The Student Voice of Prosper High School

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The Student Voice of Prosper High School

Eagle Nation Online
The Student Voice of Prosper High School

Eagle Nation Online
Amanda Hare

Amanda Hare, Executive Editor-in-Chief and Executive News Editor

Amanda Hare is a senior at Prosper High School and works as Executive Editor-in-Chief for Eagle Nation Online. She competes in UIL Journalism and has won awards in all five events including state runner-up headline writer twice. Amanda enjoys listening to music — specifically Taylor Swift — dancing, spending time with her friends and playing with her dog. After high school, Amanda plans to attend Texas A&M University in College Station to major in marketing and business honors and minor in journalism.

Honors & Awards:

2022 TAJE Texas Journalist of the Year
2019, 2021 UIL State Headline Writing Champion Runner-Up
2022 UIL State Meet: 3rd place Headline Writing, 4th place News Writing, 7th place Editorial Writing
UIL Headline Writing Regional Awards:
2019: 2nd place
2020: 2nd place
2021: 3rd place
UIL Editorial Writing Regional Awards:
2020: 2nd place
2021: 4th place
20 Best of SNO publications
2021 National NSPA Story of the Year Honorary Mention
2021 National NSPA Top 10 Best of Show Podcast
2021 TAJE Best of Texas: Excellent Story Portfolio, Superior News-Feature Story, Honorable Mention Headline Writing
2021 TAJE Fall Fiesta: Superior Headline Writing, Superior Interview Podcast, Excellent Video News Story, Excellent Video Feature Story
2022 TAJE Best of the Best: 3rd place Online News Portfolio
2022 TAJE Best in Texas: Excellent Interview Podcast, Superior Story Portfolio, Honorable Mention News Story, Honorable Mention Feature Story, Excellent In-Depth Package, Excellent Entertainment Feature, Excellent Headline Writing
2022 NSPA Best of Show: 7th place Editorial Board Leadership, 4th place Podcast
2022 ILPC 6A Awards: 2nd place Sports Feature Story, 3rd place Feature Writing, 3rd Place Entertainment Review, 1st Place In-Depth News/Feature Package, 1st Place Photo Slideshow, 1st Place Video Story, 1st Place Multimedia Package, Honorable Mention Portrait, 3rd place Headlines
2022 Tops in Texas Awards: Photo Slideshow, Multimedia Package
2021 TAJE Student Advisory Council Member
2020-2022 PHS Newspaper Student of the Year
NSPA Student Journalist National Honor Roll
Quill and Scroll Honor Society Member

All content by Amanda Hare
A digitally constructed image shows Matthew Broderick lying on the ground. In their season finale and 16th episode of "Over The Popcorn Bowl," seniors Amanda Hare, Alyssa Clark, Gabriella Winans and Christi Norris talk about the 80's hit "Ferris Bueller's Day Off." The movie originally came out in 1986.

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season Finale – Episode 16 – ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’

Amanda Hare, Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris, and Gabriella Winans
May 18, 2022
In a graphic made by Multimedia Director and senior Caleb Audia, his family history is shown, alongside senior Amanda Hare's. In the podcast, the Hare and Audia family histories are outlined by guest speaker Kathleen Norris. Norris is a genealogist.

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

Caleb Audia, Amanda Hare, and Christi Norris
May 17, 2022
A digitally constructed image shows senior Amanda Hare in her senior year. Hare has been on the Eagle Nation Online newspaper staff for three years, and served as the Executive Editor-in-Chief this year. "As graduation approaches, I can only hope I’ve made everyone proud," Hare said in the attached column. "As I’ve grown, I’ve learned to lean into what I love, and share it with others. Everyone around me knows I love Marvel, Taylor Swift and coffee, and I hope I’ve inspired others to share what gives them joy. That’s my advice to everyone, love freely." (Pictured are seniors Alyssa Clark, Gabriella Winans, Tiana Albino, Emily Cox, Emily Strong, Jasmine Henriquez, ENO adviser Lisa Roskens, Christine Hare, Barry Hare)

Senior Column: Executive Editor thanks friends, shares love

Amanda Hare
May 16, 2022
In a digitally constructed image using Marvel graphics, Stephen Strange and Wanda Maximoff, or the Scarlet Witch, stand. "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" premiered Friday, May 6. "Over The Popcorn Bowl" is a podcast hosted by seniors Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark and Christi Norris.

