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Superintendent Bruce Gearing was announced as a finalist for the superintendent job for Conway Public Schools in Arkansas Friday. Gearing, who has served as superintendent since August 2019, did not notify the school board of his job search prior to the finalist announcement. "While this announcement came as a surprise to the Board, we want to assure our community that the Board remains dedicated and focused on our purpose — serving students, supporting staff and continuing the important work happening across our classrooms and campuses every day," the district said in a press release Friday. "The Board of Trustees will continue to ensure stability, transparency and progress for our district regardless of any outcome." Photo Courtesy of Leander ISD
Gearing Named Finalist For New Job
November 14, 2025
Drip-N-Rip Vapes had two locations affected by burglaries from a juvenile crime ring, with one pictured above. Following the crimes, this location implemented cement pillars and bars across the window as an extra safety measure. “People are out to get anything,” store manager Trey Fawley said. “Honestly, preventative maintenance like this is now necessary. It sucks that you do have to spend money to stop people from doing something they shouldn't be doing in the first place.”
Crime Ring Cracked
November 14, 2025
Hugging his friend and fellow band member, senior baritone player Ryan Chung celebrates after completing their performance at the UIL 5A State Championship. This is the band’s seventh year in a row winning first place. “What really kept me motivated was just all of the people,” Chung said. “I tried really hard to connect with as many people as I could in the band and I think that it really paid off because it motivated me to continue to inspire, continue to grow and connect with everybody I know. It truly didn't just motivate me, but it also pushed me to grow as a person as well.”
From Six to Seven
November 11, 2025
Hands up in the air, junior quarterback David Cooper celebrates a successful play in the district title-clinching win over the Georgetown Eagles. Cooper rushed for 146 yards and two touchdowns in the victory. “It was super fun,” Cooper said. “I love to run the ball. Hopefully, I can just keep doing that. I thought our team played great and had a lot of tenacity.”
Wolves Run Wild
November 11, 2025
In this graphic, a blue and a red figure redraw Texas's boundaries and fight the other political party over congressional districts. Lawmakers passed a new map in August 2025, reshaping representation in Central Texas and sparking controversy over minority voting rights. “I was excited,” senior Omotayo Segun said. “Next year, I'll finally get to vote, but now it feels like my vote won't count as much. Voting is supposed to be about standing up for your rights and what you believe in, but this makes it belittled.”
Crossing The Lines
October 31, 2025
Senior Jett Mckinney stores all the clothes in his own room, with half of it stored in his closet along with his personal clothes, and the rest taking up space in his room. “There’s been times [when] there’s so much clothing stored here and it gets overwhelming, so I end up having to sleep somewhere else in the house,” Mckinney said.
Making Use of The Used
November 16, 2025
Superintendent Bruce Gearing was announced as a finalist for the superintendent job for Conway Public Schools in Arkansas Friday. Gearing, who has served as superintendent since August 2019, did not notify the school board of his job search prior to the finalist announcement. "While this announcement came as a surprise to the Board, we want to assure our community that the Board remains dedicated and focused on our purpose — serving students, supporting staff and continuing the important work happening across our classrooms and campuses every day," the district said in a press release Friday. "The Board of Trustees will continue to ensure stability, transparency and progress for our district regardless of any outcome." Photo Courtesy of Leander ISD
Gearing Named Finalist For New Job
November 14, 2025
Drip-N-Rip Vapes had two locations affected by burglaries from a juvenile crime ring, with one pictured above. Following the crimes, this location implemented cement pillars and bars across the window as an extra safety measure. “People are out to get anything,” store manager Trey Fawley said. “Honestly, preventative maintenance like this is now necessary. It sucks that you do have to spend money to stop people from doing something they shouldn't be doing in the first place.”
Crime Ring Cracked
November 14, 2025
Hugging his friend and fellow band member, senior baritone player Ryan Chung celebrates after completing their performance at the UIL 5A State Championship. This is the band’s seventh year in a row winning first place. “What really kept me motivated was just all of the people,” Chung said. “I tried really hard to connect with as many people as I could in the band and I think that it really paid off because it motivated me to continue to inspire, continue to grow and connect with everybody I know. It truly didn't just motivate me, but it also pushed me to grow as a person as well.”
From Six to Seven
November 11, 2025
Hands up in the air, junior quarterback David Cooper celebrates a successful play in the district title-clinching win over the Georgetown Eagles. Cooper rushed for 146 yards and two touchdowns in the victory. “It was super fun,” Cooper said. “I love to run the ball. Hopefully, I can just keep doing that. I thought our team played great and had a lot of tenacity.”
Wolves Run Wild
