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
The Student News Site of Willis High School

The Voice of the Wildkats
All content by Hannah Hartman
REVOLUTION. Based on a true story of faith and healing, Jesus Revolution tells the tale of a group of people looking for answers and finding their faith.

Igniting another ‘Jesus Revolution’ awakening beyond big screens

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Mar 3, 2023
REGIONAL BOUND. The team and four individuals will compete at regionals this weekend.

Bowlers on a roll, aim for state competition

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Mar 3, 2023
GOALS MET. After the victory against Grand Oaks, the varsity softball team takes a victory photo with their completed whiteboard goals. The team is 3-0 in district and at the top of district 13-6A.

Softball smashing whiteboard goals to reach top of district 13-6A standings

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Mar 3, 2023
FUN AND GAMES. At the Valentine's Day party sophomore Samantha Kramer and senior Lizzie Moore dance and play with balloons. StuCo plans a party each year celebrating Valentine's Day with students of Champions Academy.

Chocolate, hearts, roses fill halls in celebration love

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Feb 21, 2023
SIGNING DAY. Addressing the crowd in the gym, senior Lucy Smith talks about her college plans before the signing day ceremony. Smith will continue her soccer career at TSU next year.

Seniors celebrate milestone on National Signing Day

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Feb 10, 2023
GAME, SET, MATCH. Playing against a district opponent, freshman Bryce Bickley celebrates after winning a point. Bickley and the rest of the team will travel to Humble on Friday and Saturday, January 27-28 to compete in a tournament against many different schools.

[Photo] Varsity tennis begins tournament play Friday

by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
Jan 27, 2023
GIVE ME AN H. As part of the state routine, senior Jessica Holliday lifts a sign to engage the crowd.

Cheering their way to state

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Jan 23, 2023
RUN FAST AND TURN LEFT. Athletes interested in track and field need to contact any of the coaches for more info.

Track meeting kicks off season, practice

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Jan 11, 2023
JUSTICE REDEFINED. Dewayne Johnson stars as Black Adam in one of DCs newest release.

Hidden truth behind the hero’s mask exposed in DC’s new ‘Black Adam’

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Dec 14, 2022
LONG LIVE THE KING. Wakanda Forever continues the story after the tragic death of lead Chadwick Boseman.

Remembrance of legendary Black Panther in the MCU’s new ‘Wakanda Forever’

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Dec 14, 2022
DIVING TO VICTORY. After a recent second place finish, junior Kelsey Weddington has qualified for All-American status. This will open up college and scholarship opportunities for the diver.

Jumping right in as an All-American

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Dec 7, 2022
FORE! At a recent tournament, freshman Jacob Lee drives a ball. For Lee and other freshman on the team, this first part of the season was time for adjustments to high school play.

Birdie! Willis boys golf prepares for their next tournament this season

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Nov 28, 2022
THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES. Enola once again joins forces with her brother Sherlock to solve the mystery of a disappear woman.

The new and enveloping world of Enola Holmes 2

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Nov 8, 2022
WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA. Graves at the Houston National Cemetery are adorned with wreaths after the volunteers spend the morning honoring the veterans in 2021.

AFJROTC remembers veterans, joins Wreaths Across America

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Nov 4, 2022
YOU HAVE A FRIEND IN ME. Working on her Woody pumpkin, sophomore Zoey Varner paints during softball bootcamp.

Old Halloween traditions mixed with new ideas during softball boot camp

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Nov 2, 2022
PINK PROBLEMS. With items for women costing up to 15% more, the pink tax is a real issue for women.

Pink tax punishes females

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Oct 21, 2022
THERE IS AN APP FOR THAT. Demons, apps and predictions of death create a horror movie worth watching.

Countdown 2019 (PG-13)

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Oct 20, 2022
THROUGH THE STORM. Members of the volleyball teams present a check their coach, Megan Storms and her husband Michael Storms. The money aas raising through the month of September for the family.

