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Phillip Schaefer, 11

Cultural exchange

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer October 24, 2024

Texas Friday Night Lights are a thing of legend. Books, TV shows, and movies have been written with their sole focus sitting firmly between the two end zones of high school football. German exchange student...

And the winner is...

And the winner is…

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer October 3, 2024

As a child, I always imagined what being a celebrity felt like. However, my success did not come through wealth, recognition, or influence but through awards. My first experience with award shows came...

Rejuvenating

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer April 24, 2024

Teenagers inevitably face scrutiny over how old they look. It might be as small as being told you look young for your age or that they can’t believe you look so mature.  When I was younger, it seemed...

Broadway musical becomes rewatchable remake on big screen

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer March 19, 2024

I have noticed a pattern when people are asked “What’s your favorite movie?” They respond with feel-good movies that don’t take themselves too seriously, thrillers with intricate characters, or...

James Hluchan, 12

Restoration

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer February 23, 2024

Parents, teachers, and counselors all tell students to follow their dreams, pursue a career they are passionate about, and find their path in life. For most seniors, that is a daunting task where, even...

Seniors Ace Roueche and Samantha Lamb and junior Reily Dominy earned their letter jackets for their success in Academic UIL.

Students earn letter jackets through academic success

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer October 31, 2023

Though a high school letterman is most often associated with sports, drill teams, or bands, the opportunity to earn one is not limited to students within those organizations. Academic UIL letter jackets...

Desperation for bingeworthy show leads to Wisteria Lane

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer September 25, 2023

For as long as I can remember, women-led television shows are something I’ve always been drawn to, and Desperate Housewives is no exception. The lives of four housewives in suburban Wisteria Lane might...

Birthday blues

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer March 30, 2023

Birthdays are usually one of the most memorable aspects of the year. But, despite all the excitement and anticipation surrounding the yearly celebration, I constantly find myself dreading them and even...

No ‘I’ in TEAM

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer March 9, 2023

With an overall record of 19-10 and a district record of 9-3, the girls’ basketball team has shown endurance, motivation, and drive to return to the field of play as contenders for a district championship...

Thank you for being a friend

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer January 12, 2023

Picture it. Bryan, Texas 2015, and seven-year-old me is mindlessly flipping through cable channels on a Saturday night, hoping for any glimpse of an okay show that could help me pass the time. After not...

An Apple a day

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer September 15, 2022
Over a year ago I discovered Fiona Apple. At first, I was apprehensive when I listened to “Fetch the Bolt Cutters” since it was so chaotic and I had never been exposed to it before. Nevertheless, I continued to go through her discography. The more I listened to her, the more I understood the raw and vulnerable emotions she shared, which has been consistent in all five of her albums over the last two decades.
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