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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
Maddie Aronson

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor

Maddie Aronson is a senior, and joined Wingspan her junior year. She loves attention, oreos, and fun earrings, and is looking forward to a career in environmental science. Maddie is also on the school volleyball and wrestling team, and is the president of the SAGA club on campus. She loves spending time with her friends, and drinking boba tea with other members of the Wingspan staff, and is excited for another year in the program.

Contact Maddie: madeline.aronson.981@k12.friscoisd.org

All content by Maddie Aronson
Seniors have the opportunity to take their cap and gown photos this Thursday.

[Photo] Preparing for graduation, caps and gowns now available for purchase

Anurupa Roy, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Arda Can

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
May 4, 2020
In the fall, 72 teachers were nominated by schools throughout the district with one teacher per school selected. On Thursday, FISD Superintendent Dr. Mike Waldrip honored all 72 and then named the final 10 candidates for T.O.Y. with biology teacher Chris Ham selected as a one of the final five finalists for secondary Teacher of the Year. The 2019-2020 elementary and secondary Teacher of the Year will be announced Thursday during another live Facebook stream.

Ham named a finalist for Frisco ISD Teacher of the Year

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
April 24, 2020
Senior Megan Weidenbach is an artist and wrestler on campus. She plans to further her education at the University of Oklahoma.

Megan Weidenbach

Maddie Aronson, Manging Editor
April 22, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Lauren Head

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
April 20, 2020
Ally Lastovica

Ally Lastovica

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
April 15, 2020
After removing 10 UV LED light eyewear sterilizers from schools across FISD, these cabinets were moved to Frisco Fire Stations, to help clean first responder's eyewear. Using this with other safety measures, first responders are using extra precautions like this to limit the spread of disease as much as possible.

FISD sterilizing lab equipment now helps first responders

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
April 8, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Chloe Zonis

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
April 6, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Sarah Ramos

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
March 30, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Antonia Knapp

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
March 2, 2020
Pictured: Red Rhythm coordinator Nicole Nothe and previous sponsor. Monday evening, Red Rhythm dancers gathered for one final event at the end-of-year banquet. This is bittersweet for senior lieutenant Sophia Reeves. "I get sad knowing it’s the last moment we will have as a team," she said.

An extra day for all, a special birthday for a few

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 28, 2020
Frisco ISD is hosting a job fair at Lebanon Trail High School Saturday from 9 to 11:30 a.m.

[Photo] Preparing for the future with first ever career fair

Ananda Ghoshal, Staff Reporter
February 26, 2020
Posing with their medals, seniors Daley Burkett, Tristan Seales, and Emily Corona celebrate the end of the wrestling season at the state tournament at Cypress Fairbanks area. After months of regular season, and three weeks of UIL finals matches, Redhawk wrestling returns with six athletes taking top six in Texas for their weight class.

Six state placers end season with a bang

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 24, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Pablo Alvarez

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 24, 2020
Coffee with the counselors is a monthly meeting to give parents and students another way to stay informed.

Counselors host advanced academic panel Thursday morning

Alyssa Murphy and Maddie Aronson
February 19, 2020
Squaring up with his opponent, senior Prince Ugoh looks to take a shot. The Redhawks take the mat Wednesday as the 2021-2022 wrestling season begins.

Success at regionals sends eleven wrestlers to state

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 18, 2020
Wednesday at 5:00 p.m, the girl's powerlifting team will be heading to Memorial High School, to compete in the 202 district meet. Taking the most girls in school history, the team is looking to score big and move onto regionals.

Putting their strength to the test

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 12, 2020
13 Redhawks advanced to the 5A Region II tournament at Independence High School after placing in the top four of their respective weight classes at the District 8-5A tournament Friday and Saturday The Colony High School.

Wrestling teams take 2nd at district meet

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Stephanie Qiu

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2020
Heading into UIL season, senior Karina Quiros has spent the last few weeks focusing her mindset and energy on polishing finishing touches to prepare for the district tournament. After placing in state as junior, Quiros is looking to take the state title in her last high school season.

