Trump should wait to fill Ginsburg’s seat until after the 2020 Presidential Election
Maya Amador, Commentary Editor
September 24, 2020
On Friday, September 25, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was laid to rest in state in the United States Capitol. She is the first woman to receive this honor, which is extremely fitting for her life and legacy. Ginsburg's death was a loss felt throughout the nation, some not only mourning th...
TikTok and WeChat: Why the Trump administration shouldn’t ban foreign apps
Natalie Cullen, Online Managing Editor
September 18, 2020
On Friday, Sept. 18, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that transactions relating to the mobile apps TikTok and WeChat would be banned. Starting on Sunday, Sept. 20 both apps will no longer be downloadable on app stores. President Trump believes that the applications pose a threat to citizens...
Our government needs to fiscally support the USPS
Anna Holme, Dispatch Reporter
September 10, 2020
The United States Postal Service (USPS), is the public government agency that has been responsible for a large portion of America’s mail since its foundation in 1775. However, in the past 14 years, the USPS has faced some dire financial troubles, due to the rise in email and ecommerce, a decline in pap...
Performative activism does not create change; here are actions that will
Maya Amador, Dispatch Reporter
June 24, 2020
Six years ago, Eric Garner was murdered by a New York Police Department (NYPD) officer who secured him in a chokehold while arresting him, after it was suspected that Garner was selling untaxed cigarettes. Garner’s last words were the now infamous, “I can’t breathe”. Protests across the country beg...
Are the new, double-blocked practicum classes the best choice for students?
Amorah Schultze, Dispatch Reporter
May 27, 2020
James Bowie High School has added several double-blocked practicum classes to next year’s curriculum, including Practicum in Ag-Veterinary Medicine, Practicum in Floral Design, and Practicum in Hospitality Services. They apply to multi-year courses, and even more specifically they take effect for ...
Tristan Howell
May 26, 2020
My name is Tristan Howell, and I plan on attending Austin Community College. I don’t have a planed major so I am using ACC to and complete my required core classes while I search for my one. Coronavirus hasn’t affected me too harshly since I love staying at home and doing things online, and my f...
Online school poses a threat to accessible education
Maya Amador, Commentary Editor
May 26, 2020
Public school has its fair share of problems. From bullying to overwhelming amounts of work, students often talk about their grievances with public schools. While those problems are very much real, along with a few others, online school has raised more issues than expected. Due to the Coronavirus, schools in Texas have been out since late March and will be for ...
Amanda Schwenke
May 22, 2020
Amanda will be attending the The University of Tulsa to study Psychology with a Neuroscience minor. This unconventional time has taught me to value being with my family before going off to college. I have also learned how much the Austin community supports one another with drive through birthdays...
Texas reopen policy could be harmful if not executed correctly
Anna Holme, Dispatch Reporter
May 18, 2020
As Texas is beginning to reopen its economy as the stay-at-home order is slowly lifted, there is a lot of uncertainty regarding what this means for the health of Texans and businesses across the state. While I myself am not a fan of self-isolation, I believe that jumping into things too soon can do more...
On Friday, September 25, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was laid to rest in state in the United States Capitol. She is the first woman to receive this honor, which is extremely fitting for her...
On Friday, Sept. 18, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that transactions relating to the mobile apps TikTok and WeChat would be banned. Starting on Sunday, Sept. 20 both apps will no longer be...
Adjustments have been made to the 2020-2021 A/B calendar. Friday, September 18 will now be a B-day meaning students will attend periods 5-8. The A/B schedule of the next four Fridays have also been changed....