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Incorporating history with literature, GT American Studies classes are reviewing classic like The Great Gatsby where they are discussing the values and meanings in the text. Even if [you] hate it and hate everything about it, its something that can help us have discussions about wealth disparity, gender expectations, and even the lack of representation and what that means, GT American Studies teacher Swapna Gardner said.

The debate over whether Gatsby really is great

Vidula Pandian, Staff Reporter March 25, 2021

Classical literature is often prevalent in the typical public high school curriculum. From novels like Tom Sawyer to 1984, certain books are simply shelved as high school classics. However, one class on campus is debating the value of one of these “essential”...

In order to help students apply course content to their experiences, AP Environmental Science decided to embark on their annual field trip, with the addition of new precautions due to COVID.

APES students embark on annual field trip

Erika Pernis, Staff Reporter March 24, 2021

A global pandemic didn’t stop AP Environmental Science students from taking their annual field trip to the John Bunker Sands Wetlands on Tuesday where they learned about water use and conservation, how wetlands work, and observed wildlife.  The...

Many Redhawks had the opportunity to compete with other schools across the district in what is known as Battle of the Books, a chance for students to read and test their knowledge while having fun in the process.

Trivia tests students’ reading in Battle of the Books

Athena Tseng, Staff Reporter March 24, 2021

The yearly Frisco ISD book trivia competition, Battle of the Books took place Tuesday with Redhawks learning and reading while having fun with the other high school campuses in the district. “So there’s a list of 12 books and within your teams...

Mavericks to be Emerson High School’s mascot

Asha James, Guest Contributor March 23, 2021

In the planning stages for years, Emerson High School is scheduled to open to students in August, and now it has officially chosen its school mascot as the Mavericks.  “Being a Maverick means going outside of your comfort zone and doing things you...

For many juniors on campus, Wednesday will be a double-header testing day as the U.S. History STAAR exam begins at 9 a.m., and the AP Physics 1 test begins at 12 p.m. 

“I think having both tests on the same day will be a challenge for sure,” U.S. History teacher Allen Harris said. “But when students get to college that is not an uncommon thing. Students get a preview of what taking exams in college is like and how to manage their studying.”

College Board makes changes to AP Physics exam

Hannah Beeler, Staff Reporter March 22, 2021

The AP Physics 1 exam will look a little different for students this year as it will no longer cover material from units 8-10 “College Board made this change so that AP Physics 1 looks more like a typical freshman physics college course which just...

Best Buddies is hosting a movie night tomorrow at the Dr. Pepper Ballpark stadium at 6 pm where the movie Normie will be screening for free. Members of the club will be able to attend with their families and friends. Those that wish to attend can register here. 

Best Buddies hosts movie night at Dr. Pepper Ballpark stadium

Shreya Jagan, Managing Editor March 19, 2021

Best Buddies is hosting a movie night tomorrow at the Dr. Pepper Ballpark stadium at 6 pm where the movie Normie will be screening for free. Members of the club will be able to attend with their families and friends. Those that wish to attend can register...

What began as a small interest in kindergarten has now become a business for freshman Shifa Shaikh. From elegant cake designs to cookies, Shifa now gets to create treats for customers and take her talent beyond her dinner table.

Hobby turns into business for freshman baker

Alize Shahzad, Guest Contributor March 18, 2021

The smell of sweet treats drifts into your nose. However, it’s not the usual old and stale bakery items.  What you smell is something much more delightful and fresh. It’s at the heart of the bakery business of freshman Shifa Shaikh who started...

Professional Communication students have been working on How To presentations on a skill or talent of their choice.“Some of the main topics I took from this assignment was that you have to think about what you want to say in the way a child would understand so that everyone can understand,” junior Dhruv Maruvada said.

AP Seminar students present Team Multimedia project

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter March 17, 2021

Starting Wednesday, AP Seminar students will get the opportunity to share their specialized research into a specific topic in the form of a TMP, or a Team Multimedia Presentation.  “The main requirement I give students is that they have to choose...

The cover of Coming of Page was illustrated by author Anisya Nairs friend, Zoya Farooqui. After finding inspiration from Pinterest and worked over many Zoom calls, Farooqui settled with the final silhouette design to reflect the classy, simplistic vibe of the book.

Junior Anisya Nair confronts cliches in new novel, Coming of Page

Abby Wang, Staff Reporter March 16, 2021

Elitist schools. Star-crossed lovers. Spies. Junior Anisya Nair explores these YA cliches in her debut published novel Coming of Page; an opportunity for Nair to give some overused concepts a new face. “Coming of Page is a novel that deals...

DECA held its first meeting of the year after nearly two years of any in-person interactions.

Redhawks win big at DECA state

Ashika Deshpande, Staff Reporter March 15, 2021

The first Saturday of spring break was anything but normal for the 20 DECA students that advanced to state. Rather than spending the day in a big venue for the state award ceremony, it was a virtual watch party. “Usually we take tests online...

Texas is known for its unpredictable weather changes, something that can cause accidents on the road. A new bill passed in September allows for the adjustment of speed limits to accomodate for this.

Support from teachers follows winter storm

Erika Pernis, Staff Reporter March 5, 2021

With the last couple of weeks involving a winter storm, power outages for some students, and asynchronous learning, many teachers on campus have been understanding of the circumstances in regards to their students’ well-being. “As a teacher, one...

ISM application window closes Friday

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter March 4, 2021

The deadline for Independent Study Membership (ISM) applications has been extended to Friday, providing students extra time to prepare. “The ISM Program is a challenging course designed for academically gifted and high achieving junior and senior...

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