A lifetime of dedication put to the final test

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 7, 2020
Squaring up with his opponent at Trinity Trojan Invitational, Freshman Mitchell Bornyack looks to shoot. The Trojan Invitational is one of Redhawk wrestling's biggest tournaments of the year, and with Bornyak placing fourth out of 64 competitors in his weight class, there are high expectations for what he can accomplish in just his first high school season.

A ‘diamond in the rough’

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 6, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Taylor Nwamadi

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
February 3, 2020
Headed down to the state capitol, Youth and Government will have the chance to participate in the annual State Conference from Jan. 30, 2020 to Feb. 2, 2020. Having worked on crafting a bill for countless hours prior to the conference, the students will get hands on experience in the lawmaking process as they present their bill.

Youth and Government looks to set the bar with their bills

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 31, 2020
In a weekend of many matches, The Redhawks came out victorious over McKinney Boyd. For both the girls' and boys' teams, the meets were a success.

Final dual of the season brings tough competition

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 30, 2020
Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, during advisory will be filled with music and dance as student council set up the game 'Just Dance' in the gym. By doing so, STUCO looks to help relieve stress for students on campus.

[Photo] 'Just Dance' stress away Friday during advisory

January 31, 2020
Celebrating coach Cody Bridwell's 100th win, the team poses for a picture with Bridwell's new plaque. The team's dual season is over, but the team is now looking forward to bigger things to come at the district tournament Friday Feb. 7.

Last dual of the season brings Bridwell 100th win

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 30, 2020
Competing in the Rumble at The Rock on Friday and Saturday, the wrestling teams saw improvement placing the highest out of the district teams at the tournament. Their results against tough competition give them motivation heading further into the season.

Wrestling ends in mixed results

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 27, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Sanjana Muhale

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 27, 2020
The Redhawks wrestling teams competed in the Santa Slam where they faced 6A schools. Being a team composed of mainly underclassmen, this tournament gave the team some challenges.

Redhawks take to the mat against Coyotes and Bearcats

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 23, 2020
Competing in the Trinity Trojan Invitational, junior Michael Breslav looks to take down his opponent, and work to score points for his team. On Thursday, the boys and girls took down Independance and The Colony High School, continuing their district win streak as they approach Districts.

Double win for wrestling, taking down the Knights and Cougars

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 17, 2020
The Euless Trinity Trojan Classic ended with four boys and two girls having placed in the top six over the weekend.

Pinning down more victories

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 13, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Jahson Ferguson

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 13, 2020
The Redhawks are gearing up to compete in their last home meet of the season against Centennial and Lebanon Trail High Schools. The athletes will take the mat on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Nest.

Redhawk wrestlers tackle Trinity Trojan Classic

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 10, 2020
For the third day of the competition, FFA students will be showing rabbits, who will be judged on size, ears, fur, and other characteristics. The students arrive prior to the competition to set up cages and prepare their animals for their appraisal.

FFA students show their livestock at junior competition

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 8, 2020
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United Colors of Liberty: Kimia Bordbar

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
January 7, 2020
Keeping competition up over the break, wrestling prepares to take on the Copell Santa and Mrs.Claus Slam Saturday Dec. 20, and finish up the break at the Grapevine Invitational for the boys and the Knights Invitational for the girls. Winter break will give the athletes 6 days of rest, but will return to practice and conditioning for the remaining days of their time off of school.

Winter break approaches while wrestling keeps rolling

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 20, 2019
Looking for a pin, senior Karina Quiros works her moves against her opponent from North West High School. For Senior Night, Quiros hopes to keep her district winning streak alive and excited to honor the seniors at their last home dual at 6:00 p.m. with Wakeland and Lebanon Trail.

Senior Night at wrestling’s last home dual of 2019

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 19, 2019
As a second year wrestler, junior Price Ugoh begins his match in the 220 lb weight class. In his first year of wrestling, Ugoh had an undefeated season, and is now looking to sustain his record this season.

