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English teacher Mallory Ogea instructs her students on an upcoming assignment. Ogea's love for English and commitment for her students’ success, while also juggling her personal life, shapes her in every adventure she takes on.

From Cajun to Classroom

Story by Palin Nichols, Sports Editor October 24, 2025

From a small town in Louisiana to the busy halls of Texas High School, Mallory Ogea feels at home in her classroom. Her love for English and commitment for her students’ success, while also juggling...

After accepting her 2025 College Football Playoff (CFP) Extra Yard Award, science teacher Yolanda George embraces one of her former students in a hug. Football coach Astin Greer took charge to ensure George received recognition for all of the work she puts in at Texas High School.

Going the Extra Yard

Story by Catie Loomis, Editor-in-Chief September 12, 2025

The air feels electric as students and faculty wait in anticipation as second period at Texas High School begins. Yolanda George shuts her classroom door, locking out any of her new freshman students to...

Teague’s dedication and deep investment in his students’ growth stand out as notable qualities of his teaching style. Watching his students walk across the stage at graduation holds substantial value for him, reminding him why he does what he does. 

Teacher Invests in Student Growth

Story by Lauren Richey, staff writer May 16, 2025

When Stephen Teague teaches his classes, students happily participate, raising their hands and engaging in class lectures. In this classroom, Teague covers the full scope of government and economics, preparing...

SUBMITTED PHOTOS: Many Texas High students and administrators consider Hamilton a hard-working, aspiring health science teacher; however, they might be unaware of her new cake business. 

Health Science Teacher Starts Cake Business

Story by Jillian Tyler, staff writer May 14, 2025

As whisks stir and cakes bake in the oven, Kamryn Hamilton composes her lesson plans for the next day. Many Texas High students and administrators consider Hamilton a hard-working, aspiring health science...

Biology teacher Christian Lewis stands as he helps freshman Max Gaylor with an assignment. Lewis began as a graduate assistant and went on to teach, earning his Master's Degree at the end of 2024.

Crackin’ Masters

Story by Temilola Ogunkolade, staff writer April 4, 2025

“The mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell.” It’s a phrase many remember from science class, where concepts of biology--like cell theory and DNA--are able to shape students’ understanding...

Monica Washington was surprised with her induction into the National Teacher Hall of Fame. She will join countless other teachers who have received this honor.

Standing in the hall of fame

Story by Gracie Tucker, Culture Editor March 31, 2023

Family, friends, past colleagues and former students filled the foyer at the Sullivan Arts Center March 27, 2023 for the induction of former Texas High School English teacher Monica Washington into the...

Senior Drew Hooper dissects a cow eye with the assistance of science teacher Amy Baker. Baker has received recognition for being an outstanding teacher, teaching numerous science-based classes.

Making TISD the place to be

Story by Anna Lee, Staff Writer January 25, 2023

Being classified as one of the bigger schools in East Texas, Texas High is known for its excellence in academics and wide variety of course options and career paths offered. However, none of this would...

Teacher Brandon Shoemaker stands onstage as he helps direct "Clue". Despite being new to the Tiger Theatre company, this English teacher is not new to the stage.

A new direction

Story by Zoe Rushing, Print Editor November 11, 2022

Performing and theater have always been a part of him, whether it was expressed through his acting or work behind the curtain. This wasn’t something he could ever let go of, and he plans to continue...

Sara Vaughn is eager to see how she can help grow Texas High publications.

Meet your new adviser

Story by Macy Maynard, Editor-In-Chief September 26, 2022

With many things going back to normal this 2023 school year at Texas High, things in room 50B look a little different for the students. With previous publications adviser Rebecca Potter leaving TISD, a...

Mayowa Onare writes his name on the white board in his classroom. Despite Onare's full name, he goes by Abraham.

Say my name

Story by Peyton Sims, editor in chief April 8, 2021

Ota Ibayomi Sugbon Oluwa Mayowa Abraham Onare. These seven words are not the mere jumbling of letters that many perceive them as. They represent a culture. They’re an identity. They’re a name. While...

Across the campus, many teachers found their passion while sitting in the same desks that their students sit in now.

From teens to teachers

Story by Stephanie Jumper, feature editor January 13, 2021

Four long, grueling years of memorizing textbooks cover to cover, navigating social settings and tirelessly clawing at the top class rank. All for a printed sheet of paper allowing young adults to move...

English teacher Jordan High poses in her new classroom. High began her teaching career this August alongside being a Radio DJ, dance teacher, an author and a mother.

Let’s begin

Story by Zoe Rushing, staff writer November 11, 2020

A teacher waits anxiously for the school bell to announce the beginning of the new day. Minutes race by as she finishes the final preparations for her classroom. As she finishes preparing, the bell rings...

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