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 15 – ‘Multiverse of Madness’

Alyssa Clark, Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, and Christi Norris
May 16, 2022
A graphic features characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The "Over the Popcorn Bowl" podcast discussed the Avengers movies in honor of the 10-year anniversary of the first Avengers movie. "The Avengers" released on May 4, 2012. (Photo Courtesy of Disney Studios)

Podcast: Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 14 – 10 Years of ‘The Avengers’

Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, Christi Norris, and Alyssa Clark
May 4, 2022
In her office, counselor Michelle Roach holds her gift. Students created Project Querencia to give gifts to teacher and administrators. “I started Project Querencia during COVID-19," founder and president and Coppell student Shraavya Pydisetti said. "When I saw the global shutdown of activities and the way people have been struggling, I felt like we had to do something to make a difference so I brought a group of students to start helping. Soon I realized that I fell in love with helping people and I thought that bringing students together that want to change the world would make such a huge impact and so, on June 19, Project Querencia was established."

Eagle Brief: May 2 – 6

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
April 29, 2022
Looking back at the crowd, junior Diane Shaw walks towards the wing. Shaw is modeling one of the outfits created by the fashion and design two class. They began working on the show back in the fall semester.

In Fashion: Models show off student designs

Amanda Hare, Executive Editor-in-Chief
April 28, 2022
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Engineering races carbon dioxide cars

Amanda Hare, Executive Editor-in-Chief
April 28, 2022
Featuring a pink dress, senior Rayne Mabrey walks across the stage. Every outfit in the show was designed by Fashion II students. The show featured work from six designers.

[Photo] Set to sew: Teach shares passion for mentoring students

Sofia Ayala, Feature Editor
October 18, 2022
A digitally constructed image using Canva shows the Class of 2021 graduates at their graduation ceremony. This year, graduation is set to occur Wednesday, May 25. It will occur at The Star. (Photo by Christi Norris, Digitally Constructed Image by Amanda Hare)

News Brief: Prom, senior activities approach

Amanda Hare, Executive Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2022
Hitting the ball, sophomore Cole Giametta swings the bat. Giametta plays as shortstop and second baseman. The "Locked-In Players of the Game" were seniors Lucas Davenport and Easton Carmichael.

Varsity baseball wins 2-1 to McKinney Boyd

Riley McConnell, Amanda Hare, and Alyssa Clark
April 27, 2022
Running down the field, junior Jack Deaton holds the ball in his lacrosse stick. Deaton plays as a middie. The boys and girls lacrosse teams played each other Friday, April 15, in a charity game.

Eagle Brief: April 25 – 29

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
April 22, 2022
In a Disney-altered graphic made with Canva, the cast of "High School Musical" toss their caps in the air. In the 13th episode of "Over The Popcorn Bowl," seniors Gabby Winans, Amanda Hare, Christi Norris and Alyssa Clark talked about their opinions on the movie. The "High School Musical" trilogy started in 2006.

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 13 – ‘High School Musical: The Trilogy’

Amanda Hare, Christi Norris, Gabriella Winans, and Alyssa Clark
April 21, 2022
As the game ends with a JV girls' win, No. 6 senior Jessica Reyna and No. 28 Mallory Griffiths run toward the JV players. Reyna has committed to Maryville University to play lacrosse. Griffiths has committed to Rockhurst University to play lacrosse.

Girls, boys lacrosse face off for mental health awareness

Amanda Hare, Caitlyn Richey, and Julia Soomin Chung
April 18, 2022
Senior Kendall Hewitt looks out at the crowd. She plays outside hitter for the varsity softball team. She signed with Rider University.

