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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 Jason Clark
On senior night for the swim and dive team, Coach Dana Fossmo congratulates senior Peyton Sewell. After coaching swim, cross country and track for decades as a Wildkat, Fossmo is retiring.

[Photo] Legendary coach retires, leaves mark on hearts of Wildkats for decades

by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
May 24, 2023
GET IT AWAY FROM ME. The box jellyfish, a creature on my reverse bucket list (things I never want to do).

Things in the ocean that make me never want to swim again

by Jason Clark, VOW Entertainment Editor
Apr 26, 2023
TANNENBAUM OF TRASH. Hand placing bottles donated by students, junior Addison Lyons and senior Charissa Miles-Aybar build the base of a christmas tree, an idea forged by the Energy and Environment co-cher.

[Photo] Student Council commended for effort to improve school culture

by Stone Chapman, VOW Writer
Mar 23, 2023
BLACK BEAR WHITE POWDER. "Cocaine Bear" follows a unique cast trying to survive a bear's coked-up rampage.

Cocaine Bear ODs on its own violent rush

by Jason Clark, VOW entertainment editor
Feb 28, 2023
UNCLE SAM APPROVED. On Red, White and Blue day, senior Reid Henderson shoots a picture of English teacher Chris Slovak dresses as a modern Uncle Sam. Members of Wildkat Media write stories, take pictures and work in designing and posting stories.

[Photo] Week centers on importance of scholastic journalism

Feb 17, 2023
IS IT WORTH IT? Playing sports often leads to injuries.

Effects of sports injuries live long past glory days

by Jason Clark, Entertainment Editor
Feb 16, 2023
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[Photo] Seniors celebrate milestone on National Signing Day

by Hannah Hartman, Sports Editor
Feb 10, 2023
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MAGICAL MOMENTS. As the witch in Big Fish, sophomore Zisel Braza hypnotizes the cast and crowd.

[Photo] Big Fish entertains, showcases talent of fine arts students

by Julia Humphries, VOW staff
Feb 27, 2023
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BATTING 100. The baseball team is holding an event on Saturday to raise funds for Coach Matt Pavlich's family.

Baseball team knocks support out of park

by Jason Clark, VOW staff
Jan 28, 2023
NEW YEAR, NEW EFFORT. With the calendar now saying 2023, many students are contemplating a resolution.

New year, new opportunities

by Jason Clark, VOW staff
Jan 23, 2023
Known for his sense of humor and crazy dress up days outfits, English teacher Chris Slovak is the Unofficial Campus Culture Director. His prank right before the break had his fourth period questioning reality.

[Photo] Slovak pranks fourth period with fake arrest

by Gracie Brumlow, Events Editor
Jan 13, 2023
OPENING A DOOR. The developments made by OpenAI could change the humanities as it is known,

Synthetic stories, artificial arts

by Reid Henderson and Jason Clark
Dec 14, 2022
GIFT BUYING DILEMMA. Buying an overly expensive gift for your person may make them feel a bit sad or even guilty, especially if their gift costs less.

Buying special gifts for that special person

by Jason Clark, VOW staff
Dec 13, 2022
PREACHER MAN. Playing the role of Rev. Hooker in Dearly Departed, junior Tripp Brown perform in the Black Box. Drama 3-4 students performed their class play during the day and once in the evening for parents and the community.

[Photo] Advanced drama students pack week full of performances

by Ava Hardin, VOW staff
Dec 8, 2022
CHRISTMAS IN COMING. On Friday at 4:00 the barn will be alive with fun, games and Santa. The event is free and open to all WISD elementary-aged students.

CTE presents cocoa, cookies, Christmas cheer in the barn

by Jason Clark, VOW staff
Dec 1, 2022
FEAST YOUR EYES. The centerpiece of the meal, a turkey waits to be carved for the ROTC meal. The culinary arts class prepared the turkey for the event held on Thursday.

[Photo] Family, friends, food bring feelings of gratitude

by Gracie Brumlow, VOW events editor
Nov 17, 2022
BOX OF BOTTLES. For the recycling drive, boxes are left out that can be filled with plastic bottles and aluminum cans.

Mean, green, recycling machines

by Jason Clark, VOW Entertainment Editor
Nov 14, 2022
INVESTIGATION. Examining evidence, senior Dillyn Schultz makes sure her data is up-to-par.

[Photo] Crime scene curriculum offers hands-on approach to learning

by Stone Chapman, VOW assignments editor
Nov 9, 2022
HOLY HOOPS. This image was created in DALL-E 2 with the prompt "jesus playing basketball, stained glass."

AI artists could evolve into blessing or curse

by Jason Clark
Oct 27, 2022
ON THE BLOCKS. Wildkat swimmer senior Brooks Cesan take his mark to begin the race.

Swim team dives into season

by Blaine Eckert and Jason Clark
Oct 14, 2022
FAR FROM CELEBRITIES. Boosted by TV shows, serial killers are elevated to celebrity status, but the truth is they are still horrible, evil people who took innocent lives.

