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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

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LEARNING BY DIONG. Sophomore Tavan Barzar practices his photo techniques in journalism class.  Students learned different composition techniques before taking pictures in small groups.

Journalism students capture school life as class project

by Isabella Melin Apr 22, 2024

All is quiet in the halls during sixth period. At least, that’s how it seems before 33 journalism students are released, cameras in hand, searching frantically for new perspectives and learning new...

WHS ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS.

Students share their appreciation for assistant principals

by Melissa Guerrero Apr 20, 2024

The first week in April is designated as National Assistant Principals Week. This week is dedicated to reflecting on Assistant principals' indispensability, which often goes overlooked. Schools celebrate...

COSMETOLOGIST CERTIFIED. Devin Abernathy was the first junior to become a  licensed salon professional. Six other Wildkats have also be able to acquire their cosmetology license this year.

CTE certificates help students with future

by Victoria Medina Apr 20, 2024

The future is unknown.  With the establishment of the CTE center years prior, students are now able to experiment and learn about potential career paths that they want to pursue once they graduate....

HIT THE BOOKS. As part of the photography unit in journalism class, junior Kambryn Borkowski and her group practice their skills in the library. photo by Kaelyn King.

Libraries evolve to serve all students

Apr 20, 2024

When a student walks into the school library they are met with a comfortable silence and become surrounded by stories from around the world. In a new age of social media consumption and quick, easily accessible...

BESTIES. After feature writing results were announced junior Ella Mcdonald and senior Jakeline Diaz show off their awards.

UIL journalism, speech head to regionals

by Ashley Briones Apr 20, 2024

Pencils ready… Papers ready… Ready set go… After a UIL season full of fun trips, early mornings and breakfast tacos, the district meet is the end of the year for most competitors. There are a...

Mr. Wildkat entertains crowd, raises money for OpGrad

by Jackie Diaz, VOW Staff Apr 20, 2024

The crowd waits anxiously as the next contestant is announced for their talent portion. A student steps onto the stage in a hilarious costume and leaves the crowd wondering what they will entertain...

Sweethearts end Swift-themed season with spring show

Sweethearts end Swift-themed season with spring show

by Ella McDonald, VOW contributor Apr 20, 2024

I had a feeling so peculiar, that this pain wouldn’t be for evermore… In the drill team, dancers work the entire school year with very rare breaks. Spring is a time for new beginnings and the Sweethearts...

Ag Mechanics Sweepstake award. Placed in three separate divisions at county fair.

Ag Mechanics team win Sweepstakes at Montgomery County Fair

by Kaitlin Burns Apr 19, 2024

Primary classes often don’t teach skills that can be important to a student's future. When it comes to CTE classes, this changes, gaining skills applicable to everyday life and careers. This practice...

WINNERS. The Alleykats celebrate their win at state by holding up their trophy high up.

Alleykats advance to Nationals after winning state championship

by Ashley Briones Apr 5, 2024

The suspense in the room with all the players getting the ball ready, balancing the ball, eyeing the lane as the balls leaves the bowler's hands.  Ready, swing...and STRIKE! The Alleykats traveled...

College courses set students up for success

by Sam Favela Mar 29, 2024

When students pick their courses for the next school year, they are faced with a decision. The general level classes are on-track classes that are required to graduate. Some students notice something new,...

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW. The 2024 Mr. Wildkat is set for April 6.

Mr. Wildkat renews tradition, raises funds

by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer Mar 29, 2024

Steps on a stage silence the crowd, lights flash and viewers watch as the kid they have watched silently read a book in class performs a 200-step dance routine without missing a beat. This is the Mr....

ONE MESSAGE. Fields of Faith is back on April 22. The events is from 5-8 p.m. at Berton A. Yates Stadium.

Fields of Faith unites community

by Victoria Medina Mar 25, 2024

Tell your story. Everyone is different. The Willis community continues to grow as do the events occurring yearly. Fields of Faith is an event where students can worship and have an opportunity to share...

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