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Due to limited space, the current Frisco public library will be moving locations where it will be rebuilt as a bigger building where it will hold larger numbers of people and books.

[PHOTO] Construction set to begin for new public library

April 8, 2021
Whether it's blooming flowers that trigger allergies, or the stress of exams, guest contributor Shruti Bhoyar has anything but spring fever.

[PHOTO] From blooming flowers to STAAR tests, spring is stressful

March 31, 2021
Seniors celebrated prom last weekend, a special dance regarding the on-going COVID-19 pandemic. Held at the W hotel, all students were required to wear masks and social distance.

[PHOTO] Prom official for senior class of 2021

March 18, 2021
Stretching before a game, the Redhawks softball has started off slow with the team looking for its first win Friday at Lone Star.

[PHOTO] Hitting the road, Redhawks softball hopes to take flight

March 19, 2021
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March 19, 2021
Local services are available to those affected by the recent Texas winter storms. Some organizations to reach out to include Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Health and Human Services Commission, North Texas Food Bank, Frisco Family Services, The Shepherd’s Hand, and Minnie’s Food Pantry.

[PHOTO] Ways to receive help for those affected by winter storm

February 25, 2021
Canned food and other non-perishable food items are among the items journalism adviser Brian Higgins and his 12-year-old son Owen bought on Saturday for Monday's food and water drive sponsored by PALs, Student Council, and Wingspan.

[PHOTO] Clubs on campus team up for donation drive

February 22, 2021
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.

[PHOTO] Student council aims to educate during Black History Month

February 1, 2021
Senior Maya Jain hugs friends and family after UIL State Championship tournament. After the Redhawks head home, they will have to adapt to a new normal.

[PHOTO] 8 months later and the championship memory lives on

November 6, 2020
Southern Images Photography will be on campus Tuesday and Wednesday taking school pictures. Photos can be viewed and ordered online Sept. 30-Oct. 4 by going to www.soimagesphoto.com and clicking on the

[PHOTO] Say cheese, school pictures take place Tuesday and Wednesday

September 21, 2020
Parked on West Street near Vesey Street on September 11, 2001, the FDNY Ladder 3 truck was damaged as a result of the collapse of the Twin Towers. The truck is now on display at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in New York City.

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September 21, 2020
The aerial ladder was partially crushed on the FDNY Ladder Truck 3 on September 11, 2001 when debris from the Twin Towers fell on the vehicle. The truck is on display at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum as it was found on Sept. 11, 2001.

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September 21, 2020
Occupying a huge wall in the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, this mural created by Spencer Finch is titled

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September 21, 2020
Flags and flowers are often sprinkled throughout the names on both the North and South Pools in memory of those who lost their life on Sept. 11, 2001. The names of all the victims of both 2001 and 1993 are inscribed here and are grouped by the locations and circumstances in which victims found themselves during the attacks.

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September 21, 2020
The focal points of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum are two pools, each nearly an acre in size, that sit in the footprints of the former North and South Towers. Each pool features the largest manmade waterfall in North America, with water cascading down 30 feet into a square basin, then dropping another 20 feet and disappears into a central void. Designed by architect Michael Arad, the pools are surrounded by bronze parapet that have the names of the 2,983 people who were killed in the 2001 and 1993 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. Family and friends of those with their names inscribed often leave flowers or flags in the letters of their loved one's name.

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September 21, 2020
Flags and flowers are often sprinkled throughout the names on both the North and South Pools in memory of those who lost their life on Sept. 11, 2001. The names of all the victims of both 2001 and 1993 are inscribed here and are grouped by the locations and circumstances in which victims found themselves during the attacks.

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September 21, 2020
Located near the 9/11 Memorial Pools is this Callery pear tree. Called the

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September 21, 2020
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September 21, 2020
Locating to the southwest from the top of the One World Trade Center, visitors can see the Statue of Liberty, approximately two miles away in the Upper New York Bay.