Mixed results from a weekend of wrestling

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 16, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Franny Trezza

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 16, 2019
Redhawks have a lot on their plate as both teams take on the Memorial Warriors and the Lebanon Trail Blazers Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. Going their separate ways, the girls team make their way to the Texas Women’s Classic at Lewisville High School Friday and Saturday, and the boys compete in the Raider Invitational on Saturday at Wylie East High School at 9:00 a.m.

Redhawks plan to take on both the Warriors and Rangers

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 12, 2019
Parking permits are on sale for students for the 2023-24 school year. Permits for the second semester cost $35.

Parking spots open up as new lot is completed

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 11, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Michael Breslav

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 9, 2019
Wrestling took second in two different tournaments over the weekend with girls' competing in the Coppell Cowgirl Classic and boys' in the Liberty Throwdown. Reflecting their success, senior Princess Egbuchunam placed first in the 165 lb weight class.

Wrestling claims another victory

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 9, 2019
In their first duel against Northwest High School, senior Gervante Thompson looks to gain control of his opponent. In their upcoming duel and tournaments this weekend, the team is looking to hold their record on the girls side, and push for higher ranking with the boys.

Wrestling revs up for three more days of competition

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 5, 2019
Since its debut in 2005, Cyber Monday now has 60% of millennials shopping online. However, this can mean students shopping during classes and possible scams.

Catching deals on Cyber Monday

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 2, 2019
The 11th Annual Heath Invitational at Rockwall Heath High School brought success for the wrestling team on Nov. 22-23, 2019. Despite this being during break, girls' finished in first place and boys' finished 6th.

Wrestling tackles the start of the season

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 2, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Laura Young

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
December 2, 2019
Seniors Vaibhavi Bamane, Megan Mills, and Meri Tamiru attended the first day of the International Thespian Society Festival. The festival is hosted at the Gaylord Texan hotel in Grapevine.

Changing the scene, theater members attend ITS Festival

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 21, 2019
Senior Karina Quiros Zarate (top) takes down senior Emily Corona (bottom) during practice. With their season just kicking off, wrestling prepares for three consecutive days of dual starting Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019.

Wrestling team launches into season

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 21, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Taylor Nwamadi

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 18, 2019
volleyball home game

Redhawk volleyball players recognized across Frisco ISD

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 13, 2019
Counselors are a resource for students to reach out and share what they are going through so that they may have that support system at school. Wingspan's Ana Toro shares her thoughts about speaking up to a counselor.

College admissions 101 at Coffee with the Counselors

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 13, 2019
Jostens owner Larry Harper and his team set up a booth in the cafeteria, to let students turn in forms and ask questions. The team is on campus Wednesday, from advisory to 6:00 p.m.

Orders due for cap and gown packages

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 13, 2019
The Redhawks cruise through district 5-9A with an undefeated season, and are now working their way through playoffs. In their Tuesday match against Lovejoy, the team looks to take down Lovejoy, another team with an undefeated record, and continue their playoff season.

Third time hopes to be a charm

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 12, 2019
Freshmen Eric Corona and Devon Hlavenka begin their dual during the annual Red vs. Black scrimmage on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. With wrestlers split into two teams, coach Bridwell and his wrestlers took the victory.

Red vs Black scrimmage rolls wrestling into season

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 11, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Meghana Manwadkar

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 11, 2019
In their second round of playoffs against RL Turner, sophomore Paeton Davis blocks the ball from even crossing the net. The team came out with a win, and will advance to the next round of district.

Volleyball grabs area championship 3rd year in a row

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 8, 2019
Senior Lauren Ransom reached her 2000th assist of her varsity career during the team's district game against Centennial. The season marks a record breaking year, with Ransom setting a new record with assists, senior Jenna Wenaas setting the record for kills, and both athletes earning 100 wins as a varsity athlete.

Setting records, Wenaas and Ransom reach new heights

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 6, 2019
The Redhawks take it to the court Friday for a District 9-5A volleyball game. The Redhawks look to lay their losing streak to rest and bring home a win.

