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Eagle Brief: Aug. 19 – 23

Beginning-of-school-year events start
Byline photo of Sofia Ayala
Sofia Ayala, Eagle Nation Online Editor-in-Chief • August 19, 2024
Isabel Multer
As she looks into the crowd, senior Haylee Alexander cheers alongside the Prosper Varsity cheerleaders. This is her fourth year in the program. Alexander also has cheer experience outside of school.

Eagle Update & Resources

  • To view the calendar of scheduled sporting events, click the high school athletics calendar here.
  • To view PISD events, the district-wide calendar is linked here.
  • To view the 2024-2025 academic calendar, click here.
  • To view this week’s PISD express information, click here.
  • If you would like to level down from an AP or Honors course, you will need to wait until the end of the six weeks marking period. A form will be available for you to fill out at that time.
  • As a reminder, there are no elective changes. The only changes that can be made at this time are schedule corrections.

Upcoming

  • The Prosper Talonettes drill team will host their annual mini clinic on Sept. 7. All students enrolled in Prosper ISD grades k-8 are encouraged to come. The Talonette’s will be teaching a dance, learn stand routines, and perform at the end of the event.
  • Make sure to dress for success every day. For more back to school information check out out latest article for more information.

Sports schedules:

Monday, Aug. 19 –

5 p.m. Varsity Boys Water Polo v.s. John Paul II (Prosper ISD Natatorium)

7 p.m. Varsity Girls v.s John Paul II (Prosper ISD Natatorium)

Tuesday, Aug. 20 –

4:30 p.m. Tennis, Varsity Girls v.s Plano East (away)

6 p.m. Tennis, Varsity Boys v.s Plano East (away)

5:30 p.m. Volleyball Girls JV v.s Rockwall Heath (home)

6:30 p.m. Volleyball Girls JV v.s Rockwall Heath (home)

Wednesday, Aug. 21 – No Events 

Thursday, Aug. 22 – 

8 a.m.  Volleyball Girls – Varsity Tournament (Northwest HS)

8 a.m. Water Polo Boys & Girls-Varsity Texas Cup (LISD Westside Aquatic Center)

6 p.m. Tennis Boys & Girls-JV Plano East Prosper HS

8 a.m. Tennis Boys & Girls-JV Plano East Prosper HS

Friday, Aug. 23 –

8 a.m. Water Polo Boys & Girls-Varsity Texas Cup (LISD Westside Aquatic Center)

Uplifting

  • Watch for a nice surprise on Aug. 22, honoring one of our own.
  • On Aug. 23 PHS will host its first ‘Aloha’ pep rally of the year. It will take place during eagle time. Check the modified bell schedule here.

 

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Senior Sofia Ayala leads Eagle Nation Online as editor-in-chief. This is her fourth year working for Eagle Nation Online. She served as Assistant Editor for Eagle Nation Times, and served as the Feature editor in the past. Sofia is part of the varsity PHS Talonettes drill team where she enjoys dancing with her team. Outside of school, she loves going out on runs, reading, and listening to music.  
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Isabel Multer, Sports Editor
Coming from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Isabel Multer is a senior at Prosper High School entering her third year on Eagle Nation Online. Isabel is also the Producer for Prosper High School's broadcast program, Eagle Nation News and outside of school she loves spending time with friends and family. Isabel hopes to share her love for storytelling and sports through ENO. 2024 Best in Texas News & Broadcast Honorable Mention Anchor Reel Excellent Sports Feature Story Excellent Feature Story Video Package Honorable Mention Feature Story Video Honorable Mention Feature Story Video 2023 Best in Texas News & Broadcast Honorable Mention Sports Feature Story Honorable Mention Sports Column
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