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The Student Voice of Prosper High School

Eagle Nation Online

ENO staff shares summer memories

From seaside to cities, staff members find different ways to unwind during summer break
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ENO Staff, Yousuf Ali, Emily Logan, Michelle Ayala, Kate Duncan, Elizabeth Cohorn, Ethan Chatelain, Srihitha Madepalli, Victoria Byers, Trisha Panicker, Aarushi Rana, and Palak Agarwalla • August 13, 2025 • 117 Views
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Working together, staff members of Eagle Nation Online assemble a puzzle. Students attended newspaper bootcamp over the summer from Aug. 5 to Aug. 8 and learned how to write different types of articles, how to write captions and to prepare for the upcoming school year. Pictured in the photo from left to right are junior Grace Suzuki, senior Aarushi Rana, junior Akshara Varma Kovvuru, sophomore Michelle Ayala, senior Emily Logan, junior Elizabeth Cohorn, sophomore Ethan Chatelain, junior Kate Duncan and sophomore Kaden Wortham.
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Looking ahead, assistant Jimmy Frideley takes a break from his work as he contemplates his next job, which means leaving Prosper High for the Richland High campus. Frideley has been an AP for the past three years and at PHS for six. He taught social studies and special education before becoming an assistant principal.
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Huddled in their newest outfits, fashion design students prepare to go on stage. Pictured in the photo are student Jaiden Correia, Carolina Reyes, Cora Roberts, Khloe Koan, Lyn Lee, Gabby Jones, Brittanie Green, Samantha Owusu and Giana Ventura. The fashion show took place on April 13 at Walnut Grove high school. “Our fashion show is inspired by flowers,” Green said. “My dress is like a big flower. The bottom (is) the pink petals of a flower. I (felt) prepared, but starting this project and working through it and being done with it on time (was) really hard.”
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Standing in form, senior Olivia Crooks prepares to hit her target. "I think getting out of my head really improved my score," Crooks said. "Once you start competing with only yourself, you really improve your time."
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Smiling at the camera, seniors Adithri Raghuram and Riti Patel hold boxes filled with peppermints, coloring books toys to distribute to students later. Supplying Smiles has reached over 20 states and their schools. "We chose to address educational inequity through these means as school materials are accessible, meaning with fundraised money, we can easily purchase them," Raghuram said. "I love watching people’s faces light up and seeing that our impact makes a difference."
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Focused, the yearbook team works on their pages to help complete the book on Mar. 11. There are 11 people on the yearbook team. "As far as what students can expect from distribution, they can expect something similar to last year," Potter said. "They will head to a designated location during their lunch and tell a staffer their last name, sign for the book and then enjoy."
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Finishing up their performance at the WGI Tulsa Regional Championship on March 8 in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, the winter guard looks out to the audience. After being named a finalist of the competition, the group officially advanced to the NTCA State Championship Finals. "Being a finalist for competitions is such an amazing feeling," Junior Lieutenant Ria Seera said. "It is amazing to hear that people love watching your show once and would like to see it again. It really makes you feel proud of all the hours and dedication that goes into the program."
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Caps in the air, the class of 2026 celebrates their final moments as Prosper High School students. 755 students graduated this year. "It's kind of bittersweet," senior Jerrick Jeyasee Kamaraj Christopher said. "Yes, I'm excited to graduate, but I'm going to miss the community here at Prosper. But, there's so many new opportunities that are opening up, so I'm very excited to explore all of that."
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The photos display aspects of senior Trisha Panicker's life, from journalism to debate to spending time with her friends. Panicker will be double majoring in politics and journalism in college. "I want to continue the work I was doing in Prosper, from covering locals to reporting on community events and traditions," Panicker said. "The joy and purpose that this gives me will hopefully motivate my future endeavors during my time in university."
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Sketching at a desk, Sapphire Vasquez works on a portrait. Sapphire Vasquez is a substitute teacher for art. "I've enjoyed (the different art) a lot because everybody has a different style, everybody wants different materials," Vasquez said. "They are creating things that they love on top of the things that they probably don't enjoy as much."
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In a collage of photos, senior Aarushi Rana showcases her highschool memories. Rana has been on the newspaper team for two years. "Journalism has my heart," Rana said. "I have made some of my best memories in this room."
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Made in Canva by Grace Suzuki, the graphic features photos taken by and featuring Victoria Byers. Byers is the Eagle Nation Online and Eagle Nation Times Social Media Director. She is graduating high school and leaving the program to go to Howard University.
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Holding a microphone, Head Tennis Coach Curtis Martin praises his tennis players at their banquet. The event took place Apr. 29 from 6-9 p.m. Both JV and Varsity teams were recognized by their coaches, peers and families.
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Blue and red lights flashing, a fire truck leaves in the middle of the ceremony to respond to a nearby emergency. The alarm sounded and the ceiling monitors flashed, notifying firefighter paramedics who left instantly. Later, the fire truck came back and attendees pushed it back into the station as a tradition, symbolizing the final step of the ceremony.
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Walking the track, student council officers lead the "Survivors Walk." Prosper High School hosts the Relay for Life fundraiser annually during the month of April. Over 10 clubs host stalls with fun activities for attendees.
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Looking ahead, the PHS archery team stands posing for a picture. The team attended the State Competition in March, coming home with many personal bests. They will compete at Nationals in April.
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Arms open, sophomore Polly Greaves stands in the ocean of Maui, Hawaii. She visited her grandma on a girls' trip with her mom and attended a luau. “The best part was the whales,” Greaves said. “From the beach, you could see them breaching. It was magical.”
Staffers take part in spring break activities
Huddling together before a mini game, freshmen Connor Chastain, Mason Yoo-Tritt and sophomore Andrew Hoye converse with the youth participants. All three are members of the JV baseball team. "I think the event went really well, it was a good turnout, and I think the kids had a good time and that's what it's all about," Cooper Duncan, junior, JV baseball team member said. "I'm most excited to get going, being around my teammates and having a good season."
Dugout Dudes event brings youth, high school players together
Walking around the stage, freshman Ariana Nasery holds the microphone with one hand and looks out to the crowd. Napery performed "Mr. Electric," according to the 2026 setlist. There were 12 solo performances out of the 20 total.
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About the Contributors
ENO Staff
Yousuf Ali
Yousuf Ali, ENT Editor-in-Chief

