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PREVENT JUVENILE VIOLENCE. Netflix's new original series, Adolescence, is a captivating portrayal of a young teen with violent tendencies as a result of harmful messaging on social media. The series shows just how important it is to teach boys how to control their emotions.

New Netflix show gives important message to parents

by Isabella Melin Apr 14, 2025

Netflix’s new original short series, Adolescence, follows the story of a young boy who is accused of murder and the process that he must go through before his trial. The series does a great job of expressing...

Stop The Bleed training could save lives

Stop The Bleed training could save lives

by Brooke Owsley, VOW staff Apr 14, 2025

The wound is gaping and blood is everywhere. What she thought was just a scratch on her little brother is now life-threatening. A few simple steps could help safe his life. With the right knowledge...

Mr. Wildkat Story brings laughs to all while raising funds for seniors

Mr. Wildkat Story brings laughs to all while raising funds for seniors

by Jordynn Sager, VOW staff Apr 12, 2025

Mr. Wildkat is a pageant for the boys, a way to create friendly competition and raise funds for Operation Graduation. Seniors spent loads of time and energy preparing for this event. “Participating...

FIRST OF MANY. Standing in the cosmetology classroom, senior Cristal Perez poses with license. Starting sophomore years, students are able to apply for cosmetology classes in order to get their license senior year.

Cosmetology students earn their license

by Victoria Medina Apr 12, 2025

Walking into the salon, seeing countless mirrors with stylists at each booth doing something different for their clients. From the smell of nail polish and the light sound of scissors snipping off the...

Man's best friend! DECA host dog adoption in collaboration with Montgomery County Animal Shelter to find as many a forever home as possible.

School organization hosts dog adoption with local shelter

by Kaitlin Burns Apr 9, 2025

Full of eager tails wagging, DECA’s Dog Adoption event with the Montgomery County Animal Shelter aims to bring new families together one pup at a time. With a large supply of dogs in need, the event...

IT'S FAIR TIME. There are so many things to do at the Montgomery County Fair. Find the schedule of events at mcfa.org

Montgomery County Fair starts Thursday

by Brooke Owsley, VOW staff Apr 2, 2025

As summer approaches, the excitement for the Montgomery County Fair fills the air, bringing together residents from all around in order to celebrate this annual event. This event isn’t just about the...

OP GRAD PRESENTS. Mr. Wildkat is set fot Sunday, April 6.

Mr. Wildkat set to dazzle crowd on Sunday

by Peter Wetsch, VOW staff Apr 2, 2025

Get ready for Mr. Wildkat. It will be hysterical from the opening act to the crowning of the winner.  The class of 2025 invites everybody to attend the show on April 6th at 5 p.m. in the PAC.  Tickets...

HAUNTING MEMORIES. The Showtime series "Yellowjackets" has been renewed for season 3. courtesy of Showtime.

Yellowjackets fans prepare for trauma of season 2, 3

by Lillianna Weeks, VOW staff Mar 27, 2025

The television series "Yellowjackets" has received significant attention and acclaim, leading to its renewal for a third season even before the premiere of its second season . This early commitment reflects...

LESS WATCHING MORE PLAYING. The influx of screen time that young children are receiving along with the effects of the pandemic have led to a significant decline in reading skills. It is critical to their brain development that parents monitor what their children are watching.

Gen Alpha struggling, adults must stop laughing, start helping

by Isabella Melin Mar 27, 2025

Older generations are always especially critical of their predecessors. It was only five years ago when Gen Z was the elders’ punching bag, but now as Gen Alpha begins to make its impression, it has...

TOO CLOSE TO HOME. A map from the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management  shows the location of the Pauline road fire,

Wildfires spread throughout San Jacinto, Montgomery Counties

by Ashley Briones Mar 27, 2025

With the flames of an out-of-control wildfire close to their homes,  many families in San Jacinto and Montgomery Counties were forced to leave their house last weekend.  Not knowing if they would ever...

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,...

CLEANING UP. Powering washing a driveway for a customer, junior Reid Dorwart works during his time off from school and baseball.

Bubble Boats business solves work, school balance problems

by River Shaunfield, VOW staff Mar 23, 2025

Juggling school and athletics is tough. Through in an after school job at a fast food place or retail store seems somewhat impossible. From this problem, Bubble Boats was born. Bubble Boats is a business...

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