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Junior Anna Burns teaches freshman Arissa Ramos how to crochet accessories for her pumpkin. Burns is the lead instructor for the Crochet and Knitting club.
A look into the Pumpkin Social
Peyton Promubol, Reporter • Nov 3, 2024

The Crochet and Knitting Club collaborated with Cardinal Crafts to host their Pumpkin Social at Evelyn’s Park on Oct. 19 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m....

Seniors Joshua Block and Matthew Guzman participated in the Blooket through their phones. Senior and co-president Selim Guven said his favorite part of the meeting was "how everybody was actively participating in the Blooket."
Spooky traditions
Nov 3, 2024
Senior Angela Chavez's ofrenda is decorated with candles, conchas and pictures of her deceased relatives, including her forever 6-year-old cousin.
Celebrating life and death
Nov 2, 2024
K-pop Club members danced to "Magnetic" by ILLIT at the festival. “We chose the song because it's a popular song this year," senior Kaitlyn Endique said. "And it has five members, and we only have five people."
Like it’s magnetic
Nov 2, 2024
Features
Dunlap and teammates Rory Healey and Olivia Parma are close friends after competing together. They've known each other for 11 years.
Flipping through level 10
Peyton Promubol, Social Media Manager • Nov 4, 2024

Junior Georgia Dunlap launches herself off the vault and flips through the air. This time, she knows she is in the right place. She keeps twisting...

Giulia Ewing poses for her first photoshoot in 2021. Her headshot is used for her profile for castings.
On the Runway to On Set
Nov 4, 2024
Estrada and her mother, Lorena finish church in 2016. "I was never really religious, but I knew that my mom was so it was something I would do for her." They would usually make a day out of going to church and do something fun after.
One day at a time
Nov 4, 2024
Juniors Cathryn Vera and Joy Xia showcase Engineering Club's trifold to students. They were recruiting members during Club Jamboree.
Fading interest
Oct 27, 2024
Opinions
Buff billionaire "Elon Musk" stands in the spotlight with his ever growing wealth, while his true self is in the shadows.
‘Dear Mr. Musk’
Davis Adams, Copy Editor • Nov 3, 2024

Dear Mr. Musk, As a young boy, I neglected the advice to “never meet your heroes.” Honestly, my 8-year-old mind couldn’t comprehend...

I compete at local Texas Forensic Association tournaments about twice a month. Last year, I started competing on the national circuit in National Speech and Debate Association and Tournament of Champion bid tournaments.
I hated speech and debate. Now it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
Oct 31, 2024
Students sit in a classroom watching a screen with Uncle Sam, symbolizing the feeding of government-controlled information to the younger generation.
Voice Level 0
Oct 29, 2024
After one session of phonebanking, I switched to textbanking. I texted thousands of people across the country.
I’ve contacted 20,000 people for the Harris-Walz campaign. Here’s what I learned.
Oct 29, 2024
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TPP Sports Podcast with Sophia Hamdani
Clementine Behelfer and Eva Muscal • Nov 4, 2024
Seniors Alen Polatbekov and Saachi Gupta celebrate after winning the game point with a low-five. The pair played two sets before heading into a tiebreaker in the mixed doubles draw.
Playing the point
Oct 30, 2024
Sophomore and right side hitter Olivia Wang prepares to hit a ball during the varsity match against Lamar. Cardinals won the first set, lost the second two, and came back to win the final two sets, securing a victory.
“Finish what we started”
Oct 23, 2024
Corder discusses the offense's successful drive in Bellaire's game against Wisdom. Bellaire would win 38-12.
Flipping the script
Oct 15, 2024
A&E
The Gemini Rights album cover perfectly captures the duality of Steve Lacy. There's the bright, direct Lacy, looking straight at the viewer, and the muted Lacy, hiding behind sunglasses. This visual split aligns with the album's title, reflecting the Gemini's characteristic two-faced personality. It’s a clever nod to the complexity and contrast within his music and persona.
Two Geminis review Gemini Rights: Steve Lacy’s best album yet
Hannah Turner and Angel Harper • Nov 2, 2024
Fall could almost be summed up in one tiny word: pumpkin. From baking treats with that warm flavor to visiting pumpkin patches, make the best of Houston's short autumn season!
Falling into fun
Oct 29, 2024
"The Wild Robot" scored 98% on Rotten Tomatoes and on the audience score. It grossed 111 million dollars domestically.
“The Wild Robot” is a stunning journey through mothership
Oct 29, 2024
Influencers constantly seek to put on a show of perfection. This obsession with their social media presence degrades their mental health.
Behind the ring light
Oct 29, 2024
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