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The School Newspaper of Texas High School

Tiger Times

The School Newspaper of Texas High School

Tiger Times

Some of the most recognizable careers don’t require a college degree at all. In fact, students do not need to get a college degree in order to have a profitable career that also makes them happy.

Dreaming beyond the degree

Story by Cate Rounds, editor in chief April 5, 2021

One of the most common questions adults ask children is, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Despite being only a few years into their lives, these kids seem to have very clear visions of their...

Making the trade

Making the trade

Story by Peyton Sims, editor in chief March 3, 2021
“I took [aircraft technology] because I wanted to learn about planes and their engines, and how to kill them and take them apart. I knew somebody that was a mechanic, which inspired me to want to do it too. I think Texas High School should promote these trade classes more than they do because sometimes, not many people join this class because they don’t know about it.”- Moises Ramirez, 11
A student in wood shop works on a project in class. Students in courses that prepare them for a trade are given many opportunities that can benefit them in the job field.

Blue collar stigma in a white collar society

Story by Bailey Hawkins, staff writer November 1, 2019

Some students confide in their teachers that the easiest way for them to learn is through hands-on activities; whether that be working on a car engine, electrical circuits, hairstyling or even building...

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