News
Yoga Session : Brief
If you are looking for a place to relax, then attend the yoga class 8am in the cheer shack every Fri. All students are welcome to attend the session and are encouraged to come.The following are the dates of when the next sessions are being held: March 7 and 21 April 4 and 11 May […]
Basura Bash
Basura Bash was held Saturday Feb. 22 at Salado Creek Park. A group of Interact club and NHS students came together with other organizations to clean the trash that has washed up in the parks plants, trees and grass. “It was a pretty eventful day”‘ says Sarah Morales,12, ” the most interesting thing we found was […]
A Night to Remember
It’s that time of year again, prom is here. The junior class battalion will be selling tickets will be sold in the cafeteria foyer from 11:35a.m.-2:15p.m. on Mar 4-20 for $40 each and Mar 25 April 11 for $45 each.
Pizza Benefits Mac Teach Tutors
In order to raise money for Mac Teach’s scholarship program, PTSA will be selling pizza during all three lunches for two dollars a slice, Friday March 7th. All the proceeds will benefit the student tutors, most likely those going for an education major, who apply and are picked for the scholarship award. “It’s a really […]
“The Lego Movie”: This Generation’s Toy Story?
The Lego Movie rose to the top of the box office again this past weekend sitting in the number one spot for the past two weeks, since it’s opening. Even surpassing a rom-com released specifically for Valentine’s Day on the 14. The movie earned back it’s budget of $60 million within it’s first weekend of […]
Features
The Last Audition
For hours a day, 7 days a week, for 6 months all accelerating up to one performance. Make all the time, dedication, practice worth it. 5th in the state, that will have to do for Jillian Kouzel, an oboe musician, who auditioned for the All-State band last weekend. “It was amazing, I made the top orchestra, […]
In Memory of Justin “JewWario” Carmical
Obscure internet celebrities fill the Internet these days, but on January 23 the community lost one of the first and finest game reviewers, Justin Carmical. A Colorado native known better as “JewWario”, who took his own life for unknown reasons. Mr. Carmical started the You Can Play This series, where he would review and also teach […]
Boys Soccer Preview
Every morning is graced with the sight of sweating, screaming soccer players. But, this is actually only the beginning of a long road to paradise. Practices have already begun for the 2014 Boys Soccer team in preparation for the upcoming season in January. The past three years have been seen as a growing process for […]
Dj Avery Christmas Podcast!
Dj Avery Christmas Listen to these oldies to new hits in order to get into the Christmas spirit!
Sports
Girls Overcome Setback vs. Madison
The absence of starting goalie Mary Cardone, 10, presented a major hole in the girls soccer team’s defense. But, they overcame and won 4-3 vs. Madison Fri. Feb. 21. “Mary Cardone is a special girl,” Coach Erik Stolhandske said. “Playing without her, it means we have to play harder with a little more urgency in […]
Boys Tie Lee 1-1 for Tie #4
The boys’ soccer team collected their fourth loss this season 1-1 vs. Lee Tue. Feb. 18. The team currently holds the fourth place spot in district standings and will take on Madison Fri. Feb. 21. The team is currently 6-3-4 (W-L-T).
Falcone Scores 2 as Girls Trounce Lee
The tenth win for the girls’ soccer team came against Lee Tue. Feb. 18. The toppling 4-0 victory marks the seventh shutout for the team this year. Their next game will be against Madison Fri. Feb. 21. Girls soccer is now 10-3-1 (W-L-T) and ranks third in district standings.
Boys Hand RRHS First District Loss
A 2-0 victory for the boys soccer team Fri. Feb. 14 resulted in Reagan’s first district loss since 2010. The known rivalry between the schools made for a very exciting match on the field. After a scoreless first half, Ricardo Flores, 12, broke away from defenders and scored. The next goal was credited to Kye […]
Boys Claim First District Victory
Now claiming a 1-1-1 (W-L-T) record in 26-5A district play, the boys soccer team defeated Roosevelt 2-0 last night. Their next game will be Friday, Feb. 14 vs. Reagan.
