A grand calling; Many grandparents are filling the role of parents
Published Wednesday, February 29, 2012
By Madeline Pena
Grandparents who are serving as parents once again are becoming a common sight.
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YOUTH SPOKEN
Entering the unknown
Published Wednesday, February 8, 2012
By Cristin Morgan
Stress, nausea, headaches, sweaty palms, nail biting and shivers - these symptoms are experienced by students, teachers and parents when testing time rolls around in Texas.
No excuses, just smiles
Published Wednesday, January 11, 2012
By Madeline Pena
Senior Lupe Perez walks the Decatur High School hallways greeting everyone she knows with a warm, contagious smile. It's hard to frown in her presence; her happy spirit has changed others' outlook on life.
What I’ll remember from 2011
Published Saturday, December 31, 2011
By Paris Walter
As I was walking through town, I overheard a grumbling woman say to the person next to her, "I'm so ready for this year to be over."
High school student writes, directs his own play
Published Wednesday, December 28, 2011
By Cristin Morgan
Suicide. Eating disorders. These are not just happening in movies; they are reality. A Decatur High School actor saw this and decided it needed to be recognized. Reality needed to be heard.
Technology-smart teens help businesses in community
Published Wednesday, December 14, 2011
By Cristin Morgan
Teens embedded in Facebook, Pinterest, Skype and texting have become the generation with technology minds.
Decatur FFA welcomes new ag teacher
Published Wednesday, October 19, 2011
By Paris Walther
During the Fourth of July weekend, Decatur High School's ag teacher, Rick Elmore, received a job offer from Dubiski Career High School in Grand Prairie to teach mechanics.
Capitol performance: Students provide entertainment for state convention
Published Wednesday, October 12, 2011
By Madeline Pena
The iridescent sheen of sequined glasses, ties, belts and hats take command of the opening number at the Austin convention center.
‘Working lunch’ program showing positive early returns
Published Wednesday, October 5, 2011
By Cristin Morgan
"On time, every time," Principal Jason Cochran said. That is Decatur High School's new motto in regard to students' class work.
Blessings for the less fortunate
Published Sunday, July 31, 2011
By Cristin Morgan
Six cans. Three desserts. Three toiletries. Juice. Forty-three families this week. Eighty families last week. Once-a-month visit.
Gracefully klutzy
Published Thursday, June 16, 2011
By Madeline Pena
People look at ballerinas and instantly think "grace." Let's just say, in the real world, grace is not my specialty.
Memories forever, sisters forever
Published Thursday, June 2, 2011
By Cristin Morgan
My sister Casie Morgan graduates today from Decatur High School class of 2011. After she leaves for college, I will continue high school for two more years.
Water is nature’s remedy
Published Thursday, May 19, 2011
By Paris Walther
I hear it before I see it. Crashing into my window, the only thing stopping it from breaking in is streaking glass.
Triathlon introduces kids to the event
Published Thursday, May 19, 2011
By Cristin Morgan
Children from all around participated in the Hooty's Kid's Tri Saturday May 7.
Applying for a summer job
Published Thursday, May 12, 2011
By Katie Olson
Students applying for jobs during the summer may find difficulty without prior knowledge in the work force.
Splash into summer jobs
Published Thursday, May 12, 2011
By Cristin Morgan
Summer jobs are available for teens interested in earning extra money and learning about responsibility.
Once upon a musical; Community theatre performs royal comedy
Published Thursday, May 5, 2011
By Madeline Pena
With a height of 'twenty-downy mattresses" and a pea underneath the bottom mattress, Kate Cowling portrays the lead role of Winfred, creating a whole new level of beauty sleep.
Pay to park system differs at area schools
Published Thursday, April 14, 2011
By Madeline Pena and Katie Olson
One of the first things most high school students in Wise County do before school starts is park their car. The maintenance behind these parking systems is more than just a third wheel.
Personal appliances fall victim to budget cuts
Published Sunday, March 27, 2011
By Katie Olson and Paris Walther
Due to the proposed state budget cuts, Decatur Independent School District is seeking solutions to alleviate the deficit. As a result, teachers are being asked to leave their electrical appliances, such as candle warmers, space heaters, fans and coffee pots, at home.
Get ready for the voices of the next generation
Published Thursday, March 17, 2011
By Messenger Staff
The Wise County Messenger has partnered with student journalists at Decatur High School for a program we are calling "Youth Spoken." As the name implies, it will offer these young people a voice on the pages of the Messenger.
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