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With the help of a mirror, junior Zainab Shah applies makeup while sophomores Era Johnson and Ava Robertson look on. Shah argues modern-day beauty standards are unattainable and feel it’s important to look beyond surface-level beauty. “A healthier way to feel beautiful is to recognize yourself as an individual and all your unique physical characteristics,” Shah said.

[Photo] Getting Past Pretty

Mila Segal, Reporter
May 5, 2022
Recent attention has been called to the books lining the shelves of school libraries. Complaints from parents about books in these libraries have risen this year.

[Photo] Line Of Fire

Elise Laharia, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
Pictured is the main sanctuary in Christ the King Catholic Church. In recent years, the number of young people participating in church services has dwindled.

[Photo] Losing My Religion

Ellie Levy, Reporter
May 5, 2022
In front of a whiteboard full of math equations, freshman Zoe Schemmel casts a troubled look. Research has shown a significant portion of the student population struggles with math anxiety. "My brain is just naturally on the more creative side and logical stuff sometimes stresses me out," Schemmel said.

[Photo] Exponentially Anxious

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
As she lies among magazine cut outs, freshman Emma Lopez shields her face from the camera. Teens have long argued the media is notorious for creating a distorted presentation of their lives. "I think it depends on the movie [or show], but generally I think it's a stereotypical portrayals of teens. [They're] not always true," Lopez said.

[Photo] Teenage Dream

Ellie Cooper, Reporter
May 5, 2022
With the help of a mirror, junior Zainab Shah applies makeup while sophomores Era Johnson and Ava Robertson look on. Shah argues modern-day beauty standards are unattainable and feel it’s important to look beyond surface-level beauty. “A healthier way to feel beautiful is to recognize yourself as an individual and all your unique physical characteristics,” Shah said.

In preparation for an upcoming production, theater teacher Tyler Perring strategizes with Theater 2 students sophomores Nola Carroll, Mckinley Meece, Tucker Mattison, Clara Schwartzendruber, Nelle Blaylock and Laci Rosen, who sport various props from the closet. Perring initially had low hopes for the task force because it included only two teachers, but after the addition of more teachers he’s open to changing his mind. “If they actually listen to the teachers on the task force, it can have a great effect,” Perring said. “But if history says anything I don't imagine it will affect much.”

[Photo] New Task Force Hopes To Address Teacher Vacancies

Ellie Levy, Reporter
May 5, 2022
At the first gymnastics district meet, junior Olivia Adams competes on the beam. The team went on to compete at regionals and state. “It was such a fun opportunity to compete and be there with the team,” Adams said.

[Photo] Girls Varsity Gymnastics Competes At States

Isabella Navarro, Sports Editor
April 21, 2022
After being accepted into The College of William and Mary, senior Kate Hamilton poses in a school sweatshirt. Hamilton chose to go the traditional route and submit her test scores when applying. "I chose to submit my test scores because I felt they reflected me well as a student and aided my applications," she said.

[Photo] Seniors Take Advantage Of Test Optional Policies

Zoie Carlile, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
On the cover of “Crying in H Mart," noodles hang from two pairs of chopsticks. Food serves as a symbol of the Korean culture connecting the author, singer Michelle Zauner, and her late mother in the memoir that tells the story of how she adjusted to her mother's cancer diagnosis.

[Photo] Review: “Crying in H Mart” Tells Beautiful Story Of Loss

Juliana Stimac, Reporter
May 5, 2022
At the Shell gas station in Snider Plaza, sophomore Linda Chen fills up her car with gas. The price increase made Chen reconsider her actions. “I usually drive my friend back from school, but now it is a lot more expensive, so should I really be doing that?” Chen said.

[Photo] U.S. Sanctions On Russian Oil Increase Gas Prices

Mila Segal, Reporter
April 21, 2022
Sunlight reflects off of the windows of the building housing Park House. This side of the building overlooks the grounds of the Dallas Country Club.

