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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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Christi Norris

Christi Norris, Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia

Christi Norris was born in Colorado, but for most of her life, she’s called Seattle, Washington, home. She moved to Prosper in the summer of 2019 and has loved it ever since. Christi is a senior who is passionate about photography, podcasting and writing. She is excited to fill the role of Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia for the 2021-2022 school year and can’t wait to help other journalists grow and achieve their goals. In her spare time, you can often find her working at a plant shop, reading books or watching movies. Christi will be attending Brigham Young University this summer and majoring in communications.

Honors & Awards:

2021 Online Tops in Texas 9th place
Dallas Morning News National High School Competition 1st place
Photographer Of The Year Prosper High School 2019-2020, 2020-2021
National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA)  Best of Show Awards 4th place podcast
Southern Interscholastic Press Association (SIPA’s) Best Writing Contest 2nd place blog
Interscholastic League Press Conference 2021 Individual Achievement Awards:
1st and 2nd: Photo Slideshow
Honorable Mention: Student Life Photo
3rd: Photo Portfolio
Honorable Mention: Sports Feature Photo
3rd: Sports Action Photo
3rd: Feature Photo
2nd and 3rd: In-Depth News/Feature Package
Interscholastic League Press Conference 2020 Individual Achievement Awards:
Honorable Mention: Photo Slideshow
Honorable Mention: Photo Portfolio

All content by Christi Norris
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
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
In a digitally constructed image, senior and Chief Operating Officer Christi Norris and her family and friends are shown. Norris has been a member of Eagle Nation Online since her sophomore year. "I would highly encourage students of any faith to dedicate themselves to the faith that they have," Norris said. "For when life gets dark, it is often only faith and hope that carries us through."

Senior Column: Executive Chief Operating Officer recalls high school journey, celebrates growth

Christi Norris, Chief Operating Officer
May 12, 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 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
In a digitally constructed image created by senior designer Caitlyn Richey, seven soon to be graduates sport graduation regalia and college emblems. Pictured from left to right are seniors Amanda Hare, Hannah Tejada, Kaitlyn Amburn, Christi Norris, Gabriella Winans, Amy Gillespie, and Caitlyn Richey. Each of these students will be attending a four-year university in the fall.

Column: Seniors advise peers on college-packing essentials

Caitlyn Richey and Christi Norris
April 21, 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)

[Photo] News Brief: Prom, senior activities approach

April 27, 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
Hands raised, senior Emily Cox begins to direct the Mighty Eagle Band. Cox has been a drum major for two years, and was appointed as head drum major her senior year. “I remember cutting off the fourth and final part of the show after our first full run of the show for the 2021-2022 season, and being absolutely blown away by what I had just heard/conducted,” Cox said. "I knew at that point that that year was going to be a good one."

Head drum major leads band, leaves legacy

Christi Norris, Executive Editor and Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
March 29, 2022
As the sun rises, senior Christi Norris captures the start of a new day in Salo, Italy. Norris spent Spring Break on her senior trip in Italy and France. She went to Milan, Salo and Rome in Italy, as well as Normandy, Mont Saint Michel and Paris, France.

[Photo] Students share Spring Break activities

March 15, 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

ENO Staff, Caleb Audia, Gabriella Winans, and Christi Norris
February 23, 2022
Warming up before the game Feb. 8, senior Jordan Hall looks toward his team. The boys basketball teams' warm-up shirts are purple in honor of junior Makayla Noble. The next boys basketball game will be Thursday, Feb. 17, at Braswell.

[Photo] Eagle Sports Roundup: Feb. 17 – 24

Neena Sidhu, Sports Editor
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
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[Photo] 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
Evading her opponent, senior Peyton Mosley dribbles down the court. Mosley plays as a guard for the varsity team. Mosley is committed to play basketball at Missouri Southern State University this fall.

Girls basketball wins senior night 57-42 against McKinney Boyd

Christi Norris, Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
February 9, 2022
Cheering for their teammates, senior Ava Dinverno, sophomore Isabella Fregoso and sophomore Lola Gregory celebrate after the first goal of the game. The team played the McKinney High School Lions Tuesday Feb. 1, at 7:30 p.m. The team celebrated their senior players before the game at 7:00 p.m.

