Jeans for Teens
January 31, 2012
Have a pair of jeans you never wear or don’t fit anymore? Student Council is sponsoring Teens for Jeans, a project to collect blue jeans to give to homeless. “It’s an honorable thing for our school to be doing,” junior Mark Castilla said. “It shows that our school cares. I think we will get... Read more »
Courtney Johnston- Random Raider
Stephanie Hofmann
January 31, 2012
It was the fourth quarter and the game was tied. While everyone in the stands was looking to see where the ball would be going, sophomore Courtney Johnston was watching the players. On the sideline she was going through the normal motions of every game. The play started and the referee blew his wrestle.... Read more »
Living in the Shadows Staff Editorial
Staff
January 31, 2012
In the crazy world of high school, it’s really easy to let certain sports and clubs steal all the attention. Lots of clubs, sports and other programs don’t get the recognition they deserve simply because bigger groups like football and basketball are so popular. That doesn’t necessarily mean that... Read more »
Doubling Up
Keely Wirries
January 31, 2012
Dylan and Zane Ritter were born to play together – literally. As twins it’s easy to see why they’re one of the top doubles team in the district, even if you can’t tell them apart. “It definitely helps to be brothers when playing doubles,” coach Michael Hjort said. “I think that they are... Read more »
From one classroom to another: RST students teach at lower schools
Gloriana Stolle
January 31, 2012
Working with younger kids can be such a joy and so trying on your patience. Thirty-three students got to experience this firsthand through the Ready, Set, Teach! Program. “I want to be a teacher,” junior Jessica Mendiola said. “I love spending time with the kids and watching them learn.” The... Read more »
Upcoming Events
January 31, 2012
Feb. 9 – The AP theatre class will perform The Reluctant Dragon for Bagdad Elementary students in the auditorium, Thursday, Feb. 9. The play will occur during school hours as part of the first and second graders’ field trip. Feb. 9 – The girls track team will hold a practice meet with Cedar Ridge... Read more »
Senioritis not for underclassmen
Jessica Garrison
January 31, 2012
Senioritis. A common disease that seniors in high school get diagnosed with that seems to last the whole year. Personally, I believe that senioritis can get frustrating due to its ability to create irresponsibility and immaturity. Being a senior myself, I can’t blame those around me that get caught... Read more »
Disney trip remains a dream for staffer
Gloriana Stolle
January 31, 2012
“So, where do ya’ll want to go for spring break?” my dad casually asked at the dinner table one night. After a few ideas being thrown around –going to the beach, camping in Colorado, or even Washington D.C., the perfect solution came to my mind. Somewhere I’d never been before, but have been... Read more »
Four swimmers qualify for regionals
Nick Hage
January 31, 2012
The swim team competed at district Jan. 27-28, with the girls finish fifth and the guys placing eighth. “We had a couple of tough calls by officials,” coach Marlene Blanchett said. “But the team didn’t let that keep us down. I’m proud of how we picked back up and went for first, second and... Read more »
Varsity girls soccer take second at tournament
Rachel Sloan
January 31, 2012
The varsity girls soccer team took second in the Blue Cup division at the LISD Think Pink and Kick Cancer Cup, January 26-28. “It’s been a total 180 from what we used to be,” junior and team captain Katherine Lugo said. “It’s amazing. I’m really excited for district.” The team has two more... Read more »
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