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The School Newspaper of Texas High School

Tiger Times

The School Newspaper of Texas High School

Tiger Times

Junior defensive back, Alex Jones dives for the tackle on the Marshall Mavericks. The Tigers played the Mavericks away on Oct. 13, 2023.

District rivalry win

Story by Kailyn Williams, Sports Editor October 15, 2023

The Mavericks started off strong early, forcing and recovering a fumble by the Tigers with 9:36 left in the first quarter.  After the Texas defense came up with a stop, the Mavericks attempted a field...

Freshman Gracie Gibbs stands in to be honored for her hard word and dedication over the cross country season.

Face of the Game – Gracie Gibbs

Story by Kailyn Williams, Sports Editor October 13, 2023

The alarm blares at 5 a.m., marking the start of the day for Texas High’s early-rising cross-country runners. She laces her running shoes and prepares for another long, taxing practice. Freshman Gracie...

Photo Illustration: Four day weeks have become popular among schools around the nation. Many schools eliminate Friday as a way to make this happen.

Four or more?

Story by Kunan Anjum and Oviya Justin October 12, 2023

Photo illustration: Teacher retention rates have recently decreased within Texarkana Independent School District.

Teacher turnover on the rise

Story by Sophie Keller and Nashita Kalam October 11, 2023

UPDATED The classroom chatter fills a mind already consumed by ungraded papers and unruly students. With a thousand unchecked to-do’s, the thought of leaving the profession behind weighs heavy on...

Leaning on another cast member, Junior Justin Gentry performs during dress rehearsal on Oct. 2, 2023. All cast members dressed in full outfits and makeup.

Twice the talent

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, Staff Writer October 5, 2023

As students enter the Sullivan Performing Arts Center over the next couple weeks, they are guaranteed to be working extra hard. For their fall productions, Tiger Theatre Company is putting on not only...

The foyer of the Sullivan Performing Arts Center floods after heavy rains. Maintenance is working to repair the leak as quickly as possible.

Heavy rains cause damage around campus

Story by Sophie Keller and Nashita Kalam October 4, 2023

Thunder rattles windows and bullets of water pound down on the roof. The blare of flash flood warnings on students’ phones break the steady sound of rain. On Oct. 4, a steady stream of rain caused...

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Netflix shows have hold on productions

Story by Haley Waddell, Staff Writer October 4, 2023

No shows, no movies, nothing new. Students will aimlessly scroll through a plethora of streaming services after school only to soon find that there’s virtually nothing to watch.  The Writer’s Guild...

Senior Mally Lumpkin dives for a ball during a rally during the volleyball match against Whitehouse on Oct. 3, 2023. The Tigers traveled to Whitehouse and lost.

Wildcats drop the Tigers

Story by Anna Bell Lee, Managing Editor/Webmaster October 3, 2023

The Lady Tiger volleyball team lost their district match up against the Whitehouse Wildcats on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023. The loss to begin their second half of district play brings their record to 5-3.  The...

 Junior Lilian Nielsen recites her lines during theater rehearsal on Aug. 29, 2023. The Tiger Theatre company will perform Murder on the Orient Express on Oct. 5-8.

Tiger Theatre Company’s upcoming season

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, Staff Writer October 3, 2023

As the 2023-2024 school year begins, the Tiger Theatre Company already began preparing for their upcoming season. This year, TTC will perform three mainstage shows along with their annual UIL One Act Play...

Freshman Aryana Starnes walks into school during arrival dressed as a rapper. Texas High School students and staff participated in the Rapper vs. Rockstar Spirit Day on Sep. 25, 2023.

In the HOCO spirit

Story by Haley Waddell, Staff Writer October 2, 2023

Students walk the halls, dressed up in their spirit day outfits. They’re excited to show off their school spirit during the week leading up to Homecoming.  Many love to dress up for the spirit days....

Sophomore running back Tradarian Ball escapes defender in Homecoming game against Mount Pleasant Friday, Sept. 29, 2023. The Tigers brought home the win with a final score of 58-29, moving their district record to 2-0.

Hoco win

Story by Kailyn Williams, Sports Editor October 1, 2023

The Texas Tigers topped the Mount Pleasant Tigers on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, with a final score of 58-29. The Texas offense started off strong in the opening of the first quarter, converting first downs...

photo illustration: Students now face 45 days of DAEP if they get in a fight.

New DAEP rules implemented in Texas schools

Story by Ashley Davis, News/feature Editor October 1, 2023

Loud screams echo throughout the hallways as students gather to witness fists flung through the air. Administrators run to the scene, pulling apart those fighting. In the bathroom, students huddle up in...

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