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DECA Hosts District Competition, 117 Students Advance
DECA Hosts District Competition, 117 Students Advance
Hannah Moak, Managing Editor • 1 day ago

DECA hosted nearly 3,000 RRISD students at McNeil for its regional competition. 117 out of 280 McNeil students advanced to the state level of competition for their events...

Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts as Melania Trump holds the Bible during the inauguration ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda on Monday, January 20. (Morry Gash / Pool / AFP / Getty Images)
Donald Trump Inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States
Karl Reddick, Current Events Editor • 3 days ago

On Monday, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, with JD Vance taking the oath as the 50th Vice President. Originally planned to take place...

Former president Jimmy Carter's Presidential Portrait.
Remembering Jimmy Carter
Scout Bradley, Opinions Editor • 3 days ago

Former president Jimmy Carter passed away on Dec. 29 last year, shortly after turning 100 years old. Carter's time in office was from 1977 to 1981, serving as the 39th president...

Sophomore Finds Talent in Photography
Sophomore Finds Talent in Photography
Janice Mills, Reporter • December 18, 2024

It’s football game day and on the football field, students pose as sophomore Zachary Hauser captures photos of them. Later that week, he sells the photos to his friends...

Moran practicing lines during an after school rehearsal.
A Balancing Act
Hannah Bland, Life & Arts Editor • December 13, 2024

“You’ll shoot your eye out kid…” he said in annoyance, still angry at his stage parents. After finishing his lines he quickly switches to his other role, co-stage...

Photo by Bethany Adams
Spinning Toward Success
Julianna Lindo, Reporter • December 13, 2024

Watching the frisbee disc soar in a perfect arc through the air, landing satisfyingly into the hand of his teammate, an ambitious young eighth grader, Andy Zhou, became instantly...

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Cole Garcia
Cole Garcia
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Hey! My name is Cole. This is my first year on The McNeil Trailblazer Staff. I am a Senior, I like to write about media and pop culture. Outside of school, you can find me at work or at home watching movies.

School Safety is Always Necessary
School Safety is Always Necessary
Julianna Lindo, Reporter • December 13, 2024
International Baccalaureate logo.
IB Program Lack of Recognition Affects Classes
Bentley Krizin, Reporter • December 13, 2024
IB Program Needs More School Support
IB Program Needs More School Support
Bentley Krizin, Reporter • December 13, 2024
Chromebooks Not as Beneficial to Learning as Expected
Chromebooks Not as Beneficial to Learning as Expected
Janice Mills, Reporter • December 13, 2024
Column: Beginning Boxing
Column: Beginning Boxing
Joey Shanks, Reporter • November 19, 2024
Summer Moon gives students a quiet and calm environment for studying.
Summer Moon as a Study Spot for Students
Olivia West and Harper Poore December 4, 2024
Photo: Getty Images / edited by Cooper Seaver
Winter Themed Seasonal Treats
Giada Stanley, Reporter • November 24, 2024
Junior Caylin Miles poses with her barn project.
Livestock Production Holds Miniature Barn Project
Zara Ayala, Reporter • November 10, 2024
Members of the esports Super Smash Bros team watch their teammates compete for a spot in  tournament's starting line up.
Esports Club Aims Toward Success
Hannah Bland, Life & Arts Editor • November 6, 2024
Library Hosts Activities to Celebrate National Wicked Day
Library Hosts Activities to Celebrate National Wicked Day
Annabelle Benson, Reporter • November 4, 2024
Arnold in Crimson by Ava Elizabeth Liberace, 2024 First Place Winner, 19-22 year old category.
How to Showcase Creative Side: a Guide to Art Competitions and Scholarships
Julianna Lindo, News Editor • 3 days ago
Photo Courtesy of McNeil Band
Band Makes Finals in Two Bands of America Super Regionals
Bentley Krizin and Annabelle Benson November 15, 2024
Lunch Box Theater Photo Gallery
Lunch Box Theater Photo Gallery
Daniela Corral, Reporter • November 6, 2024
A Tale of Love, Laughter and a Flesh-Eating Plant
A Tale of Love, Laughter and a Flesh-Eating Plant
Hannah Moak, Captions Editor • October 28, 2024
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), Warner Bros.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Proves Just How Good a Sequel Can Be
Cooper Seaver, Design Editor • September 25, 2024
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