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STARS AND STRIPES. Members of AFJROTC present the flag before the game. The organization participates in the pregame activities and posts the flags near the field house.

[Photo] Wildkats victorious over Houston Bellaire

September 14, 2021
WET PAINT. The school underwent several different changes over the summer.

[Photo] School receives face lift over summer break

September 9, 2021
STARTING OUT STRONG. Before school even started, band director Joseph Dittfurth visits with the band during an outside practice. Dittfurth is not new to the students or the school. He was assistant director at the high school and at Brabham Middle School before being named Director of Bands this summer.

[Photo] New fine arts teachers foster advances in programs, talent in students

September 4, 2021
THE VOICE OF THE WILDKATS. The 2020-2021 staff of the newspaper. The staff is lead by co-editors, Summer Rains and Katherine Lee. Other members the editorial board are Jason Clark, sports editor, Hannah Hartman, features editor, Stephanie Keele, video editor, Heather Jackson, photo manager, Janice Talley, around campus editor and Brenan Mansker, podcast editor. Additional members are Lilliana Flores, Timothy Gunn, Julian Pelayo, Emma Lowe and GinElla Mire.

[Photo] About

August 27, 2019
STATE CHAMP. WIth their Leaguetown Press shirts on, juniors Stephanie Keele, Summer Rains and Heather Jackson take a picture at Cy Woods High School, a hub for the state academic UIL meet. Jackson won the 6A state championship in news writing. Leaguetown is the fictional high school that serves as the setting for all UIL journalism stories.

[Photo] Journalism student claims state championship

May 10, 2021
TEACHER GOODIES. Bags of treats donated by HEB are lined up waiting for distribution.

[Photo] HEB Texas Loves Teachers Tour stops in Willis to show teacher appreciation

May 4, 2021
THE ONE WHERE THEY WENT TO REGIONALS. The journalism team placed 3rd at regionals on Saturday at Klein Collins High School. Juniors Heather Jackson, Stephanie Keele, Brennan Mansker, Summer Rains and Katherine Lee with senior Sure Ibukun competed at the regional level.

[Photo] Two Wildkat UIL competitors qualify for state competition

April 20, 2021
LISTEN TO ME. Passing the day away with games, juniors Katherine Lee, Heather Jackson and Brenan Mansker give clues in a games of Heads Up at regional UIL on Saturday, April 17.

[Photo] Two Wildkat UIL competitors qualify for state competition

April 20, 2021
KNOCKING THEM DOWN. After sending the ball down the lane, sophomore Jaslyn Fox hopes for a strike. Fox and the bowling team are headed to state after a great regional competition.

[Photo] Alleykats bound for state competition

April 11, 2021
PERU BOUND. Spanish teacher Nicole Ibarra is organizing a trip with EFTours to Peru.

[Photo] Peru trip set for summer 2022

March 15, 2021
SPARE. Practicing hard, Senior Dawson Asher is ready to throw his ball down the alley.

[Photo] Alley Kats headed to regionals, sets sights on state

March 11, 2021
HEADED TO REGIONALS. During a practice session, junior Janice Maldonado works on getting stronger for the regional meet. Maldonado is one of four lifters competing Wednesday, March 3 in Alvin.

[Photo] Girls powerlifting send four to regionals

March 2, 2021
NEW OPTIONS. Taquitos are just one of the new items being offered in the cafeteria. They are available on Thursday.

[Photo] New year, new semester, new food

February 12, 2021
I SEE YOU. Looking through his flute-to-be, sophomore Logan Cooper learns about sound in science class. The class made the instruments to learn about sound waves, sound energy and wind energy.

[Photo] Students learn to ‘toot their own horns’

February 10, 2021
The COVID vaccine may seem like an awful idea for it is a new vaccine, but it is a way to ensure people’s safety when coming in contact with the covid virus. The vaccine is a way to help families across the nation and to prevent severe illness. The vaccine also gives a feeling of relief as it is an extra step to insure a person’s health. It is time for Americans to make an appointment to make the world a safe place.

[Photo] A shot at safety

February 9, 2021
WANTED

[Photo] New literary magazine calling creative writers, artists, photographers

February 8, 2021
STOP AND POSE. The Caring Queens put on a pageant for girls in The Treehouse Center. Each girl received a sash and unique crown.

[Photo] Cosmetology, volunteers doll up future beauty queens

February 15, 2021
CROWNS GALORE. Senior Makinzie Noska organizes the crown and sash table.

[Photo] Much more than pretty faces: Caring Queens focus on charity, improving communities

February 21, 2021
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. Playing the roles of Stanley and Stella, juniors Josh Brookshire and Zoe Picken practice for this year's One Act Play,

[Photo] ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ chosen for One-Act competition

January 21, 2021
ALL SMILES ON COURT. Being intriced with the starting lineup, sophomore Lucy Smith enters the court. This is her second year to play varsity basketball.