Senior Yousuf Ali leads the print magazine Eagle Nation Times. This is his second year on the ENO staff and his third year as a graphic design student. He loves to design and create new pieces while hoping to inspire others with them. He is excited to design and publish new magazines this year for everyone to read. Outside of school, he enjoys playing video games, watching movies and shows, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

 

Certifications:

     – Adobe – Visual Design – 2024      – Adobe – Print & Digital Media Publication using Adobe InDesign – 2024      – Adobe – Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop – 2022 Awards:      – 2026 VASE State Medalist      – UIL Award of Distinguished Merit to Eagle Nation Times TAJE 2026 Best in Texas      – Superior in Newsmagazine Cover      – Excellent in Double Truck Design      – HM in Alternative Copy      – HM in Editorial Cartoon ILPC Spring Convention 2026      – HM in Entertainment Page/Spread Design TAJE 2025 Fall Fiesta:      – 5th place Best of Show in Print News TAJE 2025 Best in Texas:      – Excellent in Double Truck Page Design      – HM in Newsmagazine Cover Design TAJE 2024 Fall Fiesta:      – Superior in Newspaper Design
Emily Logan
Emily Logan, Design Editor
Emily is a senior at Prosper High School. This is her second year on staff, and she is designing our site. She was born in Missouri, but she’s lived in Texas for majority of her life. Outside of school Emily enjoys drawing, writing, watching movies, and baking.   Quill and Scroll Honor Society Member
Michelle Ayala
Michelle Ayala, Sports Editor
Michelle Ayala leads the sports section as the sports editor. This is her second year working for Eagle Nation online. As a sophomore at Prosper High School and originally from Frisco, Texas, she enjoys playing golf and pickleball, working out, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family. She has earned the best of SNO for her feature article, “Senior overcomes injury, dives in to help water polo team,” and looks forward to improving her photography and writing skills while covering the athletes and games.
Kate Duncan
Kate Duncan, Feature Editor
Junior Kate Duncan performs her role at Eagle Nation Online as Feature Editor. This year officially marks her second on staff, and she is excited to see how the school year will play out. When she isn’t writing articles, Kate participates in other clubs like Breast Cancer Awareness Club as secretary and Key Club, and she enjoys reading, photography and spending time with the people close to her during her free time. Honors & Awards:  2 Best of SNO publications TAJE 2025 Best in Texas News Awards: Superior: Staff Editorial ILPC 2025 Individual Achievement Awards: 1st: Editorial Writing 3rd: Multimedia Package TAJE 2026 Best in Texas News Awards: Excellent: Feature Story Excellent: Entertainment Review ILPC 2026 Individual Achievement Awards: Honorable Mention: Entertainment Review Honorable Mention: Portrait Quill and Scroll Honor Society Member
Elizabeth Cohorn
Elizabeth Cohorn, Reporter
Sophomore Elizabeth Cohorn can be found dancing as a line member of the Prosper Talonettes Drill Team, completing her annual goal of reading 150 books, baking, and listening to music. This is her first year working on Eagle Nation Online as a reporter, and joined ENO because of her passion for writing. Her love for writing started in third grade with her first short story titled “Kindness Counts” and as a member of the staff, she is most excited about writing feature articles.
Ethan Chatelain