Volleyball defeats Princeton in first playoff game

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 5, 2019
While Heritage celebrated senior night, the volleyball team recognized head coach Ui Womble for her 300th varsity win with the Redhawk program. With Ransom and Wenaas hitting 100, and Womble reaching her 300th victory with the Redhawks, the team has had a lot to celebrate this season.

Redhawk volleyball sets up for first round of playoffs

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 4, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Suaiba Syeda

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
November 4, 2019
Emerson, Frisco ISD’s 11th high school, has increased to cost $111.6 million dollars. A combination of factors, including a labor shortage, tariffs, and the addition of features not included in the original plans have led to this increase.

[Photo] Emerson cost escalates

Aaron Boehmer, Managing Editor
November 4, 2019
While the snake can currently fit in the palm of librarian Chelsea Hamilton's hand, corn snakes can grown up to about 5 feet long. On a steady diet of mice and other small rodents, Snapey Snake will reach full size in about 7 years.

Cold-blooded attraction

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 31, 2019
The Redhawks ended their 2019 District 9-5A season with a 3-0 win over 2nd place Lebanon Trail on Tuesday in The Nest. The Redhawks finished district play at 18-0, becoming the first team in Frisco ISD history to go 18-0. The team opens the playoffs Monday by taking on Sherman at Anna High School with first serve coming at 7 p.m.

Senior night, school rivalry, and staying undefeated

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 30, 2019
Wearing her newly awarded Under Armour All-American jersey, senior volleyball player Jenna Wenaas is just one of several athletes recognized for their accomplishments at an athletics department ceremony Tuesday during advisory. The ceremony was the first of its kind and was the inspiration of campus athletic director and head football coach Matt Swinnea. “I think that we as a community, as an athletic program, are a big part of the school," Swinnea said. "So if we're having a good time, and loving each other, then the school will do the same thing.”

Student athletes celebrated, on and off the court

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 30, 2019
For students set to graduate before 2015 that received inadequate TAKS test scores, graduation was deemed impossible. However, a new program implemented allowed 14 former students to receive their high school diploma.

Former students get a second chance at diploma

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 28, 2019
With just one game left in District 9-5A play, the Redhawks kept their streak alive on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, against Heritage making it their 17 straight win.

Perfect season continues, sights set on playoffs

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 28, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Megan Gi

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 28, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Garin Varjian

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 21, 2019
Senior Lauryn Hill puts up a block in hopes of running a successful defense. Hills enters Friday's game against Independence just three kills short of 1000 in her career.

14-0, volleyball takes down the Rangers

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 16, 2019
The Redhawks choir is performing its first concert of the year Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. “I think the fall concert is a great way to demonstrate where we’re at to start with, and know where to grow from there,” choir director Toni Ugolini said. “I’m really excited to have everybody on the stage and have everybody else hear what we’re working on so far.”

Choir kicks off fall concert

Maddie Aronson and Lucas Barr
October 16, 2019
Students all across the district are beginning to start their original work, and are finding ways to turn their knowledge into a projects to present at the Original Work Showcase in January. Each student is coming up with their own idea, and creating a work that is specific to their field.

ISM students introduce original works

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 15, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Dorothy Collier

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 15, 2019
The debate of whether or not to decrease the school week is ongoing. With several districts moving to this new format, it is no surprise many have something to say about it.

Staff development day gives students a four day weekend

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 9, 2019
Volleyball home game

Volleyball seeks straight set win against Titans

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 8, 2019
Helping to raise funds for Harper Manning, daughter of history teacher and basketball coach Ben Manning, volleyball hosted a fundraiser along with their game against Reedy on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019.

Redhawks tame Lions on Friday

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 7, 2019
WFAA's meteorologist Peter Delkus forecasted high temperatures across the board in Texas on Twitter. The map shows Dallas was forecasted at 95 degrees Fahrenheit on Wednesday, Oct. 4.