Team continues to support coach, husband during tough battle

by Hannah Hartman and Reid Henderson
Oct 17, 2022
VIVA LA VEGAS. Volleyball coaches Megan Storms, Kaley Evans and Bailey Wilson participate in the parade getting groovy while dressed like Elvis Presley. They walked with the volleyball team in the Vegas themed parade.

Parade theme transports Wildkats to fabulous Las Vegas

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Oct 12, 2022
OVERALL, A GREAT DAY TO BE A WILDKAT. The overalls, mums and garters worn by seniors on the Friday of homecoming were as diverse as the students who wore them. Lights, boas, fringe and bells were just some ways the seniors added their touch to the traditions.

Tradition meets personality in creation of overalls, mums

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Oct 7, 2022
During a game of the 2022 season, junior Kaleigh Kibbey moves the ball down the court.

Women’s basketball declines nationwide

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Sep 30, 2022
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT. Members of the class of 2023 stand with their parents during senior night on Tuesday.

[Photo] Tennis recognizes class of 2023

by Stone Chapman, Assignments Editor
Sep 29, 2022
HOMECOMING DILEMMA. The cost of the festivities may be too much for some students.

Homecoming celebration becoming too expensive for all students

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Sep 26, 2022
SPIRITED SAVINGS. Stapling ribbon into place, junior Abigail Johnson works on her mum during floral design. Making mums can be costly, but it is a good way to save money.

Unforgettable homecoming experience comes with hefty price tag

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Sep 26, 2022
HORROR FEST. The 2018 movie centers around the plot of three couples when they cross the path of a serial killer.

Hell Fest 2018 (R)

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Sep 22, 2022
WEIGHING IN. Placing 35th overall sophomore Mallori Mitchell & freshman Reed Ragan weigh in at 3.91 lbs.

BassKats hook 3rd place title at Lake Conroe

by Hannah Hartman, VOW Staff
Sep 22, 2022
Swing. Hit. Score. Varsity senior captain, Blaine Eckert scores against the Grand Oaks grizzlies. He goes on to win a set against the grizzlies in his singles match.

Tennis travels to Galveston to better prepare for district play

by Hannah Hartman, VOW Staff
Sep 13, 2022
Wildkats cross country off to a great start

Wildkats cross country off to a great start

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Sep 6, 2022
Friday night lights return against Rudder Rangers with new rules for Yates Stadium

Friday night lights return against Rudder Rangers with new rules for Yates Stadium

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Aug 26, 2022
Community joins together to Meet the Kats

Community joins together to Meet the Kats

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Aug 21, 2022
LETTIG THE BAT DO THE TALKING.. Headed to first, sophomore Kynlei Chapman runs after a successful turn at bat during the teams first game against Conroe.

Softball charges into playoffs after key victory against Tigers

by Hannah Hartman, features editor
Apr 25, 2022
FAVORITE NIGHT. Seniors Cole Arnold and Allie Benson recognize head trainer Scott McClatchy as their favorite teacher. Each year members of the training staff pick their favorite teacher along with the football team, cheerleaders and Sweethearts.

Athletic training program seeking dedicated students

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Mar 11, 2022
ON THE WAY TO STATE. On their way to bus to Ft. Worth, juniors Emma Akinson and Chloe Henderson walk along the bus ramp.

Cheer clinic set for March 7-9

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Feb 18, 2022
REACHING. At the game before Christmas where the softball and baseball teams played a co-ed scrimmage, sophomore Kynlei Chapman stretches' to catch a ball in the outfield.

Softball tryouts set for this week

by Hannah Hartman, features editor
Jan 12, 2022
MAKING IT COUNT. The 2021 yearbook recently won praise from the Texas Association of Journalism Educators.

Journalism students awarded for efforts in yearbook, UIL contest

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Dec 10, 2021
Seniors honored for college accomplishments at Coffee with Counselors

Seniors honored for college accomplishments at Coffee with Counselors

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Nov 30, 2021
IT'S TURKEY TIME. With Christmas lights and music already taking over, writer Hannah Hartman feels like it is time to remember Thanksgiving.

