Bulls eye: Faculty, students enjoy darts competition as way to relax, meet new people
Published on Thursday, March 30, 2017 by Madison Little
Consistency, accuracy, precision are all characteristics associated with athletes and the sports they participate, but most people overlook darts as a competition because it’s seen mostly as a hobby where people just joke around. While many people are unaware of the sport itself, its unique requirements make the game challenging while providing the opportunity for competitors to be highly competitive and pursue championships matches across the country. School provided a way for biology teacher Hayley Ask, algebra teacher Paul Ruiz, and senior Sarah Payan to find the sport of darts.
Categories: Features | Tags: darts, Faculty Spotlight, main, Student Spotlight, volume 46
Man’s best friend: Movie provides insight to owner, pet relationship
Published on Wednesday, March 22, 2017 by Anna Beth Mayerhoff
Dogs tend to hold a special place in the hearts of people. When a movie about dogs comes out, naturally, audiences flock to the box office. A Dog’s Purpose is an emotional rollercoaster of a movie. From happy to sad to angry to horrified, A Dog’s Purpose takes audiences through just about every emotion possible. Viewers laugh one second, then try to hide their tears the next.
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Through the wardrobe: Fantastical series provides adventure, moral message, universal truths
Published on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 by Sophia Stone
From the glistening eastern sea, to the great western woods, to the radiant southern sun, to the clear northern sky, lies the magnificent land of Narnia. Filled with talking beasts, fawns, satyrs, and more, this magical land provides a safe haven for readers of all ages; all under the careful watch of the mighty lion, Aslan.
Categories: Entertainment | Tags: main, Movie, review, volume 46
Senior yearbook ads due by Friday, March 24
Published on Monday, March 20, 2017 by The Norseman Staff
Senior ads can be purchased for the 2017 yearbook now. The deadline to order is Friday, March 24. You can download the form below. Pictures can be sent digitally. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Dominy at rebecca.dominy@bryanisd.org or by phone at 979-209-2580. She will be out of the office on Wednesday. Form
When keeping secrets creates monsters
Published on Monday, March 20, 2017 by Lucy Raleigh
When I started middle school, everything was new and crazy.
I wasn’t too worried about school, after all, I had just left the fifth grade and none of my classes were difficult.
It wasn’t until the end of seventh grade that I began experiencing feelings of depression.
Crossing over: New workout program benefits athlete stamina, strength
Published on Monday, March 20, 2017 by Kaywin McCall
What do you think of when you hear the word, “Crossfit”? Do you think, “that sounds hard” or “those people are crazy”, or “you’ll get hurt doing Crossfit”? What if I were to tell you those are all true. It is hard, most crossfitters are crazy for challenging their bodies and for pushing themselves to the absolute max, and there is a chance of getting hurt if you don’t take the time to learn proper form and body mechanics. Crossfit consists of constantly varied movements performed at a high intensity level. All crossfit workouts are based on a mixture of weightlifting, gymnastics, running, rowing, and more. Crossfit is for every age group, and all workouts can be modified to fit any fitness level or disability. Crossfit can also be extremely beneficial to any high school athlete looking for the edge on their opponent.
Categories: Opinions | Tags: crossfit, main, powerlifting, volume 46, weights
Building on the future: Architectural design students advance to state level competition
Published on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 by Gail Finch
Architectural design students, sophomore Jose Torres and senior Russell Oplinger, competed in the SkillsUSA architecture competition held in Beaumont earlier this month and advanced to the state competion. Jose placed 1st in the architectural drafting project while Russell earned 2nd in the same event to advance to state. Russell also earned 1st place in computer […]
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Taking care of business like a family
Published on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 by The Norseman Staff
Some people aspire to climb the corporate ladder, to retire by 35 with a bank account full of money from savvy investments and shrewd business deals, but others would find that type of life devoid of meaning. Incentivizing education usually only leaves a bad taste in a teacher’s mouth as they don’t see success defined […]
La la lost on audiences: Musical message falls flat, misses mark
Published on Friday, March 10, 2017 by Lucy Raleigh
Though 2017 is still in its early stages of life, the year has proven promising for the box office. With the successes of movies like Hidden Figures, Get Out, and Moonlight, the 2017 movie-scene has been set for films with messages for the masses. While there is hope for powerful films during this box-office year, there are some films that seem to fall short of this expectation, specifically director Damien Chazelle’s La La Land.
