Isom Young, Writer

December 6, 2018

Claude Monet,  born November 14, 1840 in Paris, France, had a tremendous propensity for art. Stirring with passion, he availed himself by enrolling in the Academie Suisse. After an art exhibition in 1874, a critic insultingly dubbed Monet's painting style "Impression," since it showed more  concern with form and light rather than realism, but the term stuck about his unique style. In 1845 at age five, Monet moved with his family to Le Havre, a port town in the Normandy region. He grew up there with his older brother, Leon. While known as a decent student, Monet did not like confinement to a classroom. Instead, he enjoyed  outside experiences close to nature. At an early age, Monet developed...

Sara Alvarez, Writer

January 21, 2019

Jaiden Bazile, a 15 year old freshman at New Caney High School, has had one of her best years since arriving for school year 2018-2019.  Jaiden, born December 23rd, 2003, has always loved improving herself, and at New Caney High School, she has truly shown her talents. Unlike most students, Jaiden has shown remarkable passion and effort for not only her core classes but also her electives as well. Affable and friendly, she always helps her friends to achieve their goals and dreams. Jaiden holds the title of Bass 3 on the NCHS drumline and has always had a deep love for music. Although Jaiden does not plan on studying music in college, she still loves the environment, people, and of course, the whole NCHS Spirit Band. Jaiden has always been quite an active girl in her life. Not only actively participating  in band, but  also she competitively plays softball. Playing softball since...

Hollie Whatley, Writer

December 10, 2018

Located in Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural Science stands as a large, tourist attraction. More than two million people visit it yearly. Founded in 1909, the museum’s original purpose included enhancing an average individual's science knowledge. As one of the most visited museums in the United States, it owns two satellites, the Burke Baker Planetarium, Wortham Giant Screen Theater, Cockrell Butterfly Center, and around 10 more science based exhibits. They also add around 3,000 to 5,000 new artifacts each year. Over half a million school age children visit each year, furthering their scientific knowledge about the world around them. On Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., The museum allows people to view the dinosaur and minerals exhibit and roam the Serengeti for free. On regular days, adult tickets (age 12 and up) cost $25, children’s tickets cost $15, and children age...