Driving back on the bus from the Don Hanna Band Competition, senior Taik Willis talks and laughs with his friends. Willis began playing in band his freshmen year, marching and competing with the bass clarinet.  “I love band because it’s something I get to do for other people,” Willis said....

Journalism: what started out as a filler elective, quickly became my home and safe place within Legacy. Throughout high school, I received the opportunity to be in Journalism I, a staff writer, features editor of The Rider Online and copy editor of The Arena yearbook. No matter the title or position...

On April 24, senior Katherine Keating placed third at region UIL in Journalism news writing, advancing to the state competition. On May 18, Keating placed first in state UIL for journalism news writing.  “Ms. Dearinger was the first one to text me that I placed third and was going to state; I started...

Walking down the fifty-yard line, senior Courtney Richardson celebrates football senior night with his grandma and grandpa on his left and twin brother, Kareem Richardson, on his right. Courtney reflects and expresses gratitude for the last four years of high school and his involvement in football and...

During sixth period, Tenor Bass choir, senior Jason Sneed sings solfege music.

During the annual Texas Thespian Festival her sophomore year, Emily Keating watched as a group of State Thespian Officers (STOs) walked by in their khaki pants, collared shirts and colored sashes hoping one day she would join them to represent Texas theatre. A year later, she received an email in class...

Students sort through shelves, discussing with their friends their perfect find and head up to the desk to check out their latest discovery from Librarian Shawna Wilson. Ms. Wilson said that because of the personal communication ban in Texas, HB 1481, students turn to reading for their entertainment.  “There...

Scholarships provide valuable support for students striving to reach their academic and career goals, helping reduce financial stress and rewarding dedication both inside and outside the classroom. According to the Education Data Institute, private scholarships award over $1.8 million annually. Applying...

Members walk into Y-322 and take their seats as senior Katelyn Castro welcomes students and begins the Science National Honor Society (SNHS) meeting. Castro became president of SNHS in her sophomore year. “I won't lie and say that being this involved isn't time-consuming; it definitely is, and it...

On June 18, 2025, Amazon Prime Video released “We Were Liars,” based on the young adult novel by E. Lockhart, first published in 2014. The story gained attention for its blend of mystery, family drama and themes of privilege and secrecy. Written to explore how wealth, class and family expectations...

According to a 2022 CDC study, an average of seven people, ages 12-21, died every day by gun violence. 2,526 a year. One person every 11 minutes. Many factors contribute to gun violence, including social media, mental health and the desensitization of homicide deaths. “People don’t communicate...

Standing at the back of the cafeteria, Officer Gregory Fuentes waves to and greets students as they walk into school each morning.  “Unfortunately, most people only interact with law enforcement in a stressful or negative situation. I love getting to be part of a school community where I can be...

I remember making fun of my dad back in middle school because he didn’t know the latest teenage slang terms or the newest trends. He would always reply with “Jordyn, you better be nice because you’re gonna be taking care of me one day when I’m old and gray, and I won’t let you have it easy.”  Middle...

The music stops, the crowd cheers and senior Danielle Reeves catches her breath after performing a train-themed pom routine with the JV Silver Spurs.  “My favorite moment in drill so far has been competing,” Reeves said. “The thrill of waiting to go on and perform a routine that you have been...

Instrumental music plays in the background, and students work on homework together as junior Amarie Lewis passes out snacks and drinks. Lewis joined Mansfield Youth Council last year and loves helping plan events and study nights for her peers and the community.  “I would encourage anyone around...

April 23-27, journalism editors visited Seattle for the Journalism Education Association (JEA) and National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) convention. We spent five days visiting famous sites, exploring the city and attending classes about writing and design.  Wednesday was mainly our travel...

My dad and stepmom, Sarah, sat us down at 9 p.m. on April 17. They probably told us a million words about procedures, data, statistics and reassuring us that everything would be okay, but all I heard were the words, “Your dad has cancer.”  Growing up, my dad was invincible. He rarely got sick...

Following the tragedies of the California wildfires, Legacy Medical Society and Student Council organized a thrift store to raise donations for those affected. The thrift store will be hosted outside the Student Council room on March 14 with all prices ranging from $1 to $4.  Secretary of Medical...

