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Raider Echo

The School Newspaper of North Garland High School

Raider Echo

The School Newspaper of North Garland High School

Raider Echo

Krismasi Njema, or Merry Christmas, in Swahili

Krismasi Njema, or Merry Christmas, in Swahili

Patty Castillo, Reporter December 21, 2015

While some may put an Xbox One, the newest iPhone or a Chevy Camaro on their wish list, freshman Isaac McMillen wants something unmaterialistic this holiday season. McMillen’s older sister was given...

Addiction to the Tunes

Addiction to the Tunes

Patty Castillo, Reporter November 13, 2015

Senior Ryan Coronado’s musical journey began at a young age. When night terrors led to trouble sleeping and trouble sleeping led to writing. “I started writing when I was 9, but at first they were...

Moving out means moving on for senior dealing with family issues

Moving out means moving on for senior dealing with family issues

Patty Castillo, Reporter October 30, 2015

Today, going home after a long day of school has changed for senior Kevin Nguyen since the stress of the past has gone away. He no longer feels that he does not belong in his home, or rather, the place...

Cathryn Raney

Cathryn Raney

Patty Castillo, Reporter September 3, 2015

"I think [2016] seniors are going to have an awesome year, because we're all really pumped to [get] involved. This first fundraiser is only part of the things we're doing in order to support ourselves...

The Art Of Story Telling

Patty Castillo, Reporter June 1, 2015

Sarah and Zach Valdez enter the auditorium together after school, immediately feeling at home moving away from the noise in the hallway. They begin to greet their friends and listen to their directors...

The AP Sophomore Experience

The AP Sophomore Experience

Patty Castillo, Reporter April 20, 2015

After his freshman year, sophomore Klint Villafuerte had the opportunity to take AP style classes. Believing that these AP classes would simply mean more homework without much help from the teacher, he...

Feminist strives for success after negative feedback

Feminist strives for success after negative feedback

Patty Castillo, Reporter March 20, 2015

In 2012, then freshman Cathryn Raney walked into a waiting room, expecting a conversation that would allow a look at the road to joining the Equine veterinary field. Yet, when she finally got her time...

Holiday date ideas

Patty Castillo, Reporter December 18, 2014

Holiday romance films set up expectations for the perfect snowy date every year. Going shopping or having a romantic dinner are some common holiday date ideas. Instead of going on a typical holiday date,...

Mini grown-up

Patty Castillo, Social Media Coordinator November 7, 2014

When sophomore Jennifer Jaiyeola opens the front door to her house, she calls out her brothers’ names, checking if they have come home from school yet. After a while of watching TV, Jaiyeola asks the...

Besties’ bucket lists

Patty Castillo, Social Media Manager October 15, 2014

Lillian Juniors Jeanette Rojas and Lori Stark have plans for this year and have also began to think ahead for their senior year, including prom, homecoming, and other activities. They plan to attend...

Is this girl drunk in love?

Patty Castillo, Writer September 5, 2014

As Beyoncé begins her 2009 VMA performance, freshman Dalia Castillo starts to pay more attention to the pop star on stage. Midway through Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies”, Castillo’s newfound love for...

Virgin Territory

Virgin Territory

Patty Castillo May 2, 2014

As 17-year-old Danny walks through the drugstore, he looks at the different prices and brands until he finds the type of condoms he and his girlfriend like the most. His first time with his girlfriend...

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