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The student news site of Richardson High School

The Talon

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The Talon

Junior Charlotte Zimmerman and senior Cole Cage perform with the Desperados at Messtival, a family-friendly music festival at the AT&T Discovery District on September 28. The Desperados followed the Eaglettes, performing their new “Play Something Country” dance and their “Only in America” routine from the back-to-school picnic. Talon photo by Henry Fair.

Eaglettes and Desperados Bring School Spirit to Messtival

Laiba Shehzad October 8, 2025

When the Eaglettes dropped down on the stage to do the splits during their Y2K hip hop routine, the crowd erupted in celebration as they body rolled back onto their feet. "Towards the end of the dance,...

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 campus was already prepared. RHS will be continuing...

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 be after the Karol G tribute and before the Post Malone...

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 the district last year. However, this year, there has been some student complaints...

Junior Aidan Dubuclet speaks to an incoming freshman about the RHS robotics program. Talon photo by Henry Fair.

RHS Hosts Annual Freshman Orientation with 30+ Student Clubs

Laiba Shehzad September 4, 2025

On August 6, RHS welcomed incoming freshmen at its annual freshman orientation, where students were introduced to school rules and given an overview of campus life and visited the Eagle’s Nest to check...

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 Reign is a majorette-style dance team that brings...

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 and make bracelets. The moment captures everything Sharma loves about the club....

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 give their best performance. The band received first division ratings at UIL this...

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, he immediately thought something was wrong. Instead, Wang told him "everything...

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 him. He hears the opposing team in the dugout...

Principal Chris Choat and assistant principal Bill Parker cut the ribbon for the Perch's grand opening. Talon photo by Ilan Ahmed.

The Roost Opens Its Doors as RHS’s First School Store

Laiba Shehzad May 12, 2025

Before the grand ceremony began, DECA teacher Lee Geffert announced he would be naming the DECA student of the year. Holding the plaques, he called senior DECA president Thatcher Bartlett to the front...

AP Literature and humanities teacher David Townsend joins hands with his students as they recite "Auld Lang Syne", a poem often sung for New Year's. Talon Photo by Xaviar Sheehan.

Beloved Teacher David Townsend Retires After 19 Years of Service

Bailey Spence May 5, 2025

As students file into class, the screen projects the day's plans as an ’80s rock song blares, foreshadowing the discussions to come. At the front of the room stands AP literature and humanities teacher...

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