Social isolation causes strain on everyone during this time of isolation. However, this does not mean we need to let ourselves go. If we nurture our mental health, then we can keep our spirits up and power through this tough time in our lives. Connect With Others Even in social isolation, we...

In her youth, Beyoncé Knowles was a very shy and introverted kid, so her parents signed her up for a dance class when she was seven to allow her to connect with others. The first time her parents saw her perform, they knew she had hidden potential. Beyoncé enrolled in Parker Elementary School, a...

My sophomore year taught me the value of being a performer when I was cast in the main stage theater production “High School Musical.” Those performances sparked a new interest within me, and when the director at the time invited me to join the musical theater class, I finally found a place to belong. Over...

Kong Skull Island’s after credit scene shed light on an epic battle between two powerful monsters, Godzilla and King Ghidorah, for authority over the monster collective and ends with a roar from Godzilla himself.  The beginning of summer came with a new debuted film that not only lived up to its...

The house seats filled with students who signed in to their auditions for the Improv team, Mission Improvable. With close to 40 students auditioning the stage and house felt alive and full of energy. As everyone settled into their seats, the directors Mr. Jeremy Ferman and Ms. Sarah Fortune shared...

Cadets in the JROTC CyberPatriot team scroll through codes and questions while writing down word for word steps in hopes to score points to continue through competition season. They compete against over 6,600 teams worldwide in this cyber security competition. The Air Force Association scores and...

In any scenario whether a job interview, formal occasion, college or a job, clothing styles act as important factors our daily lives. Dressing appropriately can have a critical effect on self presentation. Taking into consideration of personal style, body type and the season of the year also helps to...

Purple shirts and colorful wristbands fill the Legacy soccer practice fields as students pile into the field day hosted by Student Council. The field day took place on the last day of Project C.A.R.E, and a large amount of students participated in this fundraiser event. Sponsors Kenna Cavnar and Danielle...

Legacy Musical Theater students performed their annual Cabaret show on May 3. This year’s theme, “A Light in the Darkness” contained a variety of musical numbers; solos, duets and group numbers. Students choreographed the entire show aside from the opening number. The show contained different...

From childhood to today, the large majority of my family has been living in Michigan. My father stationed here in Texas for the military from even before my birth, so I never truly lived in Michigan. Being born here in Arlington and living here for my almost 16 years of life. I grew up as an only...

“The best way to spread christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” After hearing this quote, a picture of Will Ferrell dressed in a green elf costume in the middle of Gimbels might come to mind from the movie Elf. However the Legacy Musical Theater class will perform the holiday story on...

The lights flashed on, then off. Repeat, repeat, repeat. Two people appeared on stage, one animal like and positioned on a row of chairs, the other crouching on the ground adjacent to him. Police light sirens sounded and flashed as the lights began to fade once again. Each member of the improv troupe...

Legacy theater advanced to the UIL One-Act Play Bi-District 5-5A competition on March 3, 2020 with their show “Kodachrome.” Legacy advanced along with Crowley High  School and Burleson High School. Abby Ewing, 11, received the Honor Crew award, Seth Matthews, 11, received Honorable Mention All-Star...

On March 25 Legacy will provide an SAT throughout the school day for the junior class. MISD has covered the price for the test, and students will not need to sacrifice a Saturday or find transportation. The decision to give the SAT was made to test and evaluate the juniors who have not taken the test...

Based on the movie in 1988 and the broadway musical in 2002, “Hairspray” the movie musical recreates the story and changes the ending to give the movie something truly unique for the message of acceptance and love. The story follows Tracy Turnblad, an aspiring performer and a helpless romantic in...

Legacy Theater students performed their fall show, “Eurydice” a Greek tragedy with a modern twist. The show follows the journey of Eurydice from life to death and love to loss. Being on the stage alone brings the viewer into a fuller experience, and before the show can even begin, the vibe of...

With the absence of Sergeant Major Smith, there was an empty space left in the bronco battalion. With the initiative to apply for the spot, Sean Lee Johnson accepts the role as the Bronco Battalion’s new Senior Army Instructor (SAI). In a whole new state and environment, Johnson adjusts fast to the...

“We Are MISD” projected onto the Performing Arts Center, and hundreds of vehicles filled each space in the parking lot. Cold air and wind with the sound of iconic Christmas music played over the speakers as residents of Mansfield came together to celebrate Toys 4 Tots. Students, families and staff...

With the demand of classes and extracurricular activities, community service opportunities become hard to find and manage. School organizations like AVID, Key Club and ROTC require community service hours for a grade, and college applications also require hours. Concessions Sport game concessions...

