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
Jordan Battey

Jordan Battey, Social Media Manager/Staff Reporter

Jordan Battey is a Senior entering her fourth year of contributing to Wingspan. She is beyond excited to begin this final year of expanding her own knowldge and sharing challenges with the Wingspan family. Outsode of co-hosting her podcast Dumb and Dumber, Jordan typically spends her time listening to Taylor Swift, exploring her spirtuality, and watching Ru-Paul’s Drag Race. She loves her amazing friends, supportive family, and eating Stacy’s Pita Chips.

Contact Jordan: jordan.battey.574@k12.friscoisd.org

All content by Jordan Battey
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: goodbye

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
May 19, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: W

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
May 5, 2023
AP students take AP exams in May, however, the deadline to pay for fall courses is now. Students must pay through Online School Fees by Nov. 1.

AP testing begins on Monday

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: post-prom

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
April 28, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: prom

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
April 21, 2023
Statistics teacher Stephen Rotan has implemented a project involving constructing and throwing paper airplanes. Testing two separate airplane designs against each other, students paired off and made two different hypotheses.

Statistics project takes learning to new heights

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
April 17, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: she’s back

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
April 14, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: Valentine’s Day

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
February 10, 2023
Collin College classes end Thursday, meaning students who take Dual Credit classes are no longer in session for the remainder of the academic semester. Students also have a chance to learn more about Dual Credit during advisory on Thursday.

Collin College drop deadline is Monday

Jordan Battey, Social Media Manager
January 30, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: How to live without Tik Tok

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
January 27, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: trying our best

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
January 20, 2023
Senior Shriya Pattangi was crowned as a state-recognized artist for the second year in a row. Despite being an extremely selective choir, Pattangi was able to advance with dedication and practice.

Becoming an all-star at All-State Choir

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
January 13, 2023
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: new year, new me

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
January 13, 2023
Frisco ISD is hosting a Achieve Mentor breakfast appreciation Friday 8-9 a.m.

Frisco Education Foundation Scholarship applications close Thursday

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
December 21, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: holiday cheer and a new year

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
December 16, 2022
Frisco ISD is hosting a job fair for all district positions except administrators and counselors.

Frisco ISD Job Fair held Wednesday

Jordan Battey and Luke Bishop
December 14, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: golden gooses

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
December 9, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: makeup

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
December 2, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: cuffing season

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
November 18, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: Coca-Cola

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
November 11, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: MIDnights

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
November 4, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: halloweekend

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
October 28, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: drafting embarrassing moments

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
October 21, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: remember to chew

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
October 14, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: drafting fall items

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
September 30, 2022
BeReal is a new social media app, and for many students, such as juniors Kayla Winter, Sadie Johnson and Gabbi Fasciano, the app has quickly become a favorite. The app prompts users to take a photo at a set time, encouraging people to show what they're doing in the moment.

BeReal is the new social media app on the block, and it’s here to stay

Jordan Battey, Social Media Manager
September 27, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: humpty dumpty

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
September 23, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: Judith Aluga

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
September 16, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: foot vs car

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
September 9, 2022
Students have their first four day weekend starting on Sept. 1. Staff members will be on campus on Sept. 1, but they will get a three day weekend, with Labor Day off.

Students and staff get ready for a long weekend

Jordan Battey, Social Media Manager
September 1, 2022
With college applications on the horizon, Frisco ISD is hosting their second Find Your Future Night event. It will take place on Tuesday at Memorial High School.

College representatives set up on campus

Jordan Battey, Social Media Manager
August 30, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: across the country for a boy

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
August 26, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: relationship questions

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
August 19, 2022
In this weekly podcast, editor in chief Athena Tseng and social media editor Jordan Battey talk about a variety of topics regarding high school.

Dumb and Dumber: Back and better than ever

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
August 12, 2022

Dumb and Dumber: Relationships

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
April 8, 2022

Dumb and Dumber: Millennials

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
April 1, 2022

Dumb and Dumber: 3000 questions

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
March 25, 2022
In this weekly podcast, managing editors Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng talk about a variety of topics, focusing in on things they think are dumb.