TV, movie industries guilty of glamorizing serial killers in name of entertainment

by Jason Clark, VOW Entertainment Editor
Oct 12, 2022
FUTURE AND DESTINY. Don’t let anybody control your future and destiny. You control that. Your high school years are going to be the best years of your life and you’re supposed to enjoy those four years of high school because after that it’s all business.

Former Wildkat acts as bridge between past and present

by Jason Clark, VOW Entertainment Editor
Oct 4, 2022
SORRY WE ARE CLOSED. Due to an effort to increase safety, bathrooms on the first and third floor are closed during classes.

Closed restrooms lead to toilet troubles

by Jason Clark, VOW Entertainment Editor
Sep 28, 2022
DICE, DICE, BABY. The specialized dice for the game wait for the club to start.

Roll for initiative

by Jason Clark, VOW Staff
Sep 7, 2022
PRACTICING HER CRAFT. Working on getting the cut just right, junior Jemya Bonner cuts the hair of her client, Mrs. Roberts.

Cosmo course doesn’t cut corners

by Jason Clark, VOW Staff
Aug 23, 2022
PRESS ON. At the Magnolia Silos in Waco, the UIL group takes a picture before exploring the top attraction in town. Pictured are senior Katherine Lee, Summer Rains, Stephanie Keele, Jason Clark, Reed Henderson, Heather Jackson, Danica Sunquist and Michel Schlowinski.

UIL journalism, speech students travel to Baylor for regional competition

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
May 6, 2022
FIGHTING FOR CONTROL. In a tough game against College Park, senior Bruno Prudencio fights defenders to move the ball up the field. photo by Jason Clark

Senior class offers free coffee for students who pay class dues

Senior class offers free coffee for students who pay class dues

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Feb 18, 2022
DIAMONDS. Practicing for their first competition, sophomore Bella Gallegos and junior Faith Diaz of the guard polish their show before Saturday's competition in Katy. The guard will also host a competition on March 5.

Band busy with competitions throughout spring semester

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Feb 3, 2022
LISTEN ROMEO. During a daytime showing of Romeo and Juliet, juniors Brody McNew and Kolby Sebastian play the Romeo and maid.

[Photo] Theater students overcome obstacles to perform Shakespeare’s classic love story

by Timothy Gunn, VOW staff
Feb 2, 2022
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[Photo] Fine arts students show off talent performing iconic musical

by Summer Rains, VOW co-editor
Feb 15, 2022
BLOOD FEUD. Red lights flood the stage as Romeo played by junior Brodie McNew stabs Tybalt played by junior Ben Bowles during a school day performance of "Romeo and Juliet."

HAPPY NEW YEAR. A new law starting January 2022 will add more restrictions to chaining dogs outside.

New law provides protection for canine companions

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Dec 13, 2021
The World Series game 7 starts tonight at 7:09 at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas.

World Series experience comes with hefty price tag

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Nov 2, 2021
GO KATS. Celebrating during the Houston Bellaire game, senior Tallas Harrison faces the stands. The victory was the first for the Kats this season.

Kats head to district with momentum

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Oct 6, 2021
NETFLIX HIT. Squid Games hit Netflix this week and is ranked number one.

Squid Game takes number one spot on Netflix

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Oct 1, 2021
ONGOING NEEDS. The Wildkat Resource Center serves students, parents and staff members of the Wildkat community. They have ongoing needs of items they keep in stock to better serve the community.

Wildkat Resource Center offers assistance, needs community to help

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Sep 27, 2021
ENTERING BATTLE. At the start of the game against A&M Consolidated, the Wildkats run through the tunnel with a win in the plans. The team stunned the state-ranked team with a 24-17. It brings the record to 2-2 for the season.

Wildkats upset state-ranked Tigers, 24-17

by Jason Clark, VOW sports editor
Sep 20, 2021
BLEEDING RED, WHITE, BLUE AND PURPLE. As they get super pumped for the game, senior David Sariano runs across the field with a flag and sledge hammer. Soriano is one of five seniors who were elected captains by their team. Sophomore DJ Lagway is also a captain of the team.

[Photo] Wildkats victorious over Houston Bellaire

by Janice Talley and Stephanie Keele
Sep 14, 2021
WET PAINT. The school underwent several different changes over the summer.

School receives face lift over summer break

by Jason Clark, sports editor
Sep 9, 2021
BUCKLE WINNER. WIth his Reserve Champion Steer, freshman Briley Tucker makes his way around the ring. The buckle for winning Reserve Champion was donated by Gragson Farms. Community Support allowed

Local livestock show prepares 4-H, FFA students for ‘bigger shows, bigger honors’

by Jason Clark, VOW staff
Jan 25, 2021
Whether you celebrate with a Hanukkah menorah, a Christmas tree or nothing but your own spirit, the holidays are an important part of the year regardless. So don’t forget to be thankful for what life has given you, celebrate for what you have, and look forward to the new year to come - even if it costs you a buck or two.

Time to return to Christmas roots by denying commercialization of holiday season

by Jason Clark, VOW contributor
Dec 14, 2020
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