Eagle Brief: April 18 – 22

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
April 14, 2022
A digitally constructed image shows four local grilled cheeses. The sandwiches featured are from Great Harvest, Honeylu's, Sauce and Toasted Walnut. In the attached review, seniors Amanda Hare, Alyssa Clark and Gabriella Winans named Honeylu's grilled cheese as the best.

The Sandwich Games: Writers judge local grilled cheeses from ‘heaven’ to ‘horrendous’

Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, and Alyssa Clark
April 12, 2022
A graphic featuring the "Inception" movie poster introduces the 12th episode of the "Over the Popcorn Bowl" podcast. The podcast is hosted by seniors Christi Norris, Alyssa Clark, Gabriella Winans and Amanda Hare. The movie stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Elliot Page and Cillian Murphy.

Over the Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 12 – ‘Inception’

Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris, Amanda Hare, and Gabriella Winans
April 12, 2022
Sitting center stage, junior Dylan Korash, who plays Jesus, starts to tell a story from the Bible. Theatre is performing their play, "Godspell" Friday, April 8 and Satuday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m.. It's a retelling of the Gospel of Matthew in a modern setting.

Eagle Brief: April 11 – 15

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
April 8, 2022
In front of the cafeteria, seniors Sydney Thomas and Grace Hale showcase their booklets. Both earned full ride scholarships to Texas Christian University and plan to be roommates. "I will be studying Strategic Communications with a minor in Political Science," Hale said. "I want to help out with non-profit organizations and building a bridge between them and the government."

Eagle Brief: April 4 – 8

Alyssa Clark and Amanda Hare
April 1, 2022
The sun sets at 6:23 p.m. on U.S. 380. Community members will hold a protest Thursday, March 31 about the proposed road plans. "As concerned Prosper residents, we must act now to submit our strong opposition to all Segment B considerations," the protest poster said. "If Option B is ultimately selected by TxDOT, this would result in a freeway the size and scope of U.S. 75/Central in our backyard and a materially negative impact to the town we call home."

News Brief: Community members to protest U.S. 380 proposal

Amanda Hare, Executive Editor-in-Chief
March 31, 2022
A collage shows senior Jasmine Henriquez as she delivers donations to the Folsom Elementary Life Skills class. Henriquez put this service project together for her Girl Scout Gold Award. "I just love special needs kids," Henriquez said. "They make my heart explode. They bring me so much happiness. I wanted to contribute something to them, and I wanted them to feel happy and loved."

Henriquez’s Heart: Senior organizes service project

Amanda Hare, Executive Editor-in-Chief
March 25, 2022
On the stage, Pierce Polomsky, Lauren Grammer, Cooper Smith, Karolina Rubio-Terrazas and Charlie Yohannan hold up a trophy. Theatre competed in the district competition and advanced to the bi-district compoetition. They performed "The Crucible."

Eagle Brief: March 28 – April 1

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
March 25, 2022
In the main hallway, slips of paper create a mural. Students wrote the name someone who is a "star" to them on a piece of paper. The National Art Honor Society re-created Van Gogh's "The Starry Night" mural with the papers.

Eagle Brief: March 21 – 25

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
March 18, 2022
In Disney's California Adventure Park, senior Amanda Hare stands in front of the "Avengers Campus" sign. Avengers Campus opened in June of 2021. It features the "Web-Slingers" attraction and the "Guardians of the Galaxy" ride.

[Photo] Students share Spring Break activities

ENO Staff
March 15, 2022
Huddling around the photo booth, junior Mady Small and seniors Morgan Reese, Ashley Bledsoe and Alivia DiDonato attend the TAFE State Teach Conference. They competed at the state level. The first day of the conference was Thursday, March 3.

