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The Student Voice of Prosper High School

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The Student Voice of Prosper High School

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Huddled up, the team gathers to talk before the start of practice. The team began their practice during off–season to prepare for its games in the spring. The practice was held at the PHS baseball field.
As they take a break, the Prosper high school band rests before their next performance. The band lines their instruments up when they are not in use. This instrument is called the mellophone (a marching French Horn).
While the audience watches, junior Boyd Mueller sings into a microphone. Mueller plays Hades. Prosper Theatre's "Hadestown: Teen Edition" was chosen to be performed at the Main Stage at the Texas Thespian State Festival in Grapevine. "Generally, Main Stage is a privilege almost exclusively given to private fine art schools," stage manager senior Annabelle Nugent said. "The fact that a public school like Prosper is getting Main Stage is fantastic. Simply, it means that we are at the level of schools who specifically draft for stuff like fine arts and singing and dancing ability, and it's really a compliment to our actors and our technicians."
Hands clapping, senior Branson Reeves gets the crowd loud. Prosper is currently ranked 21st in the state. "My goal for the rest of the season is to get at least one more touchdown," Reeves said. "I also want us to get through the playoffs at least through the third round."
Lifestyles
Brush in hand, senior Emma Esposito paints her pumpkin at the October FFA meeting held on Oct. 21. Emma competes in horse evaluation – a CDE competition. "You see horses going around and people riding them, and you have to judge them, and they have a mock competition," Richmond said. "And basically your goal is to get as close to the real judge as you can."
Cultivating success: FFA members gain community in organization
Elizabeth Cohorn, Reporter
Students start to see changes with their social media accounts. Instagram announced Sept. 17 it will add new restrictions for teenagers going into 2025. These restrictions include a new age verification policy, changes in privacy, protection from suspicious adults, new restrictions on content, parent supervision and notifications. Graphic was made by Ethan Chatelain on Canva.
Students voice opinions on ‘Teen Account’ restrictions
Ethan Chatelain, Reporter • October 30, 2024
The JROTC Color Guard marches with the American and Texas flags during halftime at the Prosper Homecoming football game. 1st Sgt. Sedric Wade and Staff Sgt. Michael Songy teach the class. This class includes Cadet Sgt. Maj. Brooklyn Spring, Cadet 2nd Lt. Christian Politz, Cadet Cpt. Jolee Page, Cadet Cpt. Christopher McHenry and Cadet 2nd Lt. Pravani Sundaram.
JROTC prepares students for future
Heather Davis, Reporter • October 29, 2024
Eyes ahead, junior Cali Swick follows the play on the field. It teaches me responsibility. This is Swick's second year in the stadium crew program. "It teaches me a better understanding of equipment and the way that things roll at a stadium," Swick said. "The relationships that you make with everyone are just so pure because you're helping each other out."
Stadium crew operates Children’s Health Stadium
Isabel Multer, Sports Editor • October 25, 2024
Junior and co–president of the Prosper Breast Cancer Awareness Club Dhruvi Tank (front right) sits with the club's other co-president Ananya Yerram (front left) and the rest of the BCA team. The club's first introductory meeting this year was held on Sept. 5 to provide new members with a summary of the activities that will be held for the rest of the year. Breast cancer is the most cancer diagnosis in the United States and affects approximately 2.3 million individuals worldwide.
Cancer survivors, students promote medical knowledge
Anisha Mandem, ENT Editor-in-Chief • October 24, 2024
News
As she rests in front of her decorated room, first-year Prosper Independent Career Study teacher Carrie Behrens said she anticipates an exciting year ahead, full of opportunities. “I’m just really, really looking forward to having the experience that I get to share with all of you,” Behrens said. "I feel very honored to be able to work with these amazing students."
Behrens shares her love for Prosper Career Independent Study program
Trisha Panicker and Aarushi Rana • October 17, 2024
Outside the school at 5 a.m., juniors Madison Koepp, Nuala Adams and Landon Byrom pack their equipment into a district travel car. Broadcast and newspaper students traveled to San Antonio for the Texas Associatin of Journalism Educators Fall Fiesta convention Oct. 14. New district travel guidelines restrict CTE, Fine Arts and Academic Competition groups' ability to travel.
District updates travel guidelines
Jake Radcliffe, Chief Executive Officer • October 14, 2024
Trophy case open, film adviser Michael Logan showcases awards his team has achieved over the years. The film program won first at UIL state last year. On Oct. 15 the team will leave to go to New York City. They will be attending the All American High School Film Festival and compete throughout the week.
Film program speaks up on new travel policies
Sofia Ayala, Eagle Nation Online Editor-in-Chief • October 11, 2024
As she leads the class, choir director Crystal Chamberlain prepares to check in with her students. Chamberlain leads the choir program alongside director Tate Keen. This year, choir students will go on a trip to Fort Worth. Due to the new district travel policies, fine art programs can only travel out-of-state for trips that aren't for competition once every four years.
Travel guidelines impact fine arts
Erica Deutsch, Multimedia Editor-in-Chief • October 10, 2024
Eagle Brief
Arms in a heart, senior Nathanial Crabtree leads the student section in a cheer. The Eagles will play Plano West next on Nov. 7 at John Clark Stadium. The next game will be the last district match before heading off into playoffs.
Eagle Brief: Nov. 4 – 9
Sofia Ayala, Eagle Nation Online Editor-in-Chief