Ethan Chatelain, Reporter
Sophomore Ethan Chatelain is back for his second year of being on the Eagle Nation Online Staff. He is super excited to see how this year will go. He spent all of his life in Texas, but moved to Prosper in 2020. When not writing articles, he is usually hanging out with his friends or making music.
Srihitha Madepalli
Srihitha Madepalli, Reporter
Srihitha Madepalli, originally from Frisco, Texas, is a sophomore at Prosper High School. This is her second year working for Eagle Nation Online, serving as a reporter. Outside of school, she loves to listen to music, dance, and hang out with friends and family. She hopes to expand her knowledge and skills of writing and photography through ENO.
Victoria Byers
Victoria Byers, Social Media Director
Senior Victoria Byers leads social media posts for Instagram, X (formally known as ‘Twitter’) and Facebook.  This is her second year as a staff member, and she normally reports football games as a Mighty Eagle Band member. As she continues to find more and more creative tasks, clubs and electives, she gets to finalize and lead in band, two clubs, along with joining three new organizations.
Trisha Panicker
Trisha Panicker, ENO Editor-in-Chief
Trisha Panicker is a senior and this is her second year working for ENO, now as the Editor-in-Chief. She loves the town of Prosper and engages with the local community through her reporting. In addition, she is part of the PHS speech and debate team. In her free time, she enjoys going to coffee shops and reading.
Honors & Awards: 5 Best of SNO publications ILPC 2025 Individual Achievement Awards: 3rd: Multimedia Package Honorable Mention: Personal Opinion Column
2025 Fall Fiesta Contest Awards: Superior: Feature Writing ILPC 2026 Individual Achievement Awards: Honorable Mention: Personal Opinion Column Honorable Mention: Multimedia Package Texas Journalist of the Year 3rd Runner-Up Online News Editor of the Year Runner-Up Certifications: Adobe – Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop – 2024
Quill and Scroll Honor Society Member
Aarushi Rana
Aarushi Rana, Multimedia Editor-in-Chief
Aarushi Rana, originally from Connecticut, is a senior at Prosper High School. This is her second year on Eagle Nation Online and she serves as the Multimedia Editor-in-Chief. In her free time, she enjoys photography, reading and watching movies. Through ENO, she hopes to enhance her community outreach. Honors & Awards:  2 Best of SNO publications ILPC 2026: Honorable Mention: Entertainment Review Honorable Mention: Multimedia Package Honorable Mention: Video Story Silver Medal: Photo Story Certifications: Adobe Visual Design 2026 Adobe Photoshop 2026 Adobe InDesign 2026    
Palak Agarwalla
Palak Agarwalla, Reporter
Junior Palak Agarwalla serves her role at ENO as a reporter. She is looking forward to creating amazing and fun news to share to all, and she is so excited to face all the up-and-down loops of this year. Palak loves to dance and take interviews. Through Eagle Nation Online, she hopes to make more connections to the school and outside.
Tejas Konka
Tejas Konka, Chief Operating Officer
Junior Tejas Konka is from Los Angeles, California. His main goal for this year is to raise money for Eagle Nation Online and our sister publication, Eagle Nation Times, to allow staff to publish consistently. Tejas is looking forward to meeting new people and collaborating with others to improve the newspaper. His favorite hobbies include reading books and playing basketball with friends. 
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