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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
All content by Emily Meachen
UIL READY. Members of the UIL team who attended the SAC take a group shot before coming home.

[Photo] UIL conference prepares students for competition

by Victoria Medina
Sep 30, 2024
RIDING IN STYLE. With the freshman football team, freshmen Kyler Rodriguez and Jamal Lagway enjoy their first parade as high schoolers.

[Photo] Homecoming parade fills streets with ‘games Wildkats play’

by River Shaunfield, VOW staff
Sep 26, 2024
DBQ PRACTICE. Helping underclassmen work through the process, junior Jewell Steen mentors during the writer workshop. Students in Mr. Robinson's AP World History can choose to be assigned to a mentor and be taught how to work through the questions.

[Photo] AP World History uses mentor program to increase skills, scores

by Brooke Owsley, VOW staff
Sep 27, 2024
YOUR VOICE MATTERS. Each podcast will explore life as a Wildkat.

LAND OF THE FREE. Members of the AFJROTC color guard presents the flags at the first home game of the season.

[Photo] Kats silence critics with 40-7 victory over Klein Collins

by Ella McDonald, VOW staff
Sep 13, 2024
SERIES SWEEP. Playing boys doubles against Cleveland, junior Bryce Bickley serves against his opponent. The Wildkats played Cleveland as part of the district team competition.

[Photo] Tennis team bonds over tournament trips

by Jordynn Sager, VOW staff
Sep 6, 2024
BE A SMART COOKIE. UIL Academics will have a kick-off meeting Tuesday, Sept. 3. Show up in room A201 ar 3:05 p.m. to find out more about UIL Academics.

[Photo] New school year, new UIL goals

by Ryder Sciba, VOW contributor
Aug 30, 2024
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[Photo] Seniors show off personalities, hobbies with painted parking spots

by Quynne Shevchuk, VOW staff
Aug 26, 2024
STRIKE THAT POSE. At CADY STUDIO, senior Stone Chapman poses for the camera while on the tour. Members of Wildkat Media were able to tour CADY Studio before opening and were able to experience the variety of props and backdrops.

A NIGHT IN NEVERLAND. The dance floor is full at prom held at The Woodlands Resort.

[Photo] Students enjoy Neverland-themed prom

by Melissa Guerrero
May 18, 2024
ON THE BOARD. The team celebrates with senior Jaden Menjivar after he scores the first run against Klein Oak in game one of the series. The Kat wons won both games 4-0 in the area championship series.

[Photo] Baseball keeps success train going

May 17, 2024
PROSE PALS. After round one of district competition seniors Breanna Keelan and Gracie Saucedo work on homework at Caney Creek High School. Both seniors placed at their first time competing in district.

[Photo] First time UIL speaker wins district

by Victoria Medina
Apr 13, 2024
REGIONAL BOUND- Senior Gracie Saucedo (bottom right) was champ in prose, and will be advancing to regionals. Other UIL speakers such as junior, Breanna Keelan and sophomore, Annabell Smith are both alternatives for their events of prose and poetry.

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

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

by Ava Hardin, VOW staff
Mar 1, 2024
AMADEUS ISSUES. The One Act Play cast is currently preparing Amadeus for competition. A public performance is scheduled for Feb. 26.

[Photo] Dramakats preparing for upcoming one-act competition

by Heather Carroll
Feb 13, 2024
THE WAITING GAME. After competiting all day in speaking events, junior Danica Sunquist and sophomores Annabell Smith and Zoe Mendes wait for the poetry results to be announced. At the meet, Mendes placed 1st in Informative Speaking, Smith placed 1st in poetry and Sundquist placed 2nd in Informative Speaking.

[Photo] Wildkat UIL team ties for first at New Waverly meet

Feb 2, 2024
THE WAITING GAME. After competiting all day in speaking events, junior Danica Sunquist and sophomores Annabell Smith and Zoe Mendes wait for the poetry results to be announced. At the meet, Mendes placed 1st in Informative Speaking, Smith placed 1st in poetry and Sundquist placed 2nd in Informative Speaking.

[Photo] Wildkat UIL team ties for first at New Waverly meet

by Heather Carroll
Feb 2, 2024
SENIOR SEASON. Wrestlers of the class of 2024 and their families were recognized before the match against Grand Oaks on senior night.

