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The Trailblazer
The student news site of McNeil High School

The Trailblazer
The student news site of McNeil High School

The Trailblazer
All content by Quinn Phelan

Class about Finance Would Prepare Students for Future

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
June 30, 2013

Forensic Science Causes Students to go Ballistic

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
June 28, 2013
Simple compost piles can create a multitude of benefits for gardens and the environment.

Benefits of Composting Underrated

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
June 16, 2013

Student Rocker Wants the Big Show Someday

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
June 10, 2013
Rooms that are filled to the brim with collected junk are hazardous to live in. The 'Hoarders' crew make it possible to turn homes into suitable living spaces again.

‘Hoarders’ Inspires Cleanliness

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
June 1, 2013

Senate Passes Education Bill

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
May 14, 2013

Events Rescheduled as a Result of Broken Water Main

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
April 11, 2013
Plastic Bag Ban Creates Complications for Customers

Plastic Bag Ban Creates Complications for Customers

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
April 5, 2013
Texas Senator, Dan Patrick, and the rest of the Texas congress will revise the State Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness and education in general this session. Some areas they are focusing on are how many tests are given and how schools will be rated.

Legislature Reworks Education Policies

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
March 29, 2013
Amelia Carine, Abby Carine and Nicolette Morgan Lee ran in the 2013 Austin Livestrong marathon on Feb. 17. Marathons are just one of many activities Carine participates in.

Senior Goes Above and Beyond

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
March 23, 2013
Five years after the release of the first generation iPod touch, Apple is finally offering it in multiple colors. However, the only colors available are green, pink, black, white and blue. The iPod Touch also comes with Apple's new EarPods, sold separately for $29.

Apple Gets a Big Head; Becomes Overrated

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
March 12, 2013
Clif bars are a great alternative to candy bars. With many varieties and different types of bars, they can help students stay focused during the day.

Smart Snacks Keep Students Awake During the Day

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
February 12, 2013
Austin Community College Now Accessible to More Students

Austin Community College Now Accessible to More Students

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
February 10, 2013
Volunteering during a gap year can be a good thing to put on a college application.

Humanitarian Service Project Can Be Unique Experience

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
January 2, 2013
Eat Out In: It’s All in the Name

Eat Out In: It’s All in the Name

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
December 29, 2012
Watching 'Lincoln' Proves to be a Tall Order

Watching ‘Lincoln’ Proves to be a Tall Order

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
December 5, 2012
The new Hip Hobbies Club teaches members to knit and make other crafts.

Students Get Crafty at Hip Hobbies Club

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
November 30, 2012
Senior Anthony Rodriguez enjoys a drink from Whataburger, a burger joint and local hangout for McNeil students.

[Photo] Best Off-Campus Lunch Options Offer Variety

Max McCann, Sports Editor
December 1, 2012
Results for #YOLO on social networking site Twitter

[Photo] YOLO: Useful or Pointless?

Shannon Steidel, Reporter
December 2, 2012
Junior Amelia McElhinney took ninth place and medaled at this year's state cross country meet.

Girls’ Cross Country Takes 5th at Region, Sends Junior to State.

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
November 12, 2012
Lead Counselor Gary Vaden cheers for the Mavericks at the homecoming pep rally.

2012 Homecoming Pep Rally One to Remember

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
November 1, 2012
Girls varsity cross country earned third at the Cedar Park Invitation and junior varsity took second, putting them in a good place for upcoming district meet.

Lady Mavs Cross Country Get Geared Up for District

Quinn Phelan, Editor in Chief
October 24, 2012
World history teacher, Karol Giblin, handed out schedules on the first day back from summer vacation.

Students’ Learning Benefits from Vacation Time

Quinn Phelan, Editor In Chief
October 11, 2012
Principal John Yonker shows students his book of choice, 'Mockingjay,' by Suzanne Collins.

Library Posters Feature Familiar Faces as Teachers Participate in Creative Way to Encourage Reading

Quinn Phelan, Editor In Chief
October 10, 2012
Senior Abby Carine competes in Cedar Park Invitational

Girls’ Cross Country Dominates Early Meets of the Season

Quinn Phelan, Editor In Chief
October 10, 2012
Student Participates in Unique Marathon

Student Participates in Unique Marathon

Quinn Phelan, Editor In Chief
September 21, 2012
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