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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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Caleb Audia

Caleb Audia, Assistant News Editor and Multimedia Director

Caleb Audia is currently a senior at Prosper High School and has been a reporter for Eagle Nation Online for 3 years. He is the multimedia director and assistant news editor for the 2021-2022 school year. Audia has been a part of the Varsity Swim Team for 4 years, helped start the Prosper-ISD Water Polo Team, has been awarded Academic All-State recognition, is currently in the National Honor Society, International Quill & Scroll Honor Society, and has plans to enter service in the United States Air Force as a transport pilot. Audia hopes to work towards a degree in Aerospace Engineering after graduating through Texas A&M in the AFROTC detachment, or acceptance into the United States Air Force Academy.

Honors & Awards:

Best of SNO – "Feline friendship, Instagram allows family to help soldier" with Amanda Hare.
Best of SNO – "Junior overcomes dancing accident, bone transplant" with Christi Norris.
Best of SNO – "Podcast: History’s Forgotten – Season 2 – Episode 1 – Charles Whittlesey" with Amanda Hare & Christi Norris.
Best of SNO – "Podcast: History’s Forgotten – Season 2 – Episode 3 – Veterans Day" with Amanda Hare & Christi Norris.

2021 TAJE Honorable Mention – Caption Writing
2021 TAJE Honorable Mention – Story Portfolio
2021 Academic All-State

TAJE Fall Fiesta Honorable Mention – Video News Story "ENN students share common goals, look forward to new season"

All content by Caleb Audia

History’s Forgotten – Season 2 – Episode 7 – Our Forgotten Family History

May 17, 2022
In the image above, a digitally constructed photo by Multimedia Director and senior Caleb Audia is shown. Photos of Audias friends, family and senior photos are displayed. I’m glad I wrote this one, Audia said in the column.

Senior Column: Multimedia Director reflects on opportunities, mistakes

May 13, 2022

Varsity Esports team competes in invitational, plans to keep playing

May 11, 2022

Lt. Col. visits district, discusses potential Air Force JROTC

May 9, 2022

Review: Labrinth drops his most popular scoring, fans rave

April 22, 2022
Shown above, the Prosper Town Hall is listed as a designated place of voting for the elections held on May 7. Voters will be able to vote for individuals they want to fill the positions of Place 1, Place 3 and Place 6. Voters are not required to vote for each Place.

Upcoming school board election offers changes in seats

April 8, 2022
In a graphic made by Executive Opinion Editor Alyssa Clark, an edited cover of Euphorias Season 2 is shown. The show announced its third season Feb. 4, and fans can expect to see the new season in 2023. Zendaya constantly raises the standards and quality of what acting means, Clark said. The peak of this talent can be seen throughout the season, especially in Episode 5.

Review: ‘Euphoria’ Season 2 builds characters, captures fans in new light

March 23, 2022
A graphic shows the front of Rock Hill High School, where an Army JROTC program was approved for both Prosper and Rock Hill students. The program was approved at a school board meeting Tuesday, March 1. “We recently heard back from the Army and are working through some additional information they require,” Chief Academic Officer Tod Shirley said.

District approves JROTC, Army NDCC program

March 2, 2022
Since the recovery from the COVID-19 lockdowns, students have noticed an increase in inappropriate social media accounts. Opinion writer Caleb Audia created this graphic with Canva to show his opinion of the staff of the newspaper. In the attached editorial, he and co-writers Christi Norris and Gabriella Winans call for an end to posts that could hurt people. If students find themselves victims of one of these accounts, they can report the it on the Instagram app by clicking on the three dots, selecting the Report option, and selecting Report Account.

Editorial: Social media accounts created to embarrass students need to be taken down

February 23, 2022

History’s Forgotten: Season 2 – Episode 6 – Dorothy Height

February 15, 2022
A digitally constructed image shows the Over the Popcorn Bowl hosts recording, along with movie and TV show posters. In this episode, the hosts discussed their least favorite movies and TV shows. Seniors Gabriella Winans, Christi Norris, Alyssa Clark and Amanda Hare host the podcast. (Photo by Caleb Audia, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare)

[Photo] Over the Popcorn Bowl - Season 1 - Episode 10 - The Bash Episode

February 10, 2022
In her sixth period class, senior Abby Schrah prepares a Sunshine Arrangement. The floral department has been working on gifts and products available for purchase for the Valentines Day season. Students and staff can purchase gifts today through the links in the attached article.