Hot, hot, heat

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 4, 2019
The volleyball team takes on the Reedy Lions on Friday at 5:30 p.m. at home. Proceeds from the game will go to basketball coach Ben Manning's family, in support of his daughter Harper, who was born last spring with a life threatening congenital heart defect.

Hitting for Harper

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 4, 2019
Junior DD Bova Ford and her teammates have been battling all season to keep their perfect record in place. The team took a monumental step this season, by beating Wakeland at their home court for the first time in 6 years.

District win streak hits 10 as Redhawks beat Wolverines

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 2, 2019

Students turn into pick up ping pong game

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 1, 2019
Volleyball looks to keep their title of "District Champs" for the third year in a row. The team takes on Reedy at the nest at 6:45.

Hot Redhawks look to break losing streak

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
October 1, 2019
Losing the first set by 10 points (25-15), the Redhawks won the next three sets (26-24, 25-20, 25-18) to earn the 3-1 win, and bringing Lebanon Trail's 11 game winning streak to an end. The Redhawks own winning streak moved to 11 games with the team now 9-0 in district play.

In a battle for first, Redhawks prevail

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 30, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Sarah Ajayi

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 30, 2019

Jenna Wenaas

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 27, 2019
In 2018, the Redhawks faced off the Trail Blazers, in a showdown that began the rivalry. In their match Friday, the two teams are facing off to defend their undefeated positions.

Battle of the unbeatens

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 27, 2019

Cherished tradition

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 26, 2019
With the new school year, some changes to the dress code policy have been made.

[Photo] Dress code undergoes alterations

Ananda Ghoshal, Staff Reporter
September 25, 2019
Volleyball prepares to spike the ball over the net in a match against Frisco High. The Redhawks play the Heritages Coyotes at 6:30 p.m. at home.

Serving to retain perfect district record, volleyball aims to beat Coyotes

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 24, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Emma Varela

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 23, 2019
Senior Kyla Crawford looks to score a point against the Independence Knights on Friday. After eight games, the team remains undefeated as they prepare for another contest on Tuesday against Heritage at home.

Besting the Knights, Redhawks keep win streak alive

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 23, 2019
From 1982, banned book week honors the first amendment. Here on campus, the library is honoring this week by putting out banned books for students to check out.

Once in the shadows, now in the spotlight

Maddie Aronson and Eden Brim
September 23, 2019
Forms are available in the counseling office for students to drop an AP class. This will be the only opportunity for students to drop throughout the year.

AP and PreAP window to drop opens

Maddie Aronson, Managing
September 20, 2019
Freshman Grace Deshetler is kicking her high school career off with a running start in cross country. Deshetler likes the ability teammates to push each other in the sport, and plans on running all throughout high school.

[Photo] Featured Athlete: Grace Deshetler

August 27, 2019
Jenna Wenaas goes up against player from all around the world, while playing on the under 20's team, for USAV over the summer. Wenaas played with some of the top players in the country, and competed with some of the best in the world.

Wearing red, white, and blue, Wenaas soars with Team USA

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 19, 2019
Pictured is a collection of the confiscated vapes in Officer Glenn Hubbard's office. Vapes from across campus have been collected by teachers and administration to help lessen the epidemic.

[Photo] Frisco ISD hosts vaping seminar amid national crisis

September 18, 2019
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United Colors of Liberty: Stephanie Chung

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 16, 2019
Redhawks claim their eighth straight win in the District 9-5A season after dominating against Lone Star 3-0 on Friday, Sept. 13, 2019. Volleyball looks to continue this streak as they take on Frisco High on Tuesday.

Winning streak hits 8 as volleyball sweeps Lone Star

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 16, 2019
Senior Jenna Wenaas sets the volleyball during the varsity volleyball game on Tuesday September 10. The Redhawks defeated the Memorial Warriors 3-1, and look to continue their five game win streak on Friday against Lone Star at home.

Looking to serve six for six, Redhawks take on Lone Star

Maddie Aronson, Managing Editor
September 13, 2019
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