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The School Newspaper of Texas High School

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Texas legislatures decided that the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test should be divided into three different sections and given to students at the beginning, middle and end of the year. While this idea remains in the process of planning, the change will be implemented during the 2027-28 school year.

A New Testing Era

Story by Sage Stussy, Staff Writer
October 22, 2025
While attending her R.I.S.E. class, junior Rece Beaird completes an assignment. Reaching Independent Success for Everyone, also known as R.I.S.E, replaced the time previously allotted for first period.

From Enrichment to R.I.S.E.

Story by Sage Stussy, Staff Writer
September 4, 2025
FILE PHOTO: According to statistics, more than 323 million people worldwide use dating apps. These apps claim to use algorithms that suggest potential matches based on user profiles and preferences. Online dating sites have hindered modern romances into consumer transactions.

Dating Apps Threaten Modern Romance

Story by Jillian Tyler, staff writer
May 8, 2025
The Coachella 2025 lineup features headliners Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, and Travis Scott. Other notable performers include Missy Elliott, Charli XCX, The Original Misfits, Megan Thee Stallion, Zedd, Cynthia Erivo, and Benson Boone. 

Coachella 2025 Performances Receive Underwhelming Reactions

Story by Jillian Tyler and Kunan Anjum
May 6, 2025
FILE PHOTO: Friday, March 28, 2025, was an exhilarating day for Arianators, as the beloved Ariana Grande released her long-awaited album, eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead.

Brighter Days Ahead

Story by Jillian Tyler and Kunan Anjum
March 31, 2025
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
March 6, 2025
Love Without Labels

Love Without Labels

Story by Lillian Cooper, staff writer
February 14, 2025
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
January 29, 2025
Energy drinks, though often perceived as a fast-acting cure to the intense drowsiness young adults face daily, prove to be toxic beverages often disguised beneath fruity notes of peach and cherry, and lime, ultimately overpowering the effectiveness of its anti-exhaustion agent.

The Toxic Truth

Story by Leighton Kelems, staff writer
January 28, 2025
Issues surrounding violence on campus prompt officers to use pepper spray. Mount Sinai’s online health library says pepper spray, classified as a chemical weapon, harms people with asthma, COPD, or other lung conditions.

A burning question

Story by Kunan Anjum, editor-in-chief
January 23, 2025
In the US, 170 million people use TikTok. Out of these users, 22% of teenagers spend 2-3 hours a day on the app. Even though the ban never goes into effect, many people legitimize the notice.

Time “tiks” toward TikTok ban

Story by Jillian Tyler, staff writer
January 2, 2025
When picking classes in high school, students can choose from a multitude Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Credit (DC) or regular classes.

Choosing a path

Story by Lauren Richey, staff writer
December 26, 2024
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