The student news site of Liberty High School in Frisco, Texas

WINGSPAN
The student news site of Liberty High School in Frisco, Texas

WINGSPAN
The student news site of Liberty High School in Frisco, Texas

WINGSPAN
Ana Cuen

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor

Ana Cuen is a senior and a Managing Editor for Wingspan this year. She is also involved in NHS, Student Council, and Best Buddies. Outside of school Ana enjoys napping in excessive amounts, listening to One Direction, and thinking her jokes are funny. Her greatest accomplishment is playing Guitar Hero on Expert mode. She is excited for this upcoming year and hopes to pursue a career in the medical field in the future.

Contact Ana: ana.cuen.844@k12.friscoisd.org

All content by Ana Cuen
Senior Ana Cuen joined Wingspan as a junior, quickly becoming a passionate staff member. She served as managing editor her senior year.

Ana Cuen

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
May 21, 2021
Pictured from left to right, Remi Williams served as sports editor, Ana Cuen (middle) served as managing editor, and Aaron Boehmer served as Editor-in-Chief for Wingspan.

Senior editors say goodbye

Aaron Boehmer, Remi Williams, and Ana Cuen
May 21, 2021
Beginning Thursday at seven, seniors plan to enjoy one last night together before walking the stage Sunday by attending PTSA's Casino Night located at Hyatt Regency Frisco.

Seniors attend PTSA Casino Night Thursday before setting the stage for graduation

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
May 19, 2021
Frisco ISD is continuing its free meal program for the upcoming summer. Students 18 or younger are eligible for meals, regardless of FISD enrollment or family income, and from May 27 to June 24, those signed up to receive meals will be able to pick up five days worth of food on Thursdays at Cobb and Clark Middle School or Bright Academy and Christie Elementary School/ECS by special request. 

Free meal program continues into summer

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
May 18, 2021
All FISD students are given their own FISD email which they hold from elementary school. However, all of class of 2021 FISD student accounts will be deactivated following graduation.

Senior emails to deactivate May 22

Ana Cuen
May 13, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: sorority talk

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
May 11, 2021
Many COVID-19 protocols are changing for the 2021-22 school year, including face coverings being optional and visitors being allowed on campus according to standard visiting rules. Additionally, six-foot social distancing will be maintained when feasible, particularly in classrooms.

Breaking News: Frisco ISD announces new COVID-19 protocols

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
May 11, 2021
As their last performance of the year, the theatre department will be putting on Songs for a New World May 6, 7, and 8 at 7 p.m. and May 8 and 9 at 2 p.m in the auditorium.

[Photo] Curtains open Thursday for spring musical

Rishika Desai, Guest Contributor
May 6, 2021
Wednesday night, TCU, SMU, and Austin College admissions officers are going to be presenting for an Frisco ISD virtual college night.

Dual Credit students prepare for finals

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
May 6, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: college dorm shopping

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
May 4, 2021
The senior grades deadline is this Monday at 4 p.m. Final grades for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students aren’t due until 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17th.

Brain experts for the day, Health Science 2 creates 3D brain models

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
April 29, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: preparing for summer

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
April 27, 2021
Finishing in 3rd place at the 5A Region II girls' golf tournament in Rockwall, the Redhawks team claimed a spot in the state tournament with a score of 108, four strokes behind Highland Park, and eight behind regional champion Lebanon Trail.

3rd place finish sends girls’ golf to state

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
April 21, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: AP exam season

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
April 20, 2021
The Redhawks baseball team swept the Heritage Coyotes at The Nest on Friday. They moved their District 10-5A record to 4-2 with the win and they now head into the second half of their district season.

Battle for first as baseball hosts Wakeland

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
April 20, 2021
The district is asking families and staff to fill out end-of-year surveys. Seniors will fill out the form during advisory on Friday.

Frisco ISD to open intermediate school for grades 5-6 in 2023

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
April 15, 2021
The Leaving the Nest Survey closes today, where seniors can fill out a form describing their plans post-graduation.

Leaving the Nest Survey closes today

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
April 15, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: freshman year advice

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
April 13, 2021
Wingspan Editor-in-Chiefs Aaron Boehmer and Trisha Dasgupta pose with Wingspan's District 5A UIL Journalism trophy. Now, Wingspan has been named a Pacemaker finalist, one of the highest honors for high school publications in the country.

