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The Roar
The student news site of Midlothian Heritage High School

The Roar
Parental pressure is a part of life for most teenagers. Kate Clarke (11) explained how these expectations encourage her to give her best effort. “I definitely think theres some value in the pressure they put on me,” Clarke said. “I do tend to put my full foot forward when I do things since I’ve grown up with that expectation. But at the same time it can be hurtful sometimes…” - Made in Canva

Packing on the Pressure

Natalya Shelton, Newspaper Managing-Editor
March 7, 2023
Rylee Camp smiles during her final performance of the night at the Belles and Rubies contest showoffs. The Belles performed a novelty routine based on The Lorax this year, where Camp played Granny Norma. “My favorite part about showoffs is getting all of the reactions for our novelties because its the first time anyone has seen it, Camp said, and theyre always a bunch of gasps and ‘oh my gosh, thats so funny,’ and that’s just cool to see.”

Drill Teams Debut Dazzeling Dances

Ezra Baze, Writer
February 23, 2023
Through her many solos, Paige Parsley (12) shines under the spotlight. Behind the scenes of Parsleys closing performance in Fiddler, work was being done to ensure perfection. Our backstage was pretty crammed, so moving set pieces on and off [was a problem], Parsley said. There were a few mic issues. Other than that, there were very little problems.

This Fiddler Raised The Roof

Avery Myers, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2023
The rivalry between Tik Tok and Reels has been evergrowing since Instagram’s duplicate has taken off. As the platforms continue updating, their competition will most likely grow as well. Each app has its pros and cons; according to Maddison Mudd (10), it depends on the individuals personal choice. “I think there’s such a rivalry between the two apps because they both do the same thing,” Mudd said, “people just have their preferences.” - Made on Canva

Tik Tok vs Reels

Ezra Baze, Writer
February 22, 2023
Sewing prayer shawls, Evelyn Nelson (9) and Lilyanne Marckwardt (10) work together to add to the growing amount of costumes. Fiddler on the Roof has numerous cast members, so the tech crew had to create an abundance of costumes. Costuming has been crazy, Nelson said. We’ve sown a lot of dresses, aprons and head scarfs. It got so crazy that we were putting everything on the choir storage room and the shelf fell.

Theater Tech Crew Lights Up the “Roof”

Avery Myers, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2023
During their first all-day rehearsal, the Belles dance along with the ensemble. The team was recruited to help in Fiddler on the Roof as extra dancers.

Performing Before the Limelight

Avery Myers, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2023
A picture taken outside of the media room where the water from the leak had ran from the room out into the hallway. Photo provided by Avery Myers

Leak in the News Room

McGlauthon (Mac) Fleming IV, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2023
Exploring the Gaylord in Grapevine, the theater class takes a break from their competitions at the Texas Thespian Festival. With contests in solo musicals, group scenes and many more, students like Jailen Readoux (12) were felt slightly overwhelmed. When you’re at your own school you’re good and whatever, Readoux said, but when you go to a competition with like 7,000 kids and all these different schools, they’re all good at theater, so you feel really small in that moment.” Image provided by Katelyn Clarke

A Tough Act To Follow

Avery Myers, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2023
Depicting the world she wishes to create, Whitney Flach (12) sketches a map to use while writing her novel. The book started in January of this year, and Flach has already planned for the future. “I intend to let Kate [Maddison (12)] read it because she’s an editor and stuff, Flach said, so I want her to look over it and see if there’s something she would change.” Photo provided by Whitney Flach (12).

Student by Day, Author by Night

Avery Myers, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2023
Spotify has released its annual compilation of user listening habits- Spotify Wrapped. Listeners worldwide had the chance to look at a summary of their top artists, songs and podcasts in the form of brightly colored statistics. For Shayla Wulf (12), these numbers are the best part of Wrapped. “My favorite thing about Spotify Wrapped was seeing your stats and how much of a super fan you were for different artists, Wulf said. -Made in Canva

Wrapping Up The Year

Ezra Baze, Writer
January 3, 2023
Throughout the school, Christmas wish lists are made by many. However, there are 6 items that are found on more than one list this year. - Made in Canva

Most Popular Christmas Gifts

Ezra Baze, Writer
January 3, 2023
A new show from the mind of Tim Burton hit Netflix on Nov. 23. Gaining popularity mainly through social media platforms such as TikTok and Twitter, “Wednesday” received high streaming numbers in its first two weeks, becoming one of the 5 most successful Netflix series in history. “I have seen some content from the show [on social media],” Kiera Young (9) said. “It’s definitely interesting to see it more theatrical, but the only conflict I have about it is that it spoils it for some people.” - Made in Canva

“Wednesday” Series Breaks Records

Ezra Baze, Writer
January 3, 2023
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