Megan Thompson, Writer

April 20, 2018

Touching the hearts of Americans, Elvis Presley remains the king of rock’n’roll, and a staple for youth in the 1950’s. Though his dancing caused an uproar with the older generation, Presley captured the hearts of many through his music, an interesting blend of gospel, pop, rock, and country. Rising to stardom quickly, Elvis’ short, but iconic musical career started in 1954 and ended when he died on August 16, 1977. Starting out with the Suns Record label in 1954, his contract later belonged to RCA Victor in late 1955, Presley sensationalized a unique style of music that blurred racial and social boundaries of the time that seemed impossible to ignore. Presley brought a new sound,...

Kaitlyn Williams, Writer

April 6, 2018

Stacen Berrones, a student who has attended New Caney High School for three years now, has finally reached the end of his high school studies. Although he came into the year as a junior, still he has made the big decision to graduate early. Notwithstanding the obstacles he overcame, he has earned the right to receive his high school diploma on May 26, 2018. His passion for dentistry influenced his decision to graduate this year, and in the fall of 2018, Stacen will attend Texas State University to further his education in this field of studies. He has chosen Texas State due to their outstanding health science dental program. His love for dentistry came from his mother's career at Made Ya Smile dental office in Kingwood, Texas. Stacen started his high school studies in 2015 as a freshman, and although he has only attended New Caney High School for three years, his hard work and dedication...

Gianna Maglaya, Writer

April 15, 2018

Psychiatrists attend medical school, which makes them physicians who primarily deal with mental health issues. They diagnose and treat a wide range of problems, including addictions and emotional disorders. Their training in both medicine and psychology allows them to approach illness as a whole-body problem, and part of the job includes working to prevent mental illness. It takes many years to train as a psychiatrist, but the ability to help people in such a personal way and earn a good living too, make it worthwhile. It takes a minimum of twelve years of schooling as a psychiatrist. They spend the first four years as an undergraduate and pre-medical student. Afterwards, comes four years of medical school, followed by four years of residency. The first year of residency typically completes itself in a hospital, treating all kinds of patients for a variety of issues, and the last...