By Monika Garcia After a great swim season this past 2021-2022 year, many swim team members are excited to start the next season off fresh with captain (and incoming senior) Alina Nguyen. “My hopes for next year as captain is that to see the team grow even more,” said Nguyen. As other leaders know, being…
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Meaningful Maroon
As reported by Monika Garcia Madison gathered to show their support for the community of Uvalde, where a deranged gunman opened fire on Robb Elementary School, ending the lives of 19 young children, along with 2 teachers, and many wounded several. In memory of the many who lost their lives, many Maverick students, teachers,…
Some Enchanted Evening
After a two-year hiatus, the Prom has returned. The class of 2022 and others celebrated the evening at the Westin San Antonio North hotel. Among the bright colors, fancy format wear, and music, were plenty of smiles and happiness. Coming back strong from a break during the global pandemic, the prom was…
Budding Buddies
By Erin Rabel The Guild Dogs for the Blind (GDB) puppy club here at Madison is gaining many new puppy members. Puppies have been coming in waves joining the James Madison GDB puppy club. Since March 29th, the Madison puppy pack has grown by 11 more pups. That isn’t all though; there are still more…
Kitties Need a Home
Two little kittens were found under a car by Senior Mikaya Garcia early Wednesday near Madison. This homeless duo needs permanent shelter. Attached is a video of Daisy Mae giving some love to the two kittens, currently known as “Dolly” and “Maverick”. If you are interested please contact Mr. Otley at rotley@neisd.net Daisy Mae with…
Making a Grand Exit
By Monika Garcia In only a few weeks, the class of 2022 will be walking the stage and receiving their diplomas. With the last two years being different than usual, many seniors are excited they are almost done. During the lunch periods of April 13th, 2022, seniors lined up in front of the school to…
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Ready, Set, Go!
By David Garcia Run, jump and hurdle your way to the stadiums because track season is underway. The Track runners started practicing for the 2022 track season back in January and the comp season started on Thursday, February 17 at the South West High School Joe Marsh Dragon Relays . Our track team opened the…
Black History and Future
By Mikayla Garcia Black History Month originally started on January 2nd 1970-February 28, 1970. This year it starts on February 1st-February 28th. It is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in US history. Senior students Aubrey Palmer and Angela Elias are currently in the process…
Stock Show Drives Into Town
By Erin Rabel The stock show and rodeo are a huge deal to the people in the city of San Antonio. There are FFA livestock shows, concerts, and a carnival. The events last for over two weeks and the days are jam-packed with things to do. The biggest and most well-known part of this event…