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Music through the ages

writer: Cali Scott, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2022

$Welcoming the new kid \\ Beaming from ear to ear, Chelsea Ombadykow (center of the photo) poses for a class picture at her private school Mare de Deu del Roser in Barcelona. The school didnt have an ideal education system, and Id much rather learn in the U.S., but the city has a wonderful social system, Ombadykow said.$

Across the Chel-sea

writer: Gloria Olajimi, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2022

$Box of chocolates \\ As Valentine’s day approaches, stores prepare for a rush of people buying candies for their loved ones. Finding a gift may be difficult, but you can never go wrong with some sweets.$

Valenguides

writer: Heath Hadley, Editor in Chief
January 28, 2022

$Moon rise \\ Starting off the beginning of the show, soloist senior Tailene Morales opens the windows to allow everyone to start their work. Morales is representing the Moon Goddess in junior varsity’s show, Alone with the Moon. “When performing, it’s exciting to embody the role of the Moon Goddess for the audience and share my talents as a dancer,” Morales said.$

Captivating colorguard

writer: Jaylee Paredes, Staff Reporter
January 27, 2022

$Super star \\ Two seats were reserved for former principal Mike Williams at the dedication ceremony Jan. 4 in the new Williams Center. They have his name on the back and leather cushioning. “It made me feel proud to be a Raider and know that I have a part in continuing his legacy,” junior Mikalah Hodge said, about the ceremony.$

MVP: Most Valuable Principal

writer: Hannah Hansen, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2022

$Poms up \\ Competing at the UIL State Championship, the cheerleaders perform their routine Jan. 14. The team placed 10th in the state. “We have put more work in than years in the past, senior Gracie Tower said. We got our competition choreography in September and have been working on it ever since.$

More than a medal

writer: Cali Scott, Staff Reporter
January 27, 2022

$Mapping out the future \\ Born in Turkey, club President Mahmut Matt Yilmaz experienced discrimination for most of his life because of his fathers rejection of the countrys corrupt government. My life in Turkey ended up pushing me to seek making a better future for future generations and with the opportunity of the club, I plan to encourage the discussion of preventative measures for future social problems and promote the understanding different viewpoints from people with different backgrounds, Yilmaz said.$

From persecuted to president

writer: Gloria Olajimi, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2022

$Winning writers \\ WEHS journalism dominated the Lone Star Writing contest for the large school division. Senior Heath Hadley won first place and $125, junior Morgan Clark placed second and won $100 and freshman Maggie Volpi placed third and won $75. To be eligible for the contests, students must have a story printed in a local publication.$

Clean sweep

writer: Cali Scott, Staff Reporter
January 12, 2022

$Great pyramid \\ Working with kindergarteners from Birmingham Elementary, Kayla Robinson shows kids how to add and subtract by taking away and adding back 10 cups.$

Ready Raider Readers

writer: Jaylee Paredes, Staff Reporter
January 11, 2022

$Deserve a medal \\ Reacting to her achievements, junior Alyssa Striker receives her medal during the National Honor Society tapping.$

Tapping into greatness

writer: Braelyn Wiest, Yearbook Staff
December 3, 2021

$In that field of marigolds \\ Playing the final notes of their show, the Pride of the East performs at the Bands of American Super Regionals competition Nov. 6. “Going into the BOA Super Regional, our main goal was to just have the best run that we could possibly have since it was our last,” Band President Tailene Morales said. The golden guard flags, orange sleeves, and back screens display a bright array of marigolds to represent the last song of their show “Marigolds” by Kishi Bashi.$

Why not us

writer: Gloria Olajimi, Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2021

$Anyone’s guess \\ Students in AP Literature and Composition open letters from an unknown writer and begin to debate the mystery. Each letter had a personalized compliment, and there was one addressed to every student in the class. “Watching everyone as they read their letter, and began to smile and look around, just warmed my heart,” English Teacher Mrs. Vernon said.$

Secret Admirer

writer: Heath Hadley, Editor in Chief
November 29, 2021

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