[Photo] Sophomore juggles three sports during spring season

January 21, 2021
TOP OF THE CLASS. FRONT: Melanie Merkley, Jennifer Garcia, Tyler Heffernan, Terri Ray, Taylor Jones. BACK: GianReo Mire, Danae Lesner, Maci Konen, Braden Kurtz, Sure Ibukun, Marissa Fletcher.

[Photo] No secret to senior success: honored students give tips for making to top

January 15, 2021
Friday, May 21 is early release. Here is the new schedule including D lunch.

[Photo] Friday, Jan. 15 early release schedule

January 14, 2021
HONORED. Holding their NHS membership certificates, juniors Matthew Johnson, Brenan Mansker, Ryan Galsgow and Colton Land snap a quick picture after the ceremony in the lobby of the PAC.

[Photo] NHS ceremony focuses on core values of organization

January 12, 2021
ABUSE OF POWER. America voted Donald Trump as the leader, and the trust of the American people was abused.

[Photo] Trump’s abuse of trust results in treason against Americans

January 8, 2021
TAJE WINNERS. A list of the Best in Texas winner from the yearbook TAJE contest.

[Photo] 2020 yearbook recognized for excellence in journalism

January 6, 2021
Remember finals for 8th and 6th period are Thursday, Dec. 17

[Photo] Early release schedule for Dec. 17

December 16, 2020
ARE YOU READY? As the COVID vaccine rolls out in the US, Americans must decide if they are ready.

[Photo] COVID vaccine risks may shadow benefits

December 10, 2020
“From the awful smell of peppermint to the annoying songs people play on repeat, Christmas is horrible. In fact, Christmas is the worst holiday of the year.”

[Photo] 'Tis the season to be miserable

December 4, 2020
ROBOTICS BELLE. Senior Julianna Needham represents her organization at Fire Up the Kats.

[Photo] Clubs spotlights seniors with belle, beau honors

November 16, 2020
EVERY DAY IS COFFEE DAY. Taking advantage of the iced coffee, a students grabs his drink before class.

[Photo] Students perk up with new coffee choice from cafeteria

November 12, 2020
MOVING ON. At the first home football game of the season senior Julianna Needham sings the national anthem with other members of the choir. Needham was one of six choir members who moved on to the next round of TMEA All- State auditions.

[Photo] Six students move to next round of All-State auditions

October 27, 2020
EXAM EXEMPTIONS. Semester exams will be the last week of the semester before holiday break.

[Photo] Exemption policy set for December exams

October 28, 2020
EXAM EXEMPTIONS. Semester exams will be the last week of the semester before holiday break.

[Photo] Exemption policy set for December exams

October 28, 2020
MORE FACES. MORE MASKS. According to school administration, around 400 remote students returned to campus at the start of the second nine weeks.

[Photo] Remote learners return to campus as new marking period begins

October 23, 2020
LEADERS OF THE PACK. At the race against Magnolia West, junior Kayman Hatthorn and Braden Kurtz lead the pack of runners from the track to the wooded section of the course.

[Photo] Cross country team prepares for district while making adjustments due to COVID reality

October 2, 2020
BACK IN ACTION. At the scrimmage against Cy Falls, AT Jordan Gonzales supervises SATs. He was named Preceptor of the Year by SHSU for his involvement in their training program.

[Photo] Trainer earns SHSU Preceptor of the Year honors

September 24, 2020
VOW EDITORIAL BOARD. Carlie Rutledge, co-editor, Piper Neumann, sports editor, Katherine Lee, features editor, Heather Jackson, photo editor, Summer Rains, entertainment and fine arts editor. Not pictured: Charnell Haywood, co-editor.

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September 24, 2020
SERVE IT. SMASH IT. WIN IT. In a district match against College Park on Tuesday, sophomore Blaine Eckert prepares to serve. The tennis team plays Huntsville on Friday at home.

[Photo] Tennis team sets goals for 6A season

September 15, 2020
EARLY RELEASE THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th.

[Photo] Early release this Friday, September 4th

September 2, 2020
GETTING READY. Wearing colorful mask, members of the schools COVID Task Force, teacher Brandy King and nurse Hailey Dobraski, prepare the cafeteria for lunch when students return. Wearing mask is just one of many safety precautions in place for when students return on Tuesday,

[Photo] Mandatory mask policy gives students, staff opportunity for creativity while being safe

August 24, 2020
MASKED AND READY. At the first meeting of the marching season, sophomore Christa Sawyer wears a cloth mask. Students have the freedom to find the mask that fits them the best.

