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The Talon

The student news site of Richardson High School

The Talon

After a lawsuit was filed by former board member David Tyson to change the district's at-large voting system, RISD board members voted unanimously on Feb. 5 to settle and move to a single-member district system.

RISD Board Settles Lawsuit, Changes How Board Members are Elected

Megan Smith February 19, 2019
After settling a lawsuit with former board member David Tyson, The RISD board announced they will move to a single-district voting system for board member elections
After teaching German in RISD for 11 years, teacher Kevin Smith got a call notifying him that German would no longer be offered as a class. Talon Photo by Kathryn Yung Photo credit: Kathryn Yung

So long, farewell, Auf Wiedersehen

Daphne Lynd November 8, 2018

After teaching German in RISD for 11 years, teacher Kevin Smith got a call notifying him that German would no longer be offered as a class. “I kind of wondered what I was going to do because I had...

During the Homecoming pep rally junior Kylee Morren is pushed by teammate Noah Ledat while playing a game of "Hungry Hungry Hippo." Photo by Chad Byrd

Students participate in the Homecoming Pep Rally just four weeks into school

Madison Triplett September 14, 2018

The football coaches had their eyes set on a game versus Garland for Homecoming resulting in an unusually early Homecoming week in mid-September. Pep rally emcee Erik Archilla said school spirit is...

After weeks of fundraising by Senior Interact, Physics teacher George Hademenos and Principal Chris Choat presented a check for $500 to the Richardson Police Department on March 23rd in honor of Officer David Sherrard, the ever first officer to die in the line of duty for RPD.

Senior Interact Helps Fallen Richardson Police

Isjina Luckett April 3, 2018

After weeks of fundraising by Senior Interact, Physics teacher George Hademenos and Principal Chris Choat presented a check for $500 to the Richardson Police Department on March 23rd in honor of Officer...

Student vs Staff Dodgeball Game Raises Money for Eagle Fund

Student vs Staff Dodgeball Game Raises Money for Eagle Fund

Madison Triplett March 19, 2018

The first student vs staff dodge ball game was held on Friday in the big gym by eagle fund to raise money for student activities such as field trips."I'm sentimental knowing that this is one of my last...

After representing RHS as an AVID demonstration site, 12 students were nominated as finalist for the Dell AVID Scholarship. Talon Photo by Ken Osadon

12 AVID Students Nominated for Dell Scholarship

Isjina Luckett March 10, 2018

After representing RHS as an AVID demonstration site, 12 students were nominated as finalists for the Dell AVID Scholarship. Nominees must maintain a 2.5 GPA, meet certain financial requirements and...

Senior Jack Ramirez works on the robot for the Urban Search and Rescue for the State Skills USA competition in April. Photo by Chad Byrd

Robotics advances to State at Skills USA

Isjina Luckett March 7, 2018

On February 16th, The RHS robotics team competed in Skills USA at Spring Field College and placed first and second in mobile robotics, and first and third in Urban and Search Rescue."I am extremely proud...

Principal Chris Choat’s familiar voice rang through the hallways as he announced through the intercom to students and teachers on Thursday that they were officially in lockdown.

A Hoax Gone too Far

Daphne Lynd February 26, 2018

Principal Chris Choat’s familiar voice rang through the hallways as he announced through the intercom to students and teachers on Thursday that they were officially in lockdown. A threat was made...

An impressive run at Regionals for the Richardson High School Academic Decathlon (AcDec) team earned a place for the team at state. “It feels incredible to make to state as we competed in the most competitive Region of the state,” senior Nuha Arefin said. “I’m incredibly proud of the team as we worked hard, and it leaves a good feeling to see it pay off.” Photo Illustration by Chad Byrd and Marian Patterson

ACDEC Earns Spot in State Competition

Deemah Pulak February 15, 2018

An impressive run at Regionals for the Richardson High School Academic Decathlon (AcDec) team earned a place for the team at state.“It feels incredible to make to state as we competed in the most...

After hearing the news that he was appointed to the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Patrick Mishler congradulates by his mom Elaine Mishler with his Father Randy Misher and head Principal Chris Choat looking on.  photo by Chad Byrd

Senior Accepted to Merchant Marine Academy

Isjina Luckett February 7, 2018

When Patrick Mishler was called down to the front office, he wondered what it could be about. As thoughts raced through his mind he walked into Chris Choat's office and saw his parents. Congressmen Pete...

On January 20th, the Richardson High School DECA team competed at the district conference which took place at North Garland High School.
“I’m very proud. I’m very proud of the leadership that’s been put in place with our DECA officers," Mr. Geffert said.

DECA team advances to state

Noelle Saenz February 2, 2018

Thirteen out of 14 students are advancing to the Delta Epsilon Chi and Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) state competition. This is the most students that have made state since Lee Geffert...

Senior Gaby Fernandez and Junior Ben Goldberg work on the Communications DJ equipment and play music for the 8th Graders visiting the school. Talon Photo By Henry Carpenter

Magnet Showcase Attracts Incoming Freshman

Marian Patterson and Madison Triplett, Staff writers January 19, 2018

In an effort to encourage incoming freshman to join magnet programs, the school put on their annual magnet pep rally and showcase. Eighth graders from junior highs around the district came to watch the...

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