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Katherine Lee

Katherine Lee, VOW features editor

She is a varsity choir member, class officer, Spanish NHS Member and on the UIL team. Katherine loves all thing journalism - from interviewing to taking pictures. She enjoys being around friends and family, but also enjoys the peace and quiet of reading a book under millions of blankets with a cup of coffee in her hands. You can reach her at [email protected] :)
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FEMALE EMPOWERMENT. During the month of march, there will be a series of story posted about feminism and women's history.

Stereotypes of feminism hinder equality movement

March 5, 2021
IN A SEA OF WHITE. Willis High School under a blanket of snow is an unusual sight. The school was closed from February 15-19 due to an ice and snow storm that left most of Texas facing water and power problems. Classes will resume February 22.

School resumes after unusual Texas snow event

February 22, 2021
GROUP CELEBRATION. Senior Julianna Needham stands with directors Laurelyn Korfhage and Ken Labsonski during the class celebration for Needham. Needham is the third student to make it into All State choir from Willis High School.

Senior accomplishes Texas All-State Choir goal despite COVID-19 craziness

February 2, 2021
WE CAN DO BETTER. As teenagers mature into voters, the current political chaos is not a good representation of what America should be.

Today’s political chaos serves as inspiration for a better tomorrow

January 15, 2021
SIX MORE POINTS. After crossing into the endzone in the play-off game against Spring Dekaney, junior Jamarious Wells celebrates with junior Tanner Hayes.

Play off appearance energizes team for future success

December 17, 2020
HELMETS UP. Traditions like players raising their helmets, the Sweetheart victory line and the school song at the end of the game have made the year of COVID-19 a little more normal.

Traditions under stadium lights important during COVID craziness

November 28, 2020
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. Preparing for Willis Unlpugged on December 10, junior Douglas Fairbanks and director Ken Labonski practice upstairs in the PAC. Choir and guitar have in-person concerts scheduled in December.

Choir looks forward to in-person winter concert

November 18, 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.

Six students move to next round of All-State auditions

October 27, 2020
VICTORY. After the imposter is voted out, a screen proclaiming victory is shared with the crewmates who survived the mission.

[Photo] Crewmates, imposters fill their time ‘Among Us’

October 19, 2020
HOUSE OF BLUES. Members of Azure Bloom play the house of Blues in Chicago in the 90s. Before he became a part of his student’s lives, Choir Director Ken Labonski was a part of a band, Azure Bloom.

From ‘B-list’ celebrity to A-list teacher

October 16, 2020

Styles continues to steal hearts with new roles, promises of new music

October 10, 2020
After a bomb threat led to a shelter in place, many students made jokes and memes about the situation. In this editorial, features editor Katherine Lee starts a conversation about being more sensitive to these types of situations.

Reaction to bomb threat initiates discussion on sensitivity

September 29, 2020
SICKO MODE. The new Travis Scott meal is available at McDonald's for a limited time.

New Travis Scott collaboration: less about beats, more about barbecue sauce

September 21, 2020
THE TIME IS NOW. South Louisiana and East Texas is rebuilding after the devastataion of Hurricane Laura left millions without power. There are simple ways everyone can help.

Time to offer helping hand to those devastated by Laura

September 14, 2020
CAMP SUCCESS. Members of the Sweetheart at the end of their summer camp. The dance camp took place but added safety measures to keep the dancers safe.

Clubs make best of ‘uncertain’ start to school

August 24, 2020
Assistant Band Director Andrew Hicks marches with the band during the homecoming parade. Hicks was recently named the head band director at Burnet High School.

[Photo] From Kats to Dawgs, Hicks named band director at Burnet High School

May 17, 2020
Celebrating his 17 birthday, junior Jace Halbaedier enjoys his birthday celebration at a safe distance.

Students find way to celebrate safely while social distancing

May 11, 2020
The second article from the Issue Issue explores the stress and pressure felt by students who are trying to building impressive GPAs and resumes of extracurricular activities.

High expectations causes high stress for academically driven students

April 12, 2020
Bored? There are things to do to keep the boredom away.

Bored? Being home has endless possibilities for growth, discoveries

March 27, 2020
Bye Bye Birdie will debut Friday night in the PAC. The musical is a collaboration of the drama, band, choir, dance and art programs.

Bye Bye Birdie debuts Friday night

January 24, 2020
Members of Wildkat Media participated in the Cen-tex Journalism UIL meet. Congrats to the winners.

Cen-Tex UIL winners announced

December 12, 2019
The gang is back for Frozen 2. Who is your favorite? Olaf, Kristoff, Sven, Anna or Elsa.

Travel ‘Into the Unknown’ with Anna, Elsa, Olaf in Frozen 2

December 4, 2019
CHALLENGE ACCEPTED. Ren Fest venders beckon pedestrians to come try their wares and to immerse themselves in renaissance times. Junior Savannah Holly takes up the challenge of making the loudest noise on the blowhorn. “He kind of scared me at first when we all walked up,” Holly said. “But then he turned out to be really fun and when I finally blew the horn right, we were both really excited.”

[Photo] Journalists bring home gold from Renfest School Days

December 3, 2019
In a taste test, which sandwich is better? Canes, Chick-fil-A or Popeyes?

Battle of chicken sandwiches ruffles feathers

November 17, 2019
Bring canned goods to second period for the NHS food drive. All food donated will remain in the community.

[Photo] Season of giving starts now

November 7, 2019
This year's Red Ribbon Week theme is Send a Message. Stay Drug Free.

Red ribbon week: more than dress up days

November 1, 2019
With Halloween days away, what movie from your childhood do you like the most? Also, which spooky character makes your scream?

Spooky cinema

October 19, 2019
Members of the Wildkat choir under the direction of director Ken Labonski sing before the first football game on September 6, 2019. The choir is busy with TMEA auditions, the annual Short and Sweet concert on September 26th and practices for public performances like the football games.

TMEA auditions push choir students toward success

September 16, 2019
FRIDAY NIGHT DEBUT. On her first Friday night under the lights of Berton A Yates Stadium, freshman Emily Fails dances with the Sweethearts. “My first Friday Night Lights was amazing and magical,” Fails said, “I had a great time surrounded by spirited students. The older members of Sweethearts prepared us by keeping us calm and believing in us.”

[Photo] Welcome back to Friday Night Lights

September 10, 2019

PHOTO STORY: Choir welcomes back members with ice cream social

September 6, 2019
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[Photo] Ladykats sweep Conroe in front of loud, spirited crowd

August 29, 2019
COMMANDING ATTENTION. As a cast member 1984, junior Cameron Collier acts onstage during the AACT drama festival.

1984, cast members win accolades at summer theater fest

August 28, 2019
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