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The Eagle's Tale
The online newspaper of Canyon High School

The Eagle's Tale
The online newspaper of Canyon High School

The Eagle's Tale
Caroline Ragland

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter

Hi guys! I’m Caroline, and this is my fourth year in the journalism program and my third year writing for The Eagle’s Tale. I am so excited to get back to working for the paper and writing about the wonderful people here at Canyon High as a senior. When I’m not working on a story, you’ll find me in the Speech and Debate room. I compete in Cross Examination Debate, Original Oratory and sometimes Extemporaneous Speaking. In addition, I am also active in the Soaring Pride Band and a member of its Leadership Team. I’m a member of National Honor Society, National Quill and Scroll Honor Society and the National Speech and Debate Association. I am so proud to be a part of the n newspaper staff this year, and I can’t wait to spend my last year at CHS in the newsroom. 

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Freshman Kale Cameron blocks the ball in the freshman Canyon vs Perryton basketball game. Cameron became the valedictorian of the class of 2024 beginning this year. "I make sure to prioritize my goals," Cameron said. "Balancing sports and school can get crazy sometimes, but I know it will help me later."

Kale Cameron

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 25, 2021
Sophomore Shaylin Schulte participates in basketball, track and golf in addition to standing as the sophomore class valedictorian. In her freshman year, Schulte was ranked second, but became first after the second semester of last year. "I wasn't expecting to become valedictorian," Schulte said. "It was a big surprise because I wasn't aiming for that. Now, I want to keep this standing for the rest of high school. Being number one is about doing your work and staying focused."

Shaylin Schulte

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 25, 2021
Junior Abigail Bell conducts during the halftime show at the Borger vs. Canyon game. Bell became the class of 2022 valedictorian following her 8th grade year. "School has always been an important aspect of my life, but it's not the only part," Bell said. "Taking care of yourself, having friends and being involved is just as important as having high grades. It can be difficult to balance all of this, but it is worth it."

Abigail Bell

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 25, 2021
Senior Danielle Burns bats at Senior Night against Dumas. Burns, who is senior class valedictorian, throws shot put in addition to playing softball. "It's about finding a balance," Burns said. "The kinds of classes I take are challenging, but that's what makes the high school experience. I know when I walk across the stage at graduation, I am going to be proud of everything I have done."

Danielle Burns

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 25, 2021
The four valedictorians, freshman Kale Cameron, sophomore Shaylin Schulte, junior Abigail Bell and senior Danielle Burns, stand in their respective team uniform. Each valedictorian is involved with at least two other activities in addition to their academic pursuits. "Time management is important," Bell said. "Setting priorities and keeping them is the best way to stay ahead. It's about consistency and not trying to do too much. Know your limits."

Valedictorian advice

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 25, 2021
Before competing at regionals, the team gathers together in the rain. Senior Chloe Fierro said the track meet was fun. "I did long jump," Fierro said. "We worked really hard to get here. I'm excited for the trip."

Unified Track Team advances to State meet

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
April 26, 2021
Senior Ryan Cox and freshman Liam Stayton argue about their strategy in a mock debate. The pair competed at the UIL State Championships over spring break, winning two of their rounds. "We practice Tuesdays and Thursdays after school," Cox said. "We put in so many hours because we want to be the best possible. Even though we work hard, we always try to keep it light. We're always laughing and making fun of each other. That's just as important as the work."

Duo compete in Cross Examination State Championships virtually

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
March 30, 2021
Senior Elizebeth Daeley works on her project for Wayland Baptist University’s Language and Culture Festival in AP Spanish IV. Students have the option to perform skits, poetry reading, extemporaneous speaking, dance, music, art and songs. Daeley created an alebrije, a mythical spirit guide in Hispanic cultures. "I didn't want to make a traditional project," Daeley said. "I wanted to be more fun and creative. I decided to create a dinosaur parrot bunny. I enjoy this class; it's fun learning about my own culture."

Photo of the Week: Creative Cultura

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
March 12, 2021
Varsity cheerleaders and seniors Halee Owen and Grayson Prather cheer alongside fellow squad members. Students interested in joining the cheer squads should join the Google Classroom using the code dnr5pom. All current juniors, sophomores and freshmen are welcome at tryouts. Incoming freshmen from the 2021-2022 school year are welcome to come to tryout as well.

Cheer tryouts begin Sunday, March 7

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
March 5, 2021
Ablest terms are outdated and are offensive to all people, whether targeted at individuals with intellectual disabilities or not. Using such terms can cause lasting damage to people with learning problems. Although not a new discussion, it is time to finally say goodbye to the word "retard."

It is time to finally stop using intellectual slurs

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
February 22, 2021
The Class of 2011 scholarship--which is sponsored by an anonymous Canyon High graduate--until Wednesday, March 31. The scholarship is available exclusively to Canyon High seniors and requires students to submit a cumulative GPA, class rank, ACT or SAT score, expected family contribution to college tuition and students’ planned area of study and college.

