THE MAN. THE MYTH. THE LEGEND. A celebration of Coach Dana Fossmo is planned for May 26 at 3 P.M.
SQUEEZE! Hank and Clint from Brabham Middle school compete in a dual at Huntsville High School. The two students learned how to wrestle two weeks before the competition.
STRIKE A POSE. Ending their national champion kick routine, members of the Sweethearts close the dance in style.
LOADS OF SUPPORT. Xpress Laundrys Sam Prasla, senior Sonia Harper and WISD Director of Special Programs Debbie Walker kick off the Loads of Love Program at XPress Laundry in Willis.
ONE NIGHT ONLY. Mr. Wildkat is Saturday at 6 P.M.
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THE MAN. THE MYTH. THE LEGEND. A celebration of Coach Dana Fossmo is planned for May 26 at 3 P.M.
Legendary coach retires, leaves mark on hearts of Wildkats for decades
by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
LOADS OF SUPPORT. Xpress Laundrys Sam Prasla, senior Sonia Harper and WISD Director of Special Programs Debbie Walker kick off the Loads of Love Program at XPress Laundry in Willis.
Loads of Love program aides community, earns senior top Girl Scout award
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
Cadets march in a two-by formation along SH 75. They stayed silent and marched in a formation for the first two miles to honor the history.
Cadets remember fallen soldiers with Bataan Death March
by Gaby DeLaRosa
QUEEN OF THE RODEO. With her horse Rambeau, freshman Annabell Smith-Grimm shows off her crown and sash. She was named Ms. Houston Harris County Rodeo Teen for her skills in leadership and horsemanship.
Freshman honored with rodeo title
by Gracie Brumlow, VOW staff
BONDING TIME. Working on a project, a welder makes sparks fly. Wearing the proper safety mask is important during welding to avoid injury to the eyes.
Welders create projects, mold futures with skills
by Gaby DeLaRosa
Entertainment
SUCKS TO BE HIM. The newest vampire movie to hit the theaters features Nicholas Cage as Dracula and Nicholas Hoult as his familiar.
Renfield: When life sucks, start living, stop serving
by Brody McNew, VOW staff
ENDLESS FLAVORS. Offering flavors and toppings of many kinds, Kekes Snow Balls showcases their work at their new location on FM-1097 West. Photo courtesy of Yelp.
New shaved ice shop offers new place to cool off, 'New Orleans' style
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
DREAMS COME TRUE. In the fall, UT will offer a class focusing on Taylor Swifts lyrics as literature.
UT Austin's wildest dreams of becoming a Swiftie come true
by Alyssa Beaulac, VOW staff
DID YOU KNOW?
Lana Del Rey changes the music industry once again
by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer
Fine Arts
STRIKE A POSE. Ending their national champion kick routine, members of the Sweethearts close the dance in style.
Sweethearts bring home 13th national title
by Ava Hardin, VOW staff • May 18, 2023
ITS SHOWTIME. After hpurs and hours of prep time, the cast of Chemical Imbalance is ready to shine. They will perform for the public on Friday night.
OAP cast balances the pressure of Chemical Imbalance
Feb 27, 2023
MAGICAL MOMENTS. As the witch in Big Fish, sophomore Zisel Braza hypnotizes the cast and crowd.
Big Fish entertains, showcases talent of fine arts students
Feb 27, 2023
Wildkat Photo of the Week
WILDKATS SAVING LIVES. During HOSA's spring blood drive, junior Rebecca McDowell donates. Sixty three donors donated 85 units, saving 255 lives. photo by Stone Chapman.
Around Campus
Students' share excitement over annual powderpuff game
by Emma Lowe, VOW staff
ONE NIGHT ONLY. Mr. Wildkat is Saturday at 6 P.M.
Mr. Wildkat set to dazzle audience Saturday night
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
DOING THEIR PART. Members of AFJROTC aide in the clean up of the Rest Haven Cemetery.
AFJROTC aids community with cemetery clean up
by Juan Meza Chavez
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CHINESE CONTROL. China is currently strengthening its control both politically and economically in order to keep its control for as long as possible. 
Chinese government tightening control to keep power
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
GET IT AWAY FROM ME. The box jellyfish, a creature on my reverse bucket list (things I never want to do).
Things in the ocean that make me never want to swim again
by Jason Clark, VOW staff
World Baseball Classic ignites potential rivalry
World Baseball Classic ignites potential rivalry
by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
Species of crab heading out door
Species of crab heading out door
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
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Wildkat Sports
SQUEEZE! Hank and Clint from Brabham Middle school compete in a dual at Huntsville High School. The two students learned how to wrestle two weeks before the competition.
Wrestling team holds clinic, dual for future teammates
THROWING HEAT. Sending the ball as far as she can, sophomore Madison Leverette throws the softball at The Woodlands High School meet.
Special Olympics provides venue for success for members of Champions Academy
by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer
HEAVYWEIGHTS AT STATE. Members of the boys powerlifting team had a great showing at state.
Gym rats scurry their way into state powerlifting meet
by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
MIND ON THE GAME. After scoring the first goal at the game against Aldine, the team takes their places on the field.
Wildkats claim bi-district title with 3-2 victory over Aldine
by Rosalyn Gutierrez, VOW staff
MAKING IT LOOK EASY. At the magnolia meet, junior Makinna Kleb lifts to reach her goal to qualify for regionals. After a third place at regionals, Kleb will compete at the state meet on March 15.
Junior headed to state powerlifting meet
by Rosalyn Gutierrez, VOW staff
GOALS MET. After the victory against Grand Oaks, the varsity softball team takes a victory photo with their completed whiteboard goals. The team is 3-0 in district and at the top of district 13-6A.
Softball smashing whiteboard goals to reach top of district 13-6A standings
by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Multimedia
BREAK A LEG. The OAP cast competes today at College Park in their zone competition. They will also perform for the public tomorrow night at the WHS PAC.
VIDEO: One Act Play balances drama, art with comedy show
by Tripp Brown
GET LOUD. At the top of the stunt, junior Kelsey Weddington joins the competition cheer team at the spring pep rally. The cheerleaders performed the routine they took to the UIL Spirit Competition.
VIDEO: Spring pep rally adds to Wildkat spirit
by Tripp Brown
Big Fish musical set to premiere Jan. 27
'Big Fish' musical set to premiere Jan. 27
by Tripp Brown
THANKFUL HOLIDAYS. Students and staff share why they are thankful this holiday season.
VIDEO: What are you thankful for this holiday?
by Ally Henry, contributor to VOW
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LOADS OF SUPPORT. Xpress Laundrys Sam Prasla, senior Sonia Harper and WISD Director of Special Programs Debbie Walker kick off the Loads of Love Program at XPress Laundry in Willis.

Loads of Love program aides community, earns senior top Girl Scout award

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THE MAN. THE MYTH. THE LEGEND. A celebration of Coach Dana Fossmo is planned for May 26 at 3 P.M.

Legendary coach retires, leaves mark on hearts of Wildkats for decades

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WORDS OF EXPERIENCE. During a Writer;s Workshop junior Jace Yarborough helps sophomore Cesar Barrera with mastering a DBQ. The workshop was held during Wildkat Way for AP World History students who wanted an extra boost on their writing skills before the test.

Peers push World History AP students to accomplish high achievement

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IM ON TOP OF THE WORLD. Using her basket to carry sophomore Grace Wilder to class, senior Avari Ford takes advantage of her anything but a pack pack prop.

Anything but a Backpack Day proves fun, hilarious for students

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