Dumb and Dumber: update

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
March 18, 2022

Dumb and Dumber: 2021

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
December 17, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: Holiday Traditions

Athena Tseng, Jordan Battey, and Ally Lastovica
December 14, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: Scientology

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
December 3, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: core memories

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
November 19, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: Emma Chamberlain

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
November 12, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: romanticism

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
November 5, 2021
The campus sees new staff members every year. However, this year, there were more than usual.

[Photo] AMSTUD re-imagines schooling with saving the system project

Saachi Kuchu, WTV Staff Reporter
November 3, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: Snapchat

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
October 29, 2021
Frisco ISD is hosting a Achieve Mentor breakfast appreciation Friday 8-9 a.m.

Frisco ISD turnover rate in line with national averages

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
October 27, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: baby clothing

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
October 22, 2021
Wednesday night, TCU, SMU, and Austin College admissions officers are going to be presenting for an Frisco ISD virtual college night.

Frisco ISD hosts virtual college night

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
October 19, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: standardized testing

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
October 15, 2021
In this weekly podcast, managing editors Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng talk about a variety of topics, focusing in on things they think are dumb.

Dumb and Dumber: The Circle

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
October 1, 2021
For students in AP classes and interested in taking the AP exams, the AP exams fee window is open and closes on Nov. 1. This is also the deadline to request a refund for students who choose not to take the exams.

AP exam fee window opens

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
September 30, 2021
Dumb and Dumber: Disney

Dumb and Dumber: Disney

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
September 24, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: “Cheugy”

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
September 17, 2021
Hispanic Heritage month serves as a month-long celebration of Hispanic culture, heritage, and contributions. For Spanish teacher Patricia Flores, this month is also a time to celebrate her Hispanic culture outside of the classroom by sharing her heritage with her family and children.  “I spent a ton of my life in Mexico, since I immigrated to America for college, so I definitely celebrate this month," Flores said. "Usually, I celebrate by preparing a special meal to share with family and friends."

Redhawks ring in Hispanic Heritage Month

Jordan Battey and Allyson Lastovica
September 15, 2021

Dumb and Dumber: growing up

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
September 10, 2021
The Redhawks fell short to the Trail Blazers 14-5 in a match on Tuesday. The team looks to continue to improve their score in their upcoming match on Friday.

Redhawks get lost in match against Trail Blazers

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
August 31, 2021
The chase for another district championship in tennis hit a detour Friday as the Redhawks fell to Lebanon Trail 15-4 to bring the team's district record to 2-1 with six matches remaining.

Trail Blazers serve the Redhawks their first district loss

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
August 30, 2021
Dumb and Dumber: breakfast foods

Dumb and Dumber: breakfast foods

Jordan Battey and Athena Tseng
August 27, 2021
Yearbook picture retakes are in the library on Tuesday from 10-2 p.m.

Yearbook pictures Thursday and Friday

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
August 25, 2021
Dumb and Dumber: rolled ice cream

Dumb and Dumber: rolled ice cream

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
August 20, 2021
New grade policy aims to demonstrate mastery in content

New grade policy aims to demonstrate mastery in content

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
August 19, 2021
Dumb and Dumber: back to two

Dumb and Dumber: back to two

Athena Tseng and Jordan Battey
August 13, 2021
The Redhawk band department returns back to pre-pandemic procedure as the mask mandate and social distancing guidelines have been lifted. “The biggest challenges we have been facing the past four weeks already during our summer band camp has been reestablishing and building the culture and climate of the band program,” assistant band director Tyler Elvidge said. “The underclassmen have never gotten to experience a true high school band season so we are relying on our upperclassmen and leadership team to set the standard.”

Band falls back to pre-COVID routine

Jordan Battey, Managing Editor
August 12, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: college tips

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
May 21, 2021
As of May 17, 397 supply kits and 283 backpacks have been donated as a part of the district's Back to School Palooza. “By hosting this event, it allows the community, residents, and parents to bless our economically disadvantaged students,” Frisco ISD Community Outreach Liaison Sharon White said.

Back to School Palooza to provide supplies to students

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: AP testing

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
May 14, 2021
Freshman Joy Kim was recognized for her exemplary achievement in visual arts by earning a Gold Seal in VASE’s annual competition.

