TAKING CONTROL. Dominating her opponent, junior Melanie Garcia wrestles in the dual against Kingwood Park. The team has been busy competing once or twice a week to prepare for district competition.
CHRISTMAS IN COMING. On Friday at 4:00 the barn will be alive with fun, games and Santa. The event is free and open to all WISD elementary-aged students.
Coming Together for Change: G20 Summit
HARD WORK PAYS OFF. Shortly after receiving letter jackets, the top 10 students in the senior class of 2023 group together for a picture. The jacket signifies the hard work and dedication that these students put forth into their academics. (From left to right) Principal Chad Smith, Reid Henderson, Logan Hoover, Lauren Hues, Lindsey Hues, Hutton Hoegemeyer, Jonathan Rodriguez, Rylee Neumann, Marion Opel, Peyton Sewell, Ivy Nguyen.
FORE! At a recent tournament, freshman Jacob Lee drives a ball. For Lee and other freshman on the team, this first part of the season was time for adjustments to high school play.
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CUTE AND CUDDLY. Mr. Pickles roams the Ag barn entertaining the humans and animals in the building.
Precious Mr. Pickles adds joy to ag barn
by Ava Hardin, VOW staff
LOTS OF LATTES. With a chill in the air, people are flocking to Starbucks to check out their seasonal offerings.
Holly, jolly new flavors arrive
by Avery Cheatham, VOW staff
READY. SET. SHOP. Crowds of bargain hunters will use the Friday after Thanksgiving to start their holiday shopping.
Black Friday kicks off holiday shopping craze
by Avery Cheatham, VOW staff
FEAST YOUR EYES. The centerpiece of the meal, a turkey waits to be carved for the ROTC meal. The culinary arts class prepared the turkey for the event held on Thursday.
Family, friends, food bring feelings of gratitude
by Gracie Brumlow, VOW staff
TO SPACE AND BEYOND. After being Congratulations to Madeley Nichols for being accepted into the High School Aerospace Scholars program with NASA, senior Madeley Nichols takes a photo with her engineering teacher Ken Wilkerson. This program is a great opportunity to work with NASA personnel and possibly earn scholarships for college.
Teen's childhood dreams of working with NASA come true
by Alyssa Beaulac, VOW staff
Entertainment & Fine Arts
THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES. Enola once again joins forces with her brother Sherlock to solve the mystery of a disappear woman.
The new and enveloping world of Enola Holmes 2
by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
MIDNIGHTS. Taylor Swift is back to breaking records with her new release Midnights.
Someone's been rooting for the anti-hero, placing all of Midnights at top 10
by Alyssa Beaulac, VOW staff
THE NIGHT HE COMES HOME. The start of a franchise, Halloween is the original appearance of Michael Myers.
Halloween 1978 (R)
by Brody McNew, VOW staff
DOUBLE TROUBLE. Evil doppelgangers hunt a family in this suspenseful film by Jordan Peele.
Us (2019)
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
THIS IS HALLOWEEN. A modern classic, The Nightmare before Christmas is suitable for all ages.
The Nightmare Before Christmas 1993 (PG)
by Juan Meza Chavez
Fine Arts
WECLOME. Introducing the choir to the audience, choir director Laurelyn Korfage smiles at the Veterans Day concert. This is the first year for her to be head choir director.
Sing for your choir, stand for your flag
by Ava Hardin, VOW staff • Nov 15, 2022
LIVE BIG. This cast of Big Fish are now rehearsing for the musical. Performances will be in January.
Big Fish makes big start as cast begins rehearsal for musical
Nov 14, 2022
MAKING BEAUTIFUL MUSIC. The band performs Into the Blue, their marching program for the judges at area competition.
Marching band closes out memorable season at area competition
Nov 8, 2022
INTO THE BLUE. Part of the front ensemble, sophomore Noah Johnston plays his part during the 1st place performance.
Band marches to first place
Oct 4, 2022
TALENTED LEADERSHIP. Drum major Tony Silvero plays for a crowd at Berton A Yates Stadium. Band offers opportunities for art with marching performances and concert performances.
