Teressa Leffall, Staff Writer
May 12, 2014
Filed under News, Top Stories
Summit recently received a silver medal and was announced the 127th best high school in Texas, according to U.S. News and World Reports.
The U.S. News and World Report rankings include data on nearly 20,000 high schools in...
Fathima Baig, Staff Writer
April 11, 2014
Filed under Academics, News
At the end of the year when everything just feels like it’s dragging on and on, high school seniors come across a made up disease known as Senioritis. This usually occurs the last couple of months of their second semester. Senioritis...
Mia Williams, Editor
April 8, 2014
Filed under Academics, News
The MISD Board of Education had a meeting on April 1 to discuss a new system for taking the AP tests. Prior to this meeting, any student who took the AP test was exempt from the final corresponding with it. Now, the district has...
Bethany Darwin, Editor
April 4, 2014
Filed under News
Prom dress: $350. Shoes to match dress: $100. Hair, nails, and makeup: $250. Having a memorable night: priceless.
"Prom is one of the major staples of senior year," senior Caroline Rodgers said. "When I have kids and they ask...
Vin Nguyen, Staff Writer
April 3, 2014
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Months before prom, students are beginning to look for their dream prom attire. After purchasing it, they’re overwhelmed with the fact that they might not be able to attend prom due to the cost of the prom ticket itself.
“The...
Mia Williams, Staff Writer
March 27, 2014
Filed under Academics, News
For the past 14 years, Algebra 2 has been part of the recommended graduation plan for high school students. Starting with the class of 2018, it will no longer be a requirement.
Although this may seem like good news to those...
Teressa Leffall, Staff Writer
March 24, 2014
Filed under News
This year has been one of the harshest winters the Metroplex has endured. Due to weather-related issues, Mansfield ISD has canceled a total of three school days. Since it’s required to make up the missed hours of school, Mansfield...
Fathima Baig, Staff Writer
March 24, 2014
Filed under News
Summit High School’s Spanish club decided it’s time to give back to the community. The kids, as well as Ruben Mascarenas the teacher in charge of the club, started an ESL program where the students’ parents are given a chance...
Makaela McCoy, Staff Writer
February 6, 2014
Filed under News, Top Stories
The special education students are selling hot chocolate and coffee all day, everyday in D18. They have various types of condiments such as flavored creamers, marshmallows, and whipped cream. They are raising money not only for...
Fathima Baig, Staff Writer
February 3, 2014
Filed under News
Two of Summits assistant principals, Dr. Gammell and Mr. Trammell, have been replaced. Gammell was promoted to being principal at T.A. Howard Middle School while Mrs. Davis-Martin is taking her place.
“I sure do hope my...
Janetha Miller and Makaela McCoy, Staff Writers
January 27, 2014
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The week you’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. That’s right, ladies and gentlemen. It’s Frog Week. A week full of fun, excitement, food and a messy pep rally is coming soon. Frog Week will be held from Feb. 3...
Josh Martella, Staff Writer
December 5, 2013
Filed under News, Sports, Top Stories
Summit has a possibility to become 5A again for the first time in four years. The catch: the University Interscholastic League will also be creating a sixth division, 6A.
There were rumors of the addition throughout the summer...