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September 21, 2020
The design of the 9/11 Memorial was chosen from more than 5,000 contest submissions. The winning entry was submitted by architect Michael Arad and landscape architect Peter Walker, and is called

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September 21, 2020
Occupying a huge wall in the 9//11 Memorial & Museum, this mural created by Spencer Finch is titled

[PHOTO] Nearly two decades later, 9/11 still elicits vivid memories for teachers

September 11, 2020
Adjacent to where the Twin Towers once stood, One World Trade Center is the tallest building in the United States and features a viewing platform more than 1,2000 feet up. Located in Lower Manhattan, the view north provides a glimpse that covers most of Manhattan. Construction of the building began in 2006 with the building opening in 2014. The One World Observatory, from where this picture was taken, opened on May 29, 2015.

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September 11, 2020
With in person school having started on Thursday, minimizing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 is crucial. It’s important that students know, and are aware of, how to keep themselves, their peers, and their teachers safe in a learning environment.

[PHOTO] How students can help stay safe when returning to school

September 8, 2020
Staff reporter Madison Saviano explores hot topics and issues that students face in her weekly column Piece by Piece.

[PHOTO] Piece by Piece: buy, buy, bye

August 25, 2020
The school wasn’t spared from the high winds that whipped through the area as one of the trees in front of the school, outside the social studies hall, was split almost in half from winds. 

[PHOTO] Storm rolled into North Texas, leaving some damage

August 17, 2020
Economics teacher Fred Kaiser begins his Zoom meeting with students during first period in his classroom. Thursday marked the first day of school and the beginning of three weeks of strictly virtual instruction for students.

[PHOTO] Students start school online

August 13, 2020
Although multiple factories in Dallas County were forced to shut down to COVID-19 complications, delaying yearbook arrival, the yearbook staff kept finishing the book during eLearning. “The staff is always proud of all the work that we’ve put in when designing and completing our yearbook, so we always make sure that students receive their book as promised. Hosting a safe and contactless yearbook distribution was our biggest concern for this year due to the current circumstances, which is why we chose to go with the same method as demobilization,

[PHOTO] Yearbooks available for pick-up

July 23, 2020
Standing outside Toyota Stadium, senior Yael Even is all smiles before her graduation on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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July 23, 2020
Redhawk alumni Jonathan Peng makes his way across the graduation stage on May 31, 202 while wearing his National Honor Society stole. Stoles, along with honors cords and other academic awards, are available in front of the auditorium for class of 2021 graduates on Tuesday and Wednesday.

[PHOTO] Awards and cords available for pickup for seniors

May 4, 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.

[PHOTO] Senior emails to deactivate May 22

May 13, 2021
Like the graduation ceremony in 2020, graduates will be responsible for getting themselves to commencement ceremonies. Unlike the event last year, the 2021 ceremony will be held at The Ford Center at The Star, rather than Toyota Stadium.

[PHOTO] Upcoming senior events make way for graduation

February 9, 2021
With 10 Frisco ISD graduations at Toyota Stadium over the course of four days, Liberty's graduation took place at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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February 9, 2021
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February 9, 2021
Posing for a picture, senior Kanz Bitar holds her diploma on the stage at Toyota Stadium for the class of 2020 graduation on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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February 9, 2021
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February 9, 2021
Senior Maddie Aronson makes her way across the stage at Toyota Stadium for the class of 2020 graduation on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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February 9, 2021
Looking towards the rest of the class of 2020, senior Roy Nitzan makes his way off the stage at Toyota Stadium for the class of 2020 graduation on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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February 9, 2021
“For all FISD 2021 graduations, face coverings will be optional for graduating seniors and guests,” FISD said in an email to students. “Sections will be designated at Ford Center at the Star for those wishing to remain masked and seated socially distanced from other households.” The change in the mask policy comes just days before graduation, but some students aren’t too concerned.

[PHOTO] Masks to be optional at graduation

May 20, 2021
Family members of a class of 2020 graduate sit in the shade at Toyota Stadium on Saturday, May 30, 2020 for the class of 2020 graduation.

