HP Bagpipe

HP Bagpipe

HP Bagpipe
Elaine Engel

Elaine Engel, Reporter

What is your dream job?

Rollercoaster engineer.

Who are your top 3 artists?

Elizabeth Nichols, Jessie Murph, and Olivia Rodrigo

What is your dream place to visit?

Iceland.

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News anchors John McGowan and Bo Brady speak to the cameras during broadcast recording session. This year the broadcasting team has changed their approach to become a more reliable local news source. "I want people and students, when they hear HP Now, to know that's where you can go to watch newscasts, highlights of games and stories that were shot by students," advisor Brandon Jackson said.

Broadcasting Team Strives to Emulate Professional Newscast

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In the Texas State Capitol, the House chamber sits empty. Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to call a fourth special session in upcoming weeks to pass school vouchers bill.

Texas House Debates Over School Voucher Bill After Record Breaking Budget Surplus

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Seniors Gage Swords and Jake Wood pose as test-takers showing the disparity between digital and paper assessments. This year, students nationwide will be taking the PSAT and SAT digitally.

Digital Standardized Testing Presents Challenges and Successes

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Bagpipers Sam Masullo, Natalie Koch, Jake Wood and Gage Swords were recognized by head coach Randy Allen. "We're always happy to be there for the community," junior Natalie Koch said. "The bagpipes have been such a significant symbol in our school, and being able to carry on the tradition in the future years is a true honor."

[Photo] Student Body Celebrates At School Year’s First Pep Rally

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Institutions are enforcing strict laws on social media app TikTok since it's become known that the app could be stealing private information. A&M University was one of the first universities to ban the use of TikTok.

Concerns Over TikTok Data Theft Leads to Government, University Bans

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Republican representative George Santos is pictured. Santos has become a controversial figure following the discovery that he has lied about various aspects of his life.

Rep. George Santos’ Lies Create Turmoil In Washington

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The kugel once it's been cooked to a golden brown. For best results, use the Manischewitz brand noodles.

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Senior Dalton Burford, senior Iris Song, senior Justine Choi, senior Zeynep Akdora, Orchestra Director Matthew Epperson and senior Ceci Coale pose for a photo. The students dressed in costumes for their annual Hauncert which is a Halloween themed performance. "The Hauncert has been a super important part of my orchestra life since sixth grade, and while I'm sad to not be able to play in it anymore, I'm hoping that the young younger grades can keep the tradition going," Choi said.

Orchestra Plays Final Hauntfest Concert

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At the Grapevine Classic sophomore Annika Ghai and freshman Camden Coale pose for Coale's father. Ghai participated in the original oratory competition. "I like debate because it helps you develop relationships and become acquainted with current events," she said.

Speech And Debate Kicks Off Season With Grapevine Classic Tournament

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