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

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

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Rin Ryu

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor

Rin Ryu is a junior entering her second year of Wingspan. After becoming an active member of Diversify Our Narrative FISD, she has found a passion for speaking on social and political issues. In her free time, she can be found attempting to play one of the three abandoned instruments in her room. Rin is excited to be one of the Managing Editors this year.

Contact Rin: Rin.Ryu.353@k12.friscoisd.org

All content by Rin Ryu
AP Environmental Science students are ending off the year with a field day. Junior Judith Aluga (pictured above) played the 3 stick challenge.

AP Environmental Science ends year with a field day

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
May 16, 2023
Carolyn Bryant Donham was a central figure in one of the most significant events of the Civil Rights Movement. In 1955, she accused Emmett Till of making advances toward her, ultimately leading to Till’s murder by Roy Bryant and J.W. Milam. Donham died on April 28.

Carolyn Bryant Donham, who accused Emmett Till, passed away

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
May 11, 2023
On this week of Artistic Expressions, managing editor Rin Ryu sits down with junior Aya Boumosleh to discuss their art journey.

Aya Boumosleh

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
April 27, 2023
The NHS officers for the 2023-2024 school year have been announced. Junior Reva Kabnurkar (pictured) will be filling the role of president.

National Honor Society officers for 2023-2024 announced

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
April 26, 2023
Frisco is a hub for entrepreneurship and business, with a range of businesses from large to small. Part of this small business community is Karmic Grounds, a coffee shop launched by four entrepreneurs, including Ravi Narula, the father of senior Arshia Narula.

Small businesses gain a latte attraction in Frisco

Rin Ryu and Sarayu Bongale
April 26, 2023
Orchestra and band students will hit the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Thursday to watch the World Premiere of a new cello piece, Polovtsian Dances, and Rite of Spring. Planning to pursue music in college, senior Kavan Mehta is hoping to learn from the professionals. “I decided to go to the performance because I think it’s a great experience to see professional musicians firsthand and understand the styles, intricate details, and the musicality of the pieces they really emphasize in concerts,” Mehta said.

A “symphony” of students hit the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Thursday

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
April 20, 2023
Guest contributer Lea Garcia talks about the unnecessary and complex steps to go to the restroom. Garcia believes that, E-Hall passes are not the solution the school thinks it is.

[Photo] E-Hall passes: unnecessary and unreliable

April 14, 2023
An aesthetic movement took place in Britain from 1860 to 1900. This movement meant to escape from the horrible conditions and focusing on producing art that people deemed beautiful. Now, aesthetics have become most popular on social media.

[Photo] Social media’s obsession with aesthetics

March 31, 2023
This week on Artistic Expressions, managing editor Rin Ryu sits down with art student Katerina Yang. Pictured is one of her favorite works.

Katerina Yang

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
March 30, 2023

Social Media

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
March 7, 2023
Texas Independence Day is around the corner as many Texans celebrate.

Don’t mess with Texas

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
March 2, 2023
Band students are preparing for band placement auditions on April 26. Students will perform a short technical and lyrical etude, as well as 12 major scales and a chromatic scale for their audition.

[Photo] Looking ahead with band placement auditions

April 25, 2023
On this weeks Artistic Expressions, managing editor Rin Ryu sits down with artist Eva Soto. Pictured is one of Sotos favorite paintings.

Eva Soto

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
February 16, 2023
The Frisco ISD Board of Trustees is hosting their monthly meeting Monday at 6:30. On the agenda are SAT and ACT score recognitions and the 2023-2024 budget.

Board of Trustees holds monthly meeting Monday

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
February 13, 2023
After rescheduling, band is finally performing Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at their Midwinter concert. Redhawks are excited to show off the music they have been working on in class.

[Photo] Band Midwinter concert set for Tuesday night

February 7, 2023
After finishing solo performances, the band is getting ready for UIL competitions with symphonic band performing Monday, the symphonic winds on Tuesday, and the Wind Ensemble on Wednesday. While the band is aiming to get sweepstakes, the competition is an opportunity to grow and overcome challenges

[Photo] Redhawks soar into All-State

February 6, 2023
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[Photo] Rhea of Sunshine: the most important year in high school

February 7, 2023
Independent Study and Mentorship students are presenting their work at a gallery walk in the library Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2:50 pm. and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. All students and staff are welcome to stop by and view the presentations.

Walk through ISM students work Wednesday and Thursday

Rin Ryu and Erika Pernis
January 24, 2023
Pictured: Photo generated by DeepAIs Fantasy World Generator API with the prompt robot making art. DeepAI is just one of the many AI art bots creating human-like works of art.

Blurring the line between human and machine

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
January 23, 2023
All Texas public schools must post donated posters featuring the national motto In God We Trust as a result of Senate Bill 797. For some, the poster reminds students of Americas history while for others, the poster drives focus away from educational needs.

