Humans of Publications

Interview with Melissa Singleton

By Sydney W. from Texas High School in Texas

“My bittersweet memory is before I went into surgery that I waited five years to have, [my family] was really happy about me having the surgery but my mom was terrified. She [was afraid] I was going to die or something. So it was really sweet because we finally got what we [were waiting for], but she was crying the whole time.”

-Melissa

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Defining democracy

People may pick and choose what they desire

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“I want to go to law school and become a defense attorney because I’m in interested in fixing the justice system. I want to attend Baylor for law school. My favorite artist is Bryson Tiller and my favorite movie is The Hunger Game."

4 Paths to Success

Seniors take different directions in planning their future careers.

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“ I like to play basketball with my friends because it is a fun and competitive way to exercise. I also play volleyball at Bringle Lake in my free time. Another way I have fun is by fishing with my boy Cody Reese!" -Samuel

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Democracy is the ability to collaborate with those who have different beliefs than you do and form community through these partnerships.

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This is my part of the Humans of Publications and I did Aislyn and her love of art.

Story

This is a story I wrote about the ineffective electives required by the state, and the ones I believe should be replaced.

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democracy through leadership.

Democracy

Democracy to me means the ability to have your own opinions.

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Remember me

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Brooke opens up about her thoughts and beliefs

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Democracy is coming together despite differences for a greater good like how the flowers come together even though they are different to make a pretty vase of flowers

Our Democracy

Democracy is all about the power of choice

My idea of democracy

This image represents democracy to me in its simplest form: Voting. Voting is not only the core of democracy itself but the very thing that makes democracy so great. The opinion of the people matter and that's what this represents.

Democracy is

Democracy is free will. It's the right to speak your mind and share your ideas. Democracy allows us to share whatever information w

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a Texas High take on Humans of New York

What Democracy Means to Me

In this photo is a pile of assignments and notes from multiple different students. These students share the same computer and work area. This represents democracy to me because it contains more than one students opinions/projects in one area.

Best slice around town

A guide to the pizza places in Texarkana

My idea of democracy

This my idea of democracy Liberty can listen to music and eat her brownie in peace

democracy

Voting is a part of democracy and along with freedom of speech to express yourself. This picture is an example of both.

Democracy Photo

The photo I'm using is a graphic I did showing a person voting and I believe this represents democracy because democracy at its core is being able to pick who a nation wants to guide and lead them, and it's always the people's choice.

A step ahead

Industry Based Certifications offer early start to students’ careers

I wish I was pink

Inside the mind of the only black person in the room

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“Whenever my brother first was going to go move with his dad because he wanted a better life for himself and he couldn't get that whenever he was living with me and my mom and my sister. And at the time I was super sad because he was leaving."

Democracy To Me

Democracy to me means being able to spend time with those who I care for, knowing that they’ll become something great someday and make a huge difference in our country and in our world.

Democracy

Democracy to me is being able to vote on what we are having for breakfast on Fridays. Sorry dad no eggs for you, we're having pancakes.

democracy visual

I took this at a show last year. I feel like this image accurately represents democracy because we have the opportunity to still do things that make us happy and enjoy the company of our friends while still maintaining the safety of those around us.

A social connection

After year of being remote, students reflect on in-person school

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Change for the better.

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“One thing I regret is similars to yours. I don't really like who I used to be. I wouldn't change any of it because I like who I am now. I couldn't be like that if it didn't happen." -Phoebe

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Democracy is all about freedom

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Macy is a human of the Tiger Times

Thomas

Golfer commits to the University of Arkansas

Democracy to me

Democracy to me

Reese's democracy keys

My keys represent democracy to me.

Democracy

Democracy to me is being able to experience the world through travel, getting to experience it with my family, and making memories that will last me a lifetime.

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Democracy to me

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This is a interview done with Braden about his proudest moment.

Bad Pay Blues

Teachers Make Significantly Less Than They Deserve

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Phoebe is one the EIC's of Tiger Times.

My idea of democracy

My idea of democracy is being able to play whatever sports you want whenever you want to play them.

Not just another suicide story

Student shares hope in wake of tragedy

My Democracy

To me Democracy means that I, a black woman, have the freedom to participate in the economy without supervision.

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A Texas High take on the Human's of New York.

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What do you regret the most?

Democracy to me

This picture shows democracy to me because we all have the right to a freedom of press.

What democracy means to me.

Democracy to me is being able to take off the tape put over your mouth by society and expressing your opinions and using your voice to make a difference in the world.

