The sight of white smoke watched by millions of Catholics around the world streamed from the Sistine Chapel on May 8, 2025. This past Thursday, Pope Leo XIV made his way into Catholic leadership after only a few rounds of voting. Pope Leo XIV was born on September 14, 1955, in Chicago, Ill, to parents Louis Marius Prevost and Mildred Martinez. He graduated from high school at St. Mary of the Assumption...
As students caught word about the first annual Attendance Flex, excitement grew within the walls of Texas High. Students worked hard to ensure that their attendance met the requirements to attend the first annual Texas High Attendance Flex. On Friday, May 16, Texas High School held its first annual Attendance Flex at the track field. Students who missed less than two days of school this past grading...
From bandaging scraped knees to providing a listening ear during tough times, high school nurses and health aides foster a safe and nurturing environment for students. Nurses Robin Keayhey and Stephanie Ford are located in the health office in the front office of the math and science building. Keayhey started as a nurse in 2001 and acquired her degree at Texarkana College. There are a multitude...
Hundreds, even thousands, of pieces of art hang on many gallery walls at the yearly Visual Arts Scholastic Events (VASE) events. At VASE, student artwork is evaluated by four categories: understanding of art concepts, technical skill, creativity, and personal voice. On the weekend of April 26 and 27, sophomore David Morales-Simon, freshman Hollyn Gerrald and junior Elizabeth Sharp received the IV...
As students walk across the brightly lit stage with a smile, they reminisce on the hard work and dedication they put into the awards that they received. Texas High held the annual Academic Awards Assembly on Thursday, May 8, at the Sullivan Performing Arts Center. A number of different awards were given out to students, such as the Heart of a Tiger award, Top award and certification certificates. The...
Students walk around the pond, by construction, on their way to class every day. However, a recent change in the scenery occurred around this area. Now, a mother goose can be seen sitting on her eggs to keep them warm. Teachers and administrators at Texas High School even put a sign up in an attempt to keep students from bothering the geese. “About a month and a half ago, the goose laid eggs,...
Painting, sketching, and sculpting are all classified as mediums of art, with their own distinctive characteristics. As of recently many of these mediums have paved way into the Texas High art showcase, receiving praises for their eccentric qualities. On Feb. 22, 2025, art students from Texas High presented their artwork to a few judges, hoping to advance to state, yet only a select few continued...
After constant hard work and dedication, FCCLA members walk into the conference room, waiting anxiously to present weeks' worth of blood, sweat, and tears. From Feb. 6-8, 2025, Texas High’s FCCLA club traveled to Waco, Texas, to compete in the Regional Leadership Conference. Stepping onto the stage at the FCCLA Regional Leadership Conference, hundreds of members prepare to receive recognition...
The skies darken, and humidity rises as a storm with unprecedented impacts emerges. On April 4, 2025, the Bowie County, TX area experienced severe thunderstorms resulting in flash flooding, property damage and hazardous travel routes. As of April 7, 2025, Bowie County declared the events taking place on April 4 a disaster as several reports came in that revealed residents suffering major infrastructure...
With attentive eyes and upturned lips, bundles of children stare in awe, intently listening as stories of experience and encouragement unfold. Pageant queens worldwide not only display their talents and style but aim to impact society through Community Service Initiatives (CSI). From hunger and homelessness to education for all, women competing under the Miss America organization work tirelessly...
Looks of awe and admiration light up the faces of the visitors as students show off their leadership skills and represent themselves. On March 27, 2025, Leadership Day was held in the Multi-purpose building on the Texas High campus and a district-wide showcase at the Texarkana Convention Center. This day showcased how the district as a whole and the clubs on each campus use and benefit from the 7 Habits...
As they finally heard the news that they would be advancing to the next level of competition, the cast and crew of Peter and the Starcatcher found themselves elated and truly grateful. Despite the multitude of odds that this cast and crew faced over the last 13 days, they managed to pull through and earn a spot in the Bi-District One Act Play Competition. “Due to us not obtaining our cutting rights,...
The crowd of aspiring aviation students stands in awe as their gaze focuses on the lineup of retired planes, alongside the turbofan engines and motors in the gigantic, well-lit hangar. On March 13, 2025, the Texas High Tango Flight Program took a trip to the newly founded Texarkana College Aviation Maintenance Program, which recently opened its doors to aspiring aviation professionals in the fall. This...
The youth in Texarkana are the building blocks of the future. The Texarkana Youth Advisory Council (TYAC) is an organization that provides students with many opportunities to improve and influence the city. On Thursday, March 20, 2025, two Texas High School seniors were selected to be a part of this influential youth council organization. ‘It’s a small community where young people of Texarkana...
People crowd the stands as the dancers take the stage. Student council members wait anxiously for the performance to start. As the night begins, so does the music. On Saturday, March 22, the Texas High Student Council hosted their annual Dinner Theater fundraising event at Tiger Stadium. Many people from both the school and the community came out to watch and support. “I thought it was a good...