November 11, 2025
Smiling for the camera, girls' soccer players sophomore Ryan Haskins, juniors Anna Geertsema and Bella Ballenger, and senior Aerin Tryals-Meyer await visitors to their trunk. The team used a truck bed and filled it with candy, and covered the whole truck in spider webs to appeal more to the kids. “We have a scoring goal so you can shoot, or the kids can shoot,” Tryals-Meyer said. “Whenever they make it, they get candy.”
Tricks, Treats and Trunks
November 5, 2025
Standing at a desk, senior FCS president Jaya Phillipose takes attendance at a weekly meeting. Phillipose was named one of two co-presidents alongside senior Bennett Patton for the upcoming school year. “I feel like me and my leadership team are very close,” Phillipose said. “We are able to make sure everybody else feels included in that.”
Fresh Faces, New Direction
October 23, 2025
Students gather for a Fellowship of Christian Students meeting, sharing faith and community during their weekly session. Senior club president Jaya Philipose discusses what idols are and how they affect students' view of God. “God wanted us to understand even from the beginning that nothing should take his place in our hearts," Philipose said.
Join the Club—If You Can
October 15, 2025
Broadcast, yearbook and newspaper combined for 66 Interscholastic League Press Conference awards this year. Yearbook won 43, newspaper won 14 and broadcast took home nine. “I think [the ILPC awards] are a great way to give the kids some acknowledgement for all of their hard work,” newspaper and yearbook adviser Paige Hert said. “They typically spend the year covering everyone else’s big moments, so it’s really cool for them to be celebrated so many times and in so many different ways.”
In The Headlines
May 15, 2025
Crowded around the newsdesk of KENS5, the broadcast class poses for a group photo. During the class's winter retreat in San Antonio, they visited the local news station for a tour. “When we're brought together, we have more ideas,” sophomore Drew Johnson said. “We have time to talk to each other about stories, and most of all, the winter retreat can be a story. I think bringing us together on the winter retreat really made us think about working together as a team.” Photo courtesy of Anthony Garcia
Behind The Camera
April 8, 2025
Senior Jett Mckinney stores all the clothes in his own room, with half of it stored in his closet along with his personal clothes, and the rest taking up space in his room. “There’s been times [when] there’s so much clothing stored here and it gets overwhelming, so I end up having to sleep somewhere else in the house,” Mckinney said.
Making Use of The Used
November 16, 2025
Smiling for the camera, girls' soccer players sophomore Ryan Haskins, juniors Anna Geertsema and Bella Ballenger, and senior Aerin Tryals-Meyer await visitors to their trunk. The team used a truck bed and filled it with candy, and covered the whole truck in spider webs to appeal more to the kids. “We have a scoring goal so you can shoot, or the kids can shoot,” Tryals-Meyer said. “Whenever they make it, they get candy.”
Tricks, Treats and Trunks
November 5, 2025
Juniors Naomi Acuna and Sieun Jung, members of Sports Medicine, are posing together at the Meet the Timberwolves event right before it started. Earlier that day, the Sports Medicine team prepared with their group to help organize activities for the event. "It’s a really great time to socialize with everyone and get to see all these people and get recognition for our hard work," Acuna said.
Sideline Crew, Silent Strength
October 31, 2025
One Soundtrack Mind
One Soundtrack Mind
October 23, 2025
Standing at a desk, senior FCS president Jaya Phillipose takes attendance at a weekly meeting. Phillipose was named one of two co-presidents alongside senior Bennett Patton for the upcoming school year. “I feel like me and my leadership team are very close,” Phillipose said. “We are able to make sure everybody else feels included in that.”
Fresh Faces, New Direction
October 23, 2025
One Soundtrack Mind
One Soundtrack Mind
October 23, 2025
Listening to the rehearsal behind her, Assistant Band Director Samantha Dimatteo poses for a picture. Dimatteo has been a band director for eight years, now leading the symphonic and concert bands. “I only really wanted to be a lawyer for the money but band I actually enjoy,” Dimatteo said. “I think that music is really important for people, especially kids from 5 to 18. I think it's a super developmental part of their lives, and I think it brings a lot not only to them but their community.” Photo courtesy of Cedar Park High School Band Booster Club
A Fresh Face Sets the Tempo
October 10, 2025
Looking down at his racket, junior Hasun Nguyen hits the green tennis ball. Hasun has played tennis since he was 9 years old, and he is on the varsity team. "I feel like it’s not really appreciated in America as much, but [tennis] is a really competitive and mentally challenging sport,” Nguyen said. “I’m really level-headed and can keep my cool during a match, and that helps me play a bit better under pressure.” Photo by Kyra Cox
Making a Racket
September 26, 2025
Sitting in his home dugout, senior Kyle McClure stares out onto the turf he has spent all four years of high school on. McClure has been working toward receiving his private pilot certificate throughout high school, and said baseball has helped him learn the leadership skills needed to be a pilot. “I’m really big on how baseball’s helped me grow not only as a player, but as a person,” McClure said. “When it comes to flying, as a pilot, you have to have leadership skills. You don’t want to just let someone else do it because 150 people, 200 people are relying on you to fly that plane. I think being a part of baseball and being a part of the team is really going to help me in my future.” Photo Courtesy of Kyle McClure
