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The Voice of the Wildkats

The Student News Site of Willis High School

The Voice of the Wildkats

The Student News Site of Willis High School

The Voice of the Wildkats

REDEFINING NORMAL. During the Defying Gravity number of Cabaret, the 2021 musical, junior Blake Connerly performs with members of the musical cast. Connerly was featured on a local news channel in hopes a doctor will assist him with life saving surgery.

Junior appears on local news in hopes of life-saving surgery

by Katherine Lee, VOW editor Dec 16, 2021

When students think of junior Blake Connerly, they think of his kind heart and infectious laugh. They think of his love for collecting hotel room keys, and how he can talk about anything and everything...

BATTLING TO VICTORY. It has been a good start for freshman Tristan Rios. He has placed 2nd at the Cy Ridge Tournament and 2nd at the Maverick Stampede.

Wrestling team starts season with success on mat

by Janice Talley, VOW Around Campus editor Dec 16, 2021

One. Two. Three. It is a pin. The wrestling team started their season only a couple of weeks ago, and the wins are piling up. They are almost half way through their season, and are wrestling plenty...

First annual Wildkat Christmas game brings holiday spirit to Shelly Field

First annual Wildkat Christmas game brings holiday spirit to Shelly Field

by Lainey Niederhofer, contributor to VOW Dec 16, 2021

Bad Santa and The Black Team. It is not the normal Christmas duo.  But on Wednesday, the members of the softball and baseball teams came together as team Bad Santa and The Black Team for the first...

LASTING LEGACY. The Lauren Sparks Outdoor Education Center will be a reality because of a Education Foundation grant. Sparks was a former FFA officer and a 2010 graduate.

Grant will fund outdoor learning center to honor past FFA officer

by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer Dec 16, 2021

Most students graduate and leave nothing behind but the memories they have made in the halls; however, some Wildkats leave behind a legacy.  Last week when the Willis Education Foundation’s prize...

CHAMPIONS. The freshman basketball team went undefeated at their home tournament Dec. 9-11.

Freshmen hoopers keep trophy home after hosting tournament

by Julian Pelayo, VOW staff Dec 15, 2021

Dribble. Pass. Shoot. Tournament Champs. The freshman basketball team kept the trophy at home when they went undefeated throughout the Woodforest Classic tournament that they hosted Dec. 9-11. “Winning...

GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. Members of the senior class are planning a senior ad in memory of Bryan Valencia. Valencia passed away this summer while on a trip in Iowa.

Wildkats rally to raise money for beloved classmate

by Stephanie Keele, VOW Multimedia editor Dec 15, 2021

Not everyone knew his name or his face, but those who did now have a giant hole in their hearts. Bryan Valencia passed away this summer just before the start of his senior year. To many students, he was...

HO! HO! HO! HOLE IN ONE. Using the hall as a putting green, English teacher Chris Slovak gets in the school spirit with his gold attire and gold cart.

Christmas spirit fills halls during holiday countdown

by Marina Wilson, VOW contributor Dec 14, 2021

Students dressed in red and white like candy canes. Jingle bells ringing around the necks of students for Christmas bling day. Couples wearing matching pajamas as they walk hand in hand down the hall.  As...

MERRY EVERYTHING. There are lots of winter celebrations other than Christmas. They deserve to be talked about, taught, accepted and enjoyed.

Christmas not only holiday celebrated this time of year

by Timothy Gunn, VOW staff Dec 14, 2021

As Christmas inches closer and closer, many people are finding ways to get into the holiday spirit. While Christmas is probably the most popular holiday around this time of year, it’s important to remember...

HAPPY NEW YEAR. A new law starting January 2022 will add more restrictions to chaining dogs outside.

New law provides protection for canine companions

by Jason Clark, VOW staff Dec 13, 2021

The dog pants in the heat of the summer, hoping its owner will return before sundown. His water has run out, his paws burn from the hot ground and with no shelter to turn to, he has no choice but to sit...

DONATIONS, FUNDS AND FOOD. Journalism students speak to potential donors for the TLC Food Pantry at Kroger Marketplace.

Students volunteer, help TLC Pantry with food drive

by Heather Jackson, VOW photography manager Dec 13, 2021

Songs about Rudolph and Winter wonder sands fill the aisles of Kroger Marketplace as band and choir members perform Christmas carols for the holiday season. As music is heard all around the store, cheerleaders,...

WRAPPING JOY. Getting the paper ready, senior Andrea Espericueta cuts wrapping paper for her candy rolls.

Interact creates Christmas joy for children living in poverty

by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer Dec 10, 2021

On Christmas morning, children hop out of bed, wake up their parents and run to the tree. It is the time for opening presents and enjoying a delightful holiday breakfast. This may not be the reality that...

WARM UP. Before the game starts, senior Jadarius Brown gets ready for a pre-district game.

Senior football players leave behind legacy

by Stephanie Keele, VOW Multimedia editor Dec 10, 2021

The time runs out on the clock and the season is over. Seniors tear up as they come together to take a picture on the field for the last time. Soaking in all of the memories they have made together in...

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