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Fine Arts

Band 'moves' in right direction with new show

Band ‘moves’ in right direction with new show

by Maggie Smart, contributor to VOW Oct 6, 2025

The lights are shining on the field, the world silent other than the chatter of people in the stands. The smell of sweat in the air, the shuffle of feet moving perfectly in time. The tweet of a whistle...

Marching with commitment every Friday

Marching with commitment every Friday

by Kaylah Crabdree, VOW staff Sep 29, 2025

Marching over the football field, fans see musicians dressed in purple marching in unison from the stands. They hear beautiful music during halftime and catchy songs played throughout the game. They make...

NEW WILDKAT. At the Woodlands game on Friday night, new choir director Jackson Howard supervises middle school choir members during middle school night.

New director sets big goals for growing program

by Alexzander Talkington, VOW Staff Sep 24, 2025

When the Short and Sweet Concert kicks off tonight at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria, there will be new face directing some of the choirs. Jackson Howard was hired as the new male choir director for the campus....

DANCE PRETTY SWEETHEARTS. At the first home game, junior Brooke Dillard lines up with the Sweethearts in the victory line before the game against Klein Collins.

Sweethearts lead the way for students future

by Alexzander Talkington, VOW Staff Sep 15, 2025

From learning to teaching. This Friday, the Sweethearts will have tiny dancers standing with them in the victory line.  The Little Sweethearts Clinic on Sept. 13 connected the Sweethearts to the young...

THE MYSTERY AWAITS.
The official Clue auditions are on August 21 at 3 p.m in B216. Come one and come all, as anyone in Willis High School is allowed to enter.

Clue auditions cause stir in theatre this week

by Alexzander Talkington, VOW Staff Aug 19, 2025

Whodunit? This jam packed drama season starts with ‘Clue.’ Based on both the famous board game and movie, the auditions for the show are scheduled for August 21 at 3 p.m. in the black box theatre,...

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...

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