Students learn of Coach Outlaw’s death
CeeJae Molina, Staff Writer
December 23, 2011
Lufkin was at a standstill this morning, when the beloved football Head Coach and Athletic Director John Outlaw passed away at 5:53 am, according to Lufkin Daily News. Many heard the news by early morning phone calls, text messages from friends or family or found out via Facebook. “I woke up to a phone... Read more »
Santa Clauses from around the world
Elsi Hernandez, Staff Writer
December 23, 2011
I think everyone can agree with me when I say “Christmas is one of the most celebrated holidays.” A typical, traditional Christmas in America would consist of caroling, giving gifts, feasting and prayer. All around the world Christmas is celebrated in each country’s unique way. The... Read more »
Drivers Ed. classes taking new students
Jaime Johnson, Staff writer
December 14, 2011
Students wishing to take an on-campus Drivers Education class can choose from two nightly offered classes in room W320 begining Jan. 9. One is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and the other is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The cost is $140 and a new class begins every four weeks. Behind the wheel drivers education is also... Read more »
Swim team dominates at Longview meet
Elsi Hernandez, Staff Writer
December 13, 2011
Although it has been close to a month since they’ve had an official team swim meet, the swim team performed exceptionally well at the dual meet in Longview last week. Both the girl’s and boy’s teams placed first overall. Swim Coach Andy Stewart said he was very proud and pleased with... Read more »
Taking a ‘Chance’ at making a difference
Sha'Dajia Scruggs, Kali Forsythe, Staff Writers
December 12, 2011
Sophomore Will Chance believes it is essential for kids to have books to read, that is why he started his own website for donating books for children in need. “I’ve always loved reading,” Chance said. “When I realized that there are a lot of kids out there that might not get the... Read more »
Junior is ‘True’ to running
Jaime Johnson, Managing Editor
December 8, 2011
Being slow has helped runner Morgan True become a standout on the Panther cross country team. The junior had planned to be a cheerleader at the middle school. “But I turned in my application too late so I had to run instead,” True said. “I wasn’t too disappointed about it, because... Read more »
Students prepare for welding contest
Casey Minshew & Jose Zavala, Staff writer
December 8, 2011
Turn on your machine and hook up your stingers because the welders of Lufkin High school are competing against schools and welders from around the area in the Piney Woods Invitational Welding Contest. More than 70 welders from around the East Texas area will be competing in the contest and nine hand... Read more »
Students look forward to Dance Day
Quinlyshae Kirksey, Staff Writer
December 7, 2011
Most kids will get in trouble for dancing and listening to the “Stanky Leg” and “Walk It Out” during school hours, but students in the special needs class are rewarded with the chance to dance as a reward for their hard work throughout the week. Each Friday, Special Needs students... Read more »
‘ Infamous Day’ should always be remembered
Autumn Witt, Staff Writer
December 7, 2011
Seven decades ago President Franklin D. Roosevelt stood before a nation who had been dealt a nearly crippling blow. It was “a day that will live in infamy.” The nation went into overdrive. Soon everything went to building up our fleet and whipping our military into shape again. Once again... Read more »
‘Sucky’ fundraiser going well
Richard Galán, Staff Writer
December 7, 2011
As schools continue to struggle to find or receive extra funding, more and more teachers and club sponsers are turning to fundraising activities to find the extra funds. Journalism teacher and student newspaper sponser Mike Zimmerman continues a fundraising venture he began several years ago. “A... Read more »
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