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Congress State
Congress State
February 19, 2026

Amarillo Debate team's senior, Hayden Brilhart received first place in the UIL Congress State Competition in Austin on Jan. 8, 2026. “When I came into debate, I wanted to win. Now, I want to celebrate...

Class Favorites
Class Favorites
February 18, 2026

The neon lights flash as music blares into a cacophony of sound. Suddenly, the music quiets to a stop. Two microphones squeal as the crowd silences. The students will soon find out who won class favorite.  On...

Coach Watkins outside his door after the announcement of Teacher of the year.
Teacher of the Year
February 4, 2026

While students walked through the hallways, navigating and going through the start of the second semester, a miniature celebration took place in room 104. With balloons and a cookie cake, the Teacher of...

Walk For Peace
Walk For Peace
January 29, 2026

Buddhist Monks continue their Walk for Peace from Fort Worth, Texas toward Washington D.C. in 2026. The group of around 19 monks and their rescue dog, Aloka, walk to promote world peace in hope of sharing...

Goal Setting for the Second Semester
Goal Setting for the Second Semester
February 19, 2026

With the traditional New Year's resolutions most likely already broken, it is not too late to reset and create goals to help get through the second semester of school. Start by making a checklist full...

Class Favorites
Class Favorites
February 18, 2026

The neon lights flash as music blares into a cacophony of sound. Suddenly, the music quiets to a stop. Two microphones squeal as the crowd silences. The students will soon find out who won class favorite.  On...

Second Semester Testing
Second Semester Testing
February 12, 2026

Coming back to the second semester after a fun fall and winter break can feel overwhelming. The second semester corresponds with focusing on upcoming SATs, TSIs, STARR tests and AP tests. With workloads...

Behind the Scenes: Athletic Trainers
Behind the Scenes: Athletic Trainers
January 29, 2026

On the sidelines of the field and the bench of the court, athletic trainers keep a watchful eye on each and every athlete who throws themselves into their sport. Whether it is a broken bone or a small...

Kicking Off the Season
Kicking Off the Season
February 4, 2026

The soccer season has just begun and the two teams, boys and girls, aspire to achieve new goals and push themselves farther than ever before. The girls soccer season started out well, which helped support...

Behind the Scenes: Athletic Trainers
Behind the Scenes: Athletic Trainers
January 29, 2026

On the sidelines of the field and the bench of the court, athletic trainers keep a watchful eye on each and every athlete who throws themselves into their sport. Whether it is a broken bone or a small...

Cheerleaders lead the class sections during the neon pep rally.
Pre Pep Rally: Cheerleaders
October 15, 2025

Every year, the cheerleaders put on pep rally performances before home games to get the crowd excited to cheer on their school. Stunts are thrown, cheers are called and the whole student body gets involved....

Band-Aids and Senate Bill 12
Band-Aids and Senate Bill 12
October 6, 2025

The passing of Senate Bill 12 in Texas has forced many school nurses to refuse medical service, even as simple as a Band-Aid, without signed parental consent. The bill, which was introduced due to concerns...

Behind the Scenes: Choir and Orchestra Concerts
Behind the Scenes: Choir and Orchestra Concerts
February 24, 2026

Year round, students and directors work towards putting on a performance for the community. While still having fun, choir and orchestra students alike put forth the effort to sound polished and perfect...

How To Train Your Dragon Review
How To Train Your Dragon Review
February 19, 2026

The very first How to Train Your Dragon movie released to the public on March 26, 2010. Made by the already rising Dreamworks franchise, it made approximately $494.9 million worldwide against a $165 million...

Second Semester Testing
Second Semester Testing
February 12, 2026

Coming back to the second semester after a fun fall and winter break can feel overwhelming. The second semester corresponds with focusing on upcoming SATs, TSIs, STARR tests and AP tests. With workloads...

Where to Apply for Scholarships
Where to Apply for Scholarships
February 4, 2025

The next school year will start before you know it. College costs continue to rise, so apply for scholarships as soon as possible. You can achieve the best results with these recommendations for where...