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D1 Duck plans to fly north

D1 Duck plans to fly north • 501 Views

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Standing up in front of one of her health science classes, Kamryn Hamilton teaches. Previously a NICU nurse, Hamilton transitioned to teaching at Texas High in hopes of inspiring students in that career field.

From NICU to classroom • 463 Views

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LaDerrian Gray carries the ball on a rushing play at the inaugural Football Kick-Off Event on Aug. 17, 2024 at Tiger Stadium at Grim Park. The event allowed all Texarkana ISD football teams to scrimmage and also hosted events for elementary cheer and dance camps with Texas High School cheer and drill teams.

Tigers challenge Lobos for scrimmage • 265 Views

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Upon the start of the 2024-25 school year, TISD implemented a calendar change, cutting the summers of students distrcit-wide short.

There’s 104 days of summer vacation . . . oh wait • 253 Views

NEWS
Sophomore Jillian Brimm smiles during rehearsals for Choirs upcoming Christmas concert. On Dec. 12, 2024 Texas High held the annual Christmas Choir Concert at the Sullivan Preforming Arts Center.
Caroling, caroling
December 16, 2024
FILE PHOTO: Members of Rosebuds Junior Garden Club must bring hygiene products by Dec. 18. The project hopes to supply students with products they need.
Starting fresh
December 9, 2024
FILE PHOTO: Texas High School’s Texas Association of Future Educators organization plans a Toy Drive service project on Dec. 6 at the Texas A&M University of Texarkana for children that have been affected by natural disasters.
Toys for joy
November 22, 2024
Texarkana ISD Superintendent Dr. Doug Brubaker signs a structural beam for the new CTE building, alongside the TISD Board of Trustees and Texas High School Principal. On Nov. 21, 2024, Texas High allowed CTE teachers and student representatives to sign one of the structural beams for the new building in honor of the one-year mark until the building's completion.
Leaving a mark
November 21, 2024
FEATURE
Standing up in front of one of her health science classes, Kamryn Hamilton teaches. Previously a NICU nurse, Hamilton transitioned to teaching at Texas High in hopes of inspiring students in that career field.
From NICU to classroom
December 5, 2024
TISD Police Officer Bart Veal and one of his four shoppers roll through Target to the store’s toy aisle while at the Shop with a Cop & Firefighter event on Dec. 3, 2024. Veal and other first responders from around the Texarkana area helped provide children with Christmas presents.
Holiday heroes
December 4, 2024
SUBMITTED PHOTO: Dr. Jaquelyn Smith smiles after her graduation form Baylor University. After achieving two Masters degrees in Administration, Dr. Smith furthered her education and graduated with her doctorates in 2024.
Journey to the doctorate
December 2, 2024
SPORTS
Coach Toby Watson talks strategy with varsity tennis players at the John Watson Tennis courts during the match against Pleasant Grove High School earlier this year.
Beyond the baseline
December 12, 2024
Texas High Head Softball Coach Chelsea Slider grasps the head of Assistant Coach Courtney Cooper as the Lady Tiger Softball Team is one base hit away from win. After the Texas vs. Pine Tree game, the team went onto 5A Division II playoffs.
Leading with passion
December 11, 2024
Tradarian Ball exits the field for the last time in the 2024 football season as the Port Neches-Groves fans and players celebrate a turnover on downs in the last minutes of the 5A Division II playoff game on Nov. 22, 2024. Texas High led the entire game until late in the fourth quarter when PNG scored the final touchdown to win with a score of 31-28.
A season to remember
December 5, 2024
CULTURE
Texarkana's Christmas season is filled with many festive events and cherished traditions. These events highlight the warmth and our overall community spirit of our town.
Christmas in Texarkana
December 13, 2024
Sugarplums a’ dancing
Sugarplums a’ dancing
December 6, 2024
As the 2024 year comes to a close, Spotify released its "Spotify Wrapped", listing a person's top songs, artists and musical preferences.
Wrapped in music
December 4, 2024
Tarzan will show on Dec. 5, 6 and 7 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults and can be purchased at ttcths.booktix.com.
Heart and Adventure
December 3, 2024
HEADS UP: Dec. 16-21, 2024
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2024 Pop Culture recap
2024 Pop Culture recap
December 18, 2024

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OPINION
Extended breaks from school prove to be beneficial for students in many different ways.
Holiday reset
Story by Kendyl Franklin, staff writer
Started in the late 1700s, the numerical grading system has become common- place in the schools across America. That said, it is an antiquated system, often not reflecting the actual integrity of those under it.
Numbers don’t lie, or do they?
Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer
Many struggle when deciding a career path, debating between their passions and practicality.
Heart vs. head
Story by Leighton Kelems, staff writer
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