Eagle Brief: March 5 – 18

Alyssa Clark and Amanda Hare
March 4, 2022
A digitally constructed image shows Tom Holland as Nathan Drake and introduces the 11th episode of the Over the Popcorn Bowl podcast. In this episode, the hosts talked about Holland's newest movie, "Uncharted." Seniors Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark and Amanda Hare hosted the podcast with special guest and junior Jayden Conley. (Photo Courtesy of Columbia Pictures, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare)

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 11 – ‘Uncharted’

Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark, and Jayden Conley
March 4, 2022
Standing next to Yalda Shams, senior Nolan Walley speaks at the STN closing ceremony. Shams attends Carlsbad High School in Carlsbad, California. Walley was one of 16 students from around the nation selected to speak at the ceremony.

Eagle Brief: Feb. 28 – March 4

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
February 25, 2022
At the end of School Counselor Appreciation Week, counselors Julie Cooper, Michelle Roach, Laura Foster, Katie Burden and Bobby Storey take a photo. Nation School Counselor Appreciation Week occured Feb. 7-11. There are seven counselors.

Eagle Brief: Feb. 21 – 25

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
February 18, 2022
Surrounded by his parents, senior Gavyn Rosales looks out at the crowd. Senior night occurred at 7 p.m. before the game, which started at 7:30 p.m. After the game, a slideshow was shown of the seniors and their baby pictures.

Varsity boys soccer honors seniors in game against McKinney Boyd

Amanda Hare and Julia Soomin Chung
February 17, 2022
Featuring the colors of Black History Month, a digitally constructed image features seniors Christi Norris, Amanda Hare and Caleb Audia at the podcast table. They recorded episode six of their "History's Forgotten" podcast. In this episode, they discussed Dorothy Height in honor of Black History Month. (Photos by Gabriella Winans, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare)

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

Christi Norris, Amanda Hare, and Caleb Audia
February 15, 2022
A collage shows eight staff members and their spouses. The attached article shares the staff members' marriage stories in honor of Valentine's Day. Valentine's Day is Monday, Feb. 14. (Photos courtesy of Lisa Roskens, John Boehringer, Michelle Sparks, Emily Allen, Paige Trujillo and Gabriella Winans, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare)

Video: Valentine’s Day Special – Staff share stories of meeting, falling in love with spouse

Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, and Alyssa Clark
February 14, 2022
Manning the camera, senior Cydney Jenks works a concert for the rock band "America." The film students had the opportunity to work the video and audio of the show. The band, which features three members, was formed in 1970.

Eagle Brief: Feb. 14 – 18

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
February 11, 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)

Over the Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 10 – The Bash Episode

Amanda Hare, Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris, and Gabriella Winans
February 10, 2022
A graphic introduces a news brief covering upcoming deadlines for students. Inclement weather is predicted for this Thursday and Friday, Feb. 3 and 4. Course selection closes Friday, Feb. 4.

News Brief: Deadlines approach with inclement weather, course selection, scholarships

Amanda Hare, Executive Editor-in-Chief
January 31, 2022
In the hallway, a poster by Hope Squad features happy faces and the word "smile." Hope Week will occur Feb. 7-11. There will be dress up days that haven't been announced yet.

Eagle Brief: Jan. 31 – Feb. 4

Alyssa Clark and Amanda Hare
January 28, 2022
Trying to avoid getting pinned on his back, junior Mason Gordon holds a bridge. In wrestling, opponents can pin the other by holding their back on the mat with any part of both shoulders or shoulder blades making contact with the mat for two seconds. Gordon lost his match.

Wrestling honors seniors in match against Rockwall Heath

Alyssa Clark and Amanda Hare
January 27, 2022
Featuring the "Free Solo" movie poster, a digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare introduces episode nine of the "Over the Popcorn Bowl" podcast. In this episode, seniors Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris and Hare discuss the "Free Solo" documentary. The documentary follows Alex Honnold as he prepares to climb the El Capitan mountain without any ropes.

Podcast: Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 9 – ‘Free Solo’

Christi Norris, Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, and Alyssa Clark
January 26, 2022
Pinning her opponent, junior and varsity wrestler Ashley Vogelpohl looks at the referee. Vogelpohl won her match against Cypress Ranch wrestler Raylan Ross in the semifinals. She had the most points in a match overall with 16.

