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
Shreyas Viswanathan

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter

Shreyas Viswanathan is entering his first year of wingspan as a sophomore. During his free time, he mostly plays chess, video games and tries to keep finding ways on how to improve his cricket skills. Shreyas is currently a part of the U-17 team for the Dallas Youth Cricket League and hopes to play for the USA U-19 team one day. Outside of school, Shreyas can mostly be found either lazing around at home or playing golf occasionally.

Contact Shreyas: shreyas.viswanathan.357@k12.friscoisd.org

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The girls;

[Photo] Girls’ basketball set to face the Warriors

Haley Ward, Sports Editor
January 17, 2023
The wrestling teams faced late season challenges on Wednesday winning two out of three of their duals, but dropped some key matches. The team is looking towards the Coyote Classic on Saturday, where they hope to redeem themselves.

[Photo] Wrestling faces late season challenges

January 19, 2023
The wrestling teams head to the Trojan Tournament on Friday at 9 a.m. As on of the largest tournaments, the team is up for a challenge.

[Photo] Wrestling heads to the Trojan Tournament

January 13, 2023
Four Redhawks wrestlers, seniors James Ethan Harris and William Redden, and juniors Mercede Alvarez and Taylor Clapp head to the UIL 5A state meet on Friday and Saturday at the Berry Center. They are hoping to claim state championships and show the teams what they are capable of.

[Photo] Wrestling hits the mat at the UIL 5A state meet

February 16, 2023
The girls' basketball team dribbles into their first playoff game against Frisco High School. They aim to secure the Bi-District championship and continue their playoff run.

[Photo] Girls' basketball hits the court against Cedar Hill

December 2, 2022
The girls' basketball team plays in their second playoff game on Thursday against RL Turner High School. They look to become Area Champions and move further into playoffs.

[Photo] Redhawk girls’ basketball defend The Nest

January 27, 2023
The Redhawks girls' basketball team saw a win over the Centennial Titans on Friday at The Nest. The win holds the team's first place rank in District 10-5A, and brings their record to 7-1.

[Photo] Girls’ basketball topples the Titans

January 23, 2023
WIth an unprecedented rise of COVID cases in India over the past few weeks, many students on campus with relatives living in the country are left concerned. “Our family planned to visit our folks in India like many of my other cousins planned,” parent Sumanth Senapathi said. “Unfortunately, we all canceled ours and now hoping to see what unfolds from this near apocalypse situation in India. We don't have any clue when we will be able to go back like before. Unfortunately, if we force ourselves then we don't know if we’ll all be back safe.”

As Texas opens up, the eyes of many Redhawks look to India

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
May 19, 2021
The Redhawk book challenge is going on until the end of September. The focus is reading as many books as possible by the end of the challenge.

Friday last day to return library books

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2021
Property taxes in Texas are one of the biggest issues being discussed by the Texas legislature right now with many lawmakers hoping to lower taxes. In August, Frisco ISD lowered its tax rate for the year, but in general, Texans pay a higher proportion of their home value toward property taxes, than homeowners in almost every other state.

Texas Trio event offers information on UT, Tech, and A&M

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
April 27, 2021
With AP testing beginning May 3, students in AP classes have begun reviewing for the four-hour long exams. For AP World History, studying thousands of years worth of history consists of numerous methods of practice.

AP World History begins AP test prep

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2021
5 FCCLA students on campus have advanced to state-level competition, and have the ability to partake in a conference held in downtown Dallas this Thursday through Saturday.

FCCLA advances to state competition Thursday

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2021
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.

Graduation getup ready for pickup

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
April 6, 2021
On Oct. 4, students will be taking the PSAT, but it won't be in the paper and pencil format it has in years past. The test will now be digital, with all students taking it on an FISD issued Chromebook.

STAAR testing to be held in person

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
April 6, 2021
Up until this Thursday, staff and students have the opportunity to compete in a 4-word writing contest.

Four words, happy story

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
March 31, 2021
Frisco ISD has a long-lasting partnership with colleges in the area to provide students the ability to fulfill high school credits while also earning college credits.

Dual credit details, webinar informs FISD families on Collin courses

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2021
CollegeBoard has launched BigFutureDays, a regional series of virtual college fairs with registration now open for Texas and its regional event on March 30. “Student Search Service is a free voluntary program connecting students with information about educational and financial aid opportunities from eligible colleges, universities, scholarships, and other educational programs,” College and Career Facilitator Leslie Thompson said.

CollegeBoard launches inaugural BigFutureDays

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2021
This week, students have been meeting with their counselors and talking through their schedules for next year in social studies classes. This is an opportunity for counselors to ensure students are meeting graduation requirements and have overall chosen classes that are well-suited for them.

Counselors introduce Kindness Challenge

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
February 8, 2021
Chromebooks for seniors must be returned by Tuesday. If students are leaving Liberty but staying in FISD, they can keep their Chromebooks for their new school.

Free PSAT/SAT prep available through Khan Academy

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2021
Guest Contributor Asha James provides her perspective on the world renowned novel, Fahrenheit 451 being read in English 1 classes right now.

PAP English 2 embarks on journey on forgiveness

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
January 21, 2021
Students interested in participating in the Frisco ISD Gifted and Talented program for next academic year can be referred by parents, teachers, counselors, community members, or peers through the end of the school day on Thursday. The screening process requires teacher, parent, and self evaluations, as well as an abilities and achievement test.

GT referral window now open

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
January 21, 2021
Grand Prairie is scheduled to host the US first cricket stadium. Having this development will hopefully help to grow the popularity of the sport, and create space for international tournaments.

MLC’s first major stadium will be in DFW

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
January 7, 2021
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery registration is open. The window to register is open to Nov. 18, and the test is on Dec. 1.

ASVAB makes debut on campus

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
January 6, 2021
This piece is a part of art teacher Pernie Fallon's class. It and many others can be viewed online at the district website.

Vertical Art Show displays student artists virtually

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2020
Frisco ISD is hosting Find Your Future Night Monday at Centennial and Wakeland. Students have the opportunity to hear from representatives at private and selective schools, as well as at Big Ten schools.

District recognizes top SAT/ACT scorers, including two Redhawks

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
December 8, 2020
The Frisco Library started construction on a new location in 2021, and now it is coming close to completion. The new library has been constructed to meet the needs of the growing Frisco population,

Return to normal hours for Frisco Public Library

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
November 12, 2020
The Frisco ISD Board of Trustees is hosting its October meeting Tuesday beginning at 6:30 p.m.

FISD hosts webinar for new NNDCC program

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
November 3, 2020
Participants won't be able to gather together in their running gear or costumes for the annual Gary Burns 5K and Fun Run this year.

Gary Burns Fun Run goes virtual

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
October 26, 2020
Red Rhythm and Cheer continue the tradition of having pep rallies through an online format. Despite the circumstances, the students strive to bring school spirit and celebrate all of the fall sports organizations through the video.

Red Rhythm and Cheer introduce virtual pep rallies

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2020
Available for purchase all year long, a parking pass costs $50 for a full two semester pass and $35 for a spring semester pass. Each pass has a processing time of approximately 24-48 hours.

Parking permits now on sale

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
October 5, 2020
Limited amount of fans will be allowed in football stands this fall. Parents of athletes will be able to get tickets first, then students will be able to.

Football will be taking the field with limited fans

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
September 10, 2020
The deadline to buy senior ads for the 2023-24 edition of the yearbook is Nov. 10.

Lowest price of the year, yearbooks up for pre-order

Shreyas Viswanathan, Staff Reporter
August 31, 2020
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