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The Voice of the Wildkats

Fine Arts

SING ALONG. The varsity choir with the various elementary schools come together to sing in front of families. On Saturday, 12 students were handpicked from each elementary school to get the opportunity to sing with the high school students.

Choir students sing together as one

by Victoria Medina Nov 8, 2024

Harmony.  The choir members stand on stage, looking out at the audience as everyone's voices blend in harmony to make the most beautiful noise. Each note soars through the room as the high school and...

ALL ONES. At the TDEA Pilot Assessment, the Sweethearts received all ones and a Division One rating.

Sweethearts excel at new UIL opportunity

by Ella McDonald, VOW staff Nov 8, 2024

With the salute of a pom confirming that the team is ready, the music begins.  Texas Dance Educators Association (TDEA), hosted a Pilot UIL Field Assessment for drill teams to perform football routines...

Musical cast list released, preparation begins today

Musical cast list released, preparation begins today

by Ella McDonald, VOW staff Nov 4, 2024

The spotlight illuminates the actors on stage. The curtain slowly opens as the band plays the first chords of music. The audience waits for the show to begin. Rehearsals start today for the 25th...

TERRIFYING SHOW. Join the Dramakats on Oct. 30 for their annual Haunted House.

Haunted House set to scare on Oct. 30

by Alexzander Talkington Oct 15, 2024

Horror. Only one word is able to describe the terrors that the Dramakats plan on bringing on October 30th. The annual haunted house returns once every school year, and this year will be no exception...

VICTORY LINE. Leading the Sweethearts in the victory line at the start of the game against Aldine Davis, Sweetheart captain Tori VanSchuyver takes part in the tradition of lining up before the game. The Sweethearts are an important part of the tradition of Fridays at Yates Stadium.

Sweethearts play important role in Friday night lights tradition

by Lillianna Weeks, VOW staff Sep 4, 2024

The sounds of the crowd cheering for the team. The stands filled with purple and white. The memories that will last years beyond the times at Berton A. Yates Stadium. The concept of Friday night lights...

Junior Katya Bargerstock, senior Sapphire Sparka, senior Tripp Henager and senior Kei Laas serve ice cream to fellow choir members.

Wildkat choir kicks off year with annual ice cream social

by Heather Carroll Aug 30, 2024

The sweet scent of vanilla and chocolate ice cream fills the choir room as you walk in after a long Friday at school. Friendly wildkat choir members are happy to welcome you and are excited to kick off...

HONORED. During the summer, sophomore Drue Walker was honored as an Outstanding Performer Award during state solo and ensemble contest.

Piccolo player honored with Outstanding Performer Award at state Solo-Ensemble contest

by Ashley Briones and Charles Ibukun Aug 23, 2024

The myriad of tiny dots on the page look intimidating to the eye, but after hours and hours of practicing combined with a large amount of talent, a musician can take those notes and make beautiful music....

DEVILISH GRIN. As one of many devils in the play, senior Joseph Sheldon contemplates his next move in "The Devil in Sherman Marsh"

Senior dramakats end year on comical note

by Heather Carroll May 18, 2024

The battle for popularity in high school can be an absolutely brutal thing, especially for those with interests considered “nerdy.” This is exactly the case for high school student Sherman Marsh, who...

CONCERT TIME. To preview their UIL contest program, the Wildkat Choirs will host a concert on Tuesday. The event is free of charge.

Wildkat Choir presents UIL music in Pre-UIL concert this Tuesday

by Heather Carroll Mar 25, 2024

Interchanging melodies and captivating harmonies surround you in the performing arts center as you're seated, watching the Wildkat Choir's annual Pre-UIL concert. The transforming dynamics of the unique...

ONE LAST PERFORMANCE. Members of the One Act Play cast take a bow after their first public performance of "Amadeus."

After successful contest season, ‘Amadeus’ takes final bow

by Ava Hardin, VOW staff Mar 20, 2024

As their final movement, Dramakats take the stage again on Wednesday, March 20 for their final performance of their UIL piece, Amadeus, the thrilling story of Salieri’s destruction of Amadeus Mozart....

One Act cast brings Mozart's world to life in 'Amadeus'

One Act cast brings Mozart’s world to life in ‘Amadeus’

by Ava Hardin, VOW staff Mar 1, 2024

Amadeus Mozart. Some say he wrote his first concerto at the age of 4, his first symphony at 5, a full opera at 14 and at 25 he met Salieri, the man who is rumored to have taken his life.  Amadeus,...

WINNERS. The Sweethearts bring home a lot of awards after the ADTS regionals. The event set the bar high for the remainder of the season.

Sweethearts ‘Swift-ly’ take home awards with Taylor-themed routines

by Ava Hardin, VOW staff Mar 1, 2024

Are you ready for it? Sweethearts started their competition season strong on Feb. 17, taking home  total of 19 awards with soloist, duet, and team performances. Their team and officer song choices all...

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