Varsity girls soccer celebrates seniors with 12-0 win

Christi Norris, Executive Editor and Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
February 2, 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
Catfish in hand, freshman Dylan Stetzko shows off his latest catch. Stetzko began fishing frequently during the widespread COVID-19 pandemic quarantine in 2020. “I love the sheer thrill of fishing," Stetzko said. "Everyone always tells me, ‘Hey it’s boring.' And, it can be. But, to me, it’s just a thrill."

Freshman fisherman cultivates appreciation for nature, life skill

Christi Norris, Executive Editor and Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
January 25, 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
Pictured above are the contents of one of Kalyani's letters to her international penpal Hana. Sending letters across the ocean takes more than a month, but for junior Kalyani Rao, that connection is worth it. "Adding handmade touches to my letters like pressed flowers and stickers makes me really happy," Rao said. "I love art and I love writing, so penpalling combines both of those really nicely."

Opinion: Forgotten penpalling hobby brings teenagers across oceans together

Kalyani Rao and Christi Norris
January 19, 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.

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

Caleb Audia
January 14, 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
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
Around the podcast table, seniors Christi Norris, Alyssa Clark, Gabriella Winans and Amanda Hare record Episode 6 of their "Over the Popcorn Bowl" podcast. In the podcast series, they discuss and review movies. In this episode, they shared their favorite holiday movie and popular holiday movies. (Photos by Kalyani Rao, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare, icons courtesy of Vectors Market and Pixel Perfect).

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 6 – Holiday Special

Christi Norris, Alyssa Clark, Gabriella Winans, and Amanda Hare
December 17, 2021
After playing against the Denton Guyer Wildcats, junior Kaiden Booker hugs coach Devin Lemons. Lemons coaches defensive line. The Eagle's final record stands at 9-5.

Analysis: Football season ends, reporter looks at ‘Elite Eight’ team

Neena Sidhu, Christi Norris, and Riley McConnell
December 13, 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)

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 5 – ‘Red Notice’

Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris, and Amanda Hare
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 "History's 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

Caleb Audia, Amanda Hare, and Christi Norris
December 7, 2021
Featuring the blue filter shown in the "Twilight" movie, a digitally constructed image shows seniors Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris, Gabriella Winans and Amanda Hare at the podcast table. The students reviewed the "Twilight" saga for the fourth episode of their "Over the Popcorn Bowl" podcast. They reviewed "Twilight" in honor of its Nov. 21 release date 13 years ago. (Photos by Caitlyn Richey, digitally-constructed image by Amanda Hare, icons courtesy of Andrew Horvath and Freepik.)

Podcast: Over the Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 4 – ‘Twilight’ Saga

Gabriella Winans, Christi Norris, Amanda Hare, and Alyssa Clark
December 6, 2021
In a graphic made by Multimedia Director and Assistant News Editor Caleb Audia, the official cover art for Adele's latest album "30" is shown. While I don't think this is Adele's 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’

Caleb Audia and Christi Norris
December 2, 2021
Driving a toy car, senior Riley Smith heads to second period. Students joined together Nov. 19 for “Bring Anything But A Backpack" day, bringing items from shopping carts to toy vehicles. “I thought it would be a fast way to get to class," Smith said. “And, it's just fun."

‘Bring Anything But A Backpack’ day sparks creativity in students

Gabriella Winans, Alyssa Clark, Christi Norris, Rusty Joe Gonzales, Kalyani Rao, Kaya Miller, and Michael Ramirez
November 29, 2021
Enjoying senior sunrise, Christi Norris, on the far right, and some of her friends take a selfie. Norris has been a student at Prosper for three years. After moving to Prosper, Norris decided to adopt an "attitude of gratitude," changing her perspective on life.

Gratitude Column: Chief Operating Officer adopts ‘attitude of gratitude’

Christi Norris
November 25, 2021
Holding out a softball, senior Gabrielle Coffey stands to take photos for Mississippi State University. Coffey signed her commitment letter to Mississippi State Wednesday, Nov. 10. She plays for the Brazil junior national softball team, as well as the Prosper varsity softball team and Texas Glory.