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May 20, 2021
Wearing her Frisco ISD class of 2020 graduation masks provided by Jostens, principal Ashley Rainwater stands on the field at Toyota Stadium for graduation on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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May 20, 2021
With his hand over his heart, head football coach Matt Swinnea stands during the national anthem during the class of 2020's graduation at Toyota Stadium on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

[PHOTO] Swinnea tackles planning season amid COVID-19

August 17, 2020
Sitting in the Hall of Fame section of Toyota Stadium, graduates are socially distanced at the start of the class of 2020 graduation ceremony at Toyota Stadium on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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August 17, 2020
Frisco Police Department officer, and campus resources officer, Glen Hubbard was on hand at Toyota Stadium for the class of 2020 graduation on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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August 17, 2020
In their Jostens caps and gowns, the class of 2020 sits in the stands at their graduation ceremony last year. In almost a month, the Class of 2021 will join them in becoming Redhawk alumni, with caps and gowns available for pickup Wednesday and graduation scheduled for May 23 at the Ford Center at The Star.

[PHOTO] Graduation getup ready for pickup

April 6, 2021
Walking through the tunnel at Toyota Stadium, senior Amelia Jauregui smiles as she makes her to the start of the graduation ceremony at Toyota Stadium on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

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April 6, 2021
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April 6, 2021
Campus administration spent several days collecting personal items from throughout campus for students to pickup beginning Thursday with seniors. Every grade level has a different day to pick up and drop off stuff with each grade divided by last name as far as what time they can pick up or drop off items.

[PHOTO] Campus demobilization begins Thursday

May 13, 2020
Teachers throughout Frisco ISD are being adopted as part of the Adopt-A-Teacher program started by parent Kimberly Armstrong. For journalism teacher Brian Higgins, it meant a basket filled with various treats and gift cards.

[PHOTO] Appreciating teachers during COVID-19

May 11, 2020
Frisco ISD will be observing a four day weekend as Friday and Monday are school holidays with no eLearning scheduled for these two days. eLearning classes resume on Tuesday.

[PHOTO] eLearning to take a break for district holidays

April 9, 2020
Pictured by the intersection of Main St. and 2nd St., business and roads in Frisco's Rail District were nearly empty following Collin County's stay-at-home order that took effect in March.

[PHOTO] Collin, Denton Counties issue stay-at-home orders

March 24, 2020
Hitting a 3-point shot in the third OT that gave the Redhawks a four point lead they wouldn't relinquish, junior Lily Ziemkiewicz hugs family and friends at the end of the 5A Region II final in Garland. The Redhawks advanced to the state semifinals after beating Midlothian 48-43 on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020.

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March 24, 2020
With scoring at a premium in the 5A Region II final versus Midlothian, junior Maya Jain (#24) holds her hands in the air after shooting (and making) a three point shot in overtime. The Panthers led the Redhawks 4-2 at the end of the first quarter with both teams trading leads throughout the triple overtime game won by the Redhawks 48-43.

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March 24, 2020
The back and forth nature of Saturday's 5A Region II final in Garland had many Redhawks fans on their feet for the duration of all three overtimes. The Redhawks will be back on the court Thursday in San Antonio for the 5A state semifinals.

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March 24, 2020
It was a Pink Out game for the Redhawks as they hosted the Centennial Titans on Friday, Oct. 11, 2019 at the Ford Center at The Star. The Redhawks and Titans both entered the game without a win and after a close first half, it was the Titans that walked away with the 41-28 win.

[PHOTO] Football falls to Titans in season’s closest game

October 15, 2019
AP Human Geography students take part in an activity scattered throughout the hallways and rotunda. Students in AP Biology and astronomy also participate in lessons that include assignments outside of the classroom.

[PHOTO] Learning beyond the classroom

September 11, 2019
Originally cancelled by Plano ISD amidst security concerns, Thursday's game between Plano Senior High School and El Paso Eastwood High School was reinstated when Frisco ISD offered the use of The Ford Center at The Star. Making the more than 600 mile trip from El Paso to Frisco, El Paso fans arrived hours before kickoff to take in the sights at The Star.

