Crisis Intervention of Houston

Alexis Aguren, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2012
Filed under News

The fast-approaching holiday season will certainly prove stressful to all with final exams, present buying, and family vacations on the horizon. Luckily, Crisis Intervention of Houston is here to help with not only holiday stresses, but any and every situation you feel like you can’t face on your... Read more »

School Budget Explained

Alec Madere, Online Editor
January 3, 2012
Filed under News

There are a lot of new things in the school this year. There are new banners, TV’s in the cafeteria, iPads for the Assistant Principals and a Segway for the campus officer. There were also new inconveniences, such as the large class sizes and the wait for textbooks. It’s easy to assume that... Read more »

TWS names first winners

Megan McAndrew, Staff Writer
October 21, 2011
Filed under News

The Tomball Writing Station held its first writing contest, “Dark and Stormy Night” and chose four finalists, Brandon Springer, Marcus Cobb, Matt Valentin, and Leanne Haas. All of the finalists have received a TWS t-shirt. The Grand Prize winner, Leanne... Read more »

Homecoming festivities kick off Monday

Amy Shaklovitz, Staff Writer
September 22, 2011
Filed under News, Top Stories

It's that time again! Homecoming. The excitement kicks off at school on Monday with spirit week. Here's the scoop on what to wear: Monday: Crazy about Homecoming 2011 Wear your craziest hats, ties, and wigs Tuesday: Look fly for Homecoming Superhero Day (dress like a superhero) Wednesday:... Read more »

Students outraged over loss of atrium

Leanne Haas, Staff Writer
September 16, 2011
Filed under News

Being a senior at THS has its perks. They are the oldest in the school and are entitled to respect. They have more authority than lower classmen. They also have early release, better lockers, and most importantly the senior atrium - and until this year, it has been used as an escape from underclassmen... Read more »

Open House

Audra Crawford
September 15, 2011
Filed under News

Open House is on Monday, September 19th; parents can start picking up the student schedules at 5:45 in the commons. There will be a brief optional Parent Meeting at 6:00 P.M. Freshman and Sophomore parents will meet in the auditorium, Junior parents will meet in the competition gym, and Senior parents... Read more »

March of Dimes success: Tomball ranks highly in Houston division

Alexis Aguren, Co-editor-in-chief
September 15, 2011
Filed under Features, News

Update September 15 2011: The Tomball high school March of Dimes fundraiser has been named 8th on the list of the top 50 teams in the Houston division. This position was earned due to their combined fund raising of over 9000. Last year’s March of Dimes fundraiser surpassed all expectations to... Read more »

Wildfires hit home for many at THS

Leanne Haas, Staff Writer
September 8, 2011
Filed under Best of CC, News, Top Stories

Smoke fills the sky over Texas as wildfires across the state are becoming fiercer and more common. More than 1,300 houses have been claimed, along with thousands of acres of land and counting. Now, an outbreak north of Magnolia between Todd Mission and Plantersville has ignited an enormous fire, making... Read more »

APs and counselors in new locations

Alexis Aguren, Co-editor-in-chief
August 19, 2011
Filed under News

Finding your AP and counselor will now be a bit easier, as both are now partnered in one convenient location. Here’s a list of the changes, and for you visual folks, check out the map in the middle of the newspaper. All locations are marked and color-coded to make it easier to find. Also, counselors... Read more »

Dress code alterations