[Photo] Wingspan named one of nation’s best online news sites

Trisha Dasgupta, Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2021

Educating and serving the community, Care Wiki reaches beyond campus

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
April 8, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: allergy season

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
April 6, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: finding a college roomate

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
March 30, 2021
The school's UIL academic teams competed in the district 9-5A meet on Friday and Saturday at Centennial with the Redhawks finishing second overall losing to Centennial High School. For the journalism team, it was their second straight district championship.

[Photo] Redhawks win big at district UIL

March 29, 2021
Unable to hold in-person sectionals, band has been working with SmartMusic, a software that allows students to practice and rehearse from home. SmartMusic also contains tools to help students learn their music and gives students feedback to their music recordings.

[Photo] Band gets smart with its music rehearsals

Grant Milleson, Staff Reporter
March 25, 2021
With music, dancing, and a local food truck, PTSA is holding a Boots and BBQ bash for seniors Thursday evening.

Seniors hit Boots & BBQ Bash Thursday evening

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
March 24, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: finishing the year strong

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
March 23, 2021
Senior prom will be held at the W hotel on April 22. Tickets are now on sale through Online School Fees.

Prom official for senior class of 2021

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
March 18, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: picking classes

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
March 16, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: making the most of senior year

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
March 2, 2021
National Honor Society will be holding their first meeting in person meetings of the year since Spring 2020 this Tuesday and Wednesday. “I think the biggest difference between last year and now is the volunteer opportunities we have for members,” she said. “This year, we really want to provide opportunities that are geared towards our members’ interests."

NHS applications due Friday

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
February 25, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: staying productive during asynchronous learning

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
February 23, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: everything drivers

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
February 9, 2021
On Wednesday, the Texas Education Agency released new guidelines for schools: “Under this updated guidance, a public school system’s current practices on masks may continue unchanged. Local school boards have full authority to determine their local mask policy."

Double masking may become the new norm

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
February 4, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: shopping wisely

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
February 2, 2021
BHM stuco posters

Black History Month is observed every February, and it is celebrated by various countries across the world. This year, Student Council is bringing the celebration to campus through informational posters in the rotunda and a slideshow with biographies that will be displayed in the cafeteria.

Student council aims to educate during Black History Month

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
February 1, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: balancing extra-curriculars

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
January 26, 2021
Being able to apply what they learned over the last nine weeks, students in Health Science spent Monday and Tuesday going around the school to take vital signs of staff and students alike.

Health Science students return to hospitals after 10 month pause

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
January 22, 2021
Student Council is looking for new members for the 2021-2022 school year. Applications will be done via a Google form, and they will close Jan 22. "I need more people who think outside the box, self-starters, and I’m just looking for people who are committed to creating a more inclusive and inviting campus," Student Council sponsor Kandy Stevens said.

[Photo] StuCo applications open through Friday

Caroline Caruso, Managing Editor
January 21, 2021
President Joe Biden was inaugurated by John Roberts, the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court outside the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. At 78-years-old, Biden is the oldest person to take the Oval Office. Also sworn in on Wednesday, Kamala Harris who is the first female, and the first woman of color to be Vice President.

An American rite of passage marks a new political era

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
January 20, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: post-admissions to college senior life

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
January 19, 2021
From numerous restless nights to frightening images, sophomore Ana Toro has been battling with one of the most important essential activities, sleep. Unable to determine the cause, she tried meditation, medications, and therapy. Now, after months of fearing the unknown and the results of a sleep study, she is able to identify the demon causing her sleep paralysis.

Sleep paralysis: Ana’s waking nightmare

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
January 15, 2021
Being able to apply what they learned over the last nine weeks, students in Health Science spent Monday and Tuesday going around the school to take vital signs of staff and students alike.

FISD launches new health science classes

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
January 14, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: criticism

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
January 12, 2021

Cycling her way to being a social media ambassador

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
January 7, 2021
Spring break marks the conclusion of the third nine-week grading period. Bad weather days and SAT made the block schedule a bit more complicated.

Another semester, another switch in learning environments

Ana Cuen and Caroline Caruso
January 6, 2021
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: winter break recap

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
January 5, 2021
Hosted by the PTSA, Sweater Senior Movie Night aims to be a fun event for seniors to celebrate their last few months of high school.