[Photo] Wrestling hosts Grand Oaks, celebrates senior night

by Melissa Guerrero
Jan 28, 2024
FROM DARKNESS, LIGHT. With the purpose of educating students and the public about of prejudice and hatred in the world, the Holocaust Museum Houston opened its doors in March of 1996.

[Photo] Holocaust museum trip leaves emotional impact on Wildkats

Jan 26, 2024
FROM DARKNESS, LIGHT. With the purpose of educating students and the public about of prejudice and hatred in the world, the Holocaust Museum Houston opened its doors in March of 1996.

[Photo] Holocaust museum trip leaves emotional impact on Wildkats

by Ella McDonald, VOW staff
Jan 26, 2024
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[Photo] Fine arts department presents Footloose

by Tripp Brown
Jan 10, 2024
CHIRSTMAS CAROLS. Singing Christmas music to get shoppers in the spirit, senior Gracie Saucedo and the Wildkat Choir perform at Kroger's during the food drive.

[Photo] VIDEO: Giving back during the holidays

by Tripp Brown
Dec 15, 2023
FLYING HIGH. Junior Carly Paugh rises up to hit the ball as hard as possible to gain a point for her team. The volleyball team was able to accomplish big wins this season with many players being able to win various awards.

[Photo] Wildkats honored with district accolades

by Victoria Medina
Dec 2, 2023
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. Atavian Friend practices his shots during after-school practice to prepare for the next game. This season's next boy's basketball game will be at Kingwood on November 10th.

[Photo] Basketball starts with high hopes for season success

by Victoria Medina
Nov 10, 2023
SMILE SIS. After the ceremony, junior Fernanda Ruiz has her photo taken by her sister.

[Photo] NHS, Mu Alpha Theta welcomes new members

by Ava Hardin, VOW staff
Nov 8, 2023
THAT'S MY NAME. After hearing his name as a winner in the headline competition, junior Jared Madrid- Williams reacts. For most of the competitors, the Waller meet was their first time competing and winning at a high school UIL competition.

[Photo] UIL team competes, wins at Waller Boovitational meet

by Victoria Medina
Nov 5, 2023
EARLY RELEASE for today.

[Photo] EARLY RELEASE FOR OCT. 20

Oct 20, 2023
LASTING LEGACY. The underclassmen join the seniors on the court for a group picture after the senior night ceremony. All members of the team helped honor the six seniors with flowers, cards and gifts.

[Photo] Seniors honored after New Caney game

by Carly Paugh, VOW staff
Oct 6, 2023
WILDKAT SMILES.

[Photo] VIDEO: What does being a Wildkat mean to you?

by Tripp Brown and Gaby DeLaRosa
Oct 5, 2023
SWEET SMILES. Marching to the victory line, Sweethearts debut their new uniform to the home crowd.

[Photo] Friday night lights returns to Yates with big win over Temple

by Gaby DeLaRosa
Sep 18, 2023
PACKED STANDS. The student section is full at the homecoming game. Many students feel like the game is the best way to celebrate the occasion.

[Photo] Game highlights homecoming festivities

Sep 21, 2023
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FAMILIAR FACES. Running to say hello to a friend, senior Nevaeh Scholwinski passes out candy to familiar faces at the end of the parade.

CLASSIC WILDKAT SPIRIT. Homecoming court members seniors Essence Traylor and Austin Gaskins ride in a classic car for the parade.

MARCHING IN STEP. With members of AFJORTC, senior Bethany Lerch finishes off the parade route with her fellow cadets.

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LET'S GET LOUD. Leading the Pit Kru in a cheer, sophomore Zoe Mendes show her undying Wildkat spirit at the first home game against Temple. PitKru is still accepting new members. See Chris Slovak in A123 for more info.

[Photo] PitKru makes noise for Kats on Friday night

by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer
Sep 11, 2023
FIRST DAY FRENZY- With a new school year starting sophomores James Ellis, Aiden Briones, and Jensen Tupa walk to class. The new seven-day schedule is a new change compared to the previous four classes.

[Photo] Wildkats beat first day nerves

Sep 6, 2023
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[Photo] Gym rats scurry their way into state powerlifting meet

by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
Apr 3, 2023
MIND ON THE GAME. After scoring the first goal at the game against Aldine, the team takes their places on the field.