Arts add beauty, happiness to education
Sep 22, 2022
Wildkat Photo of the Week
COFFEE & COLLEGE CONVO. At the annual Coffee with the Counselors event on Tuesday, seniors Montserrat Castillo and Hatzire Estrada use the senior themed backdrop for a picture. The event encouraged seniors to visit the college and career center, share acceptance letters and ask questions about their future. Photo by Emma Lowe.
Around Campus
CHRISTMAS IN COMING. On Friday at 4:00 the barn will be alive with fun, games and Santa. The event is free and open to all WISD elementary-aged students.
CTE presents cocoa, cookies, Christmas cheer in the barn
by Jason Clark, VOW staff
HARD WORK PAYS OFF. Shortly after receiving letter jackets, the top 10 students in the senior class of 2023 group together for a picture. The jacket signifies the hard work and dedication that these students put forth into their academics. (From left to right) Principal Chad Smith, Reid Henderson, Logan Hoover, Lauren Hues, Lindsey Hues, Hutton Hoegemeyer, Jonathan Rodriguez, Rylee Neumann, Marion Opel, Peyton Sewell, Ivy Nguyen.
Students honored with letter jackets for hard work, dedication to academics
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
THATS ME. Pointing out their names on the college acceptance wall, seniors Jonathan Dozier and Colin Utecht enjoy their coffee at the Coffee with Counselors event.
Students rewarded with famous coffee for efforts towards college prep
by Emma Lowe, VOW staff
EMOTIONAL ANNOUCEMENT. After hearing her name announced as the $1000 scholarship winner senior Katie Leggett hugs cheer coach Nicole Westmoreland as Ark Church representative Courtney Small looks on.
Cheerleader honored with scholarship, hustle award
by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer
Robotiks team builds hard workers
Robotiks team builds hard workers
by Brody McNew, VOW staff
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Coming Together for Change: G20 Summit
Coming Together for Change: G20 Summit
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
MIDTERM ELECTIONS. With the midterm elections over, power really hasnt shifted much in Texas.
Holding the Line, Texas Midterms 2022
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
TARDY SWEEP SHENANIGANS. Tardy enforcement is necessary and needed, but the new sweeping policy is a tough reality.
Tardy sweep shenanigans have students running to class
by Brody McNew, VOW staff
HERO PASS. HOSA members seniors Lizbeth Sanchez and Anai Rivera encourage all students 17 and older to sign up for the blood drive on Monday. Give blood, be a hero.
Donate blood, save lives
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
ITS FALL YALL. Pumpkins, festivals and cooler weather makes fall worth celebrating.
Embrace all perfect things about fall
by John Gaspard
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TAKING CONTROL. Dominating her opponent, junior Melanie Garcia wrestles in the dual against Kingwood Park. The team has been busy competing once or twice a week to prepare for district competition.
Wrestling team sets sights on remaining season, future matches
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
FORE! At a recent tournament, freshman Jacob Lee drives a ball. For Lee and other freshman on the team, this first part of the season was time for adjustments to high school play.
Birdie! Willis boys golf prepares for their next tournament this season
by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
ANOTHER BRICK IN THE WALL. Honoring her favorite colors, senior Taylor Hayes painted her brick in green and gold.
Volleyball seniors leave their mark on program
by Rosalyn Gutierrez, VOW staff
ALUMNI WANTED. The girls soccer team will play a team composed of former players on Dec. 3.
Alumni game challenges team, prepares them for district play
by Juan Meza Chavez
RAINBOW IN THE OUTFIELD. Opting for just a crazy hat rather than an entire costume, junior Mason Bearden plays the outfield in the scrimmage.
Baseball team adds a spooky touch to practice by dressing in costumes for Halloween
by Emma Lowe, VOW staff
Multimedia
SURVIVING THE STORM. Items sporting blue for colon cancer awareness fill the table during a bake sale in support of Coach Michael Storms.
VIDEO: Surviving the 'Storm'
by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
PRETTY IN PINK. On Wednesdays senior Kamryn Willey and Chelsea Forrester wear pink to show their support for the Kats. Each day leading up to homecoming had a theme to boost excitement for the game.
VIDEO: Homecoming dress up days fill halls with spirit
by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer
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