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Counselors talk with students one-on-one to input their schedules for the next year.

Classes, Choices and Chaos

Students begin to prepare their schedules for the upcoming year
Torin Steil, Staff Writer • February 10, 2022

Last week, the counselors met with students in their English or History classes to discuss classes for next year. This week, counselors will meet individually with every student during these classes to...

The Decatur Eagle Swim Team competed at district on Jan. 20 and their qualifying swimmers will compete at regionals on Feb. 7 and 8.

DHS Swim Advances

Swimmers finish district, qualify for regionals
Allie Tribe, Editor • February 6, 2022

After training since August, the Eagle and Lady Eagle swim teams took on the district meet Jan. 20 in Mansfield. From the district meet, the team had six swimmers qualify in individual events and six relays...

Junior Brayden Shelton and seniors Carson Wicker, Kenzie Winter and Emilee Talley lead worship at an FCA event.

Student Leaders Take Over FCA

Three seniors in second semester of leading the faith based group
Allie Tribe, Editor • January 28, 2022

Each Monday at 6 p.m., students file into the First Baptist Church ready for a night of fellowship and friends. Fellowship of Christian Athletes, otherwise known as FCA, kicked off at the beginning of...

Rather than just prom in 2022, Decaturs expanded their horizons and added a Winter Formal to the list of activities.

Dancing with the Eagles

Winter Formal added to DHS calendar
Allie Tribe, Editor • January 21, 2022

Thanks to the hard work of the Decatur Student Council, DHS plans to host their first dance of 2022 next month. The Winter Formal is set to take place one month prior to prom on Feb. 12 from 7 p.m. to...

Students will take their final exams following the schedule above on Monday, Dec. 20 and Tuesday, Dec. 21.

Finishing First Semester

With Christmas approaching, students just have final exams left to tackle
Allie Tribe, Editor • December 17, 2021

After four months of classes, championship games and full halls at DHS, the first semester is finally coming to an end.  Using this past week to review, DHS will conduct their final exams next...

Junior Annika Lindt and sophomore Katherine Stroud were invited through their summer dance camp to perform in the Macys Day Thanksgiving Parade. Both girls are members of the Eagle Dolls.

Parading Around the Big Apple

Two Eagle Dolls visit New York City to dance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Torin Steil, Staff Writer • December 10, 2021

Performing on national television isn’t an easy accomplishment. Many hours of practice and auditioning only for a chance to be invited. Despite this, many performers dream of having even a sliver of...

The Decatur Lady Eagles brought home another state title after defeating Celina Nov. 20. Senior Jentry Lamirand was named match MVP.

Sweeping State

Lady Eagles bring home second consecutive state title
Allie Tribe, Editor • December 8, 2021

Dressed in orange or blue, fans flocked to the Curtis Culwell Center to support the two teams facing off for the 4-A state volleyball title. The stakes were high, with Celina making their first state appearance...

Netflix, one of the top streaming platforms, recently released another viral show.

Squid Game Takes Over Netflix

Platform receives millions of views for hit show
Allie Tribe, Editor • November 9, 2021

It’s no secret that Netflix has ruled the streaming service arena since its invention. Netflix, widely regarded as one of the first streaming services, is home to hit shows and original movies. Their...

FFA is an organization that helps teach students leadership skills and agriculture techniques.

Beyond the Barnyard

FFA gives students confidence, life skills
Torin Steil, Staff Writer • November 3, 2021

The National Future Farmers of America Organization, or FFA, is a nationwide program hosted at many high schools around the country. Members of FFA are taught valuable leadership and career skills and...

Decatur cross country has finished off their season, with the mens varsity team and freshman Olivia OBrian running at the regional meet. Senior Derrick Bible will represent the school at the state meet on Nov. 6.

Race to the End

Cross country season comes to a finish
Allie Tribe, Editor • November 1, 2021

With two final races, the Decatur Cross Country teams closed out their seasons. The district meet, held at the Reunion Grounds, brought an end to the Lady Eagles season. The team finished fourth, but...

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