I’ve spent the last three mon—no. I’d like to start by thanking ever—that sounds fake. If I could summarize the past four ye—boring. To ask me to summarize what is widely regarded as the most cringe-worthy, stressful, psychologically-taxing four years of my life is kinda…difficult,...

The lights in my room remain off; the only source of illumination derives from dim fairy lights pinned haphazardly to my walls and the glaringly bright screen of my laptop. With the $75 fee paid and my essays written, my college applications are submitted.  My chosen major? Accounting.  I’ve...

As opposed to a multi-question exam or memorized speech, Mr. Matthew Stewart, Legacy’s Debate Coach, assigns his varsity class a presentation of their chosen topic. In straying from the norm, he invites both team-building through expression of interest and public speaking practice to be applied in...

The discourse around school vouchers has intensified in the state and among Mansfield ISD stakeholders, especially following our state representative’s change in stance.  School vouchers allocate taxpayer dollars to subsidize private school tuition. This redirection of funds diminishes the financial...

While not the first time students’ and teachers’ opinions differ on an issue, it is one of the first times that students’ opinions remained divided on a matter. A vast majority of Legacy’s staff will tell you students loitering in the school restroom must be stopped, but students have varying...

As motorway users, we often find ourselves unprepared for situations we encounter while on the road. From a flat tire to a sudden downpour or a spilled drink to a traffic stop, it’s difficult to ensure you’re ready to deal with every obstacle life throws your way. In hopes of easing your worries...

Earlier this month, The Rider Online published a news article discussing the increase in sensitivity to the Evolv Security systems MISD implemented across the district. The facts are simple: In an attempt to improve campus security, Mansfield schools will require students to remove any metal items from...

Dear Concerned Parents,  Have you heard the good news? It was a false alarm! Phew! We’re so glad you were prepared to remove your child from a secure location during a life-threatening scenario. Little do you know, your actions would have unnecessarily brought danger to yourself, your child and...

10 minutes. 600 seconds. 600,000 milliseconds. From weeks spent scrolling through news articles to grueling nights behind her laptop screen, from countless, mindless repetitions of the same words chasing perfect timing and just the right tone, junior Ayslyn Arredondoput forth her all into this informative...

Since signing her first record deal with Atlanta Records at just 17 years old, Chappell Roan has continued to construct the foundation of her career for a decade now. And yet, her success arrived overnight.  As a lesbian artist making music about being a lesbian, Chappell’s music is for and about...

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been the golden child in my family. I’ve had the grades, the ambition and the witty personality to match.  When asked what I wanted to be, my response was always something along the lines of veterinarian or lawyer, even though my only actual plans consisted...

After 14 years teaching at Legacy, Ms. Rachel Ryan, AP English III and freshman english teacher left Legacy March 28 to join her husband and his new job in Arizona.  “We have a great life here in Texas and both really love our jobs here. So, it was easy to question whether or not it was worth uprooting...

In accordance with new regulations, the FAFSA application form opened Dec. 31 instead of the previous Oct. 1. For the first time since 2016, the site release for the 2024-2025 school year experienced a delay that not only confused users, but kept seniors from applying for over 2 months after the normal...

In 2017, The Rider Online published How to Adult: Time Management. In the story, Anna Jordan supplied readers with helpful tips and tricks to help improve punctuality and organization in their endeavors. However, fast-forward six years, and notice times have changed. We are living in a tech-dominated...

Every fourth Thursday of November, in an attempt to mask the centuries of oppression and bloodshed between European settlers and Native Americans, we celebrate Thanksgiving with a huge feast of delicious, (sometimes) home-cooked, flavor-filled food. Despite the holiday’s disturbing history, Thanksgiving...

After eight years as JROTC’s Army Instructor, First Sergeant James Watkins retired from his position on Sept. 25, 2023. The citizenship-building program hopes to promote their diversity and incite school-wide interest with their multitude of opportunities.  “I’ve been at Legacy since 2015....

The Summer of 2023 came with a multitude of films ranging from action-packed vigilante adventures to Disney princess sing-alongs. Legacy students were asked to rate a list of 16 relatively popular movies, released between May and August of this year, between one and five. The five highest-ranking films...

The Interview. Arguably the most vital part of the job application process. There’s plenty of discourse amongst the employed population about the difficulty of a job interview, but let me tell you: it’s not worth nearly as much concern as most people give it. The method to ace any job interview can...

To combat the alarming increase in marijuana and e-cigarette use in students, the Texas legislature announced House Bill 114 which went into effect on Sept. 1, 2023. By establishing a zero-tolerance policy for smoking or vaping on public school campuses, the government gives schools the resources to...

History coming to life may seem fantastical to some, but to others, like Ms. Abbi Marion, it’s been a reality since tenth grade. Ms. Marion started teaching at Legacy this year after transferring from Lake Ridge. She’s young, packed full of sarcastic comments, and has a witty remark for any situation....