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The Talon

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The Talon

The student news site of Richardson High School

The Talon

Principal Chris Choat rides on a float with his administrative team in annual Homecoming parade. Talon Photo by Xaviar Sheehan

Principal Choat and Admin Team Prepares for Homecoming

Laiba Shehzad November 1, 2024

Principal Chris Choat met with his administrative team outside his office on Friday to remind them of the altered schedule and their preparations for the Homecoming events. Despite how excited they are...

Freshman Hannah Hodges watches the solar eclipse as it reaches totality with classmates in the parking lot outside od D-hall. It was the first time since 1878 where Dallas was in the path of totality, and it won't occur again for 300 years. Photo by Leilani Gilmer Photo credit: Leilani Gilmer

Students Witness Solar Eclipse Totality During Extended Fire Drill

Jana Pulak, Editor-in-Chief April 29, 2024

Pushing the solar eclipse glasses against his temple, senior Jonathan Gil peer up at the sky, squinting to see the eclipse Earth and Space Science teacher Trey Pearce had been talking about for weeks. Suddenly,...

Seniors Katherine Mejia and Valeria Orellana hike while capturing images in the forrest for the camping trip photography contest for the communications magnet. 
“We had a list of things to capture, like a scavenger hunt,” Mejia said. “We found a really cool bird nest and we took pictures of it.

Comms Attends Annual Camp-out Where They Host Games and Team Building Activities

Jana Pulak February 25, 2024

The senior communications class scattered across the acres of camping ground, each student eager to win the photography scavenger hunt. "They were excited and so competitive because they wanted to take...

Varsity basketball player Averie Farrell prepares to make a shot in a game against Little Elm, not long before winning an award for her community service hours despite her rigorous basketball schedule. 
"Managing basketball and community service does get a little bit difficult, especially when we're in-season, but it's just like time management and thinking about doing both because they’re both a priority," Averie said.
Averie's commitment to community service as a varsity basketball player has been recognized by the 'Making a Difference On and Off the Field' campaign.

Varsity Basketball Player Wins Award for Community Service

Laiba Shehzad December 25, 2023

When Tricia Farrell hung up the phone, she felt goosebumps. She was told her daughter won an award for donating around 100 hours to her community. A year ago that day, she was feeling nervous taking her...

Senior Gabriela Vicente chats with Omni Dallas Hotel Managing Director Carolyn Dent at an event held in the Library.  
“They came down to help us with the banquet ceremony that we held in the library,”
Vicente said. The Hotel Management class partnered with the Omni to renovate their classroom to simulate a hotel lobby.

Hospitality Magnet Hosts Omni Managers

Jana Pulak December 11, 2023

As the Omni Hotel lit up, Mayra Avila and her senior classmates looked up in surprise and awe admiring the light show as the RHS Eagle’s logo danced across the massive building's LED display. “It...

Debate captain Damian Knowles, gives a pep talk to the debate team during the Jasper competition.  
"Being the congressional debate captain especially since it is a newer form of debate in our school has been going pretty well," Knowles said. "We started off with not many novices but we have grown since with more people being interested in competition." 
After decade-long debate coach, Laura Dearth, leaves her position, the debate captains step up in leadership responsibilities. Photo credit: Jesus Serrano

Debate Captains Step Up After Former Debate Coach Leaves

Jana Pulak December 9, 2023

As debate captain Damian Knowles crouched down to listen to a debate student's concerns about their case, more hands shot up all over the room. Soon, Knowles found himself scurrying across the room from...

Adriana Calderon embraces her senior band friend in a teary hug after finding out their band has won first.
"Hearing our name made me cry because how could you hold that emotion and not cry," Calderon said. "I knew that all the hard work we had put in, it was worth the win."
The Golden Eagle Band won 1st place at the US Bands Southwestern Championships after narrowly missing State at UIL regionals

After Their Best UIL Performance in Program History, Band Placed First in U.S. Bands Southwestern Championship at AT&M Stadium

Jana Pulak November 20, 2023

As the PA announcement reverberated throughout the stadium, senior trumpet player Joseph Lugo hung his arm around his friend's shoulder, nervously anticipating the results. When the announcement was made...

At the district cross country meet, Head Coach Aleyh Christopher gives encouragement to Harris Cohorn as he approaches the finish line.

With New Head Coach and New Captains, Cross Country Team Evolved With New Culture and Training Methods

Zoey Payne November 1, 2023

The sun hadn't quite peaked over the horizon when the bus filled with cross country runners turned into the parking lot for the district meet. It was bumping with music playing their favorite songs as...

Senior Dontarious Johnson hands out pizza to junior Ethan Klausing at the CTE fair in the library. Photo credit: Shea Southern

Senior Dontarious Johnson Organizes Career Expo Highlighting CTE Courses

Harper Roberts October 31, 2023

Decorated tables lined the back of the library showcasing an array of Career and Technical Education classes and organizations. As the crowd wandered in search of an eye-catching table to photograph and...

Katherine Dodgen teaches during first period Algebra 2. "She [Elaine Dodgen] was always really supportive of everything that I wanted to do," Dodgen said. "Even when there were people who doubted me, she always believed in me." Photo credit: Shea Southern

Math Teacher Katherine Dodgen and Her Family Start “Dodgen Family Foundation” Awarding Scholarships to Women in STEM

Jana Pulak, Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2023

    -- Algebra teacher Katherine Dodgen and her family debated at the dinner table over what to do with all the money their late grandmother had left them. “We would have random...

Despite all the work the sacrifices each team members made for AcDec, Schaefers said that their hard work as paid off when they placed second.

“I feel so proud of not only my team but myself,” Schaefers said. ”I feel like I have improved and that it has really prepared me for college when I graduate next year.”

Academic Decathlon Places Second State Wide for First Time in History

Jana Pulak March 11, 2023

Sitting on the edge of their seats, tensions started to rise as the announcer counted down from the top ten teams. After reaching the top three schools, Jackie Foley almost accepted defeat as the schools...

Junior Vanessa Egorah competing at state wrestling match. Photo by Jesus Serrano.

Junior Wins Texas Wrestling State Tournament

Savannah Armitage March 8, 2023

Flying into head wrestling coach Mike Roach’s arms, junior Vanessa Egorah celebrated winning the second round of the Texas Wrestling State Tournament. As she began to build momentum against her opponent...

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