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189 Students present at Science Fair
Posted on January 19, 2012Posted in Top Stories
Written by Regan Fruge', Journalism Student
On Jan. 17 and 18,freshman will participate in this year’s Science Fair, which is being held in the school library. “I’m researching animal science, determining the affects of different pH levels on Daphnia. Daphnia are small... Read more »
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DECA Promotes City’s ‘Keen on Clean’
Posted on January 19, 2012Posted in Campus Life, News, Top Stories
Written by Cole Sawyer, Editor-in-Chief
Following Cedar Park’s Keen on Clean program, senior Derin Oduye and DECA will host a cleaning of the Cedar Park community garden at Milburn Park at 4:30 p.m. today. “The garden is so dirty that no one notices it,” Oduye said.... Read more »
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Fall Festivities
Posted on November 16, 2011Posted in A&E, Beyond Campus, Top Stories
Written by Hannah Thomas
In the spirit of Fall, below are some great things to do with the family during a season filled with cooler temperatures and home-cooked meals. Pumpkin Spice Latte – To get your taste buds into Fall, try the delicious Pumpkin Spice... Read more »
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STAAR Tests to Replace TAKS Beginning This Spring
Posted on October 31, 2011Posted in News, Top Stories, Uncategorized
Written by Cole Sawyer, Editor-in-Chief
At the end of the spring semester, freshmen will be the first students to take the new STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) end-of-course exams. “The test was developed by the Texas Education Agency, in collaboration... Read more »
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Clubs Host Second Annual Texting, Driving Campaign
Posted on October 17, 2011Posted in Campus Life, News, Top Stories
Written by Cole Sawyer
It was the first time all day during senior rotations that students were silent. They listened to the words of Louis Neill, father of Scott Neill, who died in a car accident last May. “If Scott could talk, I know exactly what he’d... Read more »
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‘The Tempest’ Opens Tonight, Runs Through Saturday
Posted on October 13, 2011Posted in Campus Life, News, Top Stories
Written by Morgan McGrath
The theater department opens William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” tonight in the auditorium. The show will run Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 if purchased at lunch or $7 at the doors. Director Dona Dye said “The... Read more »
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Football begins district with 6-0 win; faces Cedar Park tonight
Posted on September 30, 2011Posted in News, Sports, Sports Center, Top Stories
Written by Cole Sawyer
The football team began district play Friday, defeating Marble Falls (now 3-2) 6-0 at Gupton. “We had a great week of practice and were focused all week on the task at hand,” senior wide receiver Chris Schneider said. The game... Read more »
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Attn Seniors: Deadlines May Be Closer Than They Appear
Posted on September 22, 2011Posted in Campus Happenings, Campus Life, News, Top Stories
Written by Morgan McGrath
Seniors, the time of the year has come for all things college. At this time of year, these eight items are essential to consider. 1. If you have not already, register and take the SAT and ACT college entrance exams. SAT Testing Dates Test... Read more »
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VRHS Ninth in Lone Star Cup
Posted on September 12, 2011Posted in Campus Life, News, Top Stories
Written by Cole Sawyer
Vista Ridge placed ninth in the 4A category of the Lone Star Cup, a statewide competition that ranks high schools based on their achievements in athletic, academic and fine arts UIL events. “We have a phenomenal extra-curricular... Read more »
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Volleyball Ranked Sixth in State
Posted on September 12, 2011Posted in Sports, Sports Center, Top Stories
Written by Cole Sawyer
Coinciding with the varsity volleyball team’s 6-1 start, the Texas Girls Coaches Association ranked the team sixth in the state in the 4A division. The team’s first non-tournament loss came Tuesday against Westwood, as the team... Read more »
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