History teacher co-writes POW book
Noehlia Ortiz, Staff Writer
April 22, 2013
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World War II was closer to Texan homes than anyone ever imagined. History teacher Christopher Chance personifies this through a book that he co-wrote called “Camp Huntsville The First German POW Camp in Texas” about a Nazi Prisoner of War (POW) camp in Huntsville, Texas. The book consists of day-to-day... Read more »
300 words: Benji Walker
Katelynn Cimini, Staff Writer
April 2, 2013
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Music is his passion. Freshman Benji Walker began writing his own songs at the age of 12. He’s written around 30 songs and recorded about 10 of his own songs. Walker bears a great enthusiasm for music. “I write alternative songs,” Walker said. “I just listen to a lot of music. It’s just... Read more »
300 words: Stephanie Navarrete
Noehlia Ortiz, Staff Writer
March 27, 2013
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Helping others in the community is something that senior Stephanie Navarette always wanted to do. Fighting fires meets the job description. “I find myself sometimes pumped up whenever I see an accident or someone hurt because I’d like to help them out, but then again I don’t have any experience... Read more »
300 words: Carissa Henderson
Macky Dailey, Co-Sports Editor
March 22, 2013
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After school, junior Carissa Henderson is enveloped in the swirling aroma of coffee beans, vanilla, and baked goods. Since October 9, 2012 she has enjoyed her job at Starbucks. “I have always wanted to work there, ever since seventh grade,” Henderson said. “I liked the vibe.” Currently,... Read more »
300 words: Chase McBride
Angelica Lopez, Staff Writer
March 19, 2013
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It all started as a love for planes and aviation. Junior Chase McBride is working on his fighter pilot’s license. “I love planes since like the fourth or fifth grade,” McBride said. “I’ve been into planes and aviation and just how they work.” Despite this, he’s never rode on a plane. “I... Read more »
Senior travels 6,969 miles to help others
Macen Stripling , Staff Writer
March 7, 2013
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Leaving for five months, senior Macky Dailey will experience her home away from home 6,969 miles away, traveling to Tel Aviv, Israel to be a missionary. “It is a God thing. I feel like I’m supposed to go,” senior, Dailey said. Homeless ministry, sex trafficking, working with orphans, Sudanese... Read more »
Patel travels to India
Cristin Morgan, Print Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2013
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Sitting on a flight for 23 hours, from Dallas to Mumbai, was the first of many stops for sophomore Mital Patel. “The flights were really long,” she said. “I just watched movies, and on the way back I did homework.” Leaving on Dec. 4, 2012, Patel heads to India for a month and a week stay. “I... Read more »
The thrill of the chase: student pursues future passion
Macky Dailey, Co-Sports Editor
March 1, 2013
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Before a crack of thunder, a gust of wind, or even a drop of rain, senior Chris Barrows is on the look out. He is an aspiring meteorologist. When Barrows was 6 years old, his passion for weather was sparked. His dad took a meteorology class in high school and taught Barrows about it; but his true... Read more »
19 questions with new theatre director Kris Lilley
Noehlia Ortiz, Staff Writer
January 31, 2013
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Q: Where did you go to college? A: I graduated from Texas Woman’s University Q: How many years did you go to college? A: I went four years for my undergrad. Q: What is your degree in? A: Theatre Q: How many years have you worked as a theatre director? A:... Read more »
300 words: Alex Jennings
Logan Huff , Staff Writer
January 28, 2013
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Junior Alex Jennings always lives on the wild side. He jams in a metal band with his friends, and due to his harsh demeanor and outside activities, he usually intimidates people. They may look at him funny or not say anything at all, but Alex can always tell when people are intimidated. “They usually... Read more »