OPINION: Thanksgiving traditions important enough to celebrate

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Nov 18, 2021
ICED COFFEE TIME. Seniors can join the counselors for iced coffee and celebrate their college choices and questions.

Share college info, get free coffee

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Nov 12, 2021
LET'S GO. Should the new fad of chanting "Let's go Brandon" be protected by freedom of speech?

OPINION: ‘Let’s go Brandon’ creates controversy across nation

by Hannah Hartman, Features Editor
Nov 4, 2021
A-PEAL-ING COSTUME. During lunch senior Kristina Jones eats while wearing her Halloween costume. Friday's dress up day was themed around costumes because "Drugs are Scary."

Red Ribbon Week reminds students they can make difference

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Oct 29, 2021
TROPICAL VIBES. Dressed in bright Hawaiian colors and leis, sophomores Dakota Casey Kristina Guardado participate in Red Ribbon Week on Thursday.

I AM SERVICE. Reading from the program about service and how it relates to National Honor Society, senior NHS office. Glasgow was elected secretary at the end of last year.

NHS holds induction ceremony focusing on scholarship, leadership, character, service

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Oct 28, 2021
LOL. Many of the most popular emojis convey strong emotion. The top emoji is the face with the tears of joy.

Popular emojis vary

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Oct 14, 2021
FREE GUY. Ryan Reynolds stars in "Free Guy," a movie about characters in a vido game.

‘Free Guy’ explores the video game life of NPCs

by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Oct 7, 2021
MAKING PLANS. At a meeting during the academy, junior Toby Vance works with members of the class.

New club pushes creativity

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Oct 6, 2021
NO MAGIC NEEDED. Teaching his class how to be successful in his class with a cards, AP World History teacher Michael Robinson shows his card to the class. For many of the students, this is the start of college level classes in their high school career.

AP World History teaches sophomores more than subject matter

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Oct 1, 2021
HEALTHY OPTIONS. Offering organic options in the cafeteria would give healthier alternatives for students and staff members.

Organic food could lead to healthier, happier world

by Hannah Hartman, features editor
Sep 28, 2021
COSMO CARWASH. Members of the cosmetology classes are hosting a car wash Saturday, Sept. 25 in the CTE parking lot. Proceeds will go towards buying supplies.

Cosmo students host car wash this Saturday

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Sep 22, 2021
TWO PEAS IN A POD. seniors Bryce and Stephanie Keele take a moment from fighting to take a sweet picture. Being six minutes older, Stephanie enjoys the status of oldest twin.

Multiple sets of twins, triplets leaves school seeing double

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Sep 21, 2021
WILDKATS NEVER DIE. At the game against Houston Bellaire, seniors Paige Greeney and Jennifer Talley yell with the PitKru. The PitKru is an organization on campus that boost spirit at football games.

Embrace Wildkat pride, spirit

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Sep 15, 2021
ESSENTIAL HIGH SCHOOL MOVIES AND THE LESSONS THEY TEACH. Series about what movies can teach students in high school.

Romantic comedies teach lessons about high school life

by Stone Chapman and Hannah Hartman
Sep 15, 2021
20 YEARS LATER. As September 11 approaches, it is time to remember the heroes and victims of 9/11.

Twenty years later, 9/11 still matters

by Hannah Hartman, Features editor
Sep 7, 2021
CELEBRATION TIME. After a great night for Wildkat volleyball, members of the varsity team celebrate their victory over Splendora.

Fall sports, organizations get ready for competition

by Hannah Hartman, VOW features editor
Aug 22, 2021
ARE YOU READY? As the COVID vaccine rolls out in the US, Americans must decide if they are ready.

COVID vaccine risks may shadow benefits

by Hannah Hartman, VOW contributor
Dec 10, 2020
After a game against Conroe, senior Rachel Inman and junior Estefani Rendon exchange high fives as a show of sportsmanship.

Soccer players reflect on lessons learned

by Hannah Hartman, VOW contributor from Journalism I class
Feb 14, 2020
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