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Going rogue: New Star Wars movie fills in space left between episodes
Published on Thursday, March 9, 2017 by Shannon Keyser
“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…” are the words that begin some of the most famous movies Hollywood has ever produced. Captivating audiences with lightsaber duels, X-Wing and TIE Fighter battles, and the Skywalker legacy, Star Wars has become a franchise famed around the world. Recently, Disney decided to continue the saga by releasing The Force Awakens, the seventh installment of the series, in December 2015. Along with the new episode, they also released Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. It is not technically an episode but instead tells the tale of the mission to steal the Death Star plans that are later used in episode 4. Overall, I thought it was a great movie and a wonderful way to enrich the series.
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Been there, done that: Six tips to survive high school
Published on Monday, March 6, 2017 by Jennyfer Tucker
High school is where students discover who they are. It’s where they decide what direction they want to go and who they want to be, stumbling through different obstacles to get there. From being scared to ask your crush to a dance, to failing a history test because you stayed up late watching Netflix instead of studying, to having a nervous breakdown in the middle of nowhere because assignments just keep piling one after the other, high school helps prepare students for adversity. Though many people think high school is the worst thing ever, there are many positives, like meeting people who you may spend the rest of your life with, making friendships that will stay very close to your heart, and creating memories that you will cherish forever. The four years of high school are some of the best years our our lives. Even though it may not seem like it now, you will realize it once it all starts to come to an end. Every year has its lows, but it’s up to you to make the best of every situation. here are some tips on how to do that.
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Junior soccer player proves endurance is key on, off field
Published on Monday, March 6, 2017 by Anna Beth Mayerhoff
Athletes connect to their sports at a deep level as they spend hours honing their skills and making sacrifices for their craft. Soccer players must maintain a level of endurance not required in many other sports and junior Erin Nugent has used those lessons in endurance in all areas of her life. Erin has spent the past thirteen years playing soccer both in league and with the school.
Categories: Features, Sports | Tags: girls soccer, main, Soccer, Student Spotlight, volume 46
App encourages students to focus on school, not phone through local rewards
Published on Saturday, March 4, 2017 by Payton McKeehan
Phone apps have recently entered a new market that is aimed to help students pay attention instead of adding to the distractions that plague high school and college students. Pocket Points is an app that utilizes location services at Bryan High while locking a student’s phone to prevent usage. In exchange, the app rewards users […]
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Accounting class opens school store, spreads spirit
Published on Friday, March 3, 2017 by Mackenzie Johnson
The accounting class opened a school store February 1st in hopes of learning practical business experience to enhance learning while also providing a service to the school. “When students can apply what they’re are learning in the classroom to real life experiences. Viking Corner has supplies and school merchandise available for purchase before school, and […]
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Students work with Down Syndrome Association to host sweetheart dance
Published on Thursday, March 2, 2017 by Reagan Brown
Through the International Baccalaureate program offered at Bryan High,students are required to do a CAS project which includes components of community, action, and service. These projects push students to investigate, prepare, take action, reflect, and demonstrate. Although the IB program heavily focuses on academics, it also stresses the importance of creating well-rounded students who contribute to their community. Juniors Keaton Hare, Lucy Raleigh, and Ike Taylor worked with the local Down Syndrome Association to host a sweetheart dance for Valentine’s Day to provide an opportunity for these students while also learning about the process of hosting the event.
Into the theatre: Fine arts department unites to create musical production
Published on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 by Lucy Raleigh
The curtain rises as all the hours of work, tears, and nerves culminate in this single moment. The Narrator begins the story: “Once upon a time in a far off kingdom”, and the stage comes to life transporting the audience into the fairy tale world. Fine arts students involved with choir, band, and theatre labored for months creating their own version of the Tony Award-winning musical Into the Woods.
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