It’s the last measure of the piece. The orchestra plays in perfect sync with their eyes on the conductor. Suddenly, the last note is played and the whole group uses vibrato with their left hand on the...

Editor’s Note: Additional reporting on this story was provided by Kaylie Perez. The leaves continue to fall and change color during December in Texas. As families prepare to hang their Christmas lights...

The sweet aroma of freshly baked goods fills the kitchen as they are pulled out of the oven. As she places them on a plate, she is proud of herself for finally perfecting the recipe she struggles to achieve...

For years, sophomore Aubrey Dean and freshman Kinsey Dean weren’t able to play volleyball on the same team. One is always a grade above the other. This year, it changed. The sisters were finally able...

As he puts on his firefighting gear, he prepares to train vigorously for hours on end. He practices cutting through roofs with a chainsaw and spraying a water hose, so he’s prepared for a real fire....

His daily routine is grueling. Because he has first period off, school doesn’t start for senior Jimmy Piraino until 9:55 a.m. After that, his day is a gauntlet. Classes, many of which are AP level,...

As he walks through the door, he is greeted by his co-workers and the smell of diesel fuel. He clocks in and asks if anyone is waiting to get their car fixed. A co-worker tells him there are two people...

It’s Monday morning. For the majority of people, mornings are accompanied by the frantic clatter of alarms. Those people reach over in desperate attempts to stop the god-awful ringing. Five more...

He breaks a sweat from the heat of the stove, and with several precise movements, looks upon his dish with satisfaction, after tasting it a bit, of course. Coming into the culinary world, senior Erick...

Halftime: the moment every drill team dancer counts down to in excitement. Friday night football games are known for their intense rivalries, raging crowds and overpriced concessions, but for senior Farmerette...

The podium sways slightly in the wind. She takes a deep breath as she centers her balance, counts to herself and starts conducting. Keeping a steady rhythm, the other drum majors follow the lead of head...

She can hear her heart thudding in her chest. Her palms are slippery with sweat. Even though she’s gone through this process twice already, she’s as nervous as she was the first time. She knows...