Redhawk awarded Gold Seal in VASE competition

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
May 7, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: future advice

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
May 7, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber Dumbezt: injuries

Michael Martin, Jordan Battey, and Athena Tseng
April 30, 2021
After rehearsing for months, Red Rhythm gets ready to put on their spring showcase, Ultimate Adventure: Elements of Earth, which will be held in the auditorium this weekend.

Dancing into the weekend, Red Rhythm prepares for spring showcase

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber Dumbezt: discord

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
April 22, 2021
Diversify Our Narrative Frisco team members gather on Zoom for a meeting. The student-led campaign dedicated to fighting for more diverse and anti-racist curriculum in classrooms is currently seeking new team members for the 2021-2022 school year with applications due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Applications open for new Diversify Our Narrative members

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
April 20, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: The Legend of Korra

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
April 16, 2021
Students in tenth and eleventh grade have the opportunity to exclude a Fine Arts or Athletics program from their class rank calculation until April 16th. Eligible courses include Theatre, Tech Theatre, Dance, Drill Team, Athletic Trainer, Band, Color Guard, Athletics/Manager, Choir, and Orchestra.

Annual GPA Opt-Out opportunity is presented to students

Shreya Jagan and Jordan Battey
April 9, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: cartoons and painting

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
April 9, 2021
Every year, students across the state and country take the SAT, ACT and AP tests. Frisco ISD students are scoring highly and surpassing both state and national averages.

STAAR resumes after year-long pause

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
April 1, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: asynchronous learning days

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
March 26, 2021
Junior Kamarri Askew performs on stage in Oct. 2019. The school’s UIL One Act cast and crew members will compete Wednesday in Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, cut into a forty minute runtime.

Closing the curtain on “The Actor’s Nightmare”

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
March 23, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: TV shows

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
March 19, 2021
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
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: the new mask mandate

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
March 5, 2021

ISM application window closes Friday

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2021
A gallery of the national winners of the contest can be viewed at the Scholastic Art and Writing website (https://www.artandwriting.org/gallery). One of these winners, sophomore Madhalasa Iyer, won a Gold Key award, the highest level of recognition, in the Science Fiction and Fantasy category for her short story, “Epiphora”, and an Honorable Mention in Poetry for “Fog of War”.

Two Redhawks recognized by Scholastic for writing

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: Texas weather

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
February 12, 2021
In an interview with CNN on Dec. 3., president Biden mentioned that he is “going to keep [his] commitment that the administration, both in the White House and outside in the Cabinet, is going to look like the country.” 

Biden’s Cabinet diversity

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
February 10, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: anime and K-pop

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
February 5, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: extracurriculars and study methods

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
January 29, 2021

Grub Girls: taco taste test

Erika Pernis, Jordan Battey, and Athena Tseng
January 29, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: the presidential inauguration

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
January 23, 2021
Freshman Joy Kim was recognized for her exemplary achievement in visual arts by earning a Gold Seal in VASE’s annual competition.

Art UIL moves online through VASE

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
January 22, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: dreams and super abilities

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
January 15, 2021
Freshmen have been reading Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451. Despite what they're reading, all of this is to prepare for the English STAAR Tuesday.

PAP English II introduces new unit

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
January 11, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: the Capitol breach

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
January 8, 2021
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: Christmas break

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
December 18, 2020
As their last assignment of the semester, humanities students created a piece of artwork to highlight a topic in history that less commonly understood. “West Africa stood out to me as a large group of people that didn’t have a voice when it came to staying as their own people and culture,” Swartz said. “I put this topic into my art by revealing how the French expanded their culture on the Africans, which formed high and low social classes.

Humanities highlights history through art

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
December 17, 2020
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: the new year

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
December 11, 2020
Auditions are Wednesday and Thursday for theater's new show "The Actor's Nightmare." According to theatre director Heather Willingham, the play is a good fit for the times.

Theater UIL in the process of adjustments

Jordan Battey, Staff Reporter
December 9, 2020
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: Thanksgiving break

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
December 4, 2020
Now with three co-hosts, Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey talk about everyday things in the light-hearted podcast Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt.

Dumb, Dumber, and Dumbezt: Thanksgiving

Michael Martin, Athena Tseng, and Jordan Battey
November 20, 2020
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