Canyon High graduate sponsors $500 scholarship for seniors

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
February 16, 2021
Canyon ISD updates attendance policy

Canyon ISD updates attendance policy

Hannah Backus and Caroline Ragland
February 10, 2021
Assistant principals Blake Hurst and Eric Gomez storm out of the Eagle’s Tunnel while members of the Soaring Pride Band Drumline perform a cadence. The duo have worked together at Canyon High for the last two years, earning themselves the title of 'The Boys.’ As Hurst moves to lead Sundown Lane Elementary as principal next year, The Boys reflect on their time together. “When I think back in the day of principals, I think of getting sent to the office and getting in trouble,” Hurst said. “We wanted to change the perspective of discipline. We deal with the positive. We make positive phone calls, and we want to be approachable. We care about kids, whether they’re in trouble or not.”

Sun sets for iconic duo

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
January 20, 2021
The theme of the dance is "Hollywood" and the commons will be decorated in gold and black. Seniors voted for awards to be presented during the dance, such as Best Dressed, Worst Driver, Cutest Couple and Most Likely to Become President.

Seniors celebrate high school experiences at senior dinner dance Saturday, Jan. 9

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
January 7, 2021
Recipes for ...

Recipes for …

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2020
... a cold winter day

… a cold winter day

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2020
... a festive mood

… a festive mood

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2020
... Christmas Eve cheer

… Christmas Eve cheer

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2020
Students and staff can decrease the threat of COVID-19 by sanitizing frequently. Teachers are required to sanitize tables, chairs and utensils between classes.

COVID-19 brings new challenges, solutions to Canyon High

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2020
Hannah Stuart

Hannah Stuart

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
November 6, 2020
Are we really all in this together?

Are we really all in this together?

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
November 5, 2020
Canyon High School National Honor Society inducts 71 new members at ceremony Nov. 3. A video and photos will be available to family and friends to celebrate this accomplishment with their new inductee.

National Honor Society hosts annual induction ceremony

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
November 4, 2020
For the safety of students and staff, Canyon schools experienced a two-hour delay Tuesday, Oct. 27 and a snow day Wednesday, Oct. 28. A total of 4.5 inches fell across the Amarillo area on Wednesday setting a new Oct. 28 record for snowfall.

Photo of the Week: Thundersnow strikes again

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
October 30, 2020
All candy reviewed by The Eagle's Tale staff is available for purchase at both Walmart and Amazon for $2–$16.

(Media) More tricks than treats

Brooklyn Pernell and Laura Gill
October 30, 2020
All candy reviewed by The Eagle's Tale staff is available for purchase at both Walmart and Amazon for $2–$16.

Members of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes meet in a small group to discuss strategies to follow Christ at their first meeting in September. FCA meets on the football field at 6 p.m. every Monday, and all Christian denominations are welcome.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes seeks to bring faith to the game

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
October 21, 2020
Homecoming is Friday, Oct. 2. The Canyon Eagles will play Levelland Lobos at Happy State Bank Stadium.

Staff reporter comments on the necessity for Homecoming reform

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
October 1, 2020
Sophomore Brett Rose is in the first rotation of the Teen Mental Health Program. "The course is designed so you know how to help other people if they’re experiencing mental health issues," Rose said. "It is learning the signs of depression, anxiety, things that will cause them to harm themselves and actions that will help them."

Sophomores resume teen Mental Health First Aid training

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
September 29, 2020
Students can call 806-373-5124 to schedule their free photo session.

(Media) 2021 senior portrait date extended to Sept. 30

Blake Loria, Editor-in-Chief
September 2, 2020
Howard competed in Extemporaneous Speaking and Impromptu speaking, graduating from Canyon High in 2012.

From competitor to coach

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
September 1, 2020
The Soaring Pride Band marched 7.7 miles around Canyon this year during Marchathon.

Soaring Pride Band fundraises in annual Marchathon

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
August 28, 2020
Four staffers got together to compare the blue coconut-flavored snow cones from Sonic, SnoBall Stop and Oasis.

Syrup, surveys and snow cones

Caroline Ragland and Abigail Bell
June 8, 2020
The slogan for Harry Styles' upcoming tour is "Treat people with kindness," a message that has been featured on several items of merchandise.

In Case You Missed It: Styles’ ‘Fine Line’ delivers highs, lows

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
June 5, 2020
Erin Bell

Erin Bell

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 15, 2020
Jacob Douglas

Jacob Douglas

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 14, 2020
As a form of aerobic exercise, running can reduce stress and improve heart health.

New Year’s resolutions into new realities

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2020
Senior Rebekah Higgins and her culinary arts teacher Carrie-Anne Stanglin discuss Higgins' ballots from the Cupcake Battle competition.

