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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

Smiling for a photo, senior Jaya Philipose reflects on the faith and compassion that have guided her throughout high school. Through leadership in Fellowship of Christian Students (FCS) and choir, Philipose said she discovered a passion for helping others and plans to pursue psychology and counseling after graduation. “I’ve always loved talking to people and helping people however I can,” Philipose said. “I want to be someone people feel comfortable confiding in, especially when they're going through difficult times.” Photo courtesy of Jaya Philipose

Where Faith Leads

Kasandra Reynoso, Reporter May 26, 2026

Senior year is often described as a season of change, but for senior Jaya Philipose, it has also been a season of purpose. Between participating in multiple organizations, balancing academics and extracurriculars...

Standing with her “Gone to Texas” sign, senior Penelope Wilkinson poses for her senior photos after getting into the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in neuroscience. She is president of three clubs, a player on the district lacrosse team and is involved in several other extracurricular activities. “Whenever I do something good for my clubs or friends, just seeing their positive reaction really makes me feel good and like it’s worth it,” Wilkinson said. “It’s important to take time for yourself and focus on having good support systems and not just doing everything on your own.” Photo courtesy of Penelope Wilkinson

Brainpower In Motion

Jane Yermakov, Editor-in-Chief May 26, 2026

On most weekdays, senior Penelope Wilkinson’s day doesn’t end when the final bell rings. After hours spent balancing AP classes, honor societies and leadership meetings, she heads to lacrosse practice...

Celebrities dance team Captain Paulina Bodek smiles for a photo during her last season of Friday Night Lights. “I wanted everyone to have a good time on the team," Bodek said. “Even if they were there for different reasons, the community Celebs bring is like no other and something I will never forget.”

Leading With Heart

Audrey Garcia, Reporter May 20, 2026

Tears filled the Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage as the Cedar Park Celebrities formed their final circle, listening to heartfelt thanks from their seniors, including the dedicated captain, Paulina Bodek....

Senior Ben Gilsbach smiles for the camera to end his Senior year. Competing with culinary and fencing, Gilsbach wanted to share his knowledge with others for beginners as ProStart president and a fencing coach. “It’s a good way to refine my skills and enjoy culinary and fencing,” Gilsbach said. “It’s rewarding to be able to help share my experience with younger students.” Photo courtesy of Ben Gilsbach

A Full Platter Of Experience

Caius Asuncion, Reporter May 19, 2026

Pans clatter, fire crackles and oil sizzles as senior Benjamin Gilsbach and his co-chefs prepare a platter of meals to be enjoyed by many. Through the stressful time pressure, Gilsbach ends up cooking...

With his hands in his pockets, senior valedictorian Arjun Ram poses for a picture in his suit. Ram set out to be a well-rounded and high achieving individual, which is clear to see. He took numerous AP classes, participated in different clubs and honor societies, and even founded his own club. “In high school, curiosity drove me,” Ram said. “I always wanted to understand more and think deeper.” Photo courtesy of Arjun Ram

Pursuit of Distinction

Mykaela Tapia, Guest Reporter May 15, 2026

For the past four years, senior valedictorian Arjun Ram has worked hard to engage in school and sustain a high GPA. Despite the pressure of balancing one of the most rigorous schedules at school, he found...

Sitting on a fallen tree, senior Ben Akers will attend Southern Methodist University this coming fall to major in acting through the school’s Bachelor of Fine Arts program. Akers has devoted his high school years to the theater program and other theater organizations outside of school. “A lot of people wound up listening to me as one of the main people in the department, even though I was really young,” Akers said. “Learning how to balance friendships with professionalism has been a huge learning experience.” Photo courtesy of Danielle Walker

Cue the Cheers

Chris Nicholson, Guest Reporter May 14, 2026

Keeping in sync with his castmates, senior Ben Akers performs in the theater program's annual musical as audience members watch with rapt attention. Staying focused, he moves on to the next act with a...