From Pop Flies to Solo Flights
May 13, 2025
Bringing her arm over her head and taking a quick breath, junior Lauren Lucas swims the final laps of the 500 freestyle at the regionals swimming competition on date. Lucas broke the school’s 18-year-old record for the 500 freestyle at regionals and again at state with a time of 4:58.63. “I’d had my eye on that 500 record since my freshman year, so I was really excited to see if I could get it at regionals or districts,” Lucas said. “ State is always a really fun experience and medaling for the first time was really great. It was a very very tight race, [so] I was a bit surprised [that I medaled]. [There were] a lot of fast girls at the meet in general, [and] it was like a dogfight back and forth, back and forth.” Photo by Kaydence Wilkinson
Breaking the Surface
March 18, 2025
Hands up in the air, junior quarterback David Cooper celebrates a successful play in the district title-clinching win over the Georgetown Eagles. Cooper rushed for 146 yards and two touchdowns in the victory. “It was super fun,” Cooper said. “I love to run the ball. Hopefully, I can just keep doing that. I thought our team played great and had a lot of tenacity.”
Wolves Run Wild
November 11, 2025
With her eyes focused on the volleyball, senior setter Sibley Oster prepares to hit the ball to her teammates. Oster, along with three other seniors on the varsity volleyball team, has committed to a Division I college program for next season. “I’m really excited to experience a new level of volleyball and compete at that high level,” Oster said. “Off the court, I’m ready for the adventure of being in a new place, away from home and surrounded by something new.” Photo courtesy of Danielle Walker
A Season To Remember
October 23, 2025
Running for the end zone, junior running back Lucas Viloria breaks free for a touchdown in the game against Glenn Friday night. Viloria rushed for two touchdowns in the 52-28 win. “It was a great confidence booster,” Viloria said. “It sets us up for the next game and shows the rest of the district what’s going to happen next.”
Goodbye, Grizzlies
October 22, 2025
As her hair blows in the wind, senior Brianna Grandow runs the varsity girls 5K at the cross country district meet last Thursday. Grandow finished fourth in the event and led the varsity girls to regionals with a third place placement as a team. “I’m very excited [to go to regionals],” Grandow said. “I’m excited to race in Corpus Christi, and we get to go to the beach, so that’s really awesome.” Photo by Addison Bruce
Running the Gamut
October 15, 2025
Running with the ball, junior quarterback David Cooper attempts to escape the opposing pass rush during the homecoming loss against East View. The defeat was the first loss in the homecoming game for the Timberwolves in 20 years. “We just made too many mistakes,” head football coach Michael Quintero, or Coach Q, said. “There were too many missed opportunities that we didn’t capitalize on and they did, so that’s the outcome.”
Tradition Takes a Timeout
October 14, 2025
Halloween is coming up, teenagers are going home, dressed up and are getting ready to go to bed. At the age of 14-17, teenagers in high school believe they’re too old to trick-or-treat, and choose to either go out and party or skip Halloween entirely. I’m going to go trick-or-treating with my friends as Puss in Boots from the movie “Shrek”, and I will be discussing why I believe we are not too old to trick-or-treat, and why if you want to, you shouldn’t be ashamed of doing so.
A Bag Full of 100 Grand
October 31, 2025
Hollow Knight: Silksong was released by Team Cherry on Sept. 4 after years of waiting. Although the controls are clunky at times, the world building and battle sequences make this game as good as, if not better than, the original.
New Song, Same Soul: The World Through Hornet’s Eyes
October 21, 2025
The Ugliest Summer
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October 18, 2025
As summer rolls around every year, I always struggle to find the perfect book to read. So, to help others like me, I’ve compiled a list of my favorite books from all my summers spent reading. Here are my top five favorite books: “Edenbrooke,” “Skyward,” “The False Prince”, “Ender’s Game” and “On the Fence.”
Hot Reads for Hot Days
May 22, 2025
“The Amatuer” is a spy action thriller movie that has you screaming at the main character to run. Graphic by Ingrid Bonner.
No Badge, No Backup
May 22, 2025
Halloween is coming up, teenagers are going home, dressed up and are getting ready to go to bed. At the age of 14-17, teenagers in high school believe they’re too old to trick-or-treat, and choose to either go out and party or skip Halloween entirely. I’m going to go trick-or-treating with my friends as Puss in Boots from the movie “Shrek”, and I will be discussing why I believe we are not too old to trick-or-treat, and why if you want to, you shouldn’t be ashamed of doing so.
A Bag Full of 100 Grand
October 31, 2025
Six Flags Fright Fest is an annual Halloween-themed event held at various Six Flags parks across the United States, Canada and Mexico. It transforms the park into haunted attractions with scare zones, shows and mazes running on weekend evenings starting in mid-September and continuing until Nov. 2.
Horror and Haunts
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The Guts and the Glory
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A Knight to Remember

