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The School Newspaper of Texas High School

Tiger Times

The School Newspaper of Texas High School

Tiger Times

Senior Cayden “CJ” Jordan holds his tuba in front of Lucas Oil Stadium before marching with the Guardians. DCI Finals are held in Indianapolis, IN, and the Guardians placed 5th place, the highest rank they have ever recieved.
Summer tour
Story by Lourdes Quijas, Staff Writer • April 26, 2023

Most people understand the comparison to high school and professional football, but have you heard of Drum and Bugle Corps? Drum Corps International (DCI) is the professional...

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Eden Bubble Tea is located on Richmond Rd and in Central Mall. They were Texarkanas first introduction to bubble tea.
POP into Eden’s Bubble Tea
Story by Ashley Davis, Staff Writer • April 19, 2023

Fruity flavored popping bubbles, warm tapioca and various tea flavors line the counters of Eden Bubble Tea. The family owned business provides food from a Potato Patch and...

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A Twisted Fork employee prepares tacos. Twisted From has a variety of foods for their customers to choose from.
Don't get it twisted
Story by Nashita Kalam, News/Feature Editor • April 12, 2023

The smell of fragrant southern food fills the air. Waiters carry plates to crowded tables. Businessmen and casual lunch dates alike chatter and enjoy the food. Live music...

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The teachers write notes to students as they make birthday cards for students using colored pencils, markers and even stickers. Teachers sign up to give out 10 birthday cards every 2-3 months.
Birthday bashin'
Story by Gracie Tucker, Culture Editor • April 5, 2023

The bell rings for second period. Walking into the classroom, the teacher hands a student a stack of cards with the same phrase: “Happy Birthday!” The student’s face...

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Junior Lilliana Sanchez must balance her work on the TigerVision crew with her actual school work. Often times it can be difficult to learn where the fine line between the two lies.
The working experience
Story by Ashley Davis, Staff Writer • March 29, 2023

As a teenager, it can be difficult to keep up with grades, extracurricular activities and home responsibilities. However, many students have a time-consuming job on top of...

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Senior Lydia Horton works on a page of the Texas High yearbook. While yearbook works all year to complete their book, newspaper must consistently put out stories each week.
What's the scoop?
Story by Reese Langdon, Editor In Chief • March 22, 2023

Keys hurriedly click, but the room also swells with laughter. Deadlines are met, but life long bonds are still made. The final product was edited to perfection, but the pride...

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Seniors Alejandro Cardenas and Dominic West investigate a mock crime scene. In Forensic Science, students learn to put their science skills into practice.
On the case
Story by Williams Nguyen, Staff Writer • March 15, 2023

Texas High School’s diverse CTE program allows students the freedom to not only follow their passions, but pursue them in earnest and extend their skills beyond the academic...

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Freshmen Jared Segura and Eli Shelley use spaghetti and tape to construct a tower. This was part of the architecture class here at Texas High.
Designing the future
Story by Sophie Keller, Webmaster • March 8, 2023

Sliding parallels squeak and balsa wood snaps. Slowly something new is created. A bridge is built, connecting art and engineering. This is the magic of architecture. Architecture...

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Training trades
Training trades
Story by Sophie Keller, Webmaster • March 8, 2023

Texas High is home to a number of courses aimed at preparing students for future careers. From construction to culinary, there’s a CTE class for everyone considering a more...

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Sophomore Ben Maxey uses a patient simulation to practice taking a patients pulse. Health Science prepares students for higher level medical classes and is an introduction to the medical field.
How to save a life
Story by Nashita Kalam, News/Feature Editor • March 1, 2023

After a short walk down the art building stairs, students are met face-to-face with an old brick building. Most people might walk past and not think twice about what might...

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Junior Daisy Ontiveros feeds a robotic baby. In Child Development, students learn skills that will prepare them to raise children, among other things.
Baby boom
Story by Kamryn Jean, Opinion Editor • February 22, 2023

The bell rings. It’s time to take a seat and turn the focus away from cellphones and conversations to Mrs.Oldham.  She’s ready to teach. It’s her passion. It’s...

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Texas High students set up a fashion design exhibit in the library. They repurposed newspapers to create amazing outfits.
From drab to fab
Story by Liberty Maldonado, News/Feature Editor • February 15, 2023

The actions of snipping scissors, whirring of sewing machines and decisions of fabrics fill Room 52 as students learn about, not only fashion and how to accessorize, but also...

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Junior Landon Smith cuts greens. Culinary doesnt only teach students to cook, but also teaches them valuable techniques and skills to be used in the kitchen.
What's cooking?
Story by Oviya Justin, Staff Writer • February 9, 2023

The sounds of clanging pots and pans reverberates off the walls. The ever-changing scent of various spices and dishes wafts through the doors. In Room 64 in the culinary department...

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Senior embraces her Indian culture
Senior embraces her Indian culture
Story by Nashita Kalam, News/Feature Co-Editor • February 1, 2023

How has growing up in America affected your perception of your culture? I would honestly say that it hasn’t affected me much. My parents always made it a priority...

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Forensic Science teacher Kelly Rowland holds up her campaign sign from when she ran for coroner. Rowland was elected the Miller County Coroner.
A new position
Story by Zoe Rushing, Print Editor • February 1, 2023

In Room 210, forensics teacher Kelly Rowland prepares for her morning class as she moves through the slides for her lesson. As the students flood the room, she approaches...

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