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Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 - Dec. 20
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 – Dec. 20
December 16, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 9 - Dec. 13
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 9 – Dec. 13
December 9, 2024
On the ground, Student Council Vice President Jocelyn Johnson and member Maylee Stankiewicz decorate the wagon student council will use in the parade. The parade will take place tomorrow at 11:45 during Grove Time. All toys and donations will be sent to Conerstone Church.
Annual Christmas toy-drive to donate toys for Cornerstone Church
November 20, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Nov. 18-22
Grove at a Glance: Nov. 18-22
November 18, 2024
The sound of scissors fills the room as historian Jeongmin Lee and members Mya Beaty and Mrithika Kathiraven make decorations for their NAHS Halloween party. This happened on Oct. 25, and the club finished its mural and started other pieces, like a shoe painting.
Art, Service, Community
November 5, 2024
Sofie Van Voorthuizen molds the clay carefully with her hands, shaping her vision to form.
Bridging Worlds: Exchange student’s experience
December 17, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 - Dec. 20
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 – Dec. 20
December 16, 2024
Arms stretched out, senior Kylie Barnes shakes her poms as she cheers on varsity football at their senior night game against Newman Smith. "Nothing can top performing in front of a stadium full of people," Barnes said. This photo was taken by Scott Albrecht, Silver Elites photographer.
Cats out of Class: Kylie Barnes
December 13, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 9 - Dec. 13
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 9 – Dec. 13
December 9, 2024
As the PCIS Year 2 students listen, senior Sivashnu Murthy gives his Fall Presentation. He was assigned to speak about an organization making an impact in the community. He chose to learn about the McKinney Art Commission.
Senior PCIS student pursues passion for neuroscience
December 3, 2024
Arms around neck, junior Cole Johnson tries to gain control of his opponent.
Wrestling holds tournament at home
December 12, 2024
Ball in the air, No. 2 freshman Hayes Hackney throws the ball before getting sacked by the opposing defender. Hackney threw for a total of 329 yards.
Walnut Grove defeated in the third round of playoffs against Argyle, 52-34
December 2, 2024
Foot raised high, No. 97 freshman Kristopher Williams celebrates after tackling opposing player. Willams finished the game with 2 tackles.
Varsity football wins over Melissa 37-28 and places first in district standing
November 4, 2024
Surrounded by teammates, No. 1 junior Cameron Newton celebrates with fellow teammates after scoring a touchdown. Newton ran for a total of 293 yards to end the game against Anna. Newton scored 3 touchdowns with 27 carries.
Walnut loses to former State Champions Anna High School, 55-41
October 21, 2024
Smiles on their faces, the varsity tennis team celebrates their district win. They were each given individual medals along with a district trophy.
Varsity and JV tennis secure district win
October 7, 2024
Photos used from Vanity Fair and New York Times. A digitally constructed image.
Netflix’s ‘Monsters’ series revives debate on the Menendez brothers’ case
October 30, 2024
Rating New Fall Drinks
Rating New Fall Drinks
September 19, 2024
Top 5 Best 2024 Met Gala Looks
Top 5 Best 2024 Met Gala Looks
May 16, 2024
This image shows a girl, sitting at a desk with a lot of makeup products, in front of a large phone. The TIkTok image is pointing to the “Buy Now” button on the giant phone. Digital image created on Canva.
Sephora Ten-Year-Old Crisis: Social Media to cause children to grow up fast
May 2, 2024
The NFL (Taylor's Version)
The NFL (Taylor’s Version)
February 6, 2024
Photos used from Vanity Fair and New York Times. A digitally constructed image.
Netflix’s ‘Monsters’ series revives debate on the Menendez brothers’ case
October 30, 2024
Focused, junior Kari Arder works to prepare the fabric for stitching. "[Fashion Design] is one of my classes that I get to be the most creative in, which is nice," Arder said. Arder plans on pursuing a career in the fashion industry. "Maybe the business side of fashion," Arder said. "Probably not design though."
Fashion Design contributes sewing services
September 26, 2024
Striding across the stage, Sophie Kim belts out the popular song, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody.”
Singers take the stage “Step By Step”
February 29, 2024
This graphic depicts some of our favorite scenes from the very best Romantic Comedies on our curated 14 Valentine's Day movie list.
14 Movies to Watch This Valentine’s
February 5, 2024
To the beat, Elizabeth Fasesimi sings and dances with the cast. Fasesimi, dressed in a bright red dress with a rainbow hair and tail, plays Mayzie the bird in Seussical the Musical. Mayzie sings many songs troughout the Musical, such as "How Lucky You Are" and the closing song "Green Eggs and Ham".
Seussical The Musical Performs at Walnut Grove
January 26, 2024
Arms around neck, junior Cole Johnson tries to gain control of his opponent.
Wrestling holds tournament at home
December 12, 2024
Ball in the air, No. 2 freshman Hayes Hackney throws the ball before getting sacked by the opposing defender. Hackney threw for a total of 329 yards.
Walnut Grove defeated in the third round of playoffs against Argyle, 52-34
December 2, 2024
Foot raised high, No. 97 freshman Kristopher Williams celebrates after tackling opposing player. Willams finished the game with 2 tackles.
Varsity football wins over Melissa 37-28 and places first in district standing
November 4, 2024
Prepared to run, No. 34 senior Antonie Van tonder runs after catching the kickoff. Van tonder finished the night with 65 yards and 16 return yards.
Walnut secures postion in playoffs
October 29, 2024
Surrounded by teammates, No. 1 junior Cameron Newton celebrates with fellow teammates after scoring a touchdown. Newton ran for a total of 293 yards to end the game against Anna. Newton scored 3 touchdowns with 27 carries.
Walnut loses to former State Champions Anna High School, 55-41
October 21, 2024
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
September 16, 2024
Define the Standard Ep. 1
Define the Standard Ep. 1
April 24, 2024
In Your Head Podcast Ep. 2
In Your Head Podcast Ep. 2
April 16, 2024
Toth Time ep. 6
Toth Time ep. 6
February 9, 2024
Toth Time ep. 5
Toth Time ep. 5
December 14, 2023
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
September 16, 2024
Toth Time ep. 6
Toth Time ep. 6
February 9, 2024
Toth Time ep. 5
Toth Time ep. 5
December 14, 2023
Toth Time ep. 3
Toth Time ep. 3
November 2, 2023
Toth Time ep. 6
Toth Time ep. 6
February 9, 2024
Toth Time Ep. 4
Toth Time Ep. 4
November 10, 2023
Sports for Dummies ep. 1: Football
Sports for Dummies ep. 1: Football
October 27, 2023
In Your Head ep. 1: Mental health in sports
In Your Head ep. 1: Mental health in sports
September 26, 2023
Toth Time ep. 2
Toth Time ep. 2
September 20, 2023
WG-TV
WG-TV season 1, ep. 2
October 31, 2023
WG-TV Season 1 Episode 1
WG-TV season 1, ep. 1
October 3, 2023
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Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 - Dec. 20