Varsity wrestling tackles State Duals, girls team places 2nd overall

Amanda Hare and Rusty Joe Gonzales
January 24, 2022
At the student expo, teacher Brett Claypoole takes a selfie with seniors Sydney Fisher, Jakob Roberts and Andrew Spain. The students participate in the culinary and barbecue programs, and Fisher is the captain of the barbecue. team. The student expo occured Wednesday, Jan. 19, from 6-8 p.m.

Eagle Brief: Jan. 24 – 28

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
January 21, 2022
In a graphic created on Canva by senior Alyssa Clark, the poster for "Don't Look Up" is shown. The movie follows two astronomers (Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence) who discover a huge comet heading toward Earth. "Over The Popcorn Bowl" is a podcast created by seniors Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris and Amanda Hare, where they review movies.

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 8 – ‘Don’t Look Up’

Alyssa Clark, Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, and Christi Norris
January 20, 2022
Walking beside the pool, senior Amanda Thrasher carries her flowers after being honored at the swim-and-dive senior night. Thrasher swims on the varsity team. The teams held their senior night before their meet Wednesday, Jan. 13, at the district's natatorium.

Eagle Brief: Jan. 17 – 21

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
January 14, 2022
A "Spider-Man: No Way Home" and "Hawkeye" poster sit together in a digitally constructed image by senior Amanda Hare. "Spider-Man: No Way Home" debuted on Friday, Dec. 17, and the "Hawkeye" TV show released episodes from Nov. 24 through Dec. 22. In the attached reviews, seniors Amanda Hare and Gabriella Winans discuss these releases. (Posters courtesy of Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures).

Senior writers review Marvel holiday show, movie

Amanda Hare and Gabriella Winans
January 11, 2022
Featuring the "Hawkeye" main characters, a digitally constructed image by senior Amanda Hare introduces a review over Marvel's new TV show, "Hawkeye." Hare wrote a review over the show with senior Gabriella Winans. "I think one of the best parts about the show was just how likable Kate and Clint were," Hare said in the attached review. "I can’t wait to see them – and Yelena – in future works." (Photo by Marvel Studios, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare.)

Review: ‘Hawkeye’ surprises viewers in fun TV show

Amanda Hare and Gabriella Winans
January 11, 2022
Showing all of the "Spider-Man: No Way Home" characters, a digitally constructed image by senior Amanda Hare shows off Marvel's latest movie. The movie debuted Dec. 17, in theaters only. "Overall, the movie was an absolute masterpiece," Hare said in the attached review. "My expectations were sky-high, but the movie still exceeded them. I can't wait to see where Peter's story goes next." (Photos courtesy of Marvel Studios, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare)

Review, Podcast: ‘Spider-Man’ makes history in ambitious crossover

Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark, and Christi Norris
January 11, 2022
Coming back from winter break, football coaches Reed Ryan and Brian Thompson direct a group of football players during their Bootcamp. Bootcamp is football's intensive training camp to prepare for off-season and next season. It will last for how long it takes for all athletes to have a "perfect day," or a day where all drills are done correctly.

Eagle Brief: Jan. 10 – 14

Amanda Hare and Alyssa Clark
January 7, 2022
Seeing the whole cheerleading team for the first time since her injury, senior Makayla Noble laughs. Noble got injured Sept. 20 in a tumbling accident. "I, Ray Smith, Mayor of the Town of Prosper, Texas, do hereby declare Makayla Noble Day on this 17th day of December 2021, in honor of her continual display of bravery, courageousness, thereby making her an inspiration to all those around her," the proclamation said.

Town of Prosper declares Dec. 17 as Makayla Noble Day

Alyssa Clark, Amanda Hare, and Christi Norris
January 6, 2022
Featuring seniors Caleb Audia, Amanda Hare and Christi Norris around the podcast table, a digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare shows the "History's Forgotten" team. In episode five of the series, the trio discusses New Year's Day. They talk about the history of the holiday and their own resolutions. (Photos by Gabriella Winans, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare).

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

Amanda Hare, Caleb Audia, and Christi Norris
January 5, 2022
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