In this episode of The Round Up Podcast, juniors Kati Waguespack and Jordyn Green discuss essential survival tips to get through high school.

With whistles blowing, the crowd cheered and senior Davis Collier runs down the field with the LHS flag in hand. Collier serves in student council as student body parliamentarian, where he facilitates communication in the classroom and helps plan events outside of the classroom. He also leads FCA...

Mamma Mia! (2008) Mamma Mia, directed by Phyllida Lloyd, follows the life of Sophie, the bride-to-be. Her mom, Donna, and two of her mom’s best friends help prepare for the wedding, however, Sophie has other plans. She still must figure out who will walk her down the aisle, so she invites three...

Following a change in state law, principal Dr. Stephanie Bonneau and administration separated advisory and class time in the second semester, beginning Jan. 8. Updated legislative law, HB 1416, states students who do not achieve approaches or higher on STAAR grades three through eight or EOC assessments...

On Friday, Nov. 15, the Evolv systems will increase in sensitivity which is expected to cause delays and students being late to first-period classes. Mansfield ISD Director of Safety, Security and Threat Management Britney Fortner believes the changes will increase student safety on campus. “While...

In a survey done by the American Psychological Association, teenagers reported feeling a 5.8 in stress level (according to a 10-point scale). However, the article reported that teenagers believed a 3.9 was considered a healthy stress level. For junior Molly Aldridge, stress controls her mind each day.   “I...

According to Lead Counselor Dana Vorsino, out of the 2,573 students currently enrolled at Legacy 2.5% of students graduate early, whether that’s in three or three and a half years. Senior Nathan Flood found out he would be graduating early after a phone call from the counselor telling him he received...

Try different pumpkin-flavored coffees Many local and chain coffee shops come out with a fall menu to offer pumpkin-flavored bakery items and coffees. The most popular place to get these drinks is Starbucks. Fans marvel and get excited for months about when stores will release their fall menu. My...

Screams echo in a green Silverado truck as juniors Emma Beaudine and Molly Aldridge find out they made drill team officers. “As a Varsity Junior Lieutenant, I’m an overall friend for all the girls to have,” Beaudine said. “As a leader, I want them to know I am there for them no matter...

After a decline in attendance during the advisory period, administrators moved the advisory time to the end of second and sixth periods. Starting April 9, students will remain in their second and sixth periods for advisory and students returning from Ben Barber will be assigned a classroom.  “Our...

I walked into my first-grade classroom, sat in my assigned seat and began the warm-up that Monday morning. At the beginning of each week, my teacher, Mrs. Watson, would give us a worksheet, asking us to draw an illustration and write a few sentences about something happening in our lives.  I...

Fuller House A spin-off of the 1990 sitcom, Full House, “Fuller House” revolves around the lives of three adult best friends: DJ, Stephanie and Kimmy and their families. At the show's beginning, D.J., played by Candace Cameron Bure, recently widowed, works as a veterinarian while raising her...

In a sport based on numbers, powerlifting doubled in size from last year, which brought a variety of weight classes to the team. The team began their season at Summit on Jan. 31, led by senior state qualifier Crystal Hernandez. “Physically, last year we were very solo when it came to working and...

Every home is different in how they get groceries into their house for meals. However, once you move out, there is no one going shopping for you, so it’s important to learn how to grocery shop before living away from home.  Step One: Choose a note-taking system and make a grocery list. One way...

It’s Monday morning as Advanced Chemistry students line up at Ms. Kercher’s desk asking questions about their homework. Kercher typically helps ten out of her 170 students during tutoring time.   Research from Duke University showed the average high school student doing homework outperformed...

According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, teenagers typically spend two and a half hours daily listening to music. That time of music intake contributes to teenager’s mental, physical and emotional health. When listening to music a person’s body releases dopamine, which...

The sun shines on boys golf coach Christopher Word and Luke Stillwagoner, sophomore, as they walk across Southern Oaks Golf Course during practice. After not advancing to regionals last year, the team is focused on a spot in the tournament this season. “My sport, unlike football and basketball where...

It’s 5:45 a.m. as Brynden Kelly, 11, hears his alarm going off. After getting ready and waking up his dad, Kelly usually leaves his house around 6:25. When getting to school, he immediately grabs breakfast before hanging out with his friends.  Kelly loves to perform, no matter where that may be....