Posing for a picture, senior varsity volleyball player Joy Udoye takes her collegiate commitment photos for Stanford University. Udoye is a starter and outside hitter and also plays for the Austin Skyline Volleyball club. “I just love getting to compete at a high level,” Udoye said. “I think that pressure situation is where I thrive. I really enjoy tight matches, where it’s down to the wire, and you have to really give your all. That’s what I love about volleyball.” Photo Courtesy of Joy Udoye

Set, Strive, Stanford

Addison LoSurdo, Reporter May 13, 2026

Her arm cocks back, elbow high, then snaps forward in a blur. The sound fills the gym, but it’s not as loud as the cheer of the crowd as the final whistle blows. In that moment, senior Joy Udoye celebrates...

Smiling at the camera, senior Emilya Garza poses for a picture. Garza served as student body president this school year, a position she said allowed her to create a safe place for others to speak up. “I try to make sure every single person in our student body is heard,” Garza said. “I realized I really enjoy building a story and understanding different perspectives. I’ve always been someone who wants to step in and make sure things are made right.”
Photo courtesy of Emilya Garza

Taking a Stand

Palak Tiwari, Reporter May 12, 2026

Some voices stand out right away, while others take time to grow into something people listen to. For senior Emilya Garza, high school became that space, not just to speak up but to understand how to turn...

As the closing notes ring through the Alamodome, senior Eddy Kim faces the audience’s applause. Four years of dedication to a band program and a school culminated in this moment. “The thing I'm most proud of are the people that I've been able to invest my time with,” Kim said. “Transfering from a middle school that has nothing to do with Cedar Park High School, I think my biggest goal was to make sure that I met the right people and I invested as much as I could in my friends.” Photo courtesy of Cedar Park Band Boosters

The Final Chord

John Pinion, Reporter May 11, 2026

As the closing notes ring through the Alamodome, senior Eddy Kim faces the audience’s applause. Four years of dedication to a band program and a school culminated in this state winning performance. “The...

In a collection of different moments from senior Arthur Ce’s high school career, he poses for his senior photo, is dressed up in different costumes for theater and looks at someone’s photo as a reference to an online meme. Ce was a broadcast member, actor in fine arts shows like “Footloose”, “Pippin” and the haunted house, choir singer and comedian. “I hope people just remember who I was after I graduate," Ce said. “I don’t really care if I’ve made an impact or not, not saying that I have, but I would just like people to think about me and laugh for a minute and then go about their day.” Graphic by Sebastian Farias.

Arthur’s World

Sebastian Farias, Reporter May 11, 2026

As the show concludes, dozens of claps can be heard echoing in the PAC, among those clapping are the friends and family of those performing. The work the students have done in rehearsal is reflected in...

Holding a cowboy hat, senior cheer captain Katie Foster smiles at the camera. Foster has been a captain since her junior year, helping to lead them to a 10th place finish at nationals. “Cheer has entirely made me who I am,” Foster said. “From volunteering, to social skills, to friendships and hard work, cheer has rounded me and showed me what I value most. I think everyone should be held to a standard that makes them a better person, and I'm so grateful to have been pushed to be better physically and mentally.” Photo courtesy of Katie Foster

Jumping For Joy

Skyler King, Assistant Editor May 7, 2026

Flipping through the air, senior cheer captain Katie Foster flawlessly lands her back handspring on the sidelines of the football game as the fans go wild. Smiling, she looks around and hugs her teammates...

Both donning sweatshirts of their respective future colleges, senior class president Vincent Cao and student body president Emilya Garza stand commemorating National College Decision Day. Cao has taken on the many roles of decorated pianist, swimmer, class president, debate captain and devoted student throughout his high school career. “It hasn’t been easy juggling so many things, but as I leave high school, I’m glad that I was able to devote my attention to so much stuff,” Cao said. “Maintaining such a wide variety of activities has exposed me to so many viewpoints, allowed me to make so many new friends and [given] me so many experiences that I know I will cherish forever.” Photo courtesy of Vincent Cao

Master of Multitudes

Safiye Yumusak, Reporter May 6, 2026

The phrase “jack of all trades, master of none” is often used to describe an individual who partakes in a myriad of endeavors but doesn’t excel in many. Well, senior Vincent Cao is a jack of all...

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