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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 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 meetings during dinner...

Mark Hutchins teaching a lesson about theatre sets to elementary students. Its pretty much performing in front of those kids because you need to be interactive constantly to grab their attention, youve got to grab their attention, be exciting and out there, said Hutchins

Senior Mark Hutchins Teaches Technical Theatre to Elementary and Junior High Students as Part of Teaching Internship Program

Jana Pulak October 16, 2022

Projector controller in hand, senior Mark Hutchins felt a sense of pride and satisfaction course through him as he taught students at West Junior High about scenic design. Hutchins interns at Arapaho...

On Thursday, the Richardson ISD Board of Trustees will vote on a proposal to purchase magnet-locked phone pouches to enforce the district cell phone policy.

District Leaders Propose Pilot Program Prohibiting Cell Phone Use in Secondary Schools

Savannah Armitage August 10, 2022

On Thursday, the Richardson ISD Board of Trustees will vote on a proposal to purchase magnet-locked phone pouches to enforce the district cell phone policy. Interim Superintendent Tabitha Branum, along...

RISD School Board President Regina Harris tearfully reads a statement from Jeannie Stone following the boards vote to accept her resignation as superintendent of the school district. Photo credit: Savannah Armitage

RISD Board of Trustees Votes to Accept Resignation of Dr. Stone as Superintendent

Savannah Armitage December 13, 2021

At an emotion-filled school board meeting Monday night, the Richardson ISD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to accept the resignation of RISD Superintendent Jeannie Stone. In a joint statement with...

JROTC students walk towards their next destination during the afternoon to get started on their next activity of the day. Talon Photo by Jesus Serrano

JROTC goes to Camp Maxey

Jana Pulak December 9, 2021

With a rope gently sagging from one side of a creek bed to the other about 10 feet above the ground, Cadet Private Charli Warren tried not to think about how much trust she was putting into the one rope,...

At the Eagle-Mustang stadium, Anna Walker shoots the pep rally event as it was being projected on the video board next to her. The most interesting part of my job is all the spontaneous stuff while filming, Walker said. Photo credit: Savannah Armitage

Communication Magnet Runs New Scoreboard at Football Stadium

Jana Pulak December 9, 2021

As sweat beads dripped down Anna Walker's face, she readjusted the bulky camera hiked onto her right shoulder as she looked into the camera's viewfinder before she looked back towards the event in front...

During the 1st homecoming parade since COVID, the cross country team holds out their hands to high-five teachers passing by as they approach the judges stand, hoping to catch their eyes with their vibrant colored outfits. We were dressed up like we were on vacation, cross country runner, Maryam Kassem said. Photo credit: Mallory Derrick

1st Homecoming Parade Since COVID Raises Donations For RISD’s Clothes Closet

Jana Pulak December 9, 2021

Scorching in the Texas heat, the cross country team walked with their colorful tie-dye tank tops along with a pair of gigantic sunglasses and decorative hats. As they approached the judge's stands, Maryam...

On Wednesday, November 3rd, Richardson ISD’s updated mask policy went into effect for junior high and high schools in the district. Face masks are now encouraged but optional for all students and staff after the downward trend in active COVID-19 cases in RISD schools.

District Rescinds Mask Mandate for Secondary Campuses, All Campuses After Semester Break

Abigail Smith November 12, 2021

On Wednesday, November 3rd, Richardson ISD’s updated mask policy went into effect for junior high and high schools in the district. Face masks are now encouraged but optional for all students and...

Inspired by the TikTok trend called Devious Licks, students vandalized school property and are now facing criminal charges and school-related consequences. We are going to prosecute, and enforce the student code of conduct as harsh as we can, Principal Chris Choat said. Photo credit: Shea Southern

Students Vandalize School Following TikTok Trend, ‘Devious Licks’

Jana Pulak September 25, 2021

After several students were caught vandalizing school property, following the TikTok trend "Devious Licks," Principal Chris Choat made an announcement addressing the legal issues that will arise if students...

Esports Adviser Henry Vo and Overwatch Captain Greg Smith whisper to each other before the school board recognizes the team for their victory at Nationals. Talon Photo by Shea Southern

School Board recognizes Nuclear Eagles esports team after winning national tournament

Abigail Smith September 24, 2021

The Nuclear Eagles Overwatch A-team was recognized by the School Board on Monday for their win in last June's Electronic Gaming Federation High School tournament, after closely defeating rival school Crespi...

Senior Mya Johnson stands with Senior Marcellus Dennis after being named homecoming queen. Mya was crowned at the MacArthur home game to make up for missing the homecoming game after being contact traced. Talon Photo by Mallory Derrick Photo credit: Mallory Derrick

Homecoming Queen Leaves Before Halftime Ceremony Due to Contact Tracing

Leila Saidane November 12, 2020

As tears streaked through her makeup and down her cheek, senior Mya Johnson's dress twinkled under the stadium lights as she sat in her mom's car during homecoming halftime festivities. She was able to...

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