Senior ‘rises’ to challenge in cupcake competition, places fifth in state

Caroline Ragland and Claire Meyer
April 13, 2020
Students, staff share thoughts, experiences during COVID-19 pandemic

Students, staff share thoughts, experiences during COVID-19 pandemic

Blake Loria, Kodi Hicks, and Caroline Ragland
March 31, 2020
The boys basketball team celebrates their win against Levelland in the their Jan. 17 game. After a loss to Levelland Feb. 2, the Eagles defeated the Lobos again Feb. 21 to claim the district title.

Boys basketball finishes season as district champions

Kayce Nelson and Caroline Ragland
March 6, 2020
The ACT consists of 215 multiple-choice questions in varying school subjects.

Juniors to take ACT on campus Tuesday, Feb. 25

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
February 21, 2020
Trash is scattered around the commons after both lunches.

Throw away the problem

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
February 20, 2020
The Student Takeover was originally scheduled for Tuesday.

Student Takeover rescheduled for Monday, Feb. 10

Caroline Ragland and Abigail Bell
February 10, 2020
iCreate was previously held at Canyon High for two years, but the upcoming event will be held at Randall High Saturday, April 18.

iCreate set for Saturday, April 18

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2020
The Glow Crazy Neon Dance is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1.

Glow Crazy Neon Dance set for Feb. 1

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
January 29, 2020
President Donald Trump speaks to supporters at a rally in Des Moines, Iowa.

Impeachment process moves forward

Blake Loria and Caroline Ragland
January 15, 2020
The slogan for Harry Styles' upcoming tour is "Treat people with kindness," a message that has been featured on several items of merchandise.

Styles’ ‘Fine Line’ delivers highs, lows

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
January 8, 2020
Freshman Micaela Cruz placed 9th overall in the flute section.

(Media) 63 students make All-Region Band

Abigail Bell, Managing Editor
December 19, 2019
Junior Lisa Kelch practices her audition music for the Pre-Area competition.

18 qualify for Area choir audition

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2019
Ethan Ryder

Ethan Ryder

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
December 5, 2019
"Jojo Rabbit" tells a coming-of-age-story set in World War II Germany.

‘Jojo Rabbit’ gives movie-goers needed laughs, lessons

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
December 4, 2019
Junior Raylee Bain returns the ball to Lamesa during the Oct. 18 game.

Volleyball team finishes season as area champions

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2019
Junior Landon Finke practices music for the All-Region choir concert with student teacher Kyle Worley.

33 sing with All-Region Choir, advance to Pre-Area Auditions

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
November 12, 2019
After winning the Swisher Electric Co-op contest, sophomore Josiah Kinsky will travel to Washington D.C. June 17-26 .

Sophomore places first in speech contest, wins free trip to Washington, DC

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
October 22, 2019
Students will return Tuesday, Oct. 15 on collaboration bell schedule.

Fall break set for Oct. 11-14

Caroline Ragland and Blake Loria
October 10, 2019
Jacque Green congratulates daughter Lily Green on the sidelines after Lily was crowned homecoming queen prior to the football game against Big Spring.

Green crowned queen

Caroline Ragland and Staff
October 10, 2019
All grade levels are invited to vote for homecoming queen and king in their google classroom.

Homecoming court announced, final voting begins

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
September 30, 2019
The TV show "Friends" debuted Sept. 22, 1994.

Friends forever?

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
September 23, 2019
The volleyball team practices first period in preparation for their game against Amarillo High.

(Media) Volleyball team plays Amarillo High, prepares for district

Alayshea Stewart, Staff Reporter
September 17, 2019
Students caught with a vape or Juul on school property will receive up to five days in ISS.

New state nicotine laws affect vape rules across district

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
September 9, 2019
Hamilton centers around Alexander Hamilton played by Joseph Morgan and Aaron Burr played by Nik Walker.

A revolutionary musical

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
August 29, 2019
A lockdown drill in second period will begin safety day.

Safety Day drills Friday, Aug. 23

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
August 23, 2019
Students throw powder at beginning of the color run fundraiser in support of the Tatum Tough Foundation.

Sophomores continue ‘legacy of giving’ with Tatum Tough color run

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2019
The varsity choir rehearses Monday afternoon for their annual variety show concert.

Choir, band to perform end of year concerts

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
May 13, 2019
Team members say one of the best parts of Special Olympics Unified is forming friendships with other students.

Special Olympics Unified brings students together

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2019
The UIL academic team earned the District 3-4A championship Friday, March 29 at West Texas A&M University.

UIL academic team wins district championship, to compete at regional meet April 12-13

Caroline Ragland and Staff
April 12, 2019
The Ragland family owns many concert T-shirts, such as this one from a Fleetwood Mac concert.

Classic songs tell timeless stories

Caroline Ragland, Staff Reporter
April 1, 2019
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