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The Voice of the Wildkats

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The Voice of the Wildkats

Fine Arts

THE STORM INSIDE.  With the monster of the barn right behind them, Mabel played by freshman Ella Kouba and Jack played by sophomore Olivia Calvello find danger in the barn of a neighboring farm.  The monster puppet was controlled cast members and voiced by senior Amani Holly and freshman Carter Bernard.

One Act Play advances to bi-district competition this Friday

by Ashley Briones Mar 25, 2025

Last minute adjustments, nerves running throughout the whole auditorium, timers in the audience making sure everything is on point. After a first place finish at zone competition before spring break,...

MULTITALENTED. Playing a flute during UIL Marching Contest, sophomore Drue  Walker competes with his fellow band members. Walker recently was named the top piccolo player in Texas.

Piccolo player named best in Texas

by Ashley Briones Mar 5, 2025

After months of hard work and determination a well known Wildkat had an outstanding performance and brought a wave of pride to the entire community. Sophomore Drue Walker is now officially the #1 piccolo...

A STORM IS COMING. The One Act Play's public performance is Monday at 7 p.m. at the PAC.

‘The Storm in the Barn’ public performance set for Monday night

by Ella McDonald, VOW staff Feb 28, 2025

The DramaKats will perform The Storm in the Barn at 7 p.m. in the PAC on Monday. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased from School Pay.  The play is based on a graphic novel by the same name. It tells...

OUTSIDE WARM-UP. At the percussion competition in Pasadena, members of the band prepare for their first contest back.

Indoor percussion group returns to competition

by Jordynn Sager, VOW staff Feb 13, 2025

This year, the Indoor Percussion show features music from composer Joe Hisaishi and the Studio Ghibli film Spirited Away. Selections include "The Dragon Boy," "Day of the River," and "Yubaba." Justin Cooperman...

MAGIC FOOT.  Taking him to the final round, senior Kamden Frazier sings Barfee's song "Magic Foot." He is joined by Chip played by junior Jhun Abarquez and Leaf Coneybear played by Chege Wachege.

Musical brings laughs to stage

by Ella McDonald, VOW staff Feb 9, 2025

Magic Foot, Take me to the final round. Magic Foot, I barely lift it off the ground. Magic Foot, I do it without making a sound. Magic Foot, write the letter. Magic Foot, write the perfect letter. Magic...

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...

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