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Tiger Times

Annie Smith

Annie Smith, visual journalist

Annie Smith is a junior and a second-year returning staff photographer for THS Publications. Smith is involved in Rosebuds Junior Garden Club as a social media chair, as well as a member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll. Her favorite TV show is “Jane the Virgin” and her all time favorite movie is “Coraline”. She loves to read fantasy genre books and relax with pet cat Sheldon. She is so excited to see what this year brings both in school and out! 

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After no students or staff showed at the annual See You At The Pole Event on Sept. 25, 2024, members of the LIGHT Club and other students gathered at the flagpole in front of Texas High School on Oct. 9, 2024 to pray for their fellow students, teachers and their community.

[Photo] Being the Light

Story by Catie Loomis, sports editor
October 9, 2024
Senior Bella Grace looks back at her friends in amazement at the fireworks show. On Sept. 26, 2024, Texas High held their annual presentation of court ceremony and pep rally at Tiger Stadium at Grim Park.

[Photo] Commemorating court

Story by Kunan Anjum, editor-in-chief
September 26, 2024
Sophomore Alexia Burton accepts her initiation rose as an incoming member of the Rosebuds Junior Garden Club. At the initiation dinner, held in the THS cafeteria, new and existing members discussed the club's plans and goals for the upcoming school year on Sept. 16, 2024.

[Photo] New buds

Story by Haley Waddell, staff writer
September 18, 2024
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.

[Photo] Ahrens strives for greater

Story by Zyon Trotter, staff writer
September 6, 2024
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[Photo] Shining a light on leadership

Story by Kunan Anjum, editor-in-chief
August 1, 2024
Students gather around the table as the speaker stands, giving his words of wisdom and corrective criticism to the participants of the conference. 

[Photo] Advice from an expert

Story by Kunan Anjum, Staff Writer
May 13, 2024
Sophomore Roman Wyatt passes the baton to his teammate during a relay race. Wyatt is recognized as an outstanding athlete by his coaches.

Face of the game- Roman Wyatt

Story by Annie Smith, Staff Writer
March 25, 2024
Candy makers produce eight billion conversation hearts for lovers and sweethearts each year. However, some may consider this tradition pointless and a waste.

Valentines Schmalentines

Story by Annie Smith, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024
Max Likins holds the District 15-5A championship trophy while posing with other members of the boys Tigershark team. Likins and twenty-one other members of the boys and girls team qualified for the regional swim meet New Canney, Texas on Feb. 9 and 10, 2024.

Tigershark boys win district meet

Story by Annie Smith, Staff Writer
February 1, 2024
Senior Ella Graham holds the wrist of another student at their self defense meeting on Jan. 8, 2024. The Rosebuds learned several ways to defend themselves.

Defending the Rosebuds

Story by Annie Smith, Staff Writer
January 11, 2024
A student waves a Texas flag in front of the annual bonfire. the bonfire was a tradition until 2021, and has not been done since then.

Outdated Traditions at Texas High

Story by Annie Smith, Staff Writer
January 9, 2024
Christmas music and decoration line the walls and ceiling of hallway six as part of the inaugural hallway decorating contest at Texas High school. Teacher of hallway six won the contest with their craftyness and ability to bring music to the hallway during the school day.

Crafty Christmas

Story by Annie Smith, Staff Writer
December 20, 2023
New head basketball coach, Eric Cross, coaches senior Vonderrick Perkins during practice on Nov. 14, 2023. Cross took over the basketball program starting in the 2023-2024 school year.

Q&A with Eric Cross

Story by Annie Smith, staff writer
November 20, 2023
Seniors throw caps and gowns into the air after their senior skit. The seniors performed to several songs in tradition with the first playoff game pep rally.

[Photo] Annual bacon fry held at Tiger Stadium

Story by Haley Waddell, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
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