[PHOTO] More than just a game

September 5, 2019
Before laying down the new turf, work crews had to pull up the old turf and resurface the area below the playing field. The work which was funded by the 2018 bond election, took several months to complete and will see its first action Friday night when the Redhawks host North Garland.

[PHOTO] FISD Memorial Stadium gets new turf

August 29, 2019
Rolls of the old turf at Memorial Stadium sat in the east parking lot during the turf replacement process that took place this summer. The project took months to complete and was finished in plenty of time for its 2019 debut when the Redhawks host North Garland. The new turf was funded by the 2018 bond approved by voters.

[PHOTO] FISD Memorial Stadium gets new turf

August 29, 2019
Baseball players selected a teacher to join them on the field before Friday's game. Teachers were given a jersey from their player to wear onto the field before the game and in the case of social studies teacher Jay Sommers, a full uniform. Sommers was chosen by senior pitcher and future University of West Virginia Mountaineers Tim Wynia.

[PHOTO] Titans topple Redhawks on the diamond

April 1, 2019
Girls' and boys' soccer will take the field at Toyota Stadium on Friday, March 22 to go head to head against the Lone Star Rangers. With this being the last match in District 9-5A, the girls' will have the chance to secure their spot in playoffs.

[PHOTO] Playoff spots on the line at Toyota Stadium

March 22, 2019
Posing with other Wingspan staff members on a trip to San Francisco in April 2018, editor-in-chief Kasey Harvey writes says that friend groups can change from middle school to high school and that can be a good thing as it allows a person to discover new relationships.

[PHOTO] Limiting friends can be a wasted opportunity

September 19, 2018
Receiving some social media love over the summer for its Mangonada, a mango slush with chamoy, tajin, and fresh mango chunks, Zero Degrees on Preston Road is hit or miss. Its signature drink falls a bit flat, but it's Cookie Monster shake hits the spot.

[PHOTO] Review: Zero Degrees

September 6, 2018
Anyone can complete this course either on the beach or in their bed as it is all online with the exception of the proctored final.

[PHOTO] Secondary summer school registration begins

May 14, 2018
Wingspan and WTV students Marisa Uddin, Divya Murali, Brooke Colombo, Mady Daddario, Wade Glover, Keegan Williams, Neha Perumall and Megain hold up their award certificates at the end of the JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention in Dallas.

[PHOTO] Setting the pace, WTV Daily Update wins national award

November 28, 2017
Collections boxes are set up in the rotunda for donations which will be provided to those affected by Hurricane Harvey. The donation drive is being led by student council in a partnership with the Frisco PTA.

[PHOTO] Harvey donation drive underway

September 6, 2017
Frisco's only Costco was a busy stop for gas on Thursday as drivers waited more than 20 minutes to fill up with the cheapest gas in town at $2.15.

[PHOTO] Harvey leads to gas shortages in Frisco

August 31, 2017
19 orchestra were selected to the All-Region orchestra with a chance to earn All-State honors and perform in San Antonio in February.

[PHOTO] Orchestra brings year to close with final show

May 18, 2017
Being happy can have an impact on day to day life and the Happiness Challenge hopes make happiness a habit.

[PHOTO] Challenge seeks to make happiness a habit

April 18, 2017
Currently under construction the Omni Hotel at The Star is scheduled to be opened by the time the 2018 NFL Draft would be held.

[PHOTO] NFL draft could be coming to The Star

April 7, 2017
The W Hotel in Dallas will again be the venue for prom, set to take place on Saturday April 13 at 8 p.m. Wednesday's prom hype party aims to get seniors engaged in the event and boost turnout.

[PHOTO] Hype party starts countdown to prom

March 26, 2019
This year's prom will be head at the W Hotel in downtown Dallas on Saturday from 8 p.m. -1 12 a.m.