[Photo] Mandatory mask policy gives students, staff opportunity for creativity while being safe

August 24, 2020
TENTATIVE BELL SCHEDULE. The 2020-21 bell schedule showing the 8 periods.

[Photo] Block schedule changes pace, adds time to classes

August 20, 2020
MASKED UP. Meeting with the entire band before practicing all band members wore masks. The band met in the PAC to allow social distancing of the large group. Band is taking precautions to keep its members safe including designing a routine that keeps kids a safe six feet apart.

[Photo] Masks key to safe return of face to face learning

August 20, 2020
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAMWORK. Rolling out the mats for practice freshmen cheerleaders Skyler Horton anfd Kelsey Weddington spend their afternoon of their first day of high school at cheer practice. Even though school is remote, organizations like cheer are able to host practices if they follow safety protocol due to COVID-19.

[Photo] SLIDESHOW: First day of school

August 13, 2020
NAME PLEASE? Class of 2022 principal John Patterson visits with a student about Chromebook distribution on Monday. Most students were able to receive their Chromebooks in drive through style. All students will have Chromebooks when school starts remotely on August 12, 2020.

[Photo] Getting back to ‘normal’

August 13, 2020
Working on skill drills, freshman Sophie Satterwhite practices with volleyball players from the varsity, jv and freshmen teams. Games for all teams have been postponed due to the coronavirus.

[Photo] Volleyball team uses extra time to prep for 6A play

August 13, 2020
Passing out pom poms for the celebration, principal Stephanie Hodgins gets ready to cheer on the class of 2020. Faculty members surprised seniors by celebrating the class of 2020 when they came to pick up their yard signs. The event was meaningful to the teachers and students since the ending of the school robbed them the chance for traditional good-byes.

[Photo] Teachers react to ‘surreal’ ending of year

June 7, 2020
Over 64 million viewers have watched the Netflix documentary Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness.

[Photo] Tiger King‘s story fascinates all ‘cool cats and kittens‘

May 17, 2020
After months of battling COVID-19, healthcare workers share how things have changed.

[Photo] Coronavirus takes toll on healthcare workers

May 12, 2020
Six members of the Wildkat Media have collected enough points to be members of the All-State Journalism staff.

[Photo] Six members of Wildkat Media earn points for All-State honors

May 12, 2020
Exercise, yoga, breathing exercising and running can help with stress. Many students are looking to these activities during the pandemic.

[Photo] Students share ways to combat stress

May 11, 2020
The Class of 2020 honored these seniors in a recent vote. They will be featured in a spread in the 2020 Wildkat yearbook. To buy a book go to www.yearbookforever.com

[Photo] Senior class honors peers with superlative honors

April 27, 2020
Online school is a struggle for some students who lack internet and technology at home.

[Photo] Online education struggle for some students

April 22, 2020
The Class of 2020 will get through this and come out stronger than before, despite the chaos that is happening all around them.

[Photo] Unexpected ending robs seniors chance to say good-bye

April 22, 2020
The Class of 2020's graduation plans are uncertain due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The district has planned a ceremony on May 22nd at a district facility.

[Photo] District determined to find graduation solution

April 15, 2020
Coachella and other major musical festivals and concerts have been postponed or canceled because of the coronavirus.

[Photo] Music industry hit hard by coronavirus

April 2, 2020
In a press conference today, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott closed schools until May 1st. The earliest schools will resume is May 4th.

[Photo] School still in session, just changed location

March 31, 2020
COVID-19 has closed many area businesses. Editor Kelsey Soape shares the lessons she has learned since being sent home from her job as a waitress.

[Photo] Four lessons learned from an unemployed teenager during the middle of a crisis

March 28, 2020
Staff member Piper Neumann gives her opinion on how worship has changed since the COVID-19 has closed area churches.

[Photo] Worship changes as coronavirus closes community churches

March 25, 2020
The coronavirus has made an major impact on the world. What is the impact on the students?

[Photo] COVID-19 tests hopes, dreams

March 19, 2020
Class of 2020 Who Who. The 25 seniors were chosen by the faculty and staff as leaders in the class.

[Photo] Seniors selected as Who’s Who

March 15, 2020
PICKING HIS NEW BRIDE. As the Nasty Interesting Man, sophomore Josh Brookshire plans his wedding with Eurydice played by senior Addison Kee as she is repulsed by his advances.

[Photo] Death, love, loss explored in Eurydice

February 27, 2020
LOVE FINALLY FOUND. Looking for his wife, Orpheus, sophomore Colton Land, find Eurydice, senior Addison Kee, visits the underground.

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February 27, 2020
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