The mission of the Wylie East High School news site is to inform, educate and entertain readers. Established Jan. 13, 2011. Principal: Mrs. Tiffany Doolan; Adviser: Ms. Kimberly Creel

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The mission of the Wylie East High School news site is to inform, educate and entertain readers. Established Jan. 13, 2011. Principal: Mrs. Tiffany Doolan; Adviser: Ms. Kimberly Creel

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The mission of the Wylie East High School news site is to inform, educate and entertain readers. Established Jan. 13, 2011. Principal: Mrs. Tiffany Doolan; Adviser: Ms. Kimberly Creel

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Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter

Hey there! My name is Katie Borchetta. I am currently a senior and this is my second year being a part of this newspaper staff. I like to think that I am a very loud and annoying person, but only once you get to know me. In my free time I find myself writing, taking pictures or running errands only for the sole purpose of having a blaring concert in my car to any style of music. I love trying to spread positivity no matter what form and my goal is just to make people smile. I am always up for any type of adventure no matter what time of day, but if it's early in the morning, an iced coffee is a must. My after high school career I hope to be a journalist with lots of travelling in my job description. I am so excited for this upcoming newspaper year and I can not wait for y’all to read my work!

All content by Katie Borchetta
Girls night \\ Posing during their prom photos, a group of senior girls stand together in Adriatica Village May 8. Prom expenses are costly.

Money makes prom go round

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2021
Raise the bar \\ Girl athletes at this school work out hard in the weightroom and can complete all types of workouts. While seen as inferior, female athletes work just as hard as males do, and should be treated as such.

Tired of weighting

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
April 1, 2021
Look it up \\ The yearbook staff celebrates their recognition of being put in the 2020 Jostens Look Book. This is the 11th out of 13 yearbooks to be included in the book of excellence.

Look good on paper

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
March 31, 2021
To mask or not to mask? \\ Requiring a mask has gotten more difficult now that Texas has lifted its mandate. There are people that choose to no longer wear a mask, while others feel it is still a precaution that is necessary. The main issue at hand is people are unaware of what rules certain areas have regarding masks. While this is confusing, people need to wear a mask, where it is still mandatory, rather than fighting it.

To mask or not to mask?

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
March 29, 2021
No contact \\ Junior Ashtyn Arp cheers during the filming of the virtual pep rally. To ensure she wont miss a cheer competition, Arp chose to move to remote learning. “I’m just glad I’m still able to go to practice and take care of the job I uphold on my team,”Arp said.

[Photo] Screen season

writer: Shelby Perry, Digital Media Editor
February 10, 2021
Water you up to? \\ Junior Grace Duck provides football players with water at a game Oct. 30.  Athletic trainers have their own system of jokes.

The team behind the team

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2021
Super subs \ Walking the halls during passing periods, superintendent Dr. David Vinson and Dr. Kim Spicer, take over for the schools administrative team who were exposed to COVID-19 coronavirus the week of Nov. 30.

A positive case

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
November 25, 2020
Pregame handshakes \\ While the announcer calls out her name, senior Kiley Hicks does a handshake with her teammate Michelle Niakundi before their game against Rockwall High School Nov. 30. Varsity girls basketball is currently ranked #12 in the state. “The best part would definitely be spending my senior year leading our underclassmen and being with my best friend,” Hicks said.

And won 

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
January 21, 2021
Cheer up \\ Cheer co-captain Ashtyn Arp brings her school spirit to peform at the pep rally with her teammates. “My favorite part was just the fact that we were all together and doing what we love again,” Arp said.

[Photo] Bringing the rally to the Raider

writer: Shelby Perry, Digital Media Editor
September 25, 2020
Mask with a task \ Governor Greg Abbott’s mandate requiring face coverings seems to have no end in sight; however, masks have benefits such as allowing students to return to school and covering up those unwanted blemishes.

Hidden smile

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
October 1, 2020
Pepless rally \\ Cheerleaders perform a routine for empty bleachers while filming the pep rally two days prior to it being broadcast to students virtually. Though the  enthusiasm of the participants performance was inevitable, watching the pep rally in a classroom, on a TV screen, socially-distanced was lackluster.

[Photo] Sleep Rally

writer: Anne Stone (11), journalism student contributor
October 5, 2020
Catch me if you can \\    Running from a defender, sophomore Terrell Washington, runs the ball and gets a first down, while playing quarterback against Plano West.

Return to the Field 

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
September 30, 2020
On the run \\ During an after school football workout, senior running back Sergio Aguero, practices without pads, but with his face mask to abide by the new UIL regulations Aug. 17.

Athletes behind masks 

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
September 2, 2020
Shining on the field and on her resume

Shining on the field and on her resume

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
August 21, 2020
Doggie days \\ Elle, my 5-year-old black labrador mix, stops her playing in the backyard to take a picture with me, while in quarantine April 24. She is the life of this family. Being stuck at home has definitely made me realize her importance.

Love your Labrador 

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
April 24, 2020
Record setter \ \ Before a game, junior Akasha Davis, celebrates her accomplishment of getting 1000 points throughout her varsity career. Davis has played three years on the girls varsity basketball team. The team played Lovejoy High school Jan.11 and won 65-39.

Long story short, she’s Akasha Davis

writer: Katie Borchetta, Staff Reporter
January 17, 2020
East Side Steppers// Dancing to the music, the step team makes its debut at the camo day pep rally Oct. 14.  Everyone who is interested in dance or making rhythm is encouraged to join. Visit with Mrs. Hollie Smith in room 318 for more information.

[Photo] Step up

writer: Jazmine Garcia, Digital Editor
October 9, 2018
photo Katie 9. 26 (286)

[Photo] Tackling stereotypes

writer: Valeria Herrera, Staff Reporter
October 22, 2018
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