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Eyes on the ball, senior Ayden Ames positions her arms, ready to bump the ball. Ames is in the top 50 for national rankings and ranked top 13 in Texas. Ames is committed to University of Texas at Austin. Outside of school, Ames has played as middle blocker for the USA Volleyball U19 National Training Team who went on to win the World Championship title.

Volleyball takes semi-finals loss, season ends

Srihitha Madepalli, Reporter

The Eagle Nation News team returns for its 11th season. ENN airs Fridays at 12:07 p.m. Michael Hatch advises the ENN team.

ENN Season 11, Episode 13

During a triathlon race, senior Eli McWard completes the cycling distance. The order of the races starts with swimming, then biking, then running. A good support team has been the backbone for whenever anything is both going great, but also not going great, McWard said. I think especially through the lows when youre doubting yourself, theyre the ones reminding you – you love this sport, not because of your performances and how well youre doing at races, but because you enjoy waking up every day, and training and pushing yourself to find new limits.

With hopes set on Olympics, triathlete wins 2023 African Championships

The Memory Space – Season 2 – Episode 2: Pokémon

Lifestyles

As the girls varsity team comes together, seniors Carly Garner and Jaeda Crabtree receive their certificates for the 2023-2024 season. The team came second in the district. Crabtree had 72 goals this season.

Waterpolo program ends year with banquet

Sofia Ayala and Erica Deutsch

Walnut Grove High School hosted a UIL academic learning day on Oct. 21. Students from all around the state came to gain more knowledge and experience about the types of events they will be competing in this year. Students will compete in practice events before districts in April.

Prosper builds up the competition

Erica Deutsch, Feature Editor • November 17, 2023

Sitting at his desk, biology teacher Matthew Nicholls prepares the lesson plan for his next class. Nicholls was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes a few years ago. “It’s not something people need to feel ashamed about,” Nicholls said, “it’s just a part of who you are. It can definitely be frustrating at times, but it can teach you so many things as well.”

Teachers, staff raise awareness in honor of diabetes month

Anisha Mandem, Assistant Editor • November 15, 2023

Elementary school teacher Abigail Peterson strolls on Oct. 15 through the park she use to play in as a kid. As she walked, she came upon a surprise orchestrated by math teacher Gabe Owens. Who would have thought a school hashtag would allow us to meet, Peterson posted on her X (formerly Twitter) account on Oct. 16. Now he’s my fiancé.

Love at 1st Tweet: Hashtag unites teacher & basketball coach

Gracie Archibeque, Design Editor in Chief • November 15, 2023

Wearing a cross country shirt under his overalls, senior Max Miller is introduced as a spirit leader at Meet the Eagles. Miller made it to UIL State Cross Country Championships for the third year as a Varsity Elite athlete. He also is a pianist and Spanish Honor Society vice president.

Cross Country State-qualifier Max Miller finds success from small steps

Kaya Miller and Riley McConnell • November 10, 2023

News

At the annual Out of Darkness Walk on Nov. 4, Jerry Craven, Nate Craven, and Rebecca Craven hold a poster, created by the Rushing cheer team to honor their son, Isaac Craven. Hundreds of people, as well as local businesses and teams came to support suicide prevention. The walk started at 9:30 a.m. in Prospers Windsong Ranch.

Prosper takes steps into 'the light'

Lauren Clayton and Tess Gagliano • November 6, 2023

The Texas legislature passed a new bill - Bill 900, regarding new guidelines for books in school libraries. The guidelines state that book vendors will have to rate their books based on how explicit the vendors perceive the book to be. Schools in Texas have begun to implement the new bill according to Texas Education Agency guidelines.

'READER Act' could impact Texas high school library offerings

Sofia Ayala, Assistant Editor • November 3, 2023

In a Prosper residents front yard, a sign in support of the PISD bond election stands. Early voting ends Nov. 3. The article attached includes the information Dr. Holly Ferguson and town planning members provided on the bond proposals this past week.

Town officials, Prosper superintendent offer information on bond; community members offer opinions

Kaya Miller, Co Editor-in-chief • October 26, 2023

Prosper will be one of several municipalities hosting mandatory –state training exercises. The safety practice will be held at Prospers Childrens Health Stadium. This event will give not only safety officials in area practice, but student journalists from all three district high schools also received invitations to participate in a press conference about the event. This will provide students with an opportunity to participate in a mock press conference, Hamlin said. With several people from different law enforcement divisions — the press conference is going to be in response to the events happening that day.

