Chiodos’ Iluminaudio shines with new vocalist
January 24, 2011 • Blaine Piering
Filed under Entertainment
So, this is a bit late and I must admit it’s my fault this little gem slipped under my radar. The latest release by Chiodos labeled “Illuminaudio” is their first release since they let go of their lead vocalist Craig Owens (now doing his own project) for Brandon Bolmer (previously of Yesterdays... Read more »
Garland Stampede tears up the ice
January 24, 2011 • Nicole Ngo
Filed under Sports
As they ram their opponents into the glass, Garland Stampede hockey team tears up the ice. This hockey season Stampede is 6-5 and “doing better as the year goes by,” Senior Sean Gleaves (#39) said. Many of the team members have been playing hockey since they were kids and are quite dedicated to the... Read more »
RHS plans move to semester schedule
January 18, 2011 • Eunique Jones
Filed under News, Top Stories
Beginning in the 2011 school year, students and teachers must adjust to a seven period day with only two semesters. From its opening in1996, RHS has been one of the two GISD high schools following the trimester schedule. This allows students an opportunity to graduate early and take additional electives. This... Read more »
GHS Owls fly over Varsity Eagles
January 13, 2011
Filed under Sports
In a close game against the Garland Owls, the Eagles came close to pulling away with a victory. In the first half of the game, the Eagles outscored the Owls and led 34-32 into the half. While the Eagles still had a good grip on the Owls for most of the third quarter, the Owls pulled away and outscored... Read more »
SRDs make the half time cut
January 13, 2011 • Eunique Jones
Filed under News, Sports
From Eagle pep rallies to the Jumbotron, the RHS Eagles Silver Rhythm Dancers were one of the two GISD schools invited to perform at the Super Bowl half time show with the Black Eyes Peas. “The owner of American Dance & Drill team, Joyce Pennington, called and told me we were selected to perform... Read more »
Senior sets sights on internationals
January 7, 2011 • Sarahi Farr
Filed under News
With the first round of DECA competitions around the corner, DECA President Cameron Sharman finds himself studying in his spare time, more than fellow neighbors. The first part of testing will be online in the RHS library Jan. 19 at 8:15 a.m.. The second part is Jan. 22 at Frisco Lonestar High School.... Read more »
Freedom from the Eyes of a Holocaust Survivor
January 6, 2011
Filed under Features
Students and staff crammed into the RHS library to welcome Holocaust survivor Michael Jacobs. “This is something you’re going to experience that your children won’t.” RHS Librarian Karen Sowers said. As Mike walked without lifting his feet to the... Read more »
Senior Leaders double Toys for Tots drive
January 4, 2011 • Nicole Ngo
Filed under News
As the toys accumulated in the hallway and a festive feeling filled the air, the Senior Leaders and sponsors collected hundreds of toys for the Toys for Tots Foundation. “I myself use to be a Marine and Toys for Tots is sponsored by the Marines,” sponsor Mr. Thomas Seaberry said. “I... Read more »
Freshman aspires to attend arts magnet
January 4, 2011 • Madi Sparks
Filed under Features
Freshman Kaitlyn McCoy has always had a strong passion for art and is hoping to take that passion to an art magnet school, like Booker T. Washington Art Magnet. “Grades are a major requirement. Students have to have high passing grades,” McCoy said. “In addition to grades, students... Read more »
Average teen drinks seven sodas a day
January 4, 2011 • Rebecca Wells
Filed under Features, News
Sixteen year old Breanna Wells drinks one soda every day and doesn’t worry about her health because she does strenuous exercises every day. “I usually drink one or two sodas daily, like at lunch or dinner,” Wells said. “I guess it just gives me energy for the whole day.” The... Read more »
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