[Photo] “In God We Trust” brings controversy to schools

January 19, 2023
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han talks about everything pop culture.

[Photo] A Pop of Culture: farewell for now

May 16, 2023
Junior Adler Xu (pictured left) takes a selfie with his peers after the fall concert. In this weeks edition of Artistic Expressions, Wingspan sits down with Xu as he discusses his journey as a musician.

Adler Xu

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
January 12, 2023
Members of the editing staff sit down with members of the staff to discuss what its like being in Wingspan.

The Scoop: Rin Ryu

Erika Pernis and Rin Ryu
January 10, 2023
The Redhawk choir is preparing for its first cluster concert featuring singers from Anderson Elementary, Taylor Elementary, and Vandeventer Middle School Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. This concert will give younger choir students the opportunity to experience high school level choir.

First choir cluster concert set for Tuesday night

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
December 20, 2022
Due to an injury to the lead, the SpongeBob Musical has been moved to Jan. 16. Although set to run Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, after careful consideration, technical theatre director Laura Darce concluded that it would be best to reschedule the musical.

SpongeBob Musical rescheduled for January

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
November 30, 2022
Managing editor Rin Ryu sits down with ceramics student Juidth Aluga as she discusses favorite projects and challenges in ceramics.

Judith Aluga

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
November 17, 2022
On Oct. 29, tens of thousands of people headed to the center of the South Korean capital of Seoul, Itaewon, to celebrate Halloween. However, as the crowds began to grow, the night turned into one of the country’s worst disasters, with dozens injured and more than 150 dead.

Tragedy of Itaewon impacts students on campus

Rin Ryu and Rachel Kim
November 14, 2022
October is Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) History Month, a month meant to celebrate the history of the LGBTQ+ community and bring awareness to the prejudice many in the community face. It started back in 1994 when a St. Louis high school history teacher, Rodney Wilson (pictured), founded the month.

Beyond the rainbow: raising awareness and representation

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
October 31, 2022
Students are able to vote on their favorite pumpkin, but some were also able to contribute. The art departments pumpkin featured a variety of well known paintings, and was made by AP art students.

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Managing editor Rin Ryu sits down with artist Sherry Hu as she discusses her passion for art.

Sherry Hu

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
October 20, 2022
The FISD+ program launched this year, and allows students to continue with fully online or hybrid learning. While the program has its benefits and drawbacks, it provides students with flexibility to accommodate the way they learn best.

FISD+ keeps online learning available to students

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
October 18, 2022
Pictured: The sub-varsity choir poses for a picture before

Saanvi Bhasin

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
October 13, 2022
The WTV Daily Update was named as a finalist in the National Scholastic Press Associations Pacemaker competition. This is the second year in a row that WTV has received this nomination, and for the producers, it shows that their hard work has paid off.

Recognized nationally, WTV Daily Update named Pacemaker finalist

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
October 11, 2022
In this weekly podcast, managing editor Maya Silberman talks about the newest trends and the hottest drama.

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When looking at the diversity of students on campus, the stereotype arises of Asian students being inclined towards music. Many students have different relationships with music, whether they play due to parental pressures or to carry on a family legacy.

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Managing editor Rin Ryu sits down with art student Zoe Langford as she discusses her life taking art classes.

Zoe Langford

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
September 29, 2022
Despite understanding the safety concerns behind making online friends, Managing Editor Rin Ryu still connected with friends online. Thanks to these friends, she has support groups around the world to rely on.

The value of connecting with people worldwide

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
September 28, 2022
Managing editor Rin Ryu sits down with percussionist Yuktha Perneti to discuss her journey as a percussionist and the impact band has on her daily life.

Yuktha Perneti 

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
September 22, 2022
Despite the decreasing popularity of unofficial school accounts, an anonymously run confessions account still remains active. Even though the page can be a place to share thoughts and opinions, it can also be a place to spread hate and negativity.

Student-run Instagram account spreads positivity and negativity

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
September 19, 2022
Rin Ryu brings provides a take on mums and garters. The Texas tradition is something Ryu would like to disappear.

Time for this Texas tradition to wither away

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
September 14, 2022
Korean drama, Extraordinary Woo Young Woo has been the new Korean film in the spotlight. However, this series is different in that the main character is autistic. Despite the representation it brings into the Korean drama industry, critics are concerned about the stereotypes the character brings into the show.

Extraordinary Woo Young Woo misses mark depicting autistic people

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
September 7, 2022
Parents and guardians have the chance to see what is happening in various classes on campus as part of Mondays Meet the Teacher from 6-7:30 p.m. The event will allow parents and guardians to move freely throughout campus and visit with teachers as wanted.

Parents and guardians get to Meet the Teacher

Rin Ryu and Collier Guest
August 29, 2022
Managing editor, Rin Ryu talks to band member Lila Elizondo and the benefits band brings to her social life.

Lila Elizondo

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
August 26, 2022
Senior Aarushi Ray talks about Dandelion Wishes, an experimental portfolio study for her college portfolio. Thanks to this piece, Ray was able to try out a different style.

