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Plushie Project Prompts Connections
Horns the candy-loving dragon and Snoopy, a monster with big orange ears who rolls instead of walks, only used to exist on paper.
HP Golfers See Results Surge as State Tournament Approaches
Like its undulating courses, the peaks and valleys of the long high school golf season can be physically and mentally taxing.
Belles Win Top Awards at Dance Nationals Competition
The Highland Belles were named national champions for their class size in jazz, kick, pom, and contemporary on March 2 at the Contest of Champions Dance Nationals in Orlando, Florida.
Still Learning His Body, Senior Insists Best Pitching Yet to Come
Over the past two years, Jett Wright had no choice but to transform into a completely different pitcher.
Discipline Fuels Underdog Triumph for Elahmadi
Perhaps the most difficult sacrifice of Highland Park wrestler Amin Elahmadi’s state championship season came before his first match even started.
‘Happy’ Moments, Sneaky Therapy Happen on a Horse
In her daily life, Highland Park High School graduate Sara “Happy” Waterman deals with the challenges caused by Down syndrome. But on a horse, she’s a champion.
Greene Aims to Paint Next Chapter in HP’s Legacy
Senior also serves as a mentor to younger gymnasts through coaching, judging.
Wherever, Whenever: Joiner Can Play Anywhere on the Field
Highland Park softball coach Michael Pullen doesn’t always know where he’s going to put Kate Joiner in the field — he just knows he has to put her somewhere.
‘Park Cities People’ Applauds
Providence Christian School student William Phillips, who recently released the third volume in his fantasy series The Magic Island Chronicles.
After Highs and Lows, Experienced Scots Seek to Reclaim Lacrosse Throne
Senior-laden HP roster to play national schedule to prepare for state championship run
Scots Return to 5A With Young Roster, Difficult District
With varsity experience at a premium and a new district to navigate, Highland Park enters this baseball season with plenty of questions.
In Case You Missed It
HPHS Angler Captures Spot on All-American Team
Highland Park ISD senior Dylan Sorrells is reeling in top honors for his angling skills.
Society
HP Seniors Hit the Jackpot at Casino Party
Members of Highland Park High School’s class of 2025 doubled down on memories and fun during the annual Senior Boys Casino Party on Jan. 12 at Gilley’s Dallas.
Underwater Boss: How Angelina Huang Outkicks Her Backstroke Rivals
It’s almost like a superpower, the way Angelina Huang propels herself underwater, springing off the walls during a backstroke race.
Pitching, Defense Critical for HP to Become a Hit in New Softball District
Realignment might have dropped Highland Park to Class 5A in softball, but it still didn’t do the Lady Scots many favors.
Highlander Band Students Earn Spots on All State Ensembles
Six Highlander Band students have been selected to perform in All-State ensembles, the highest honor a Texas music student can receive.
Did Marathon-Running Gambler Cheat?
Highland Park High School grads John Leake, Michael Leake, and Andrew McElroy have made an entertaining and engrossing documentary, Double or Nothing, premiering locally at the Angelica Film Center in January.
Scots Probe Robotic Surgery, Medical Myths, Flight
Do you wonder what it’s like to be a cancer researcher, or how medical students train to use robotic surgical systems?
Sisterhood Fueled Hardwood Success for HP Senior Guard
If it wasn’t for her older sister, Lila Collins isn’t sure she’d even be playing basketball in the first place.
HPHS Grad Sails in Competitions Around the Globe
No matter where she’s lived, Lola Kohl has always been at home on the water — as long as she has the wind at her back.