Entertainment
Spring Fashion Trends
With the cold weather finally moving out, the fresh Spring air is moving in. Here are some of the hottest growing trends for the new season. Braids, braids, braids. This Spring braids will be the hair trend of the season. Whether it’s wrapped around the top of your head or straight down the back, you […]
About Last Night
The adventure that brought me to this movie began with Endless Love and Frozen being sold out leaving my friend and I to see About Last Night. Despite being my third choice of movie it was worth the $10 to see it. The movie follows Four thirty somethings in the pursuit for love. Although it sounds […]
Anything But Childish: The Gambino Review
Donald Glover’s rap persona Childish Gambino has recently released his second album, because the internet. The 19 track album features accompaniments by Chance the Rapper and Azaelia Banks, but the best feature of the two disc album has to be the included script Gambino wrote, located at becausetheinter.net. The script illustrates Gambino’s year as his character, The […]
Beat the Heat in Style; Spring Fashion
With the weather getting warmer the appropriate outfit of the day is no longer cute sweaters and fashionable boots. With a new season comes all new factors to consider before picking the perfect outfit of the day. Now that Spring is looming, with it comes the hotter temperatures and a new season of styles. The […]
Blogs
Offbeat Bites: Brownie Cookies
Chef’s note: Thick, chewy, and chocolatey, these brownie cookies are sure to satisfy any chocolate cravings. The perfect hybrid of brownies and cookies; as decadent as a brownie but manageable like a cookie. They’re also a change of pace from the usual sugary holiday treats, and are a surefire way to delight friends. This recipe […]
Offbeat Bites: Spice Cake
Chef’s note: Molasses and brown sugar give this cake a denser, richer flavor, while the spices warm you up. The cake gives off a pleasant aroma and when baking fills your house with the fragrances of fall. It’s easy to make, and sure to please all. The spices can be played around with, too, depending on […]
Offbeat Bites: Strawberry Cream Crepes
Chef’s Note: Crepes are the European version of our American pancakes. They’re thinner and more buttery than classic American pancakes, making them the perfect medium for a variety of fillings. Filled with a sweet, pink fruity filling such as strawberry cream, crepes are a great romantic brunch for two. Crepes are typically made in a […]
Offbeat Bites: Kale and Farro Soup
Chef’s Note: This dish actually has 4 main components: the kale soup, the farro, the poached egg, and the crostini, each of them coming together in a balanced meal. The egg adds a certain richness to the soup, the kale lends flavor to the broth, the farro gives a chewy texture, and the crostini finishes […]
Awkward Cedar Fever
Cedar has once again arrived and made quite the appearance, bestowing sore throats and lung-shattering coughs to all the people fortunate enough to come in contact with it. While allergy season reaches it’s peak, it brings along the burdens, for people who are a little less socially suave, of having to deal with all of […]
Opinion
A Happy Valentine’s Day to Every Couple
With the controversy in the Olympics at Russia and the recent court ruling for gay marriage in San Antonio, gay couples are still fighting for their right to marry. So this Valentine’s I send my best wishes to any couple, whatever gender you are. (2/14/14) (Click Image to Enlarge)
Burned by the Texas Cold
Texas’ recent freeze has been mocked by the people up north, lest we forget how the Dakotas shut down schools when temperatures hit the high 80s. Stay warm, friends! (1/28/14) (Click Image to Enlarge)
And We’re Back!
Glad you all survived the first week back at school! Hope you had a good break, now on to the next semester! (1/10/14) (Click Image to Enlarge)
Black Friday Nightmares
By Calli Fors Black Friday is a huge annual event in the United States; On this day, many Americans rush to the stores for their cheap deals on items, but every year, there have been injuries caused by the mass crowds. Because of this, stores should strongly consider arranging new ways to prevent injuries […]
Recent Articles
Dodgeball Tournament for Uganda
To raise funds for a mission trip, a dodgeball tournament will be held in the big gym. “I’m going on a mission trip to Uganda during Spring Break with a few other students,” Gracie Wood, 12, said. Gracie Wood , 12, Claire Schaper, 12, and Gaby Rice, 12, decided to host a dodgeball tournament to raise funds after […]
One-Act now in Session
With the cast list recently posted and the rehearsals set, theatre begins preparations for One-Act; the UIL contest where each school in the district competes to get their play to advance. The contest is March 29, MacArthur will perform at 10 a.m. with the show Iphigenia. March 21 there will be a clinic for each […]
Cheer Comes Back Finalist
All the blood, sweat, and tears were all worth it for the JV and varsity cheer teams. After months of practice and hard work, including local competitions, the cheerleaders brought it all to the UCA mats in Orlando,Fl. On Thursday the 6 the cheerleaders left during 3rd period and headed off to cheer finals.On Saturday […]