DECA Advances to Nationals

By: Gaurika Gupta, Managing Editor From Feb. 19 to Feb. 21, seniors Lucia Chang and Meena Chintalapally competed at Deca’s State level to qualify for Nationals. They are now set to compete at Nationals from April 25 to April 29 at Atlanta, Georgia.  Succeeding at this event required chemistry, a mutual understanding, and collaboration efforts.  “Our teamwork is quite interesting,” Chang…

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Hadestown!

Written by: Zulaykha Ganatra The final curtain has closed, and the last performance is complete, Hadestown has officially come to an end. But there are still the memories, lessons, and connections madethroughout its production. The cast has spent months of rehearsing, learning, and growing together, turning long after-school hours into something meaningful. From intense rehearsals to quiet moments backstage, the experience became more than just a show for the cast.  “My favorite behind-the-scenes…

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Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Rives!

Recognized for her dedication to students and the school community Written by: Zulaykha Ganatra Congratulations to Mrs. Rives for being named Teacher of the Year. Her hard work and dedication inside and outside the classroom have been recognized by students, administrators, andfellow teachers. This honor highlights Mrs. Rives’ deep commitment to supporting her students while staying actively involved in our school community, something…

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Student Spotlight: Kim Kulow

This student spotlight is on Kimberly Kulow, a member of the swim team and water polo and has made it to state.  Q. What are some clubs and activities you participate in?  A. I am on a club swim team, FCST. That’s really what takes up most of my time between swim meets every other…

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Gaurika Shines at UIL!

This AHS junior’s passion for journalism is taking her to regionals! Written by: Zulaykha Ganatra Recently, at the UIL journalism competition, a junior here at AHS, Gaurika Gupta, madequite a mark. She placed first in News Writing and third in Feature Writing, earning her a spot atregionals for both categories.Students from across FBISD competed in…

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Student Spotlight: Ethan Thrower

This week’s spotlight illuminates sophomore Ethan Thrower – the first runner up in his two recent tournaments: The premier tournament, Lone Star Showdown, and the Pearland Invitational.  ■ What are some clubs and activities you participate inoutside of tennis? – “Barely making it through Algebra II. That’s pretty much it, I don’t really do too much but I hang out at…

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Freestyling their way to state!

After competing at their district meet on Sunday, Feb. 1, the boys’ and girls’ swim team proceeded to compete at regions on the weekend of Feb. 7. At districts, the girls’ team placed fourth overall and won one of three relays. Breaking a team record, they won the medley relay. The boys’ team too finished…

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Tribute to Mary Alexandra

By: Gaurika GuptaOn Tuesday Jan. 28, the boys’ soccer team honored the memory of 8-year-oldMary Alexandra during their game against Clements. Mary, a student at Oyster CreekElementary School, recently lost her life in a car accident. Mary’s loss was felt acrossthe campus as students showed up to the game to honor her memory.The game was…

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Austin’s Teacher of the Year

Zamora’s background in law enforcement inspired her Written by: Zulaykha Ganatra After ten years of teaching, Mrs. Zamora has been named Austin’s Teacher ofthe Year. With a history in law enforcement and passion for helping younger people,Mrs. Zamora has dedicated her career as a teacher to preparing students for life andcareers that fall under the…

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Cars, Candy, Costumes!

The success of this years annual trunk or treat! By: Gaurika Gupta  Service for Humanity’s Trunk or Treat 2024 was held on Oct. 28. With clubs all over campus decorating their trunks – costumes, candies, and spookiness were in the air as visitors experienced different clubs’ unique takes on Halloween.   As an annual Halloween tradition…

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