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The School Newspaper of Texas High School

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The School Newspaper of Texas High School

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Standing up in front of one of her health science classes, Kamryn Hamilton teaches. Previously a NICU nurse, Hamilton transitioned to teaching at Texas High in hopes of inspiring students in that career field.

From NICU to classroom • 536 Views

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TISD Police Officer Bart Veal and one of his four shoppers roll through Target to the store’s toy aisle while at the Shop with a Cop & Firefighter event on Dec. 3, 2024. Veal and other first responders from around the Texarkana area helped provide children with Christmas presents.

Holiday heroes • 295 Views

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Leader-In-Me students count wristbands after the conclusion of their inaugural Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament. The competition aimed to promote the school's 2024-25 anti-violence campaign.

Rock-Paper-Scissors, don't shoot • 288 Views

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Upon the start of the 2024-25 school year, TISD implemented a calendar change, cutting the summers of students distrcit-wide short.

There’s 104 days of summer vacation . . . oh wait • 272 Views

NEWS
This year, DC Math Teacher Cathryn Diaz earned the award. Known for her innovative teaching methods and unwavering support for her students, Diaz strives to transform her classroom into a vibrant space where curiosity thrives and potential is realized.
Teaching triumphantly
March 12, 2025
Junior Peyton Shaw laughs while rehearsing for Dinner Theatre. On March 22, 2025, Texas High School’s student council will put on its annual Dinner Theatre. This event takes place at the Tiger Stadium at Grim Park.
Dance the night away
March 10, 2025
Competing against top high school teams from across the region, the Texas High School culinary team claimed victory at the SkillsUSA District 5 Leadership & Skills Competition on Feb. 19, 2025, in Waco, Texas, earning a coveted spot at the upcoming SkillsUSA State Championship.
Serving up success
March 7, 2025
SUBMITTED PHOTO: On Jan. 15, 2025, Texas High’s Leader-In-Me students traveled to Mount Pleasant for the Region Eight Leadership Conference.
Empowering others
March 6, 2025
FEATURE
Sophomore Camila Lusinchi smiles as she poses with her Outstanding Delegate Award. On March 1, 2025, Texas High's Model UN attended team attended the Fourth Annual Model UN Conference at Rice University.
Diplomacy and dedication
March 11, 2025
With the Tiger Band marching in unison behind him, senior Ryker Meadows practices the route march for an upcoming performance. Meadows recently received the opportunity to perform at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio as part of the Texas Music Educators Association Clinic/Convention with the Texas All-State Band.
Hitting the right note
February 25, 2025
FILE PHOTO: Texas High School sophomore, Jillian Brim, recently earned an Honorable Mention Award in the prestigious National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for her compelling essay, exploring themes of relationships, loss and father-daughter dynamics.
Memoir magic
February 14, 2025
SPORTS
Junior soccer team captain Alexis West prepares to kick the ball during the Tigers' game against Nacadoches on Feb. 11, 2025. Throughout the course of her high school career, West injured her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), medial collateral ligament (MCL) and meniscus, benching her for most of the year.
Journey to recovery
March 12, 2025
Jacob High throws a fast ball on the mound against the Evangel Eagles. the Tigers beat the Eagle 8-1 securing a win for the first game, Feb. 5, 2025.
Who’s on the hill?
March 6, 2025
Junior Deja Aubrey cross the finish line after the 4 times 100 meter relay at the annual Watty Meyers and Kyle Preston Relays Feb. 28, 2025. Aubrey won 17 points for the Texas High JV girls allowing them to win first place at the meet.
Sprinting to success
March 3, 2025
CULTURE
Starting in 1976, only 49 years ago, Black History Month was officially recognized and dedicated to the African Americans who worked tirelessly, night and day, to prove to America that they are humans and just as capable as the rest of society. African Americans have contributed heavily to society by setting new precedents for their intellect and capability.
Recognizing Black History Month
February 28, 2025
FILE PHOTO: Mac Miller’s team released his new album, Balloonerism, on Jan. 17, 2025. Miller recorded and created the album in 2014 but never released it to the public until recently.
The best is yet to come
February 27, 2025
Valentine's Day started back around 270 A.D. when the Christian church decided to place this in the middle of February with the intent to have a feast to celebrate the anniversary of St. Valentine’s death and burial to “Christianize” the pagan celebration of Lupercalia. Modernly, this holiday is celebrated in the United States and other places worldwide with rose bouquets, candy, teddy bears, and chocolates gifted between loved ones.
A heartfelt history
February 10, 2025
Beyonce at the 67th Grammys Awards held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
2025 Grammys recap
February 3, 2025
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OPINION
Despite making up nearly half of all athletes, women's sports comprise an average of 15% of total sports media coverage. This fact dismays many female athletes, crushing their passion for their sports. The issue surrounding this subject discourages many female athletes at Texas High, especially those who don’t play a popular or highly fantasized sport.
Level the playing field
Story by Jillian Tyler, staff writer
Love without labels
Love without labels
Story by Lillian Cooper, staff writer
In Arkansas, employees on minimum wage receive $11.00 per hour, whereas in nearby Texas, the rate stands at the federal minimum of $7.25. This significant contrast underscores the impact of state policies on the earnings of teen workers.
Wage rage
Story by Haley Waddell and Zyon Trotter
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