Skip to Main Content
Covering the Bronco Nation.

The Rider Online | Legacy HS Student Media

Covering the Bronco Nation.

The Rider Online | Legacy HS Student Media

Covering the Bronco Nation.

The Rider Online | Legacy HS Student Media

Mia Ortega

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer

Hi, I’m Mia. I love reading and listening to music. I love to dance and sing too. I really love tea and Dr. Pepper and to watch movies.

All content by Mia Ortega
Emmie Powell, 11, dances with show choir at their dress rehearsal on Feb. 5.

Emmie Powell: Music in M107

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
February 19, 2025

Emmie Powell sits in the front row of Willie Pigg Auditorium as a child, watching her dad wave his arms and direct the choir. Now she stands as a junior on the risers at Willie Pigg watching her dad direct as she sings the music.  “Having my dad as a teacher is a really fun experience for me, and...

Continue Reading
Key Club members, Rainer Cheek, 12, Sarah Marsteller, 12, Brynley Buck, 11, and Julianne Rouse, 11, announce the plays to students and faculty basketball game.

Behind the Scenes of Toys for Tots

The Rider Online Staff
December 4, 2024
Many organizations on campus participate in the district Toys for Tots hosted at the Center. This year Mansfield ISD will host their 13th annual Toys for Tots celebration from 5-9 p.m. and the Dr. Jim Vaszauskas Center for The Performing Arts.
Read Story
LBTV: Swimmers Win District Title

[Video] LBTV: Swimmers Win District Title

Mia Ortega
February 14, 2012

Continue Reading
Track Team Gives Back to the Homeless

[Video] Track Team Gives Back to the Homeless

January 31, 2012

Continue Reading
LBTV: Men's Soccer

[Video] LBTV: Men’s Soccer

April 7, 2011

Check out the soccer team playing through the season

Continue Reading

Connor Copeland

Mia Ortega
December 7, 2010

Moving the soccer ball forward, Connor Copeland, 11, looks for his chance to score yet another goal. He sprints and effortlessly kicks the ball to the opposing goalie who dives and misses the save by just a few inches. Copeland feels the excitement run through his veins as he sees his team cheering and...

Continue Reading
How to Adult: Getting Through Airport Security

How to Adult: Getting Through Airport Security

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
January 24, 2025

Continue Reading
Mr. Vrij plays the piano during choir on Aug. 23. He joined Legacy after returning from a student teacher position.

Maxim Vrij: Directing With Dedication

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
December 11, 2024

Moving his hands to a rhythm-like movement to help his students with their music, Assistant Choir Director Mr. Maxim Vrij directs his beginner choir students. Mr. Vrij began teaching choir at Legacy full-time this year after being a student teacher last year. “Student teaching was very eye-opening,...

Continue Reading
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Review

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Review

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
September 17, 2024

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” takes the Deetz family home to Winter River after an unexpected tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia has to figure out how to put up with Beetlejuice in her mind causing her to see visions of him, plus she has a daughter who is unsure of her mother’s abilities....

Continue Reading
I am Legacy: Elizabeth Kobty

[Video] I am Legacy: Elizabeth Kobty

November 22, 2011

Live a day in the life of Elizabeth Kobty.

Continue Reading

Varsity Soccer Playoffs 2011

Mia Ortega
April 6, 2011

After an intense, physical match against Irving High School, the Men’s Varsity Soccer team ended March 29 with the history-making victory of their first 5A playoff game. The Broncos’ offense started early with a corner kick which Andrew Bach headed into the net with 33 minutes left in the first half....

Continue Reading

My Trip to New York City

Mia Ortega
March 30, 2011

During my adventure to New York City, I somehow managed to break a law, constantly lose my subway metro card, eat an octopus tentacle, ride in mafia SUV’s and stuff my suitcase with so many souvenirs that it exploded at JFK and had to be duct-taped like a mummy. The only positive thing however, was...

Continue Reading
Students Recognized By College Board

Students Recognized By College Board

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
January 15, 2025

These students got recognized by the College Board for having high scores on their AP tests in their freshmen and sophomore year. The college board also recognizes them for a tangible way to recognize the academic achievements of rural area/small town, African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Indigenous/Native...

Continue Reading

10 Things To Do in Fall

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
October 1, 2024

We have all had those lazy days were there feels like there is nothing to do. So here are 10 things to do in fall.

Continue Reading
Swim Teams Make Region

[Video] Swim Teams Make Region

Nick Gross, Sports Editor
February 3, 2012

Both the boys and the girls team competed Jan. 28 at district. The boys’ swim team won the district title and will advance to region on Feb 10. The girls’ team will also advance to regions, placing second at district. “We were excited,” Drew Larimore said. “After the win we went to Ihop...

Continue Reading
BLOG: Scoreboards Don't Record Class

BLOG: Scoreboards Don’t Record Class

Mia Ortega, Photo Editor
September 16, 2011

Immediately after the bell rang after school on Friday, all the varsity boys, trainers, managers, and coaches prepared to load the bus to endure the hour and a half drive to Clark Field. Before heading to the 54-mile drive to Plano. The team stopped to grab a bite to eat together at Uncle Bo’s. The...

Continue Reading
LBTV SOUNDSLIDE: 2010 Homecoming

[Video] LBTV SOUNDSLIDE: 2010 Homecoming

October 15, 2010

Continue Reading
Load More Stories
Donate to The Rider Online | Legacy HS Student Media
$2985
$5000
Contributed
Our Goal