PTSA hosts Sweater Senior Movie Night

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
December 18, 2020
Training to become certified nursing assistants since the beginning of the school year, Health Science 2 Clinical students prepare for their state test. This certification allows student to work in medical settings as nurse aids where some of their responsibilities include taking vital signs and giving residents bed baths.

Health Science 2 prepares for CNA state test

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
December 17, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: New Year’s resolutions

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
December 15, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: social distancing over the holidays

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
December 8, 2020
While senior year may be different for the class of 2021, the senior bonfire Wed. at 7 p.m. holds their spirit. Located in Plano’s Heritage Farmstead, a historic city location, the event will create a warm atmosphere physically and emotionally for the seniors to enjoy their final months together. 

S’mores, tacos, all part of Senior Bonfire Night

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
December 2, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: gift giving

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
December 1, 2020
Frisco ISD is hosting a Achieve Mentor breakfast appreciation Friday 8-9 a.m.

IB Programme now offered at FISD

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
November 19, 2020
Homecoming this weekend means for school spirit and dress up days.

No to dance, yes to school spirit

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
November 18, 2020
Homecoming this weekend means for school spirit and dress up days.

[Photo] Homecoming week means for dress up days

September 20, 2021
Over the course of a few hours, students were able to blow up more than 300 balloons, hang up spirit signs, and decorate the ceilings with streamers.

While there may be no dance to finish the week, Student Council and cheer gathered Sunday evening to transform the school for homecoming week. 

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For those decorating, coming back to the school to decorate was special and despite circumstances something they will hold on to.

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Frisco ISD continues to increase the number of course offerings available for students with the addition of new classes and pathway programs for the 2021-2022 school year. Starting next fall, those interested will be able to explore a multitude of options, with electives ranging from African American studies to a Multicultural Section of AP Seminar. 

[Photo] New course offerings available for 2021

December 16, 2020
Pictured is the sophomore hallway, decorated with signs, banners, streamers, and balloons.

From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: Thanksgiving

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
November 17, 2020
Due to COVID-19 social distancing protocals, the annual club fair has been moved to be virtual. Students can now access the virtual club fair at any time.

Virtual club fair helps connects students

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
November 17, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: stress

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
November 10, 2020
From social media posts to news stories, younger generations appear to have taken an interest in environmental sustainability. One movement in particular, thrifting, has taken popularity among the youth. What was now seen as a symbol of poverty is now seen as a fashion statement.

NHS hosts homeless supply drive

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
November 6, 2020
Nominated by Liberty teachers, assistant orchestra director Victoria Lien was named Liberty High School's Teacher of the Year. From students to coworkers, Lien's dedication and passion to the orchestra program is apparent to those around her.

Lien selected as Teacher of the Year

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
November 5, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: college applications

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
November 3, 2020
The Frisco ISD Board of Trustees is hosting its October meeting Tuesday beginning at 6:30 p.m.

District hosts IB Diploma Programme meeting

Madigan Gunia and Ana Cuen
October 29, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: get out and vote

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
October 27, 2020
Those that qualify for voting through mail must request their ballots by Oct. 23. Ballots can be dropped off behind the Collin County Election Office where they are guaranteed to arrive in time for the elections.

Friday last day to request mail ballots

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
October 22, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: Halloween

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
October 20, 2020
Once recognized as "National Hispanic Heritage Week" by President Lyndon B. Johnson, Hispanic Heritage Month finally made its debut as a national holiday during Ronald Reagan's presidency in 1988. The month itself seeks to highlight the cultural contributions made by both Hispanic and Latino Americans. Through the eyes of two Hispanic staff members and one student on campus, Wingspan takes a look at what it means to be Hispanic in 2020.

Their heritage is more than a month

Caroline Caruso and Ana Cuen
October 15, 2020
With both of his parents born in Mexico, senior Juan Pablo Trujillo is influenced by his Hispanic heritage. “Hispanic culture has shaped me primarily through the interactions with my family, who mostly live in Mexico,” he said. “I like that I get to see different perspectives, habits, and environments whenever I visit them, and I think that is really what makes me who I am today.”