The electronic frontier

Coach discusses newly formed esports team

Sibling Rivarly

I didn't sign up for this

Crime on the come up

Social media trends cause rise in campus crime

Objectively Offensive

Story about Abbott's letters to the school board

She shoots to SFA

Senior set to graduate early for college soccer career

Displaced and destitute

Texarkana has some of the most diverse people and problems in the world. This philosophy applies to the homeless population as well. In this three-part series, we take a look at the people and problems of the homeless.

the programs you never knew about

Most schools have fun organizations for students like theater, chess and student council, but Texas High offers many more clubs that a lot of students don’t realize we have.

Stress Insight

This is an infographic on the different types of stress. They are illustrated in the image, with the text infront explaining why stress occurs so often in teens.

Democracy to me

Democracy is having a choice. In our grocery stores, there are a variety of choices in food, electronics, basic necessities, etc. that a lot of other countries don't have.

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Joseph discussing his future plans and career path

Story

This is a story I did over hostile architecture and it's damaging effects on homeless populations and disabled people in public spaces

Five Below vs. Dollar Tree

Which new specialty discount store is the better option?

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You can't call eternity

Learning to cope with the death of my grandpa

Democracy

This photo is from when I interviewed our new principal, and represents democracy because freedom of press is one of the most important parts of democracy.

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Story post for first semester

Burnouts have bad turn outs. History teacher shares wisdom about overworked students.

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“When I first found out my step dad had died, we didn’t know how or what had happened. But then got a call that it had been suicide. I was at first angry, because I thought of it like he chose to leave.” -Kaitlynne

Democracy

Democracy gives people the right to unionize.

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got interview from a fellow publications member

Anticipating Annie

Annie

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This to me shows democracy because we of all races can come together at school, and be artistic and creative together.

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This is Nashita and she has great goals set for the future!

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The Effect of the Pandemic on Humboldt County Students

Humboldt County, like so much of the globe, has been drastically effected by the pandemic. Schools were forced to shut down, and the damage was catastrophic.

Letter To The Editor

Letter to the Editor of The Independent.

Tribal Sovereignty

Sacred Earthlings with sacred practices. We as A:shiwi (Zuni) people keep our religion sacred. And with this comes a law created by the Tribal Government. The No Flash Photography law that is abided by us as well as nonmembers of the community.

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Juliana's thoughts about Pocahontas' improvements

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For a project, I interviewed Maia Hales about her life, what she pictures for her future, and some words of wisdom. Maia talked a lot about her family, what she wants to do after high school, and how she would like to be remembered.

Pros and Cons to the 2nd Amendment

In this post I will discuss the 2nd Amendment and propose my changes from a unique point of view.

Covid’s Effect On The Homeless Community & Humboldt County’s Reaction

This Journalistic Article describes the homeless population before and after covid. How covid has effected there daily life and struggles; As well as what foundations, healthcare, and other resources Humboldt has to offer the homeless community.

Handicap Accessibility in Pocahontas

This article is about the handicap accessibility around are town and other issues.

Josh interviewed by Chance

Josh was interviewed by Chance

Is it Oppression, or Just Bullying?

In the United States, both microaggressions and bullying are quite common. While practically everyone suffers some type of bullying, not everyone can experience microaggressions or oppression.

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Tobacco addiction.

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Brooke opens up about her thoughts and beliefs

Retired Track Coach: Catrina Bindel

In this interview, I learned of Catrina Bindel's life story. I also learned of how she became a track and field coach; and what she did after she stopped coaching. She is a great person to talk to and I enjoyed hearing about her story.

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My news article summarizes the main parts of animal welfare globally according to The World Organization of Health. The main parts were divided into sections when they wrote the source so I summarized all of the important information.

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For my Humans of Sophomore Honors assignment, I interviewed my classmate Symphony. She talked about her goals, beliefs, and life.

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Friendship is democracy because we all have different opinions but still come together.

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This post is an article summarizing the current global crisis and how the vaccine decreases the spread of COVID around the world. It also addresses the impact of COVID in communities, hospitals and peoples lives.

Humans Of Sophomore Honors : Brooke Boone

For this Project, I interviewed my classmate Brooke Boone and asked her some questions. These are some of the responses that she replied with that I thought were pretty important so I chose these quotes to represent her.

Local Government Issue

Reflection- Through this activity I learned that decisions and acts that people do or do not make effect everyone. The gas prices affected not only me but my whole family. Hopefully steps will be taken to ensure more affordable gas prices.

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