[Photo] Wildkats claim bi-district title with 3-2 victory over Aldine

by Rosalyn Gutierrez, VOW staff
Mar 28, 2023
ONE, TWO, THREE, WILLIS. The team celebrates after learning they qualified for state.

[Photo] Hard work, talent, teamwork takes bowling team to state tournament

by Wildkat Media
Mar 7, 2023
GIGGLES AND GRINS. After the regional match, juniors Madalyn Gonzales and Ashlynn White watch a video with a parent.

LOOKING FOR A STRIKE. At regional competition, junior Kael Capps sends the ball down the lane. Capps was one of four bowlers who qualified for regional competition.

STARTING MONDAY. Absences and tardies will be tracked starting Monday for exam exemptions.

[Photo] New exemption policy to benefit students with high grades, low absences

by Gracie Brumlow, VOW staff
Feb 24, 2023
SPARTAN SORROW. A shooting on the University of Michigan's campus on Monday that resulted in three students dead and five more critically injured has left the community mourning.

[Photo] Apathy in tragedy

by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
Feb 15, 2023
BREAKING THE TENSION. Seniors Lainey Niederhofer, Jolie Boyd, Hannah Hartman and Lindey Hues talk to pitcher Kynlei Chapman during the scrimmage against Livingston.

[Photo] Softball team hopes to knock season out of the park

by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
Feb 10, 2023
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[Photo] Big Fish entertains, showcases talent of fine arts students

by Julia Humphries, VOW staff
Feb 27, 2023
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GOOOOOOAAAALLLLL. In a tight game against Cleveland, junior Luis Velazquez kicks the ball into the goal for the first point for the Kats. The game ended in a 2-2 tie.

[Photo] Change evident in soccer program

Feb 3, 2023
FOR BENTLEY AND OTHERS. The Tennessee Legislature passed “Ethan’s, Hailey’s, and Bentley’s Law”, which includes the names of the two surviving children of Tennessee Police Officer Nicholas Galinger, who was killed by a hit-and-run drunk driver. The law went into effect on Jan. 1.

[Photo] New Tennessee law supports children of drunk driving victims

by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
Jan 19, 2023
January 27th @700 p.m. January 28 @ 200 p.m. & 700 p.m. (Instagram Post (Square))

[Photo] ‘Big Fish’ musical set to premiere Jan. 27

by Tripp Brown
Jan 17, 2023
SO MUCH FUN. Five days of fun have been added to the calendar to honor spring sports and the musical.

[Photo] January dress up days honor spring sports, musical

by Gaby DeLaRosa
Jan 13, 2023
ONE ACT PLAY SET. The drama department has began preparing Chemical Imbalance, a retelling of the classic Jekyll and Hyde story.

[Photo] One Act Play Chemical Imbalance gives new look at Jekyll and Hyde struggle

Dec 13, 2022
ONE ACT PLAY SET. The drama department has began preparing Chemical Imbalance, a retelling of the classic Jekyll and Hyde story.

[Photo] One Act Play Chemical Imbalance gives new look at Jekyll and Hyde struggle

by Addison Williams, contributor to VOW
Dec 13, 2022
FINALS SCHEDULE FOR DECEMBER 2022.

[Photo] Exam schedule offers new, positive alternatives

by Rosalyn Gutierrez, VOW staff
Dec 8, 2022
LOTS OF LATTES. With a chill in the air, people are flocking to Starbucks to check out their seasonal offerings.

[Photo] Holly, jolly new flavors arrive

Nov 17, 2022
SMALL GESTURES. BIG REWARDS. junior Addison Lyons, a members of the DASH committee of Student Council places post-it notes on a collage across from the cafeteria on the second floor. The group hopes to spread kindness and mental health awareness.

SURVIVING THE STORM. Items sporting blue for colon cancer awareness fill the table during a bake sale in support of Coach Michael Storms.

[Photo] VIDEO: Surviving the 'Storm'

Oct 19, 2022
HAPPY DAYS. Sometimes the littlest thing like seeing a pretty flower or a smile from a friend can make a day a little brighter.

[Photo] Small things can improve students moods

Oct 19, 2022
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE? A modern classic, Scream has multiple sequels to scare you this spooky season.

 Scream 1996 (R)

by Emily Meachen, VOW adviser
Oct 14, 2022
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