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief

December 16, 2024

Grove at a Glance: Dec. 9 - Dec. 13

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief

December 9, 2024

On the ground, Student Council Vice President Jocelyn Johnson and member Maylee Stankiewicz decorate the wagon student council will use in the parade. The parade will take place tomorrow at 11:45 during Grove Time. All toys and donations will be sent to Conerstone Church.
Grove at a Glance: Nov. 18-22

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief

November 18, 2024

The sound of scissors fills the room as historian Jeongmin Lee and members Mya Beaty and Mrithika Kathiraven make decorations for their NAHS Halloween party. This happened on Oct. 25, and the club finished its mural and started other pieces, like a shoe painting.

Kenna Thornton, Photo journalist

November 5, 2024

Grove at a Glance: Oct. 28 - Nov. 1

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief

October 28, 2024

Grove at a Glance: Oct. 21 - Oct. 25

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-Chief

October 21, 2024

Voting 101: Quick Guide to Voting

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief

October 17, 2024

Grove at a Glance: Oct. 14-18

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief

October 13, 2024

Smiles on their faces, the varsity tennis team celebrates their district win. They were each given individual medals along with a district trophy.
The officers pose for a picture in front of a poster made for Spanish Heritage Month, ready to start raising awareness of Spanish culture. In the picture is Gaby Mora, the Spanish Honors Society Club advisor, with her officers Andrea Gomez, Rebecca Gomez, John Reid Duran, Caleb Miller, Diego Perez-Mora, and Andre Fierro. This was taken in the language hallway in Walnut Grove High School.

Kenna Thornton, photojournalist

October 3, 2024

Grove at a Glance: Sept. 30 - Oct. 4
Standing in front of the band, senior Noah Sallaway, No. 24, raises his hand to honor the WGHS alma mater after an exciting win against Emerson High school Thursday., Sept. 12.

Ximena Castro Pinon, Copy Editor

September 19, 2024

Smile on his face, Braden Lopez receives a $200,000 scholarship to A&M University.

Ximena Castro Pinon, Copy Editor

September 9, 2024

Cheering the football team forward, the student section "whites out" against the Trojans. The Varsity football team played against Newman Smith last Friday and won 63-28. WGHS Varsity football will play Little Elm this week.

Ximena Castro Pinon, Copy Editor

September 5, 2024

Grove Fest at a glance: everything you need to know
Current president faces against 2020 rival candidate Donald Trump again in 2024 along with three other independant candidates including Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Cornel West, and Jill Stein. Created in canva.
The Pulsera Project booth consist of informational sheets, bracelet spreads, and the trifold board that travels with each school. The Pulsera Project stays at each school for two weeks before moving on to another state or district.
With the intention of bringing joy and comforting patients, the student council plans to donate stuffed animals to the Cooks Children’s Medical Center by hosting the Teddy Bear Toss, and collecting donations throughout the week. The Toss will be held on Feb. 6 during halftime of the varsity boys home game that begins at 7:15 p.m.
The Grove at a Glance Jan.29-Feb.4
Sophomore student fills out next years schedule before course selection close on Jan. 29, 2024.
To the beat, Elizabeth Fasesimi sings and dances with the cast. Fasesimi, dressed in a bright red dress with a rainbow hair and tail, plays Mayzie the bird in Seussical the Musical. Mayzie sings many songs troughout the Musical, such as "How Lucky You Are" and the closing song "Green Eggs and Ham".
The Grove at a Glance Jan.22-28

Claire Sample, Journalist

January 23, 2024

The Grove at a Glance Jan.15th-21st
Advisory Class Removed

Abigail Fleeman, Writer

January 16, 2024

Grove at a Glance Jan.7th-14th

Claire Sample, Journalist

January 9, 2024

The Grove at a Glance Jan.3-7

Claire Sample, Journalist

January 3, 2024

The Grove at a Glance Dec.10-Dec.31
The Grove at a Glance Dec.4 - Dec.10
Hardy's Cafe, run by the culinary program and head chefs Brett Claypoole and Matthew Denman, is officially open to the school. The cafe opened in October and is open on A-days in the morning, before school, and lunchtime, 12:30-2:30. Located by the culinary classrooms and kitchens, this establishment provides food for not just students and staff, but they offer catering services, and many other things.

Kenna Thornton, Business Manager

November 30, 2023

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