[Photo] Review: Park House Membership Worth It

August Lazzaro, Reporter
April 21, 2022
Condensation beads on the Scottie Joe's drink Scottie Palmer. The drink is a twist on the classic Arnold Palmer: a combination of lemonade and iced tea, but the iced tea is peach flavored.

[Photo] Review: Scottie Joe’s Brews Up Delicious Beverages

Alex Justine, Reporter
April 20, 2022
During the varsity softball game, Reese Singleton steps up to bat. The team won against Lakeview Centennial after making a comeback during the bottom of the third inning. "It's a little nerve-wracking because anything can happen and the game can just switch at any moment, but I feel like we kept building on every inning and it was very exciting," Singleton said.

[Photo] Varsity Softball Defeats Lakeview Centennial 9-14

Ellie Levy, Reporter
March 10, 2022
In preparation for the state championship, senior Jack Jiang and freshman Anna Qian study a packet of math problems. Because there was more pressure with this competition, the team studied more than they normally do. “Usually for the regular scrimmages, we go over data from [the packet] for an hour and then leave, but for state we do this for a whole week and focus on things such as studying,” Jiang said.

[Photo] Academic Decathlon Team Wins State Championship

Libby Howell, Reporter
March 10, 2022
During fourth period French class, Bob Adams talks to students at the beginning of class. Adams has been subbing since the beginning of January and will continue to do so until a permanent French teacher is hired. "I think that being a sub is hard work, especially as a long term sub, but with dedication I’ve grown to love it," Adams said.

[Photo] Surge In Coronavirus Cases Leads To Demand For Substitutes

Ellie Cooper, Reporter
March 2, 2022
Lit Fest speaker David Schechter plays a video during his presentation. Schechter spoke to the class about how to write in both an informative and entertaining way.

[Photo] Review: Literary Festival Hosts Speakers For Workshop Event

Lucy Gomez and Jeneta Nwosu, Editors-in-Chief
March 1, 2022
A plaque marks the entrance to the boys soccer locker room. As of Jan. 18, transgender girls would have to compete as the gender they were assigned at birth because of House Bill 25.

[Photo] Opinion: New Law Harmful To Transgender Student Athletes

Ellie Levy, Reporter
February 17, 2022
Freshman Caroline Scott dribbles the ball to the goal in an attempt to get a shot in. Scott feels that playing away games help challenge the team and allow them to step out of their comfort zone. "I like playing Hockaday because they have normal grass fields, rather than a stadium with turf, so it is fun and exciting to play in a different type of environment," Scott said.

[Photo] Girls JV Gold Soccer Goes Up Against Hockaday JV Team

Juliana Stimac, Reporter
February 9, 2022
Beofre the game, coach Aaron McGough talks to the players about strategies to win the game. Winning this game would allow the team to go to district. "Strategy wise we try to keep the ball, keep possession as much as we can," she said.

[Photo] Varsity Girls Soccer Heads To District After Win

Isabella Navarro, Sports Editor
January 31, 2022
Soft marshmallows sprawl across a slice of mashed sweet potato casserole. The sweetness of the marshmallows combined with the caramelized sweet potato to make a dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

[Photo] Sam’s Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole

Sam Anderson, Photographer
December 10, 2021
In the hall, seniors Camp Wagner and Elise Needleman pose for the camera. The pair dressed up for career day. "I thought it was really fun to dress up and see how good other people's costumes were," Needleman said.

[Photo] Seniors Dress Up For Homecoming Week

Sam Anderson, Photographer
November 10, 2021
Seniors Blake Beavens, Will Sherwood and Luke Rossley pose for a photo on character day. In anticipation for the dance on Saturday, seniors dress up in costumes according to different themes, which was also decided by STUCO. "I dressed as a Hawaii tourist because I thought it would be funny," Rossley said.

[Photo] Student Council Prepares For Homecoming

Mila Segal, Reporter
October 22, 2021
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