Normality in two cultures: Juan Pablo Trujillo

Caroline Caruso and Ana Cuen
October 14, 2020
For art teacher Fred Rodriguez, his Hispanic heritage is something that influences him as a dad. With three children Nate (5), Noah (7), and Luke (8), Rodriguez and his wife Nancy incorporate their background into every day life. “My culture influences a lot of the ways I raise my kids. Hispanic culture is very family oriented, so we tend to have a lot of family events,” Rodriguez said. “We have a lot of friends that come over and become like family. In those ways my culture influenced just how my family and I interact with people in our community.”

Passing down culture to next generation: Fred Rodriguez

Caroline Caruso and Ana Cuen
October 14, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: standardized testing

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
October 13, 2020
Regardless of enrollment numbers, the Texas Education Agency extended six weeks the funding guarantee to schools offering in-person education. Because schools offering in-person instruction have higher enrollment rates, the funding guarantee extension was made to help more students continue with their education.

Texas schools guaranteed funding with in-person classes

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
October 8, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: Quarantine

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
October 6, 2020
Inaugurated on campus by the class of 2019, Water Wars strikes back for the class of 2021. The game consists of groups of four, and each player is assigned a target for the week they have to squirt. With a jackpot prize of $480, the 96 participants will fill up their water guns and prepare to attack beginning Oct. 1.

Water Wars splashes the class of 2021

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
October 1, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: getting involved

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
September 29, 2020
The new senior class website contains numerous resources for the senior class. Included are the dates for upcoming senior events and links to purchase Liberty attire. It also has the Remind code for seniors, as well as information on senior ads for the yearbook.

PTSA launches senior class website

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
September 24, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: favorite TV shows

Remi Williams and Ana Cuen
September 22, 2020

Hall passes get a technology update

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
September 18, 2020
From day-to-day struggles to getting a job, The 2 Sisters You Never Knew You Needed or Wanted discuss everything they wish they would have known throughout their high school years.

The 2: jobs and money saving

Ana Cuen and Remi Williams
September 15, 2020
The Peer Assistance and Leadership (PALS) program launches for the first time at Liberty this year.

PALS program launched on campus

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
September 10, 2020
Tennis is looking to bounce back after a 13-6 loss against Independence. With many athletes giving their all in practice, the team feels they have the potential to surpass expectations.

Titans topple Redhawks in season opening tennis match

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
September 9, 2020
The Superbowl took place this past weekend, posing questions as to the safety of having 25,000 fans in-person. Staff reporter Hailie Hughes discusses the potential affects this event could have on the spread of COVID-19.

Small crowds, live-streaming the new norm

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
September 3, 2020
As all schools have opened up to accommodate learning, virtual students are scattered at schools all over FISD in order to reduce class sizes.

New social-distancing precautions with the return of in-person students

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
September 3, 2020
The CDC has implemented new guidelines for self-isolation after a positive COVID019 test. In her weekly blog, VIral Thoughts, staff reporter Haille Hughes shares her thoughts.

Health science students back at CTE for first in-person classes since March

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
August 25, 2020
New COVID-19 tracking system for public schools

New COVID-19 tracking system for public schools

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
August 24, 2020
What started as a hobby in quarantine, Pennington realized her embroidering skills could be the start of something new.

Pennington takes to a needle and thread with new embroidery business

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
August 20, 2020
The Collin College Writing Center is offering free help with college applications to dual credit students. Appointments will be available at all locations, including neighboring areas such as the Frisco, Plano, and McKinney campuses.

Preparing for Collin, webinar hosted for Dual Credit students

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
August 19, 2020
With campuses across the district opening with virtual learning for the first three weeks, many classes are mixed, with teachers teaching students from various campuses. “We have students from other campuses because not all campuses have the same amount of students who want to do in person and face to face classes,” English teacher Chad Doty said. “We are really trying to handle that overflow especially of those students who want virtual environments so I think it is beneficial in that way. Working with other schools in the district, we are able to kind of shoulder the load and help out our students and facility around Frisco.”

Synchronous learning introduces more structure for students

Ana Cuen, Managing Editor
August 13, 2020
Drawing her whole life, senior Fallon Buckner hope to become an art teacher. "I want to become certified to be a first grade teacher as well as an art teacher," Buckner said. "I believe you need a lot of creativity to engage children and teach them things so they will want to learn."

Fallon Buckner

Ana Cuen, Guest Contributor
May 21, 2020
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