C351. Very few people understand the importance of that classroom. To some it’s just the yearbook room, others know it as Mac Pubs, but everyone on staff knows it as home. There was never a more accepting,...
As the oldest high school in the district, an abundance of eerie things have occurred within Mac’s walls over the years. From teachers hearing strange noises, to students seeing moving figures, or even...
In further attempts to ensure the safety of the students at their high schools, the District has implemented a new policy that fencing needs to surround the campus, but there are already dilemmas with...
Every year, every semester there is a victim to the words “class failed”, “did not pass class”, “student is failing a class”, or “student is failing.” All these phrases are something every student has faced at least once with either a bad class grade, a bad test score, or simply daily class work. Here are some ways to avoid failing a class:
In NEISD, teachers are able to create their own grading policies. Inside of that idea, teachers are able to lower and raise the percentage of accountability for each subcategory; like tests, quizzes, daily...
As I first walked past the General MacArthur arch on my first day of high school, an intimidating senior guy approached me and said directly to my face, "Hey little girl, kindergarten's that way." Smiling...
With future high school careers and college life depending on the scores made from test, it is easy to lose one's self to the superiority of knowlege. However, that does not mean that having fun...
This year marks sixty years for MacArthur's campus, and while there have been many changes, one thing, or person, has remained consistent. Linda Emory, Assistant Principal's Secretary, moved and started...
Finally, Congress has realized that trendy short term subsidies and budget cuts don't work, unless if it's across the board.
An ultimatum has been issued; Congress must reach an agreement on 2011 spending...
Shane Kleinbeck (12) and Tennessee University photo by Helen Downs
As one of the top ranked swimmers in the state, record holder in the 1000 free, and winner of countless races during his high school...
"My name is Frida, I'm 14 years old, I decided to take journalism because I wanted to try out something different and because I love photography. I love practicing soccer with my friends, and I enjoy watching...
"Hello, I am the lead producer/photographer for Mac Student Media. One of my favorite things to do is playing inde Video Games like silksong or PEAK. I also watch a lot of videos on youtube about editing,...
"I'm a sophomore and I study journalism. One of my hobbies is diamond painting, and I also like to help out at my church with the kids. I really enjoy spending time with my family, and a cool thing about...
"I am a sophomore and this is my first year in Mac Media. I'm a member of the Student Council, and my goal this year is to get in touch with the student body and become a fantastic news writer. In my free...