Your body is a temple- so why does it seem so impossible to properly nourish and take care of? As our bodies grow and teenagers are left to feed themselves most of the time, it becomes our responsibility to monitor what goes into our bodies. While it would be fun to live off Takis and Whataburger for...

A common stereotype for a man would likely be the image of Gaston from Beauty and the Beast; an ultra-macho, weapon-brandishing fighting machine. However, it’s not every day you meet a man brave enough to face the world with a full face of makeup like James Charles. The changing ways of the progressive...

U.S. History teacher Ms. Kenna Cavnar pounds on the front door of her friend Ms. Marcia Lass’s house in a panic. When the door swings open, she greets sophomore Emily Lass with tears streaming down her face. Cavnar witnessed a car accident with Marcia Lass as the victim when a driver drove straight...

I was in fourth grade the first time I “fell behind.” The first time I was asked by an adult what I wanted to do when I grew up, and I didn’t have an answer. To me, it really didn’t seem to matter — it didn’t at all feel like being behind. I had all the time in the world, and I knew it....

Everyone has fallen victim to the anxiety and stress of holiday shopping. Whether you don’t where to go, what to get, dealing with a slim budget or all of the above, you don’t stand alone. After sixteen years of stumbling around Target wondering what to get with my $14.71 in my pocket, I’ve determined...

Each month, Wingstop chooses one outstanding high school student to award a scholarship of $1000. For Nov. 2016, Wingstop chose senior Riley McKean. “Coach Ryan nominated me,” McKean said. “It was a complete surprise.” Coach Rachel Ryan had taken notice to McKean’s exceptional leadership...

A thin chorus of counting chimes in synchrony with rhythmic clapping that echos through the room. Flailing shimmers of red swirl around each respective member on the floor, ripping through the air with an aggressively loud voice tearing from each one. These are the members of varsity winter guard....

During the week of Dec. 12, the schedule will be altered to accommodate midterm exams. The days will pattern A, A, B, B rather than alternating. This is intended for the students to review in each class and have the material freshly memorized for the exam as well as give them an opportunity to ask any...

Anyone who’s worked anywhere for more than a week can tell you about their routine of clocking out. For me, working at Six Flags in the midst of Fright Fest, it’s to wrap up my till, set up my replacement, walk past the same mundane faces of gashed and bloodied zombies and large men with chainsaws,...

The District of Innovation (DOI) concept resulted from an amended section of the Texas Education Code (TEC) which returned a significant amount of power from the state legislature to the district in the case of independent school districts. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has responded by encouraging...

Because MISD switched to the A/B Day schedule, certain policies regarding tardies and absences have been changed. Students will now only be granted four tardies per class for the first semester and five for the second, whereas students were once granted an even nine per class each semester. “We...

Juniors Allison Bao and Makayla Shanahan are currently competing against each other for Senior class president. Most of the other positions for all the classification classes, such as each Treasurer, Secretary and Representative have already been taken with no competition. “I’m hoping to get...

Dr. Stephan Shardy grips his red pen tight and marks out another few answers on the worksheet; he counts up how many points to take off and writes the correct grade at the top. This isn’t the first time he’s done this, but he knows it’s nearing his last. On May 31, Dr. Shardy will retire from teaching. “Without...

Administrators from all of Legacy's feeder schools will hold a “Westside Picnic” for the community on April 19. Donna Shepard Intermediate, Linda Jobe Middle School and all elementary schools that feed to Legacy are welcomed and encouraged to attend the new tradition. The event will be held...

Briana closed her eyes hesitantly at his request. Her long-term boyfriend, Nigel, had been acting very secretive lately, and she knew she was about to find out why. Suddenly, a small, silver ring was dropped into her hands — the long-awaited promise ring. This was the moment that juniors Briana...

Style and clothing choice can arguably be one of the most effective ways to express oneself and as a result, people often consider it to be one of the most influential choices of the day. Seniors Natisse Settle and Ananda Rincon started a club to bring together other students who feel the same way about...

Every high school underclassman dreams of driving, and all upperclassmen cherish their right to get behind the wheel. Unfortunately for the aforementioned upperclassmen, before you can cross the finish line into the driver's seat (legally), you have to endure the long race of Driver’s Ed - a race I...

Students suddenly scurrying from every line and table disrupts the typical chatter of the cafeteria. Yells of excitement, panic and anger echo through the room as teachers and police officers rush over. Students like junior Angelica Luckert have been the cause of physical fights on school grounds.  One...

Toys for Tots donations will again be welcome this year as the charity continues to collect toys for children in need all over the world. Run by the U.S. Marine Corps, Toys for Tots will also hold a special event Dec. 9. The event will feature such attractions as Santa photos, a parade, and food...

Each year, Starbucks greets the holiday season with new cups, primarily red, decorated festively with various winter and Christmas designs. This year however, the designs have been put on hold and traded in for a “minimalist” plain red cup. While the abundant decorations were enjoyed, most people...

Black Friday serves as a time for deals, discounts and savings. For most people, it would be considered a great time to get Christmas presents ahead of time, or to get something for yourself. Look below for a few ways to make the most of your Black Friday savings. Bring The Ads To remember the specific...

The JROTC competed in the Top Of Texas JROTC competition at Wichita Falls on October 3 and placed first in all categories, including armed overall, unarmed overall, and color guard overall, bringing home 10 respective trophies. “To be where we are right now, it takes a lot,” senior Caelan Rios...

We’ve all been Trick-Or-Treating at some point in our lives and gotten that candy. You know it. The off-brand and gross one. You can tell just by the packaging that it won’t taste good, but a smiling old lady gave it to you so you accept it with a smile and later try to trick a sibling or friend...

Halloween has always been a holiday like no other, with jack-o-lanterns, costumes and candy, so it should be important for everyone to make the most of it when it comes. Look at the list below to find some ways to enjoy your Halloween night to the fullest. Haunted Houses Take a walk through a building...

Legacy varsity volleyball prepares to start their second round of district. Looking ahead at two of their top competitors, Summit and Waxahachie, the team stays focused on their district journey through district. Bethany Ross, 12, enjoys the fight that the team holds, and looks forward to the rest of...

People who fear big change would dread moving across the city and see moving across the state as a nightmare. For sophomore Isabella Modderman, that change had to be endured when she moved halfway across the world, from Australia to Texas. At age 13, Modderman left her father’s family and five siblings...

By the cafeteria lunch lines, lunch workers in hairnets and gloves work tirelessly behind the counters, preparing large servings of food at a time to be served to a long line of students. It seems like a tentative, demanding job for each worker, but it is possible no cafeteria worker knows the struggle...