Growing up, alcohol surrounded my life. As a child, I thought nothing of it. My mother would drink a glass of wine, and my father would drink several cans of beer. To a child, it looked normal for parents to behave this way. The television programs I watched showed adults drinking and led me to think...

Born as Hispanic and White, I’m stuck in the middle of what seems to be what many would call a Tejano. With mixtures of Mexican, Spaniard, Polish, German, which are not common mixings into one person. Everyone living in this world isn’t defined by race, but the ethnicities and nationalities they...

Coming out, March 16, 2018, a movie adaptation of the novel "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda” comes to theaters called “Love, Simon.” The coming of age novel written by Becky Albertalli, deals with the themes of identity, growing up, high school, love and the drama-filled in life. The movie...

After watching “Faith County,” I realized just how entertaining plays can be. I’ll admit, I had no idea what I was getting into. As soon as the play started, I was entranced. They started off strong and were able to catch my attention perfectly. The play had much more pros than cons, and I’ll...

Unlike ordinary words, music exceeds better at communicating feelings along with emotions. Talented artists can convey certain feelings in the lyrics they write and sing, but there are always certain songs in which strike you with a flood of specific moods. These songs bring a wave of emotions to the...

Audience members muffle whispers and silence their cellphones as the lights go dark. The sound of a single pair of shoes entering the stage echos through the theater. As the lights come up, the audience’s eyes are drawn to senior Kamryn Hannigan. Theater’s One Act actors have started to put the...

I didn’t always like to read and write. In my youth, I couldn’t stomach the idea of stillness, let alone the reading of someone else’s words. I never had to think about how words could affect a person on so many different levels, not until my fifth-grade year of school. My English teacher at...

Students circle the piano centered on the PAC stage as Mr. Patrick Casey sings music with the cast of the winter musical. Rehearsals over the various songs in the winter musical or practicing with the choirs, he instructs the students just as a teacher with years of experience would. Casey works as...

Surrounded by empty chairs on stage, Seniors Kamryn Hannigan and Jude Jackson engage in heartwarming embraces while they recite lines of marriage and future promises. Theater students have started to put the finishing touches on their 2019 Fall Show, “Eurydice.” The show will occur at 7 p.m. Oct....

A single day, multiple locations, more than 100 volunteers and one motive – service. Students will arrive in their Day of Service shirts and munch on donuts before the day ahead. At 9 a.m., buses will come to the school to transport volunteers to their respective locations where they work and serve...

A formation moves in an orderly fashion with echoing of cadets sounding off and shoes hitting the pavement in unison. Sgt. Maj. Eric Smith watches over his cadets while they lead the company in the JROTC classroom. Although Smith worked at Legacy for 10 years, he pursues a new career opportunity....

As she walks through the door, memories from the past few years came to her mind. Counselor Clerk Lori Carbajal returns to a new job in MISD. After a five-year break away from the school district Carbajal returns to work in the counselor office for Legacy. “High school is totally different...

After twelve years without an alumni reunion, principal Shelly Butler and student council sponsor Kenna Cavnar worked together to create one. Legacy will host an alumni reunion tailgate on Oct. 12 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. behind the scoreboard at Newsom Stadium. This will also act as the kickoff event...

With summer just around the corner thoughts of where to vacation come to mind. Without wanting to spend much money, it’s hard to pick where exactly to go. Here we’ll talk about perfect places to visit outside of Texas without spending much from your wallet.  Lake Powell, Arizona Like the...

The world of music, filled with many original artists of music who produce music for us to listen to daily. Unlike people who write music, this list tells about famous and popular cover artists of Youtube that cover current music and bring a new taste to the world of music. Amanda Lee Further known...

A young and energetic student jumps on stage, the crowd in the  PAC with wild humor. As the multi-colored lights from the stage beam down on him, sophomore Logan Chapman, along with his fellow cast members, puts on a captivating show for the audience. After joining theater, Chapman began to practice...

No matter if the vehicle is new or old, they all need regular and well done maintenance in order to function to the best of its abilities, but many don’t know when or how maintenance is conducted.   Oil Change Most manufactures and mechanics used to say your recommended oil change should...

Club/Sport Anime Club Where/How Often They Meet A-Y313, every other Thursday. What People Think We Do “They think we run around in a naruto ninja style, and scream kamehameha.” Happiness Hammond, 10. What We Think We Do “We take character quizzes, eat food, have competitions, and have...