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Avery Owens

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor

I’m the entertainment editor. I love Jesus, my family and my friends.

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Top 10 Potential AP Classes

Top 10 Potential AP Classes

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
May 19, 2026

There are many AP classes available to high school students, offering more opportunities to challenge themselves. While Legacy already offers some AP classes, several others that could spark student interest and expand academic options remain. These AP courses may both be beneficial and engaging for...

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Top 6 AP Test Preparation Tips

Top 6 AP Test Preparation Tips

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
May 1, 2026

AP tests can be overwhelming for many students, but having a plan and routine can make everything more manageable. Instead of last minute studying, having small study strategies can help students remember more and stress less. Practicing these methods will help set students up for success on their AP...

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Top 6 Reasons to Take TCC Courses

Top 6 Reasons to Take TCC Courses

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
April 21, 2026

Students often feel torn between taking AP classes or TCC dual credit classes. When deciding, you should keep in mind the benefits of enrolling in TCC dual credit classes. Guaranteed Credit Students enrolled in TCC receive guaranteed college credit with completion of the course in Texas. By passing...

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Movie Review: Mercy

Movie Review: Mercy

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
February 26, 2026

“Mercy,” a Sci-fi thriller film directed by Timur Bekmambetov, was released on Jan. 23. Starring Chris Pratt as LAPD detective Chris Raven and Rebecca Ferguson as Judge Maddox, the movie topped the North American box office by making $11 million in ticket sales. Set in 2029, this movie was estimated...

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Top 15 Anticipated Movies in 2026

Top 15 Anticipated Movies in 2026

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
February 24, 2026

“The Odyssey” Set to release on July 17, 2026, this book adaptation written by ancient Greek poet Homer, stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson and Lupita Nyong’o. Under the direction of Christopher Nolan, who is known for his Academy Award-winning movie, "Oppenheimer,”,...

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Academic Pressure's Effect on Students

Academic Pressure’s Effect on Students

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
January 26, 2026

Academic Pressure is a common struggle for many high school students. Academic pressure often leads to heavy workloads, fear of failure, competition with other students and high expectations, which can lead to burnout. An article by the American Institute of Stress says that 75% of high school students...

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How to Adult: Quitting Your Job

How to Adult: Quitting Your Job

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
January 6, 2026

Deciding if you should quit your job may seem like an impossible task, but with these tips for careful consideration and planning, you can feel secure in your choice. 1. Decide if quitting is the right thing to do Consider the pros and cons of leaving your job. Think about what may cause you to...

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How to Adult: Saying No

How to Adult: Saying No

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
December 9, 2025

Saying “no” does not always come easily, especially if you're a people pleaser, but there comes a time to say “no”. Saying no sets boundaries for yourself and others. Here are some ways to help you say no. Be honest and direct Being honest is the best way to say no. It helps avoid any misunderstandings...

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Top 6 Thanksgiving Traditions

Top 6 Thanksgiving Traditions

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
November 27, 2025

Thanksgiving allows families to gather together and count their blessings. Each Thanksgiving includes a variety of traditions. Below highlights some of the most popular Thanksgiving traditions. 1. Thanksgiving meal Families gather together around the dinner table during the Thanksgiving meal, making...

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Preparing for the Future

Preparing for the Future

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
October 9, 2025

“Avery, take a look at these careers.” As a freshman in high school, I was not worried about my future career, but as the question kept coming up, I couldn’t answer with a job that I wanted to pursue. I felt like I was falling behind. I felt like I had no plan for the future. As a junior taking...

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Fantastic Four: First Steps Review

Fantastic Four: First Steps Review

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
September 30, 2025

Known as Marvel's first family, “Fantastic Four: First Steps,” released July 25, introduced a retro, futuristic world set in the 1960s, making $368.7 million in the box office. The movie starts with a little background of how these superheroes got their powers, and follows the lives of Mister Fantastic,...

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Students React To Taylor Swift Engagement

Students React To Taylor Swift Engagement

Avery Owens, Entertainment Editor
September 8, 2025

“I was very excited, I had already gotten some good news and when I found out about the engagement, I cried.” -Piper Lipscomb, 11 “They're going to last two months, that's how it is with Taylor.”-Myles Berger, 9 “I was intrigued when I saw the post because I wanted to see the ring (which...

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Per the updated policy issued by the Board of Trustees, cell phones, mobile devices, smartwatches and headphones are to remain off and out of sight during all class periods. Students are only able to use their device during passing period and lunch.

Editorial: Students Benefit From No-Phone Policy

Avery Owens, Staff Writer
November 13, 2024

Using phones in school all day becomes a distraction for students learning in the classroom. Students/teens should give less attention to social media and give more attention to involvement in school activities. The no-phone policy was put into place in 2023 to limit the distractions being used in the...

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Students Receive Election Days Off

Students Receive Election Days Off

Avery Owens, Staff Writer
November 1, 2024

For the second time, MISD turned election day into a student holiday on Nov. 4 and 5. No students at school, and receiving time off work will reduce traffic so people can arrive quickly to voting centers. “With the amount of traffic that would be on these campuses, it's a good idea for it to be...

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Twisters aired July 19, 2024 and grossed $369.6 million worldwide. Photo by Universal Studios

Twisters Movie Review

Avery Owens, Staff Writer
September 24, 2024

After the "Twisters" film in 1996, producers Frank Marshall, and Patrick Crowley wanted to introduce the new generation to storm and tornado chasing. Filmed in Oklahoma, “Twisters” follows the life of tornado enthusiast, Kate Carter, who chased tornadoes in high school until a traumatic storm killed...

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Dr. Tiffany Kennedy works in her office on Sept. 4. She moved here after teaching high school English I and English II in DeSoto and Cedar Hill for 10 years.

Dr. Kennedy Moves to Legacy

Emily Gandy and Avery Owens
September 4, 2024

Walking through the doors on her first day, Assistant Principal Tiffany Kennedy greets students with a smiling face. She is thrilled to return to the high school environment. “What attracts me to Mansfield is the programs for the students, like Ben Barber and TCC,” Dr. Kennedy said. “The more...

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