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The Talon

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The Talon

Sophomore Rahma Shah and other students unlock their Yondr pouch as they leave school. Talon photo by Ilan Ahmed.
RHS Continues Yondr Policy After State-Wide Phone Ban
Excellant Jambo September 22, 2025

When Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1481 on June 24 requiring schools to prohibit students from using personal devices during the school day, this...

Senior Desperados officer Mia Ortiz, senior Joel Gray and the rest of the Desperados rehearse their “Play Something Country” routine in preparation for Messtival. Talon photo by Marcelo Zuniga.
Eaglettes and Desperados Prepare to Take Stage at Messtival
Laiba Shehzad September 22, 2025

The Eaglettes and Desperados will perform at Messtival, a weekend-long, family-friendly music festival, on September 28 at...

RHS continues to use an AI-powered platform called Timely to create students' schedules after it was first introduced by the district last year. However, this year, there has been some student complaints over their schedules. Talon graphic by Laiba Shehzad.
Students and Staff Grapple Over the Use of AI to Create Schedules
Laiba Shehzad September 12, 2025

RHS continues to use an AI-powered platform called Timely to create students' schedules after it was first introduced by...

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Senior varsity baseball player John Potter goes through warmup exercises before their game against Irving High School. Talon photo by Henry Fair
Senior Excels as Pitcher Despite Life’s Curveball
Laiba Shehzad May 15, 2025

As senior varsity relief pitcher John Potter steps up to the mound for the first baseball game of the season, he can feel every eye looking straight through...

Senior Winnie Goodson holds up the Bi-District championship trophy while celebrating with teammates. Talon photo by Henry Fair
Varsity Soccer Seniors Make Playoffs for Fourth Year in a Row
Cameron Neal March 21, 2025

The stands were dead silent and tensions rose as everyone focused on the pitch. Suddenly, the crowd erupted into cheers as...

Senior varsity basketball captains Tristan Aldridge and Averie Farrell are brought to tears in post-game huddle in their final Senior Night game against Lake Highlands High School. Talon photo by Hudson Morris.
Girls Varsity Basketball Goes Undefeated for First Time in 10 Years
Bailey Spence March 6, 2025

Senior varsity basketball captains Tristan Aldridge and Averie Farrell promised each other that they would both score 1,000...

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Senior Year, First Phone
Ilan Ahmed September 22, 2025

I rushed out of school as fast as I could to my parent's car while they wondered why I was so late. As I make my way to the...

Prioritizing Education, Why Texas’ Phone Ban Should Stay
Excellant Jambo September 22, 2025

On June 24, Texas passed a bill mandating a statewide phone ban in public schools. While some argue that the policy limits...

The Talon Votes for Securly Pass to be Removed
Talon Staff April 30, 2025

The administration introduced a new digital hall pass system called Securly Pass, where students to request a pass online...

Junior Tobi Akintunde performs in the spring pep rally for Purple Reign. Talon photo by Zoey Payne
Purple Reign Brings HBCU Dance Style and Spirit to RHS
Excellant Jambo May 28, 2025

In a world of twirls, energy and teamwork, RHS’s Purple Reign dance team is doing more than just performing, they’re building a legacy.Purple...

Sophomore president Siya Sharma and sophomore vice president Emirah Nadzaku guide members through a dress-making activity during Fashion Club’s final meeting of the year. Talon photo by Ilan Ahmed
Fashion Club Brings Students Together with Style
Skylar Stringer May 28, 2025

Sophomore president Siya Sharma looks around the room and smiles. Laughter echoes through the walls as students trade candy...

Senior Ella Wang rehearses for the "SIX" musical as her character Anne Boleyn. Talon photo by Ray Brosnahan
Senior Pursues Theater Both Onstage and Off
Laiba Shehzad May 28, 2025

When senior Ella Wang walked up to associate producing artistic director JC Schuster in the tech room at WaterTower Theatre,...

Senior varsity baseball player John Potter goes through warmup exercises before their game against Irving High School. Talon photo by Henry Fair
Senior Excels as Pitcher Despite Life’s Curveball
Laiba Shehzad May 15, 2025

As senior varsity relief pitcher John Potter steps up to the mound for the first baseball game of the season, he can feel...

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Senior Desperados officer Mia Ortiz, senior Joel Gray and the rest of the Desperados rehearse their “Play Something Country” routine in preparation for Messtival. Talon photo by Marcelo Zuniga.
Eaglettes and Desperados Prepare to Take Stage at Messtival
Laiba Shehzad September 22, 2025

The Eaglettes and Desperados will perform at Messtival, a weekend-long, family-friendly music festival, on September 28 at 3 p.m. The performance will...

Sophomore president Siya Sharma and sophomore vice president Emirah Nadzaku guide members through a dress-making activity during Fashion Club’s final meeting of the year. Talon photo by Ilan Ahmed
Fashion Club Brings Students Together with Style
Skylar Stringer May 28, 2025

Sophomore president Siya Sharma looks around the room and smiles. Laughter echoes through the walls as students trade candy...

The band received first division ratings at UIL this year, maintaining its consistent record of top-tier performances. Talon photo by Ray Brosnahan.
Band Continues Streak of Top UIL Performances
Jaqueline Gomez-Lopez May 28, 2025

Sophomore clarinet player Jake Hopkins, along with his fellow band members, trembled with anticipation but were eager to...

Senior Ella Wang rehearses for the "SIX" musical as her character Anne Boleyn. Talon photo by Ray Brosnahan
Senior Pursues Theater Both Onstage and Off
Laiba Shehzad May 28, 2025

When senior Ella Wang walked up to associate producing artistic director JC Schuster in the tech room at WaterTower Theatre,...

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