Senior softball player ‘slides’ into college commitment, Olympic goals

Christi Norris, Executive Editor and Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
November 19, 2021
A digitally constructed image showcases characters from Marvel's "Eternals." The image comes with the attached review and podcast discussing the new Marvel movie. "The biggest part of the movie to me was the characters," senior Amanda Hare said in the attached review. "I found that I loved all of the Eternals. They all were unique and engaging in their own way, and while they were all new to the screen, I was able to fall in love with all of them." (Photo from Marvel Studios, icon by Freepik, digitally constructed image by Amanda Hare)

Review, Podcast: ‘Eternals’ showcases everlasting characters, charms with unique cast despite poor reviews

Gabriella Winans, Amanda Hare, Christi Norris, and Alyssa Clark
November 17, 2021
In a digitally constructed image by senior Caitlyn Richey, photos of Christi Norris from her senior year are shown. Norris has attended Prosper High School since her sophomore year. In addition to writing and taking photos for Eagle Nation Online, Norris also works at a plant shop and writes for Greeley Lifestyle Magazine.

Column: Senior year is a scam

Christi Norris, Executive Editor and Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
November 17, 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

Christi Norris, Amanda Hare, and Caleb Audia
November 11, 2021
Hand on the ball, senior Peyton Mosley advances toward the hoop. The varsity girls basketball game lost their first home game 64-54 to Frisco Memorial high school. The lady eagles are currently 1-1.

[Photo] Eagle Sports Roundup: Nov. 11 – 18

Alyssa Clark, Executive Opinion Editor
November 11, 2021
Arm outstretched, senior Peyton Mosley evades a Memorial defender. Mosley plays as a guard for the varsity team. Mosley is the only member of the team that has been on varsity for all four years.

Varsity girls basketball loses 64-54 to Frisco Memorial

Christi Norris, Executive Editor and Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
November 10, 2021
Clapping for their teammates, senior Hayden Nichols and junior Delaney Siano cheer after a successful play. Siano played last year on junior varsity, and this is her first year on varsity. Siano's older brother, Aidan, graduated last year, and now attends Rice University, where he plays football.

[Photo] Eagle Sports Roundup: Nov. 18-25

November 18, 2021
Taking a selfie with the climbing wall, sophomores Tyler Leatherman, Noah Platt and Quinn Jones pause between climbing different routes. The Prosper Rock Climbing Club was founded by Noah Platt and Tyler Leatherman this school year, with the goal of providing students a way to exercise and make friends. The club usually climbs on Wednesdays and Sundays, alternating between local gyms for variety.

Rock climbing club provides students ways to ‘take a break’ from world

Christi Norris, Executive Editor and Chief Operating Officer and Editor of Multimedia
November 4, 2021
Facing the student section, No. 30 sophmore Davis Perkins, No. 24 senior Nick Pray and No. 71 junior Colin Beesley yell celebrating the win. Pray and Perkins play on defense, and Beesley plays on the offensive line. The final score was 28-23.

Football breaks Allen’s 11-year district winning streak on Senior Night

Christi Norris and Neena Sidhu
November 1, 2021
In an graphic created by Executive Design Editor and senior Soomin Chung, seniors Christi Norris, Amanda Hare, Gabriella Winans and Alyssa Clark talk into their mics. "Over The Popcorn Bowl" covers and reviews movies every month. The four seniors are all a part of the Eagle Nation Online Editorial Board.

Over The Popcorn Bowl – Season 1 – Episode 2 – ‘Romeo + Juliet’

Alyssa Clark, Amanda Hare, Christi Norris, and Gabriella Winans
October 29, 2021

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

Caleb Audia and Christi Norris
October 15, 2021
Warming up, the Brigham Young University football team prepares for their game against Arizona State University. The game was held at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah on Saturday, September 18, 2021. BYU was invited to join the BIG 12 athletic conference on September 10, the day before playing their biggest rivals, University of Utah.

Big 12 conference changes affect prospective college students

Christi Norris and Alyssa Clark
October 7, 2021
Running out before the game, No. 10 junior quarterback Harrison Rosar leads the team onto the field. The game was played Friday, Oct. 1 at Collin's Athletic Complex. The Eagles will face McKinney High School Friday, Oct. 8 at Children's Health Stadium at 7 p.m.

Football takes loss to undefeated Guyer Wildcats 35-7

Neena Sidhu and Christi Norris
October 4, 2021
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