What will you do during your week off for Thanksgiving break?
Compiled by Rumbler staffers
November 17, 2011
“Sleeping.” -freshmen Brett Clements “Camping, it’s a family tradition.” -junior Toni Schmidt “Playing FIFA 12.” -junior Paige Smith “[Going to] Galveston to meet up with family.” -junior Brianna Rood “Spending memorable time with my family.” -sophomore... Read more »
What did you think about the Veteran’s Day ceremony?
Compiled by Gloriana Stolle
November 14, 2011
“It was emotional, so beautiful that there needed to be clapping.” – sophomore Kayla Patton “It was a great way to show our respect or the people that protect our country.” – freshman Nathan Puckett “It was too short, have somebody come speak, like a soldier or something.” – sophomore... Read more »
C-squared holds Kindness Week, Nov. 14-18
By Kristina Jingling
November 14, 2011
Before the Rouse/Vista Ridge football game Nov. 3, students from the club C-squared (Coalition of Clubs) exchanged a Resolution of Respect. As part of the club’s goal, both schools’ want students to treat each other respectfully on and off the field. “We’re proud to have joined the C-squared... Read more »
Staffer talks about having pets
Jessica Garrison
November 14, 2011
Even in Texas, the idea of living in the open country can be an unfamiliar to people. For me, it is a reality that I have lived with all my life. It is normal around our warm, welcoming home to have the responsibility of taking care of the many animals that are continually around the house. I love the... Read more »
Brace Yourself
Keely Wirries
November 14, 2011
Getting your braces off is a big deal – new looks, new smile, new impressions. The first thing that every kid wants to do when they finally lose the “brace-face” label is show off their smile. Sure, you try and act nonchalant – flashing a grin here and there and some people might not notice,... Read more »
Three volleyball players signed letters of intent
Kristina Jingling and Gloriana Stolle
November 14, 2011
On Nov. 9, seniors Lexi Wick, Ellen Dees, and Jacqueline Erlanson signed letters of intent to play college volleyball. Dees signed with Hardin-Simmons, Erlanson committed to Southwest College in Kansas, and Lexi Wick signed with New Mexico State. “I’m excited to play at the next level,” Dees said.... Read more »
Principal for a Day: Huntington employee shadows AP Brandon Evans
Jessica Garrison and Keely Wirries
November 10, 2011
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a principal for a day? Huntington employee Sherry Huffman got that chance, Nov. 9. Huffman shadowed Assistant Principal Brandon Evans around the campus to learn the life of a principal. Evans stood in for Principal John Graham who was off campus on other... Read more »
Theatre students to perform duet scene at Thespian Festival
Rachel Sloan
November 10, 2011
The first-ever Thespian Festival will be held at Vista Ridge High School, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. Each high school from the district will send performers to fill a 15-minute time slot. Admission is $5 per person and proceeds will benefit students in each fine arts program. “It’s rare that we all come... Read more »
Holiday Bazaar and Automotive Open House Saturday, Nov. 12
Shelly Spencer
November 10, 2011
Project Graduation will host the first-ever Holiday Bazaar, Nov. 12. The goal of the bazaar is to raise money for the 2012 graduation. The bazaar will feature vendors from all over central Texas and run from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. “I hope that it will be very successful,” project grad representative... Read more »
Varsity tennis team wins Pflugerville tournament
Keely Wirries
November 10, 2011
The varsity tennis team won the Pflugerville tennis tournament, Friday Nov. 4. “No pain no gain, if you don’t try your hardest and don’t go through the pain then you don’t deserve to win,” freshman Dylan Ritter said. “I think that made the team do good and I’m happy about how I played.” First... Read more »
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