Business days a success
Patrick Yassa, Staff Writer
September 1, 2011
The Commons were buzzing with activity Aug 30 and Sept 1, as “Business Days” were implemented for the first time. The area was set up with various stations, manned by volunteers and students from the National Honor Society, to get some “business” done before school starts. Parents... Read more »
Athletics department pays for new trophy cases
Raymond Corral, Design Editor
September 6, 2011
As students enter Tigard High on the first day, they will notice a change outside of the big gym: The old trophy cases, rusty and unorganized, are going through a renovation. Is the district really spending money on trophy cases instead of lending some of the budget to the programs that will be cut this... Read more »
Publications students rewarded for their hard work
Nancy Mayer, Adviser
September 8, 2011
For the third year in a row, the Tiger yearbook has won a silver medal from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. While the kids are hungry for the gold, a silver medal still means the yearbook is one of the best in the United States. In addition, both HiSpots (our print newspaper) and the yearbook... Read more »
Principal explains zero-tolerance harassment policy at individual class meetings
Amanda Lam, Staff Writer
September 8, 2011
Today Principal Mark Neffendorf addressed each class separately in the Auditorium to give his traditional class meetings. His main point was to explain to the students that harassment of any kind will not be tolerated, but also included a few jokes to lighten the mood. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors... Read more »
Cross Country: Canby Invite
Teddi Faller, Staff Writer
September 8, 2011
The cross country team took first in both the JV boys’ run and the Varsity Boys’ run. The team also took third in the JV Girls’ run and second in the varsity girls’ run. Senior Scott Rice took third in the 5K varsity race. Senior Mackenzie Smith took second in the 5K JV race. Senior Emily Walch... Read more »
Tigard wins against Grant in first home game of the season
Katie Gentry, Executive Editor
September 9, 2011
In the battle against Grant High School, Tigard came out on top 49-24. The game started off slow, but picked up towards the end of the first quarter when senior Brandon Wick intercepted the ball. At the end of the first quarter with the score of 0-0, the Tigers were about to score. Junior Zach Floyd... Read more »
Are you ready for this?
Emma Johnson, Staff Writer
September 9, 2011
The Welcome Back Assembly started out with a performance of the National Anthem. Siblings EJ and Shannon Dela Cruz harmonized for a screaming crowd ready with their praise. Next was a homemade video by two junior friends who showed their undying love for eachother. There was beach time, romantic football,... Read more »
Lexie Wagar
September 13, 2011
Lexie Wagar is currently a sophomore at Tigard High School. This is her first year in the Publications Department as a photographer. She likes shopping, music, and hanging out with friends. She is obsessed with Law and Order SVU and anything with glitter on it. Her favorite place to be in the entire... Read more »
Kelly Blum
September 13, 2011
There is a man who was once a boy. His name cannot be spoken in a number of states. His name is Kelly Blum. He is the shadow that lurks in your conscience; he is also an avid skateboarder and a photographer for Advanced Publications. He is the jester of his classes, as he juggles multiple tasks. He is... Read more »
Maggie Johnson
September 13, 2011
Maggie Johnson is a junior at Tigard High School. She enjoys frolicking in the forest and petting unicorns and kittens! She is on the Tigerettes dance team. She is a second year photographer for the Advanced Publications. She enjoys taking part in the theater program here at Tigard High School. Her cat... Read more »
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