As exciting as graduation might be to some students, the thought of leaving what I’ve known for the past 12 years of my life is off­-putting to say the least. I’ve been able to get away with a care­free life, not tied down to bills, a job, or any things that come with adult life. I’ve lived blissfully...

The Rider Online created an interactive map that illustrates graduating seniors' plans after their graduation. To begin exploring the map, simply click on a marker or select a school from the sidebar on the left. To learn more about a specific school, click on the picture of the school's logo to...

Kendall Martinson, 11, advanced to state with her VASE submission.

Legacy Debate will compete in Cross Examination district tournament at Ennis High School on Tuesday, Feb. 4. The teams, composed of two students, go head to head against each other debating the topic “The United States Federal Government should substantially increase its economic engagement toward...

UIL recently announced the cutoff numbers for the newly created 6A class in Texas, as well as every division below it. With the cutoff numbers changed, the new system essentially bumps each school up one division. It also includes 6A, a new division for schools with 2100 students or more. Legacy...

Teen Leadership and Student Council Sponsor Dena Schimming will move to Summit on Monday, Jan. 27 to pursue her career as an assistant principal. Mrs. Schimming was informed on Friday, Jan. 17 of her new post. Until a permanent teacher can take the place of Mrs. Schimming, a long term substitute will...

Four MISD high school librarians wrote a grant in order to purchase the books and testing materials. Battle of the Books, an event previously exclusive to the intermediate and middle schools, is now available for high school students to compete in. “Many students love to read for pleasure, but by...

I’ve been involved with the church for the majority of my life. I was baptized as an infant under the Methodist church, where I went nearly every Sunday with my family. We frequented the church until its population became overwhelming, then we decided to change churches. Eventually we found a church...

Finding something to do during summer may prove itself a challenge for students unaware of the local activities available. In an effort to try to make everyone’s summer a better experience, this list has been compiled, listing 10 things to do while out of school to make the best of vacation. Dinosaur...

In preparation of the 2013 - 14 school year, students face an important decision: whether to take Advanced Placement (AP) classes or Dual Enrollment courses (Tarrant County College). At the end of each year, AP tests, administered throughout the school district, determine if students meet the requirements...

Not all students must go to college in order to achieve success. With the finances required for college and the possibility of facing employment troubles, senior Miguel Guerrero chooses the police academy to ensure his success. “I want to join the police academy because I’m interested in the job...

Next week students will begin returning iPads based upon grade. They will be taken up during designated classes. Teachers have been advised to plan their activities without school iPads. This process will be facilitated by the members of the technology department. They will ensure the returned iPads...

AVID students dressed in their best to visit with US Congressman Joe Barton on Wednesday, March 27. The discussion centered around students’ interest in admission to United States Military Academies and other questions over his responsibilities as a congressman. Sophomore Nick Thomas requested,...

Spring Break allows us to take time off from our stressful schoolwork and grants us the opportunity to enjoy the pleasant weather before we return to school stuck in a classroom until summer comes. With only five weekdays off, we must use them in a way we will enjoy, or else it will become a waste of...

Sophomore Michael Peterson unloads his bass guitar from its case in preparation for the evening’s rehearsal in the familiar sunroom, complete with half stack amplifiers, guitars hanging on the walls and a full PA system– an ideal space for any young musician. Peterson and his group began playing...

Film has proven itself able to change the ways we entertain ourselves and how we live our daily lives. While many movies entertained us for their duration on the screen, particular movies and their scenes have affected us in more lasting ways. (Spoilers Alert) The Shower Scene Psycho (1960) Leading...

With the beginning of the new powerlifting season, Legacy powerlifter junior Caleb Waugh and his teammates practice each weekday from three to four to prepare themselves for the competition they will face in 2013. Lake Ridge hosted the first powerlifting competition of the season on Jan. 28.  The...