[PHOTO] Prom ticket deadline

April 5, 2017
Hail ranging from small pellets to golf ball sized left damage throughout the area and littered yards in the region after a storm rolled through Sunday night.

[PHOTO] Trail of hail

March 27, 2017
Hail as big as golf balls cascaded down from stormy skies Sunday night.

[PHOTO] Trail of hail

March 27, 2017
The theater department competed in the District 13-5A UIL One Act Play competition on Thursday. Eight Frisco ISD schools competed with the top three advancing to the next round.

[PHOTO] Curtain closes on theater's UIL One Act Play

March 17, 2017
A table in the teacher's mailroom featured more than two dozen pies as part of the Math Honors Society Pi Day celebration.

[PHOTO] Freshman’s passion stokes fire in soccer team

March 14, 2017
Orchestra students are taking two charter busses to Orlando, Florida.

[PHOTO] Band and orchestra break early

March 3, 2017
Almost everywhere one goes on campus, blankets can be seen draped around freshmen Georgina Brown and Kia Dunlop as they try to stay warm.

[PHOTO] Breaking out the blankets

December 7, 2016
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December 7, 2016
Standing in Times Square on March 17, 2016, Wingspan staff members pose for a group picture on their last night in the Big Apple after receiving a 2016 CSPA Silver Crown Award. FRONT ROW: Henry Youtt, Maddie Owens and Arman Kafai. BACK ROW: Josh Gray, Halle Barham, Alex Moore, Sarah Philips, Chase Fritz and Jay Schlaegel.

[PHOTO] Wingspan named Crown Award winner

December 1, 2016
In Tuesday's JWAC mock election, voters could choose from the four presidential candidates.

[PHOTO] Mock election gets it wrong

November 9, 2016
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[PHOTO] Where teens spend their time online

November 3, 2016
Whether it's the city's partnership with the Dallas Cowboys or the many other developments being undertaken in Frisco, guest columnist Hallie Winterbauer thinks the the city needs to slow its growth.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Frisco needs to slow its growth

November 2, 2016
Students are dressed in their best as they hang out in the lecture hall before heading out to the opera. The Tuesday evening outing is to help launch an upcoming unit in Humanities.

[PHOTO] Dallas Opera to help launch next Humanities unit

October 25, 2016
Wearing one of the biggest mums on campus this year, senior Hallie Hunter shows off the type that annoys students such as columnist Dea-Mallika Divi.

[PHOTO] Former standout shines in NFL

October 24, 2016
FISD's 1-1 initiative is bringing many changes to the classroom, including all freshmen now owning their own Chromebook for their high school career. This change brings many learning curves for both teachers and students alike.

[PHOTO] Freshmen across district get personal Chromebooks

September 22, 2020
Journalism students pose with their honors certificates at the end of the TAJE Fall Fiesta convention in San Antonio. Students received a total of 17 honors with LibertyWingspan receiving both online and broadcast honors.

[PHOTO] Journalism students earn honors at Fall Fiesta

October 18, 2016
Friday is a holiday and Monday is bad weather make-up day which wasn't need giving students and staff a four day weekend. School resumes on Tuesday with a B day.

[PHOTO] Students and staff looking forward to long weekend

October 6, 2016
The Annual Frisco ISD Independent Study and Mentorship (ISM) Research Showcase at the Ford Center at The Star Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.

[PHOTO] ISM showcases research at the Star

January 18, 2017
A gluten free diet can be a bit challenging at times, but for WTV Executive Producer Eilidh McGarva there are plenty of foods she can still eat such as peanut butter and rice rollers.

[PHOTO] Opinion: shedding light on the gluten-free lifestyle

September 19, 2016
The Home Access Center hasn't been available for students and parents to see grades for the first three weeks of the school year but it is scheduled to go live Saturday after 4:00 p.m.

[PHOTO] HAC down until Saturday

September 8, 2016
Checking the lighting in the library, photographers have set up shop there Wednesday and Thursday for school pictures.

[PHOTO] School pictures Wednesday and Thursday

August 31, 2016
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