Dandelion Wishes

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
August 23, 2022
Videogame volumes

[Photo] Videogame Volumes: esports in school

August 19, 2022
Managing editor Rin Ryu talks to saxophonist Soren Ryu about his passion for jazz music

Soren Ryu

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
August 19, 2022
Hundreds of students on campus take part in the many fine arts courses offered at school and each week Wingspan profiles one such student in this weekly feature.

[Photo] Artistic Expressions: volume 15

May 12, 2023
Chilld stands out in the continuously growing bubble tea franchise. Guest Contributor Sarayu Bongale describes her experience with the restaurant.

[Photo] Chill’d brings flavorful bubble tea to Frisco

August 17, 2022
Trailing the national average by more than $7,500, Texas ranks 26th in the nation in teacher pay according to the National Education Association. In the eyes of managing editor Rin Ryu, this isnt nearly enough when viewed through the lens of the impact a teacher can have on a student.

Teachers should be paid more

Rin Ryu, Managing Editor
August 12, 2022
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Kayla Winter

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
May 17, 2022
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Suchir Mishra

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
May 3, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Hans Dalton

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
April 26, 2022
Some Redhawks have been investing in different means of cryptocurrency.

The rise and fall of cryptocurrency

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
April 19, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Haasini Busireddy

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
April 19, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Dev Sheth

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
April 12, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Eva Soto

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
April 5, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Sophie Yang

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
March 29, 2022
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Alexander Morcan

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
March 22, 2022
The fate of Gov. Greg Abbott’s directive regarding medical treatments provided to transgender children that could apply to school employees, as well as all licensed professionals who have direct contact with children, is currently on hold after a state judge ruled Friday that providing gender-affirming care is not a reason for the state to investigate a family for child abuse.

State judge puts freeze on Abbott’s transgender directive

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2022
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Sindhu Akula

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
March 15, 2022
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Cassidi McFarland

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
February 22, 2022
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Zoe Langford

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
February 15, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Hanl Brown

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
February 8, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Isaac Mo

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
February 1, 2022
Tuesday is Lunar New Year, one of the most important holiday especially for East Asians. Many students on campus are also celebrating this year. “Lunar New Year is a time when me and my family can celebrate just being able to be a family together,” sophomore Nathan Permana said. “I’ve always enjoyed being able to wake up and eat really good traditional New Year’s food.”

Redhawks celebrate Lunar New Year

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
February 1, 2022
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Yuktha Perneti

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
January 24, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Lila Elizondo

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
January 18, 2022
Chuseok

Recognizing the contributions of Korean Americans

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
January 13, 2022
Wingspans Featured Athlete for date is track runner, junior Judith Aluga.

Featured Athlete: Judith Aluga

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
January 13, 2022
In a world where fashion trends constantly come and go, there isnt too much of a fallback for one to practice sustainable shopping. As fast fashion increases, there are many aspects of the world that begin to worsen.

Shopping sustainably

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
January 11, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Vibha Immedisetty

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
January 11, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Phoenix Meyers

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
January 4, 2022

United Colors of Liberty: Khushi Verma

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
December 14, 2021
For some students, making and keeping friends is easier online. We text 24/7, we tell each other little things, how our day is going, we rant to each other, and are overall more vulnerable through text,” sophomore Nicole Azizi said. “We mainly text about our day all the time because we are so close.”

Internet friends

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
December 10, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Nathan Permana

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
December 7, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Shruti Bhoyar

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
November 30, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Madeline Wong

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
November 16, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Calvin Ransburg

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
November 9, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Saanvi Bhasin

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
November 2, 2021
Cultural appropriation takes a front seat on Halloween

Cultural appropriation takes a front seat on Halloween

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
October 29, 2021
Asexual Awareness week brings about recognition for those would fall in under the umbrella or in the spectrum of asexuality.

Shedding light on a part of the LGBTQIA+ community

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
October 28, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Fajar Shujaat

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
October 26, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Judith Aluga

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
October 19, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Sanjana Vallampati

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
October 12, 2021

United Colors of Liberty: Maria Delgado

Maya Silberman and Rin Ryu
October 5, 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.

[Photo] Dumb and Dumber: boys vs girls

May 13, 2022
Increasing influence of Asian pop culture in the United States has evoked mixed feelings from many Asian students on campus.

East Asian pop culture, ready for take off

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
September 30, 2021
In this weekly podcast, staff reporter Christine Han sits down with students from a variety of backgrounds, to learn about what makes students on campus unique.

United Colors of Liberty: Alicia Zhang

Rin Ryu and Maya Silberman
September 28, 2021
Students of color face mental health stigma

Students of color face mental health stigma

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
September 22, 2021
Chuseok

Celebrating Chuseok is changing throughout generations

Rin Ryu, Staff Reporter
September 21, 2021
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