National Merit Scholars Honored for Achievements

Staff Reports | Photo by Dreyson Doyle |

On Oct. 6, 21 students were recognized for their designations in the National Merit Scholarship Program based on their performance on last year’s PSAT/NMSQT test. These students were also recognized for their academic success on Oct. 8, on the field, at halftime of the Madison vs. Roosevelt football game.

Choir Concert To Feature Region Music

By Raquel Bevien-Cervantes | Photo by Justice Higgs

Madison High School’s choir is having a concert on Oct. 18.
The songs the choir will perform at the concert are competition music the students had learned to try out for the Region Choir.

Mavericks Wrestle Rough Riders

By Alexandra Gutierrez | Photo by JayJay Gonzalez |

With a 1-0 record in district, and a 3-3 overall record, varsity took Heroes field Oct. 8 hoping to tally up another win.

After a tough four quarters against the Roosevelt Rough Riders, varsity took the game with a score of 35-14.

OP/ED: Students, Faculty Work Together Through Rules

By Brittany Weaver | Illustration by Taylor Chapman |

A student illustrates what NOT to do as 2011-2012 brings stricter enforcement of school rules. It is a responsibility that students and faculty share, the writer states.

National Night Out Unites The Community

By Richard Hernandez | Photo by Taylor Chapman | Originally published in Oct. 7 print edition of The Advocate. Organizations, community join together to promote neighborhood awareness and unity.

Mavs Win First Game In District

Story By Richard Hernandez | Photo by JayJay Gonzalez

After enduring their worst season start since 1990, the Mavs were looking to make a statement in their first game in district.

Review: Talent Steals The Show

By Alexandra Gutierrez | Photo by James Holderman |
There was a little bit of something for everyone to enjoy, and this year, there was some talent that really stood out.

Review: Werewolf With Less Bite Abducted

By Alexandra Gutierrez

“Abduction,” released to theaters on Sept. 23, is a story based on a boy who was sent away by his father to be protected by the CIA. But after years of being raised by people he thought were his parents, he finds his picture on a missing children’s website.