News Brief: Floral department sells Valentine gifts

January 28, 2022
With school closures happening in the North Texas area, nurse Shanelle Stewart sent an email to staff. The email included a reminder about COVID-19 protocols, along with a form that students and staff can fill out. As of now, a total of 41 school districts in the North Texas region are expected to remain closed past the holiday, hoping to limit the severity of COVID-19 exposures, according to NBCDFW.

News Brief: Nurse sends out COVID-19 reminder after North Texas school closures

January 14, 2022

History’s Forgotten: Season 2 – Episode 5 – New Year’s Day

January 5, 2022
The above graphic, created by Soomin Chung, offers highlights principal John Burdett. While Burdett will complete the 2021-2022 school year in his current position, current Hays Middle School principal Nick Jones will take Burdetts position for the next school year. “This will not be a goodbye because I will continue to work with PHS in multiple ways as we continue to connect and grow with each other,” Burdett said in an email sent to parents.

News Brief: Burdett to step into admin position, Hayes principal to lead high school next year

December 17, 2021

Review: Ruel sparks new era with single ‘Growing Up Is ___’

December 15, 2021
With the movie title Red Notice, seniors Alyssa Clark, Amanda Hare, Christi Norris and Gabriella Winans sit around the podcast table. They recorded the fifth episode of their Over the Popcorn Bowl podcast. In this episode, they discussed the new movie Red Notice which starred Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Gal Gadot and Ryan Reynolds. (Photos by Caleb Audia, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare)

[Photo] Over The Popcorn Bowl - Season 1 - Episode 5 - 'Red Notice'

December 13, 2021
At the podcast table, seniors Caleb Audia, Christi Norris and Amanda Hare prepare for their podcast. In episode four of the second season of Historys Forgotten, they talked about Matt Urban, a Colonel Lieutenant in World War II. The episode is in honor of the anniversary of the Bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7.

Podcast: History’s Forgotten: Season 2 – Episode 4 – Matt Urban

December 7, 2021
Shown in the graphic above by Multimedia Director Caleb Audia, details highlighting some of the points in the article are expressed. The abortion bill is needed, but should be tweaked in order to pass Congress, Audia wrote expressing his opinion on the topic. Texas Governor Greg Abbott enacted the Texas Senate Bill 8 on May 19.

Opinion: Texas’ abortion bill needed with tweaking

December 3, 2021
In a graphic made by Multimedia Director and Assistant News Editor Caleb Audia, the official cover art for Adeles latest album 30 is shown. While I dont think this is Adeles best album, Audia said, it offers a unique and emotional outlook on her divorce. The album became available to fans through all streaming platforms Nov. 19.

Review, Podcast: Adele displays emotional experience following divorce in ’30’

December 2, 2021
A graphic featuring photos of History Forgotten hosts seniors Christi Norris, Caleb Audia and Amanda Hare introduces the third episode of the show. In this episode, Norris, Audia and Hare talk about the history of veterans day. Veterans day occurred Thursday, Nov. 11. (Graphic by Amanda Hare, Photos by Alyssa Clark)

Podcast: History’s Forgotten – Season 2 – Episode 3 – Veterans Day

November 11, 2021

Podcast: CK-1 – Episode 2 – Burdett highlights Makayla Noble’s fight, fundraisers

November 10, 2021
A digitally constructed image made on Canva introduces a review over Ed Sheerans new album by seniors Amanda Hare, Caleb Audia and Gabriella Winans. The album released Friday, Oct. 29. I had no expectations for the album, and it still didnt meet them, Hare said in the review. It couldnt be more underwhelming than it is, even if we just took out production overall.

Review: Ed Sheeran’s new album fails to meet already nonexistent expectations

November 3, 2021

Podcast: CK-1 – Season 1 – Episode 1 – Burdett highlights services for students

October 26, 2021
In a graphic made on Canva.com, created by senior and writer Alyssa Clark, the album cover of Optimist takes the focus. The debut album dropped Oct. 15. For anyone that has ever said that Finneas hides behind his sisters fame, they obviously havent listened to this album yet, Clark said. Optimist is a soon-to-be award-winning album, and I cant wait to see how Finneas continues to showcase his talent.

Review: Finneas’ ‘Optimist’ album touches vulnerability, problems in society

October 22, 2021

Review: Adele makes comeback in new single, ‘Easy On Me’

October 15, 2021
A teachers vaccine card sits with a disposable mask. This year, masks are optional for students. As of now, there is no virtual option for high school students.

