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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 Connerstone 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
Grove at a Glance: Oct. 28 - Nov. 1
Grove at a Glance: Oct. 28 – Nov. 1
October 28, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Oct. 21 - Oct. 25
Grove at a Glance: Oct. 21 – Oct. 25
October 21, 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 Connerstone 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
Grove at a Glance: Nov. 4 - Nov. 8
Grove at a Glance: Nov. 4 – Nov. 8
November 4, 2024
Fingers poised, Junior Deepshika Tulum, paints elementary students cheeks. Tulum volunteered at the Cockrell County Fair with NAHS.
Column: The History of Halloween
October 31, 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
In the air, No. 1 junior Cam Newton hurdles over the opposing defender. Newton is number 1 running back in 5A district. Walnut Grove is 2nd in the 5A district ranking after the win over Denison
Varsity football dominates Homecoming opponent 49-21
October 1, 2024
Senior Chloe Moore helps No. 32 on the Little Elm varsity team. Walnut Grove played against Little Elm Sep. 7. The player had a hamstring issue and Moore ran out to help and made sure people stayed away, so the athlete could have space. “One of my favorite things about this program is being able to see the injured athletes go back and play the game that they love,” Moore said.
On the sidelines
September 13, 2024
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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
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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
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
Hands together, No. 1 sophomore Lauren Aguilar prepares to hit the incoming volleyball. Aguilar also had 3 assits.
Volleyball falls short in close match
October 16, 2024
In the air, No. 1 junior Cam Newton hurdles over the opposing defender. Newton is number 1 running back in 5A district. Walnut Grove is 2nd in the 5A district ranking after the win over Denison
Varsity football dominates Homecoming opponent 49-21
October 1, 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
The Student News Site of Walnut Grove High School

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The Student News Site of Walnut Grove High School

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Maddie Karmun-Lanza

Maddie Karmun-Lanza, Photojournalist

Maddie Karmun-Lanza is a senior at Walnut Grove High School. This is her second year on a newspaper team. Maddie is also a part of the Executive Student Council and a spirit leader. Outside of school, she enjoys hanging out with her friends and family, going to school events, and traveling.

All content by Maddie Karmun-Lanza
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Netflix’s ‘Monsters’ series revives debate on the Menendez brothers’ case

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
October 30, 2024
The 2024 senior homecoming court candidates are Maggie Williams and Leon Krasniqi, Aly Kuhn and Jax Stewart, Quinn Wolfe and Jack Jones and Maylee Stankiewicz and Jackson Shukis.

Insight into the HOCO Court ambitions

Maddie Karmun-Lanza, Reporter
September 25, 2024
Grove Fest at a glance: everything you need to know

Grove Fest at a glance: everything you need to know

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
May 9, 2024
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.

Student council to host Teddy Bear Toss

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
February 6, 2024
Ready to pass the ball, No. 1 freshman Ava Kim tries to outrun Sachse player. The Walnut Grove varsity girls soccer team played against Sachse High School Tuesday, Jan. 9. Walnut Grove players wore orange ribbons in their hair to support Leukemia Awareness.

Varsity Girls Play First Home Game Against Sachse High School, 1-4

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
January 20, 2024

Sports for Dummies ep. 1: Football

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
October 27, 2023
Both hand in the air, sophomore Danielle Whitmire preapres to set the ball to her fellow teammate. Whitmire is a setter and plays right side of the court.“I like to set because it gives me a sense of leadership on the court,” Whitmire said. “I get to run plays and run the offense.”

Varsity volleyball player sets new school record

Maddie Karmun-Lanza and Myla Ray
October 11, 2023
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