Review: Spettacolo
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
May 18, 2012
The energy of Spettacolo might sneak up on the audience, but its power never dies throughout the entire show. The annual percussion show, whose name is Italian for “show,” features musicians of all levels—from elementary school students to parents. The show opens with quiet narration... Read More
Review: Music Corporation Presents SING 2012
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
May 4, 2012
Thursday night the Dr. Doyle Dean Performing Arts Center was alive with the sound of 20 of the most talented voices in town. It was the first night of the 34th annual SING concert, where Music Corporation put on a moving, professional show. Made up of 20 songs, the show embodied the feelings... Read More
Maelyn Schramm: Writing Across the Community
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
May 3, 2012
Maelyn Schramm hadn’t expected to win the internship with the Dallas Morning News when she applied. But she had nothing to lose and everything to gain. Schramm walked into editors’ period that day, unaware that she was the new Dallas Morning News intern. Sponsor Terry Quinn was the one... Read More
Senior Class President Candidate: Chris Picklesimer
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
April 9, 2012
Wildcat Tales: What made you want to run for SCP? Chris Picklesimer: As cliché as this may sound, I simply want to make a difference. Plano is such a great town, and Plano is the best school in the best town, so I feel that I should do my part to help out. On the road that we’ve been going... Read More
HOSA Members Stitch Up Competition
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
March 1, 2012
National competitions are in sight for members of the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) chapter. This past weekend, students attended a competition to try to advance to the state and national levels. The competition this weekend encompassed many events. There were emergency preparedness... Read More
Soaring to the top (of the scale)
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
February 16, 2012
Becoming an opera singer isn’t something Leigh McGuill ever thought she would be considering as a career. However, when her teacher, Broadway veteran David Gaschen tested her range and discovered how high McGuill could sing, she knew it was what she wanted. “I think she... Read More
To watch or not to watch?
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
January 19, 2012
People don’t have time to keep up with things on the same schedule the networks air programs. That’s why there are now a variety of ways to watch television. “When I turn the TV on, I just watch whatever’s on,” senior Sara Bynum said. “Sometimes it’s Disney,... Read More
A Work of Heart (and Hands)
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
November 15, 2011
Peyton Kennedy: Interested in art for as long as she can remember, senior Peyton Kennedy is exploring her future career through Graphic Design. “I’ve always loved shapes and color,” Kennedy said. “But I never began to think of it as a career until junior year.” ... Read More
Close-up on Ekaterina Kouznetsova
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
October 5, 2011
For Senior Ekaterina Kouznetsova, photography is more than just a hobby; it’s a passion. “Four years ago, I started doing culture photography while I was traveling,” Kouznetsova said. “When I got home, I continued with photo sessions and photo shoots with people.” ... Read More
Homecoming Princess Nominee: Catherine Edmonson
Emma Barishman, Staff Writer
October 4, 2011
Q: How do you feel about being elected? A: Super pumped! this is a huge honor and I hope to make Plano proud! Q: What are you most excited for about being on court? A: I am in love with Plano, so meeting new people and laughing along the way. I am ready for this journey because I have amazing... Read More