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Dowd earns the crown
Dowd earns the crown
Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer • February 3, 2025

  The Texarkana Convention Center came alive on Sunday, Feb. 2 as freshman Olivia Dowd earned the title of Miss Lake O’ The Pines Teen at the Miss Texarkana...

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More than 1.2 million Texas teens report having mental, behavioral, or developmental problems (MEDBP); this startling number represents over 20% of Texan youth. The need for school counselors is vital to the overall well-being of students across the nation, as it’s estimated that the signs of mental health depletion manifest around the age of 14 in many teenagers.
Appreciating aid
Story by Lauren Richey and Kunan Anjum February 3, 2025

The soft hum of white noise fills the silent and peaceful room as you immerse yourself in the counselor’s office’s calming environment. The faint scent of lavender lingers...

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Freshman Nirav Neupane smiles as he shakes Congressman Nathaniel Moran's hand. On Thursday, Jan. 30, Neupane was recognized for winning the Congressional App Award.
App your service
Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer • January 30, 2025

On the morning of Jan. 30, students, staff and members of the Texarkana ISD community gathered in the foyer of the Sullivan Performing Arts Center to celebrate the achievement...

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Olivia Coleman helps a student work the teleprompter for the Tigervision show. Coleman returned to Texas High School as a teaching assistant in the Tigervision program, helping adviser and teacher, Charles Aldridge, with audio and video production classes.
Back in action
Story by Natalie Debenport, staff writer • January 22, 2025

The sounds of keyboards click as working students complete preparations for the upcoming Tigervision show. After graduating in 2020, Olivia Coleman worked in television...

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Taylor’s deep passion for teaching stems from her unwavering commitment to advocate for her students, especially those who seem suppressed, overlooked and excluded, ensuring they obtain a voice.
Balance of aspiration and duty
Story by Jillian Tyler, staff writer • January 15, 2025

The classroom door creaks open as the bell rings. Malorie Taylor hurries in, mind racing between grad school and teaching. Yet, no matter how hectic her life gets, she always...

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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
Story by Leighton Kelems, staff writer • December 5, 2024

Students aspiring to improve the world through healthcare recently discovered the passion Kamryn Hamilton brings to Texas High's Health Science Education Program. Though new...

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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
Story by Palin Nichols, staff writer • December 4, 2024

Eyes glow, teeth show and children of all different backgrounds and ages gather along the sidewalk of Target in Texarkana as police and fire department vehicles roll into...

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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
Story by Rece Beaird, staff writer • December 2, 2024

Dr. Jacquelyn Smith, who previously worked at Nash Elementary and Kilpatrick Elementary, now brings her extensive experience to her role as assistant principal at Texas High....

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Model UN President, Hudson Reed, brands documents in preparation for an upcoming trip. On Nov. 7, 2024, Model UN departed from Texas High to a conference in Houston Texas.
Uniting for a cause
Story by Kendyl Franklin, staff writer • November 11, 2024

Throughout the school year so far, the Model United Nations club organized multiple fundraisers this year to raise money for upcoming trips, while also allowing members to...

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Ryan Forbes coaches player during practice. Forbes, a new history teacher and football coach at Texas high, who transferred here from his previous coaching position, has coached previously for a while now.
Dual role, double impact
Story by Jillian Tyler, staff writer • October 16, 2024

Amongst the sea of cheering and barking plays, offensive coach Ryan Forbes stays calm throughout the game. Forbes, a new history teacher and football coach at Texas high,...

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A need for speed
Story by Zyon Trotter, staff writer • September 30, 2024

Students’ conversations are slowly transitioning to the topic of growing up and getting their permits and hardship licenses. With sophomores turning 15 and 16, driving...

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On Aug. 1, 2024 computer science teacher Mark Ahrens is honored for his achievement as Secondary Region 8 teacher of the year at the annual TISD Convocation in the Sullivan Performing Arts Center. Ahrens moved up to compete at the state level for teacher of the year.
Ahrens strives for greater
Story by Zyon Trotter, staff writer • September 6, 2024

Mark Ahrens, who previously got nominated Region 8 Teacher of the Year, decides to compete for the state to make a greater impact on as many people as possible.  Ahrens...

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On Thursday, August 22, 2024, Settling into the new culture, Assistant principal Theresa Knight-Allen types on her computer. Knight-Allen transitioned from Westlawn Elementary to Texas High School, taking the science department and other avenues under her wing.
Take it up a notch
Story by Kunan Anjum, editor-in-chief • August 22, 2024

Theresa Knight-Allen is one of the new assistant principals at Texas High managing community outreach, attendance, make-up hours, and the science department. Before working...

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A compilation of different Islamic objects is shown. Muslims around the world observe the month of Ramadan from March 11 to April 9.
No, not even water
Story by Nashita Kalam, Editor-in-Chief • April 9, 2024

The alarm goes off at a time where the rest of the neighborhood sleeps, but one house is wide awake. Inside that house, a family gathers at a table with breakfast as they...

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Junior Justin Gentry emerges from a hidden passage in Texas High's production of "Murder on the Orient Express." Gentry has acted in many of Texas high's productions throughout his high school career. (submitted photo)
Texas High today, Broadway tomorrow
Story by Kateleigh Crowson, Staff Writer • March 25, 2024

The lights go down. The auditorium falls quiet. When the spotlight turns on, junior Justin Gentry’s face appears as he takes the stage for yet another production.  Gentry...

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