News Brief: Police Department, school district, other officials host training exercise at stadium Content

Juliana Cruz, Co Editor in Chief • October 24, 2023

Eagle Brief

In the PHS gym, senior Courtney Reed gets ready to donate blood. Carter Blood Care works with the HOSA organization to host a blood drive for students today, Nov. 27. Seniors can get an honor cord for graduation if they donate twice – once in the first semester and once in the second semester. There will be another opportunity for 16-year-olds (with a parent-signed form) and 17-year-olds (and older) to donate in the spring. Every blood drive we do saves so many lives, HOSA sponsor and health sciences teacher Kelli Factor said. As you know, there is a massive shortage of blood available, so this really does make a difference for our community. Every pint collected can save up to three lives.

Eagle Brief: Nov. 27 – Dec. 3

Kaya Miller, Co Editor-in-chief

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Volleyball takes semi-finals loss, season ends

Srihitha Madepalli, Reporter | December 1, 2023

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Sports

Leg planted into the ground, sophomore Zaden Krempin blocks the defensive lineman, allowing the team to move the ball downfield. This year marks Krempins first on varsity. The Eagles will take on Lake Highlands this Friday at 7 p.m. at the Coach Kenny Deel Stadium in Melissa.

Football takes victory against Plano East, heads to Round 2 of playoffs

Riley McConnell and Juliana Cruz

Alongside her teammate, senior Reese Renfrow bounces up to block the ball. The varsity team will partake in a bi-week, resting from their past tournaments, before continuing on. The Lady Eagles took on El Paso Coronado, on Sat. Aug 19, taking home a 2-1 win.

Prosper volleyball team soars into Round 3 of playoffs

Isabel Multer, Sports Editor

Eagle Nation Times Student Guide August 2023

Recent Results

Nov 25	Football	Prosper High School vs. North Crowley	7-35	L
Nov 7	Girls Basketball	Prosper High School vs. Wylie East	56-37	W
Nov 3	Girls Basketball	Prosper High School vs. Frisco Centennial	85-21	W
Nov 3	Girls Basketball	Prosper High School vs. Centennial	85-21	W
Nov 2	Football	Prosper High School vs. McKinney Boyd	24-12	W
Oct 17	Boys Water Polo	Prosper High School vs. Marcus	9-19	L
Oct 10	Varsity Volleyball	Prosper High School vs. Little Elm	3-0	W
Oct 6	Varsity Volleyball	Prosper High School vs. Rock Hill	3-0	W
Sep 30	Boys Water Polo	Prosper High School vs. Rock Hill	19-5	W
Sep 30	Girls Water Polo	Prosper High School vs. Rock Hill	25-3	W

Opinion

In a graphic made on Canva, senior Juliana Cruz speaks upon a friends life being taken away because of an irresponsible use of a firearm. Students should be able to understand there’s another side of guns when it’s used incorrectly or in the wrong hands, Cruz said. I understand why organizations fight for the ban of it, as it injures and kills those around us, even loved ones.

Column: Senior reflects on perspective of firearms

Juliana Cruz, Co Editor in Chief

In a digital graphic made by senior Juliana Cruz, Whos Got Aux?, is the title of the podcast, created by last years hosts, 2023 graduates Gianna Galante and Mithra Cama. In this episode, with new hosts, senior Riley McConnell and Cruz, introduce each other to music the other has not heard before. They discuss their opinions after each song is played.

Podcast: Who’s Got Aux – Modern R&B, local artists – Season 2 – Episode 3

Juliana Cruz and Riley McConnell

This graphic, made in Canva, depicts the picture of a Cavendish Banana with the words Save the bananas around it. This phrase alludes to the save the - posters that many environmentalists and conservationists use to reach the public about endangered animals. The Cavendish banana is threatened by a fungus, and many scientists predict the populations extinction.

Column: Are bananas going extinct?

Lauren Clayton, Reporter

In a graphic constructed by guest reporter and senior Taryn Stilson, is different meaningful objects. Stilson writes poetry and short stories in her free time. The featured poem about anxiety is one of her favorite works.

Writer shares short poem, reflection of life

Taryn Stilson, Reporter

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With tripod ready, senior Kaya Miller and junior Anisha Mandem finish up filming a school tour. Miller and Mandem filmed their trek for new students. A QR code in the Student Guide print issue of Eagle Nation Times allowed readers to see the video via Eagle Nation Online.

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