlandette.
To this day, the Highlandettes honor Lacey’s memory every time they step onto the field or stage. They embody the values she represented—spirit, pride, and honor—and dedicate their love of dance to her legacy. “Lacey’s Heart” serves not only as a logo but as a daily reminder that her spirit lives on through the team’s unity, passion, and commitment to excellence.
meet our directors
Director-Caity Clinton
Assistant Director-Madison Owens
Assistant Director-Madison Owens
Caity has been the Director of the Burnet High School Highlandettes Dance Team since 2008. She began participating in dance classes at the age of 2 and continued her studio training until she graduated from high school. She is a Burnet High School graduate and was a member of the Highlandettes under the direction of her mother, Deidra Rob
Caity has been the Director of the Burnet High School Highlandettes Dance Team since 2008. She began participating in dance classes at the age of 2 and continued her studio training until she graduated from high school. She is a Burnet High School graduate and was a member of the Highlandettes under the direction of her mother, Deidra Robertson. She had the honor of serving as an officer during her junior and senior years.
Caity attended Kilgore College, where she was a member of the 65th line of the World Famous Kilgore College Rangerettes. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Dance Education.
Caity has had the opportunity to perform at events such as the Dallas Cowboys Halftime Show, the Cotton Bowl Hall of Fame, the AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic in Dallas, featured performances on Carnival Cruise Lines, and the Texas State Society Black Tie & Boots Inaugural Ball and Parade in Washington, D.C.
Caity has been happily married to her husband, Tres, since 2011. They have two beautiful daughters and a sweet son.
Assistant Director-Madison Owens
Assistant Director-Madison Owens
Assistant Director-Madison Owens
Madison Owens has been the Assistant Director of the Burnet High School Highlandettes Dance Team since 2024. Madison began dancing at the age of 5 and continued her studio training through high school, where she was a proud member of the Highlandettes under the direction of Caity Clinton. Her time on the team instilled in her a deep love
Madison Owens has been the Assistant Director of the Burnet High School Highlandettes Dance Team since 2024. Madison began dancing at the age of 5 and continued her studio training through high school, where she was a proud member of the Highlandettes under the direction of Caity Clinton. Her time on the team instilled in her a deep love for dance, teamwork, and tradition, which ultimately inspired her to return as a director to give back to the program that shaped her so much.
After high school, Madison pursued professional opportunities in dance and theater in Austin while continuing her education. She is currently completing her Bachelor of Science in Education Studies at Grand Canyon University, with the goal of becoming a certified dance educator.
Madison recently married her husband, Ben and together they enjoy being part of the Burnet community. She loves sharing her passion for dance with the Highlandettes and strives to instill the values of spirit, pride, and honor in every team member she works with.