A wise option
Story by: Emma Ruggiero, News Editor
January 24, 2018
“It’s the easy way out.” “No one’s gonna hire you if you go there.” “You’ll miss out on the real college experience.” More than likely, anyone considering a community college after graduation has heard such remarks, or may have even contemplated these themselves. Often, communit...
The Red Cross controversy
Story by: Paloma de la Riva, Opinion Editor
September 28, 2017
Filed under Opinion, Recent Stories, Showcase
The prominent charity the American Red Cross remains the number one relief organization after crises since 1881, working with the federal government to assist the United States Armed Forces and provide generous contributions to multiple worthy causes across the globe. The American Red Cross has face...
Teacher wait to put in grades until last minute
Story by: Jaidyn Hatchett, Reporter
April 25, 2017
Filed under Opinion, Recent Stories, Showcase
Students put a lot of their focus on grades and school to gives themselves a brighter future. When it comes time for a six weeks to end, most people want to make sure their grades have remained up to par. This cannot happen when a teacher waits until the last minute to put in grades, especially a ...
Check the Facts
Story by: Brooke Bettes, Reporter
April 11, 2017
Filed under Opinion, Recent Stories, Showcase
Donald Trump expresses most of his thoughts through the social media platform Twitter. He has shared his thoughts on many things from immigration to inspirational people. More recently, he made it known how “democratic” news outlets have made up scandals to write about to make him seem like a crimina...
His Last Stand
Story by: Libby Sullivan, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, Opinion, Recent Stories, Showcase
Hugh Jackman made his first appearance as Wolverine in the 2000 production, “X-Men,” directed by Bryan Singer, and had every fan of X-Men hooked. His dedication to the character and his amazing ability to perfectly play the role of a brooding, buff mutant became more prominent throughout his time...
Stress and numbers
Story by: Chloe Crawford, Sports Editor
February 25, 2017
Filed under Opinion, Recent Stories
The battle for the best grade point average (GPA) amongst high school students leaves them feeling reduced to a series of numbers for their college applications. This can lead to increased stress on students. The pressure put on high school students has reached a crucial point. High schools e...
The case for student-teacher confidentiality
Story by: Abby Akard, Reporter
February 23, 2017
Filed under Opinion, Recent Stories, Showcase
One of the bills proposed in the ongoing Texas legislature session, Senate Bill 242, a right-to-know bill put forward by Texas Senator Konni Burton (R-Fort Worth), amends a section of Texas law that grants parents access to their student’s public school records, such as attendance, test scores, and...
Brain teasers
Story by: Lydia Estepp, Design Editor
February 22, 2017
Filed under Opinion, Recent Stories, Showcase
High school students face high amounts of stress on a daily basis, and it can lead to depression, anxiety and a slew of other mental health issues. The mental health of high school students has serious effects on education, and schools should take a more active role in providing resources for prevent...
Buckle down and grow up
Story by: Jaidyn Hatchett, Reporter
February 22, 2017
Filed under Opinion, Recent Stories, Showcase
Growing up does not necessarily mean getting older; a person must learn how to do basic tasks such as making a budget and taking care of themselves. A student in high school should learn these things early on to make life easier when they get older. However, most teenagers have no clue what to do when it...
Mentally v Physically
Story by: Alexis Garrison, Feature Editor
February 21, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, Opinion, Recent Stories
Seeing someone with a broken arm or any other physical ailment will generate empathy with other people, usually resulting in assistance for the handicapped person. This help towards superficial illnesses does not generate the same amount of attention when it comes to more hidden ailments. Often dismisse...
Belarus: Soviet Holdout? Or Pariah State?
April 17, 2018
Student athletes sign at spring signing day
April 17, 2018
FRED ambassadors accepting applications for $750 FRED scholarship
April 11, 2018
Spring fashion show highlights work by advanced fashion design students
April 5, 2018