COVID-19 impacts community, district rules

October 4, 2021

[Video] ENN students share common goals, look forward to new season

September 29, 2021

Podcast: History’s Forgotten – Season 2 – Episode 2 – Women in Astronomy

September 22, 2021

Podcast: Conquering College Confusion – Season 1 – Episode 1 – FAFSA & Common College Application Websites

September 17, 2021
The district announced that a virtual learning option will be available for students in grades kindergarten-sixth, starting Oct. 13. The online platform will be called PISD Virtual Academy and is a temporary learning solution to rising COVID-19 cases. We are grateful for our community’s continued support as we work together to overcome the ongoing COVID challenges, the district said in an email sent to parents.

News Brief: District announces virtual academy for K-6th grades

September 15, 2021
BBCs Inside the President’s War Room ranks as a must-watch 9/11 documentary, and will be available for free streaming Saturday, Sept. 11. Currently, the film is available on AppleTV and BBC One with a valid membership. Overall, I had high expectations diving into the documentary, senior Caleb Audia said. And every single one of them was met and excelled.

Review: ‘Inside the President’s War Room’ ranks must-watch 9/11 documentary

September 10, 2021
Kanye Wests latest album Donda became available for digital streaming on Saturday, Aug. 29. The albums release came after a month of extended delays, and three listening parties throughout the southern United States. Overall, I thought the album was decently done, senior Caleb Audia said. But, the production quality and verses under-matched my expectations.

Review: Kanye West’s new album ‘Donda’ is worth one listen, but not another

September 9, 2021
Before recording, seniors Christi Norris, Alyssa Clark, Amanda Hare and Gabriella Winans prepare for the first episode of their podcast, Over the Popcorn Bowl. They created the podcast to discuss movies and TV shows. In this episode, they talked about the new Black Widow movie by Marvel studios.

[Photo] Over The Popcorn Bowl — Season 1 — Episode 1— ‘Black Widow’

August 25, 2021
In the newsroom, seniors Christi Norris, Amanda Hare and Caleb Audia record the Historys Forgotten podcast. They recorded Episode 1 of Season 2 of the podcast to start off the new year. This show features Charles Wittlesy who fought in World War I.

Podcast: History’s Forgotten – Season 2 – Episode 1 – Charles Whittlesey

August 19, 2021
In a graphic made by senior Assistant News Editor and Multimedia Director Caleb Audia, photos of Afghan citizens and US Military service members are shown. The Taliban took over all major Afghanistan cities, including the capitol, Kabul, and presidential palace on Sunday, Aug. 15. Afghanistans political leaders gave up and fled the country, US President Joe Biden said in an address on Monday, Aug. 16. Their military collapsed.

Analysis: Taliban takes over Afghanistan capitol, Biden shares remarks

August 17, 2021
Waiting in line, freshman Stevie Kidd readies for picture day during the first week of the school year. While the district does not mandate the use of masks this year against the COVID-19 virus, many students can be seen wearing them. I am wearing a mask this year and I am vaccinated, junior Angie Paradiang said. But its other peoples choices if they want to wear a mask or not.

Abbott’s mask policy could affect back-to-school season

August 13, 2021
In a graphic made by junior Caitlyn Richey, pop-star Billie Eilish is seen in front of her past album and single artworks. Eilish announced her upcoming album, Happier Than Ever, is set to release on July 30. This is my favorite thing Ive ever created, and I am so excited and nervous and eager for you to hear it, Eilish said on her Instagram post, announcing the album and a new track. I cant even tell you. Ive never felt so much love for a project than I do for this one.

Entertainment Brief: Billie Eilish announces new album, releases single ‘Your Power’

April 30, 2021
Together, a mask and COVID-19 vaccination card sit on a black backdrop. The vaccination card is from a teacher who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine over spring break through the district. On Tuesday, April 13, J&J announced that they were pausing the rollout of their vaccine due to health concerns.

Johnson & Johnson vaccine rollout pauses amid health concerns

April 15, 2021
To follow school guidelines, ENO staff members wear their masks during class. The district announced on March 4 that students will still be required to wear masks inside the school. Face coverings are required inside the building, but not outside.

Editorial: District made correct decision to continue mask policy

March 19, 2021
Watching her self-made bridge be tested by a machine applying force, junior Abigail Griffith watches as she reaches the top three placement of all competitors. I feel as if I did pretty good, Griffith said. My calculations turned out to be correct even though I wasnt expecting it to break on the left-handed side. But, of course, that could have been from the way he loaded it on the machine.

Students test self-made bridges in engineering competition

March 5, 2021
Eagle Nation Online Reporter Caleb Audia covers the reasoning behind the delayed implementation of a Junior Reserve Officers Corps program within the school district. Administrators cite COVID-19 restrictions, funding allocations and infrastructure expansions for the reasons. If Prosper had a JROTC program I would join, junior Emily Patel said. It would allow me to gain great leadership experience.