Football Loses to Harker Heights 52-35 in Season Opener
Skyler King, Assistant Editor
September 2, 2025
Skyler King
After making a catch, junior receiver Brayden Jahns runs towards the end zone, dodging defenders at the football game against Harker Heights on Friday. Jahns scored a touchdown in the game, which the Timberwolves lost 52-35. “It was during crunch time,” Jahns said. “We needed a score, so I made sure I got to the end zone.”

The football team opened the season with a loss to Harker Heights, 52-35 at home Friday night.

The Timberwolves started off strong with a touchdown less than two minutes into the first quarter. By the end of the second quarter, Cedar Park led 14-3.

The Knights quickly responded with a kick return touchdown at the beginning of the second quarter, shifting the momentum in their favor. They followed that up with three more unanswered touchdowns, before junior receiver Brayden Jahns scored to end the second quarter with the Knights leading 31-21. The T-Wolves were outscored 28-7 in the second quarter but scored more points than the Knights throughout the rest of the game.

“It was during crunch time,” Jahns said. “We needed a score, so I made sure I got to the end zone.”

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Harker Heights scored again in the third quarter and opened the fourth quarter with a touchdown after picking off junior quarterback David Cooper and returning the ball 25 yards to set up the scoring opportunity. The Timberwolves immediately returned the ball to the 49-yard line off of the kickoff, then Cooper threw a 34-yard pass to Jahns, setting up senior receiver Brendan Baker’s eventual touchdown reception two plays later in an attempt to narrow the scoring deficit.

Cedar Park scored one more touchdown in garbage time before the game ended.

Notable performances included Baker, who ended the night with 81 receiving yards and one touchdown, Jahns who had 70 receiving yards and senior receiver Jamal Porter who had 48 yards and a touchdown. Cooper threw for 234 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 64 yards and one touchdown with three interceptions.

“[There were] a lot of good things but also some bad things that we could work on,” Cooper said. “Our offense is going to keep on working and so is our defense. We’re going to be a different team next week.”

The loss brought the Timberwolves’ record to 0-1 to start the season. Coach Michael Quintero, or Coach Q, said that he was impressed with the defensive and offensive lines but feels that the team can work on consistency.

“We just have to keep moving forward,” Coach Q said. “We’re not hanging our hat on this one loss. We’ve got to attack each day.”

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Skyler King
Skyler King, Reporter
Skyler is a senior and second-year reporter, and she is also the copy editor for the CPHS Tracks yearbook staff. She moved to Cedar Park before her junior year after spending her freshman and sophomore years in San Antonio, at a school of under 200 students. In her free time, Skyler enjoys watching sports (especially the Longhorns and 49ers), reading romance and fantasy books and binge watching bad teen TV. Skyler is involved in Young Life and competes in UIL journalism. After high school, Skyler hopes to go to college and major in journalism or sports journalism, with the eventual goal of becoming a sports journalist.