The student newspaper and broadcast of Cedar Park High School

The Wolfpack

The student newspaper and broadcast of Cedar Park High School

The Wolfpack

The student newspaper and broadcast of Cedar Park High School

The Wolfpack

Actively engaging in a conversation with her students, AP English IV teacher Michelle Iskra teaches her students about the importance of reading multiple stories to get proper context. Iskra is one of the teachers who implemented an approach designed to prevent academic dishonesty, and said she believes everyone should work together to ensure an honest academic policy for students. “I think everyone [plays] a role in minimizing academic dishonesty,” Iskra said. “I’m very straightforward about it. But, I also give students many opportunities to show me what they can do, to be successful in their own way, and to work with other students collaboratively in terms of thinking and ideas, and then to prepare their own work.”

Are You Cheating on Me?

Ruchi Sankolli, Assistant Editor September 5, 2021

After a year of being online, students find themselves, once again, having to adjust to the academic environment of schooling. Getting up early, having to go to class in-person,and testing are just some...

Illustrated above is a painting depicting a howling T-Wolf in the library. The yearly artwork created by students is displayed in the library. Art is something that moves me, Deruiter said. During the club meetings my favorite art activities are acrylic pours, tiny paintings and free drawing.

Get With the Pack

Isaiah Prophet, Reporter August 31, 2021

Finding a community to call one's own can be challenging no matter what grade. Students have always had the opportunity to explore their interests and discover new hobbies by joining numerous clubs available...

Next year, sophomore Ryan Green is planning to start a geography club that both geography amateurs and experts can enjoy. The geography club is a worthwhile time for anyone who’s willing to participate. The more people that join, the more fun everyone will have discussing and researching geography together.

Around The World

Jaden Kolenbrander, Reporter May 27, 2021

Testing your memory with geography bees.  Learning about far-flung locations from the greatest ancient landmarks of history to remote villages in the Sahara. Using deduction and intuition to pinpoint...

Summer is a time for fun, warm weather and spending time with family and friends. I cant wait to finally be able to see more people this summer, junior Sarah Johnson said. I havent really been able to see my family as much as I wanted too due to COVID, why is why this summer will be special.

Suntime Funtime

Isaiah Prophet, Reporter May 25, 2021

High temperatures, ice cream and vacations all over the country. Summertime is approaching fast, and with it comes the promise of relaxation and a break from responsibility. Hopefully, with the turn of...

Focusing on the path in front, senior Meghan Wilcox competes at the state track meet on May 7. Wilcox participated in multiple events, including 200m and long jump, and placed third in the 100m. “The 100m [has] always been my favorite,” Wilcox said. “It’s always pushed me to perfect my running and push myself to my top speeds. It’s also just a lot of fun to run that fast since you can’t maintain top speed past a 100m.”

Track Trek

Morgan Kasel, Assistant Editor May 18, 2021

Legs pumping, heart pounding, senior Meghan Wilcox pushes past the other competitors, the finish line in sight. After working to become the best she can be for the past few years, Wilcox will continue...

Holding their flags, the color guard performs in the gym. Although the varsity team did not make it to finals this year, according to senior color guard member Bolt Gonzalez, the color guard was able to overcome many challenges, including virtual competitions. 
“We are all [in] guard to learn new things and be challenged so we are happy with the progress we have made this year,” Gonzalez said. “It sucks a little not having in-person competitions and performing in a mask is difficult at times but we can still be together and, to me, that’s what counts.” 

The Show Must Go On

Morgan Kasel, Assistant Editor April 29, 2021

As the school year has progressed, many organizations and programs have found ways to overcome COVID-19 challenges and regulations, including the color guard. While the winter season has looked a little...

During DEN, the Black Student Union discuss what activities to plan for the month. They met up to discuss how they are going to recruit new members, since most of them are graduating this year. One of the members of the club, Junior Raniya Laneau, said that she is grateful for the meetings because she gets to talk about how to get scholarships for black students and college advice. We just talked about the BLM protest that happened last year and we also talked about famous Black figures and what they contributed to the world, Laneau said.

African American Heritage Club to Black Student Union

Rachana Kommineni, Reporter April 12, 2021

The president of the Black Student club, senior Stella Shipps, joined the club her sophomore year when it was called African American Heritage Club. At that time, there were around five members, but it...

Participants of the HOSA Trivia Night, including HOSA members, smile at the camera over Zoom. HOSA hosted this Trivia Night as part of a fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and collected close to $170. President Aashna Ravi is grateful for the support and to those to participated. “I would definitely say that the Trivia Night was a success, seeing that this was not only the first time we were doing it, but given that it was held virtually,” Ravi said. “As a team, we feel that this is a great event that we can continue to build upon in years to come, as we transition back into person, and one that will be successful in raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. We appreciate all of the students who supported and donated their time to the event and also wanted to thank the organizations that offered hours to make this event a success.”

Giving Back Together

Ruchi Sankolli, Reporter April 1, 2021

Organizing events and dedicating themselves to bringing change, various clubs and honor societies have been giving back to their community through various kinds of activities. Whether it be for raising...

Just before starting her culinary competition, Cupcake Battle, senior Lexi Paull poses with her fellow cooks at Regionals in Corpus Christi on Jan. 29. Paull competed against one other person and won with her spice cupcakes and cherry tree display. “[Before the competition] I was stressed,” Paull said. “I felt like I had to get first place since I only went up against one other person. My heart was beating so fast my Apple Watch notified me saying that my heart rate was abnormal and that it was concerned for me. But, I also felt confident. I had an amazing, flavorful cupcake with a good design, but I definitely could’ve done better, and I will make sure to do that for State.”

Building a Bright Future

Ally JohnPress, Reporter March 31, 2021

Culinary. Interior Design. Ready Set Teach. Fashion Design. These are just a few of the classes FCCLA, or Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, encompasses. Each class offers a range of opportunities...

Debby Barnes and her dog Pepper running through a Chances course. According to Barnes, because this course is difficult, it feels more rewarding when they are able to complete it.  I like Chances because its the hardest, so when we do one correctly it is extra exciting, Barnes said.

The Secret Life of the Librarian: Dog Training

Kaiya Wilkinson, Reporter March 12, 2021

While some people think Debby Barnes is a librarian by day and night, many don’t know that she has a secret talent; she’s a dog trainer. Not only that, but her miniature Australian shepherd, Pepper,...

Jared Lippe, the PALS teacher, experienced COVID-19 firsthand. I certainly had a mix of emotions when I first learned that I tested positive, said Lippe. These ranged from being angry and annoyed that I still caught it after being extremely careful for so many months, all the way to feeling absolutely grateful that my symptoms werent as bad as others.

An Experience With COVID-19

Kaiya Wilkinson, Reporter March 5, 2021

It seems as if everyday a Remind message is sent out informing students and parents that there has been yet another positive COVID-19 case on campus. As of Jan. 29, the LISD COVID dashboard shows that...

The CPHS campus covered in snow. On Feb. 14, Leander School District called classes off for a period that lasted over a week as students and teachers suffered power outages. The water supply to my house was cut off for two days, sophomore Caleb Taylor said. Power came back on the midnight of Feb. 16.

The Big Freeze

Jaden Kolenbrander, Reporter March 4, 2021

Cedar Park was engulfed in cold weather from Feb. 12-22, with temperatures dipping into the single digits. This has been amid a polar vortex that has created record lows across America.  Some Texans...

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