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IHS Knight News

The student news site of Independence High School in Frisco, Texas

IHS Knight News

The student news site of Independence High School in Frisco, Texas

IHS Knight News

Draper directed the choir class as they went over UIL music.

Choir’s passion beyond the notes

March 28, 2016

Choir class is much more than just singing and reading music for our varsity choir. This class has not only made them realize how to use their voices as group, but has also helped them discover their...

The Eight-Hour Parent

Taylor Calhoun, Reporter March 21, 2016

While some pregnancies are planned, this one was assigned.   Child development students completed a unit focusing on pregnancy and had a chance to experience it. “I thought it wasn't going to...

Overcoming a loss to inspire others

Gabrielle Micketti, Reporter March 17, 2016

Many would find the birth of their first child to be a joyous event For Lyz Mokler it was a tragedy she knew was coming. At 18 weeks pregnant she found out her baby had thanatophoric dysplasia. This...

Appropriate cell phone usage in the classroom

Erin Graham, Lead Producer March 2, 2016

Many teachers are debating whether or not cell phones distract students in the learning environment or if it’s a helpful learning tool. “When teachers are allowing kids to use their technology in...

GT Humanities’ students create personal “Infernos”

Minseo Joo, Reporter February 29, 2016

During class, some students may daydream about prom, fashion trends, or even college. But have you ever thought about your own inferno? Recently, the GT Humanities' students studied the Postclassical...

DECA qualifies for State

Rebecca Robinson, Reporter February 25, 2016

Some may think the only organizations that can qualify for state are sports. But DECA can too. Distributive Education Clubs of America or DECA is a club that teaches students about the different...

The students behind the play

Rebecca Robinson, Reporter January 6, 2016

Some people become part of a team by being in sports or joining a club, but Tech Theatre students say they become closer by working continuous hours behind the scenes of a play.   Tech Theatre students...

Just like any sport, minus the water

Gabrielle Micketti, Reporter December 17, 2015

Attending hours of practice while also preparing for competitions is a regular routine for most sports, including swimmers. Swimmers endure regular conditioning in practice similarly to the way other...

It’s more than just a click of a button

Taylor Calhoun, Reporter December 15, 2015

Check the angle. Adjust the lens. Check the focus. Snap. Repeat. Some people find that yearbook pictures are little more complex than the average selfie. While finding the best lighting or the perfect...

Should students wait until after graduation to date?

Erin Graham, Lead Producer December 11, 2015

A high school social life is filled with friendships, new bonds, and for some the occasional boyfriend or girlfriend. Some may see it as an opportunity to explore their dating likes and dislikes, while...

The story behind the art

Meghan Walla, Reporter December 11, 2015

Everyone has a passion to do what they love, but these art students’ passion for art is much more than just a hobby.   “Art to me is very important because it's a way that we can express how we...

Expression through harmony

Minseo Joo, Reporter December 9, 2015

Although people may express their voice through conversations, cheering, or dancing, the orchestra students express themselves through their music. “Some of our students are rather shy and so having...

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