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Caroline Wilburn, Sports Editor

Caroline Wilburn, a senior,  has lived in Prosper, Texas, since 2010. This is her second year on staff, and she holds the position of sports editor this year. In addition, she serves on the editorial board for Eagle Nation Online. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with friends, family and her dogs. She also plays for the varsity tennis team and looks forward to combining her love for sports and journalism together. 

 

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To celebrate a publication accomplishment, adviser Lisa Roskens, senior Mark Chrissan, superintendent Holly Ferguson and senior designer Gary Garrett, take a minute to let Chrissan show his designs, which recently won an award. Chrissan holds a poster of his design that represents the cover of Medical City Children's Hospital's

[Photo] Eagle Brief: May 14-23

May 14, 2021

History’s Forgotten Finale: Rachel Carson

May 12, 2021
Working with her fellow Girl Scouts, Girl Scout Carsyn Overstreet holds the drill. After buying the supplies, the girls built the Little Free Library together and installed it on Tuesday, April 27. “The premise that the girl initially got started with was to reduce, reuse, recycle,” Girl Scout leader Kalli Overstreet said. “They came up with a ton of different options and one was to reuse books, since we all had books. We got in contact with the local neighborhood here, and the HOA and it just kinda spawned.” 

Girl Scouts draw neighborhood readers together

May 6, 2021
Standing next to the inspiration board for her outfit, junior Marlee Parish keeps a stoic face. Parish's outfit was designed by junior Raquelle Smith. Smith was inspired by Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly and Kate Middleton.

Fashion students exhibit designs in annual show

April 26, 2021
Wrestlers and seniors Austin Gordon and John Richardson walk down the hall in the send off April 23. The send off honored clubs, sports and academic teams that qualified for state and national competitions. Wrestling freshman Joseph Richardson, senior John Richardson, senior Chase Parham and junior Taylor Martinez will compete at the 6A state championship.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: April 23-30

April 23, 2021
Next to the inspiration board for his outfit, Clark Turner stands for others to observe the work of senior Pheonix Gothard. Gothard designed Turner's outfit, along with three others and will attend London College of Fashion next year. The fashion show was held in the community room on Thursday, April 22 at 7 p.m.

Looking forward: fashion students create look of tomorrow

April 23, 2021

History’s Forgotten: Episode 9 – Earth Day

April 22, 2021

History’s Forgotten: Episode 8 – Charles Coward

April 19, 2021
Waving in the wind, four school board election campaign signs stand on one side of Prosper High School. This year, there are five candidates running for Place 4, and two candidates running for Place 7. Early voting is held April 19-27, and is followed by election day May 1.

Candidates offer voters choices in upcoming school board election

April 13, 2021
The varsity girls wrestling team gathers following their district-meet wins. The girls team had six girls place in the top three of their brackets. They will continue to the regional competition. Two girls hold the alternate spots for regionals. Allen High School hosted the district tournament April 9-10. Pictured is Coach Frescas, Coach Cooper, Ashley Vogelpohl, Delia Luna, Meghan Flaherty, Katherine Hall-Smith, Andrea Garcia, Lauren Garst, Taylor Martinez, Ciera Stuver, Alyssa Galiendo, Coach Cabet, and Head Coach King.

Varsity wrestlers advance to region with 12 qualifiers

April 12, 2021

Podcast History’s Forgotten: Episode 7 — Ida Tarbell, Women’s History Month

March 31, 2021
A quote from senior Haley Britton is shown over an image of her on the court. This is Britton's third year on varsity. She currently plays doubles with senior Lauren Hallauer.

Tennis senior night to honor graduating athletes March 29

March 25, 2021
As it hangs in the science hallway, the Periodic Table of Black History displays the name of famous African Americans, past and present. February is Black History Month. “Specifically to our Black students, you are loved,

Black History Month allows all to reflect, seek improvement

February 24, 2021

History’s Forgotten: Episode 6 — Matthew Henson, Black History Month

February 24, 2021
As she prepares to hit a forehand, senior Brooke Hallauer keeps her eye on the ball. The team played in the Rock Hill Invitational tournament and competed against teams from the surrounding areas. Next week, the team competes in the McKinney two-day tournament Feb. 12-13.

Eagle Brief: Feb. 8-12

February 8, 2021

History’s Forgotten: Episode 5 – Jane Bolin, Black History Month

February 8, 2021
Looking to make a pass, junior Grady Coker drives the ball. Coker is a midfielder for the varsity team. Luce Prospect Group interviewed Coker to highlight him as a recruitment prospect.

Boys soccer defeats McKinney 4-0, takes on Braswell next

February 3, 2021
An image merges together action shots of junior basketball player Bowden Janecek, senior basketball player Cooper Boushey, and senior soccer player Cooper Olsen. Spring Meet the Eagles will be held 6 p.m. Feb. 3 in the high school arena. The event will honor spring athletes in baseball, wrestling, track, powerlifting, softball, basketball, golf and soccer. The Mighty Eagle Band, Talonettes and the cheer team also will give performances.

