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Mansfield High School Online Newspaper

The Uproar

Mansfield High School Online Newspaper

The Uproar

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Loryn Coyne, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief

Hello, my name is Loryn Coyne! I’m a senior in my third year in newspaper and second as editor. I’m excited to cover all the interesting news at this school and in the district.

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Student watches during class tour

Changes in Detention

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief October 28, 2024

To help with detention attendance and student discipline, MHS will be assigning detention only through Student Conductor.   “Prior to the pandemic, an assistant principal would assign a detention....

A picture of the Tiger Taboo part of the senior wall

Senior Crew Hosts Tiger Taboo

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief October 22, 2024

As part of the senior events for this school year, senior crew will host “Tiger Taboo” through next Friday.   “People like Wordle and the other New York Times games,” student body president...

Two students working in a club

Editorial: New Policy, No Notice

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief October 7, 2024

As part of the Texas Accociation of School Boards and MISD policy updates, the district has introduced new policies for teachers and students.   The policies are not only harmful, but they were...

Two seniors pose during the 2023-24 senior night game against DeSoto.

Crowning Achievement

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief September 17, 2024

As part of the White Out game against Midway, the senior crew will be introducing new events for the seniors Thursday.   “It used to be that senior night was the last game of the season,”...

Math teacher Suzanne Hill talks to parents during the 2023-24 "Meet the Teacher" night

MHS Welcomes New Teachers

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief September 9, 2024

As new teachers start their year at Mansfield High School, parents and students will be able to meet them at the “Meet the Teacher” night on Tuesday.    “I’ve taught at Legacy High...

Seniors paint parking spot

Senior Parking Spot Gallery

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief August 21, 2024

Every year, senior can purchase a customizable parking spot they can paint before the school year starts. Designs have to be approved by MHS staff before purchasing a spot. The parking places give seniors...

Senior and parents enjoy a senior lunch

MHS Prepares for Graduation

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief May 22, 2024

To celebrate the students that are finishing high school this year, the district will hold a graduation ceremony starting with a rehearsal Thursday. “I’m so happy to be gone,” senior Dylan Riley...

Senior talking to her pen pal during the meet and greet

Seniors Meet Pen Pals in Pep Rally

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief May 17, 2024

After exchanging letters throughout the school year and to keep a long-standing tradition alive, seniors will meet their JL Boren pen pals during a pep rally on Friday.   “I’m definitely...

Campaign signs set up along Farm to Market Road 157

May 4 Election Results

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief May 9, 2024

Last Saturday, everyone who could vote in the MISD community was allowed to cast ballots for several school-related items. These items included a five-section bond package and the election for place one...

Students working at the PSAT study session.

AP testing starts May 6

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief May 7, 2024

As the school year comes to an end, two weeks of testing for AP classes will begin on May 6. “I like watching the kids prepare,” social studies teacher Brandon Austin said. “I like watching them...

Freshman and Parliamentarian

Freshman and Parliamentarian

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief March 28, 2024

After passing the National Association of Parliamentarians Membership Exam, freshman Sullivan Butler was recognized by Principal Regenia Crane and Mayor Michael Evans on Thursday. The NAP works to advance...

AcaDec students study in the library

School Board to Recognize Academic Decathlon

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief March 26, 2024

After making it to State competitions, the School Board will recognize the Academic Decathlon team on Tuesday.   “It’s a pretty good honor. This is a unique experience that most people don’t...

A 20 foot teacher of the year banner is next to Mr. Thorley's classroom

Darrell Thorley Wins Teacher of the Year

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2024

A normal day is interrupted by cheers and a 20 foot banner with an award. Students and teachers flood the room with outpourings of love. Mr. Darrell Thorley has won Teacher of the Year, and his peers and...

Varsity baseball team for the 2022-2023 school year

Baseball and Softball Tryouts Start for the 2024 Season

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief January 17, 2024

As the spring season approaches, tryouts for softball and baseball will be held starting on Friday.    “Our goals for the season are to win a district championship and make a deep playoff...

Mansfield's men's choir performing in the Veteran's Day concert

Band and Choir Prepare for Winter Concerts

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief December 13, 2023

As the first semester ends, the band will have its winter concert on Wednesday and the choir will have a concert on Thursday.   “I’m working toward this big goal of being able to perform...

An Evolv Express terminal at Timberview

Evolving School Safety

Loryn Coyne and Connor Mire October 3, 2023

Because of school safety concerns, Mansfield ISD will introduce Evolv Express security scanners to high school campuses with Mansfield High School starting October 10.    **UPDATE October 10:...

Senior Olivia Knight working on homework during advisory.

Editorial: The Issues with Advisory

Loryn Coyne, Editor-in-Chief September 27, 2023

For the 2023-2024 school year, Mansfield ISD has instated a new advisory class period disconnected from the third and seventh periods.    Changing the advisory period to a separate class is...

Students Prepare for Redesigned STAAR Tests

Students Prepare for Redesigned STAAR Tests

Loryn Coyne, Staff Writer April 13, 2023

From April 18 to May 12, high school students will take the redesigned State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) to measure their understanding of class materials  The STAAR test measures...

2023 Yearbook Sales Open

2023 Yearbook Sales Open

Loryn Coyne, Staff Writer February 10, 2023

Pre-orders for the 2022-2023 yearbook are open now until March 31 for students and parents.  “I love being able to start from the ground up and build something for the whole school to see,” editor-in-chief...

The Importance of Open House

The Importance of Open House

Loryn Coyne, Staff Writer January 26, 2023

The district will host all open houses for all grades through the end of this week.  “As an elementary teacher, we usually have majority of our parents come to open house,” second grade teacher...

The Joys of Fish

The Joys of Fish

Loryn Coyne, Staff Writer September 8, 2022

My entire life I only had dogs as pets. My mom is allergic to cats and with how busy my family is, an exotic pet never came to mind. I have only ever known what a dog is like. Even with a wide range of...

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