Here’s why Prosper doesn’t have a JROTC program – yet

March 1, 2021
Covering pop-star Sia and her new album for her self-directed film Music, junior Caleb Audia writes about his experience as a listener. While controversy respectively surrounds the moral and societal standard of the film, the soundtrack should not go unnoticed. Personally one of my favorite Sia songs, Floating Through Space (with David Guetta) throws the listener back to her 2016 era, Audia said. With a reggaeton-pop stye beat thanks to the production of David Guetta, the listener has pushed away from the mind-opening and progressive lyrics and is instead focused on the radio-worthy beat.

Review: Sia’s new album, soundtrack ‘Music’ depicts unexpected beauty

February 10, 2021

Robots face off in weightlifting competition

January 29, 2021
Engineering students put robots to test in competition

Engineering students put robots to test in competition

January 15, 2021
At the Jan. 13 meet, in the first lap of his 200-yard individual medley, senior Justice Hunt dives in ahead of the other swimmers. Hunt also swam the 200-yard medley relay, 100-yard freestyle, and the 200-yard freestyle relay events. He will be competing at state in the 200-yard freestyle and 100-yard freestyle.

Swim team competes with Rock Hill on senior night

January 14, 2021
Watching Sias trailer for her debut film Music, junior Caleb Audia takes note of controversial scenes to which Twitter users called for attention amongst fans. In this scene, Maddie Ziegler, a former Dance Moms contestant, is seen impersonating a non-verbal, autistic, character. I made the executive decision that we would do our best to lovingly represent the community, Sia responded on Twitter to the backlash.

Column: How pop-star Sia could recover from upcoming film controversy

December 17, 2020
Emerging from the water, senior Jocelyn Hayes takes a breath of air between her breaststroke-strokes. Hayes competed in the 200-yard individual medley event, and swam two different relays as well. This is Hayess fourth year on the varsity team, and this is her second meet after being quarantined before Thanksgiving break.

Swim team ‘rides the wave’ in home meet against McKinney, Rock Hill

December 3, 2020
Dribbling down the court, senior Chandler Browning looks to make a pass. The Lady Eagles started in the lead, but took a loss from Rockwall Heath in the end. The final score was 32-36.

Lady Eagles basketball team loses to Rockwall Heath Hawks, 32-36

November 19, 2020
The sun rises at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport as flight crews load up for the first flights of the day. Masked faces are seen throughout cabins and the airport to limit the spread of the virus on traveling passengers. I am not afraid of traveling this holiday season, Prosper resident Melissa Audia said. Even though I decided to book my flights on the infamous Spirit Airlines.

Column: Lower-budget airlines could dictate holiday season, create more jobs

November 17, 2020
Shining a light on their homemade solar-powered car, group members junior Abigail Griffith, senior Kylie Sicilian and senior Joshua Cammack prep before the race begins. Performances in the event earned students a test grade, and the winners received 10 extra bonus points. I want to go into the engineering field, so I chose this class and Im taking another class for engineering as well, Sicilian said. I plan on going to Alabama University and majoring in aerospace engineering.

Engineering’s solar-powered cars race to learn

November 10, 2020
Tucking into her dive, sophomore Shaelyn Haiman spins upside down during the dive portion of the meet against Rock Hill and Friscos Memorial High. The divers competed at 5:30 p.m. while the swim teams began at 7 p.m. This marked the teams sixth meet.

Swim, dive teams win against Rock Hill, Memorial

November 4, 2020
Gathered at the ends of their lanes, swimmers await warm-up instructions from their coach. Warm ups began at 6 p.m., and the meet started at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Prosper competed against Plano West High School at the meet, losing to the Plano West girls team by three points, and their boys team by 27.

Swim team races against Plano West in dual meet

October 22, 2020
In sharing a photo by junior photographer Morgan Reese, junior Karolina Rubio posts this shot on her Instagram, including this shot. I want to give a huge shoutout and thanks to Morgan Reese for taking these pictures of me, Rubio wrote in her Instagram caption. If yall need professional pictures go hit her up. The photo also placed in the Texas Association of Journalism Educators Fall Fiesta competition in the portrait category. Reeses work scored a superior rating, the highest given in the contest.

Photo of the Week

October 21, 2020
Nearing her first flip-turn in the 50-yard freestyle race, senior Hannah Schulze takes a quick breath before heading under. This is Schulzes fourth year on the varsity swim team, and her second year being elected one of the few team captains.

Swim team makes splash against Southlake Carroll

October 20, 2020
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