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Holding up a 'Smile for Sadie' sign, senior Gavin Teague and junior Alyssa Milner stand in the Talonette section. The Talonettes performed a dance dedicated to their teammate Sadie Neddo. A prayer was held at the end of the game to honor her.
After a hold from Plano's offense, senior Blake Summers successfully intercepts the ball and runs to a first down. Summers plays cornerback for the Eagles. "I think I produced pretty good," Summers said. "Learning through all the defense, routes, and placement; we came out with a win."
Hand on the ball, no. 63 freshman Drew Alderton prepares to snap the ball to the quarterback. This is Alderton's first year playing center in the football program. This marked the fifth home game.
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While greeting students at lunch duty, Associate Principal Paige Trujillo welcomes students back to Prosper High School. This moment comes from Aug 13., the first day of classes. "I love seeing everybody's new shoes, but, on a more serious note, I just love the energy in the building," Trujillo said. "Mr. Jones and I are here all summer while people are gone, so the building feels kind of sad without everybody in it. So, the best thing is when teachers come back and all that energy, and then y'all come back, and that's even more energy. I truly love this job, and I love Prosper High School. So when everybody comes back, that's the best part – coming back to school."
Opinion
Arm outstretched, Tyler Okonma, professionally known as Tyler, the Creator, dons a mask on the album cover of his upcoming album "CHROMAKOPIA." He will release his album at 6 a.m. EST on Oct. 28. Okonma released the first single from the album, "Noid," on Oct. 21.
As cell phones rise to issues, Texas Education Agency Mike Morath, proposes a new policy for ban across public schools. Studies have shown that almost half of America's population is affected by smartphones.
Autumn Moon Latte in hand, senior Erica Deutsch visits a local coffeeshop, Summer Moon. Deutsch reviewed several coffee shops regarding their fall signature drinks. The list includes Summer Moon, Starbucks, Fourteen Eighteen, Heirloom Haul and Lemma.
According to freshman Eli Deutsch, the Rangers' season is about to end, and they are not going to make the playoffs this season. "Their stats show they've played under expectations and lots have gone wrong for them this year," Deutsch said. "The rangers have lost multiple games and players to injuries." – Graphic created by Eli Deutsch, using Canva.
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On the Arena floor, Principal Nicholas Jones points to the junior section during a pep rally. The first pep rally of the year was aloha-themed and took place Aug. 23. “I love the alma mater and the fight song,” Jones said. “It’s my favorite part of the pep rally every time.”
Podcast: Steering the Ship – Episode 1 – A day in the life
Jake Radcliffe, Chief Executive Officer • October 1, 2024

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