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Mia Ortega

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer

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Missed Memories

Missed Memories

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
May 14, 2026

I was 6 years old when I found out my grandpa passed away. I remember every moment from getting told he died to his funeral. The day my grandpa passed seemed like any other day, as my sister and I spent it with our dad for my sister’s fifth birthday. My sister wanted to eat dinner at Cheddar’s, so...

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With binder in hand, Olivia Mason, 11, reads her music at choir's winter concert.

Choir to Host Final Concert

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
May 13, 2026

On May 14, Legacy Choir will perform their last concert at the Legacy PAC. The show will feature all six choirs with their own unique performances including solos, duos and groups in between each performance. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the performance starts at 7 p.m.  “As a senior, this...

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Top 8 Things to do When Bored

Top 8 Things to do When Bored

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
April 28, 2026

It’s easy to fall into the habit of grabbing our phones and endlessly scrolling through social media whenever boredom hits. Often, we don’t know what else to do, so we repeat the same routine without thinking. If you are looking to switch things up, here are 10 ideas to try when you feel bored: Hang...

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Comfort in the Chorus

Comfort in the Chorus

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
April 16, 2026

I sit on the cold gym floor looking up at the Legacy Choir students, singing the most beautiful music I have ever heard. I whisper to my friend next to me “they sound so good.” As a third grader, hearing a bunch of older kids sing together was so mesmerizing, and I thought they were so cool. Then...

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Top 5 Mental Health Boosters

Top 5 Mental Health Boosters

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
March 24, 2026

Spend time with nature Spending time outside provides a great way to help your mental health, especially during periods of stress. A great way to enjoy the outdoors includes going outside for a walk around the park or your neighborhood. Nature helps combat stress, a common response to mental and emotional...

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During a show choir competition, Quilan Greer, 11, sings to the audience. Show choir competed in three competitions this year.

Silver Elite Singers

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
March 9, 2026

Heavy breathing. Fast heartbeat. Bright lights beaming down on the show choir. Senior Ebun Toluhi focuses on her facial expressions going into the next song. “I think that we have done so much work and put so much effort into what we’re presenting and as long as we continue that mindset, I think...

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Joseph Jenkins, 10, cuts out a poster to use for the upcoming food pantry. Student Council works with the community to raise money and collect canned goods.

Student Council Reopens Food Pantry

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
February 23, 2026

After receiving an email about the government shutdown from a parent, Mr. Dedric Williams decided that Student Council should reopen the food pantry to provide extra support for students with financial hardship. “I think it is important to have the food pantry because, based on our socioeconomic...

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

Two Students Make TMEA All-State Choir

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
February 4, 2026

After they placed at All-State on Jan. 10, at the University of Arlington, Texas (UTA), choir students Jason Sneed, 12, and Tyson Frank, 11, will perform at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio on Feb. 14.  “Going through all the rounds was very rigorous and definitely the most...

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How to Adult: Signing a Lease

How to Adult: Signing a Lease

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
January 13, 2026

When reviewing a property lease, it’s important to understand key terms and their meanings so you know what you agree to.  Termination Date and Renewal Options A standard lease agreement typically lasts 12 months, depending on what the tenant and landlord agree on. Tenants must give their landlord...

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During the halftime performance, junior Jailyn Jeffrey- Bonier lifts her flag in the air. Color gaurd performs each football halftime alongside the Legacy band.

Color Guard: Behind the Light Show

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
December 24, 2025

Rapid heart rate. Calming breaths. Senior Rihanna Ward focuses on the counts in her head as she moves with the music. She watches her hand on the flag, repeating the motion she practiced for weeks. “It has made an impact on my life because I never would've thought that I would be spinning a flag...

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During the freshmen girls' choir, Bel Canto, Student Teacher Ms. Mckenna Schenk conducts the students. At the end of December, Ms. Schenk will graduate with a Choral Music Education degree at Baylor University.

Ms. Mckenna Schenk: Teaching Treble

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
December 15, 2025

Moving her hands to the beat of the music, Ms. Mckenna Schenk works on her conducting skills with the choir. “I love being a student teacher here,” Ms. Schenk said. The students are awesome and they work hard. They love to sing and they all have fun personalities.”  Choir Director Josh Powell...

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During the show choir ballad, junior Leo Masevo sings a solo. Show Choir sang "The Night We Met" to represent grief in their competition performance.

Leo Masevo: Building Choreography, Community

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
October 22, 2025

Dancing to the rhythm of the music, Junior Leo Masevo practices at show choir boot camp the week before school. “My favorite thing about boot camp was learning the choreography and putting it all together song by song,” Masevo said. “Right now my favorite song from the show has to be “I lived”...

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Album Review: Wishbone by Conan Gray

Album Review: Wishbone by Conan Gray

Mia Ortega, Staff Writer
September 23, 2025

Most known for his song “Heather,” Conan Gray released a new album called “Wishbone,” which contains a mix of love and heartbreak and yearning to show a relationship between his two characters, Wilson and Brando. On Aug. 15, Gray dropped an album with a tracklist of 12 songs. Gray secretly...

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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...

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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,...

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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.
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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....

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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...

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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...

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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....

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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...

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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...

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