‘Meet the Eagles’ to honor spring-season athletes

February 2, 2021
Basking in the sunshine, senior Emma Hutchinson holds up a smiley face sticker she received from a Hope Squad member. The Hope Squad handed out stickers and candy while greeting students and teachers entering the high school the morning of Feb. 1. This week is Hope Week, which includes creative dress up days and involvement for all students.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: Feb. 1-5

February 1, 2021
Diving off the block, three Prosper swimmers compete in the 100-yard butterfly event. Senior Mithuun Ramesh dives ahead of his teammates - junior Scott Fredrick and freshman Caden O'Hearn.

Photo and caption by Caroline Wilburn

January 28, 2021

History’s Forgotten: Episode 4 – Holocaust Remembrance Week

January 27, 2021
As she sits at her desk, senior Emma Hutchinson stares at an image from the Holocaust posted on the BBC website. Holocaust Remembrance Week is held Jan. 25-27, with special curriculum designed by the district.

[Photo] Editorial: Students should remember, prevent Holocaust events

January 26, 2021

District holds ‘Holocaust Remembrance Week’, provides special curriculum

January 25, 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
Before their meet, senior swimmers lead the team in a

Caption by Caleb Audia/ photo by Caroline Wilburn

January 12, 2021
In an attempt to get away from his opponent, freshman Stetson Buttril chases after the ball. The boys soccer team took on Mt. Pleasant and lost 1-2. They will face off against Rockwall Jan. 8 at 2 p.m. at Children's Health Stadium.

Soccer falls to Mt. Pleasant 1-2, faces Rockwall today

January 8, 2021
In a graphic made by designer and senior Mark Chrissan, the U.S. Capitol building is surrounded by symbolic fire and American flags. Early Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 6, a group of supporters of President Donald Trump seized the Capitol while Congress met to certify the electoral college votes.

After breach on Capitol, students share their opinions

January 7, 2021
Gleaming in the morning sun, the digital sign in front of the high school welcomes students back to the first school day after winter break Jan. 5. Teachers returned previously to a work day Jan. 4. Eagle Nation Online returns to regular publishing Jan. 5.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: Jan. 5-8

January 5, 2021
Eyes fixed on his coach, senior Aidan Siano listens to the words being spoken by Prosper football head coach Brandon Schmidt. Siano will be majoring in sports management while playing football at Rice University in Houston.

National Signing Day brings reflections, new beginnings

December 17, 2020
An image blending an action shot and portrait shot of basketball player Emma Bish shows two sides of the athlete. Bish, a senior this year, competes with the varsity team.

Senior overcomes basketball injury, ‘creates team chemistry’

December 17, 2020
Seniors Caroline Wilburn, Maddie Moats and junior Christi Norris discuss different holiday topics.

History’s Forgotten: Episode 3 – Holiday Special

December 16, 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 Hayes's 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
Maddie Moats, Christi Norris and Caroline Wilburn record episode two of the Best of SNO winning podcast,

History’s Forgotten: Episode 2 – Edith Wilson

December 1, 2020
Celebrating her signing day with family, senior Taylor Youtsey sports her gold sweatshirt. Youtsey signed to play volleyball for Cal Poly.

Student athletes commit to colleges in early signing day

November 12, 2020
Lining up, the cross country team takes on the region competition, held in Lubbock, Texas. In order to advance to region, a team must finish top two in their district.

O’Connell heads to 3rd appearance in state cross country meet

November 12, 2020
Late Arizona Senator John McCain and late Georgia Congressman John Lewis had a major impact on the 2020 election. Even with their recent passing, they are partially responsible for Arizona and Georgia going blue. With the flip of these two states, it was proved to current president Donald Trump that his words have consequences.

Political analysis: McCain, Lewis prove possible key to presidential election

November 10, 2020

History’s Forgotten: Episode 1 – Charlotta Bass

November 4, 2020
After a tough 24-23 defeat, head football coach Brandon Schmidt talks to his team. Ranked No. 5 in the state, Denton Guyer, which played Prosper Friday, Oct. 30, has gone 4-1 this season. Prosper lost in the last two seconds of the game as Denton Guyer made a buzzer-beating touchdown.

Photographer: Neena Sidhu / Caption: Caroline Wilburn

October 28, 2020

Eaton High coach delivers messages through TikToks

October 28, 2020
With ribbons lining the hallway, the school honors Red Ribbon Week Oct. 26 through Oct. 29. Red Ribbon week was created to spread drug abuse awareness, and provide tools for prevention. Student council has created dress up days for this week to promote awareness.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: Oct. 26-29

October 26, 2020
As she introduces herself, senior Lily Wilcox starts her meeting with a business professional. The Prosper Career Independent Study is a program intended to give students the opportunity to explore future career options through mentorships with professionals.

PCIS symposium helps students explore career interests

October 22, 2020
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