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Exploring new horizons Reece Barker, Jayme Estrada, and Daniella Moreno represent Johnson High School at the JEA National Journalism Convention in Seattle, where they improved their reporting skills, earned certifications, and connected with student journalists from across the country.” I enjoyed going back to Seattle again because It solidified my thoughts of moving there and I loved going back to get more knowledgeable in a field I love,” Estrada said.
Johnson Journalists Make Their Mark in Seattle
May 20, 2025
The polar express parade float at Budafest on Dec. 7.
Rain On, Budafest
December 12, 2024
Voting Over 2025 Bond
Voting Over 2025 Bond
December 2, 2024
A We Are Blood staff member assisting a donor with blood transfusion.
Saving Lives an Ounce at a Time
November 21, 2024
The filming club collarborating on their work.
Filming to Learn
November 21, 2024
Junior Nicci LeRoy looks at book in the library.
Testing in Library Closes More Books
March 24, 2025
OP-ED: Why Harris Lost (And What Democrats Can Do Next Time)
OP-ED: Why Harris Lost (And What Democrats Can Do Next Time)
November 19, 2024
Rex Orange County performing at Oct. 29 in Bass Concert Hall.
Rex Orange County Makes Stop in Austin
November 11, 2024
Sophomore Julianna Benevides posing as a student on their phone while work needs to be done.
Current Attention Span Crisis
October 18, 2024
Junior Mariah Castellanos holding up a recycling bag while collecting bins from classrooms on Sept. 12.
Recycling for Change
September 30, 2024
Freshman Genevieve Easton participating in long jump.
Leaping Over Losses
April 14, 2025
EJ Ocampo works to intercept and gain possession of the ball.
Boys Varsity Score a Goal In Latest Match
March 12, 2025
Kinlee McGuire running to first base after hitting the ball.
Softball Strikes A Win
March 3, 2025
Girls Soccer Captain Jadyn Jaeger dribbling the ball towards the goal net.
Girls Varisty Soccer Take Home Win
February 26, 2025
Drew Taylor working to grab the ball from her opponent.
Girls Soccer Keeps On Kicking
February 19, 2025
Jag Teachers on the Weekend
February 26, 2024
JHS Spring Break
February 15, 2024
Jags in the Summer
August 31, 2023
Jags at the End of the Year
Jags at the End of the Year
May 13, 2023
Jags at prom
Jags at prom!
April 6, 2023
Exploring new horizons Reece Barker, Jayme Estrada, and Daniella Moreno represent Johnson High School at the JEA National Journalism Convention in Seattle, where they improved their reporting skills, earned certifications, and connected with student journalists from across the country.” I enjoyed going back to Seattle again because It solidified my thoughts of moving there and I loved going back to get more knowledgeable in a field I love,” Estrada said.
Johnson Journalists Make Their Mark in Seattle
May 20, 2025
Brooke Lowden on the school website with the Coin of Excellence on her computer surface.
Dance Director Accepts Award
May 8, 2025
Follow Up: Voting Over 2025 Bond
Follow Up: Voting Over 2025 Bond
April 30, 2025
NHS inductees at the induction ceremony on Apr. 8.
Leading With The National Honors Society
April 16, 2025
Cast of 'Interrupting Vanessa' rehearsing on stage.
Seniors Take the Stage
April 7, 2025
WordroW of the Day (4/9/2025)
WordroW of the Day (4/9/2025)
May 9, 2025
WordroW of the Day (4/8/2025)
WordroW of the Day (4/8/2025)
May 8, 2025
WordroW of the Day (4/7/2025)
WordroW of the Day (4/7/2025)
May 7, 2025
WordroW of the Day (4/6/2025)
WordroW of the Day (4/6/2025)
May 7, 2025
WordroW of the Day (4/5/2025)
WordroW of the Day (4/5/2025)
May 5, 2025
  • Prom is Saturday, April 12th!
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  • Last day of school May 22, summer begins May 23!
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The library seating arrangement for testing. The STAAR is taken by 98% of students in Texas public schools, and 72%-79% pass it. “I usually get ‘masters’, but sometimes ‘meets’,” junior Kiera Bennet said. “I think it has to do with the fact that I review class material before, so my scores reflect myself as being a responsible student.”
Showcase
2025 STAAR Testing Season
Chloe Youngkin, Copy Editor • May 20, 2025
FOLLOW THE LEADER Playing in unison, the JHS orchestra plays their second piece of the night. The performing arts help students focus and works on their attention spans. “In today's world, everyone's attention spans are getting shorter and it's harder and harder to concentrate. With orchestra, you have to really lock in and that has helped me to be able to focus on tasks for long periods,” junior violinist Hazel Barksdale said.
Orchestra Ends Year On A Good Note
Scarlett Teague, Staff Writer • May 14, 2025
Prom flyer
A Night Under The Lanterns
Hazel Barksdale, Staff Writer • April 7, 2025
Sports
Freshman Genevieve Easton participating in long jump.
Leaping Over Losses
Siana Martinez, Staff Writer • April 14, 2025

EJ Ocampo works to intercept and gain possession of the ball.
Boys Varsity Score a Goal In Latest Match
Ray Stuewe, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025

The Jaguar's boys varsity team took home a win against East Central's Hornets with a score of 4-0 on Friday, March 7. "We all wanted to win...

Kinlee McGuire running to first base after hitting the ball.
Softball Strikes A Win
Marco Rodriguez, Staff Writer • March 3, 2025

The varsity softball team beat San Marcos 12-1 on Feb. 18. The team is ranked fifth in the district. They’ve won four games and haven’t lost...

Exploring new horizons Reece Barker, Jayme Estrada, and Daniella Moreno represent Johnson High School at the JEA National Journalism Convention in Seattle, where they improved their reporting skills, earned certifications, and connected with student journalists from across the country.” I enjoyed going back to Seattle again because It solidified my thoughts of moving there and I loved going back to get more knowledgeable in a field I love,” Estrada said.
Spotlights
Johnson Journalists Make Their Mark in Seattle
Reece Barker, Staff Writer • May 20, 2025

Journalism members had the opportunity to travel to Seattle, Washington, to expand their knowledge of journalism at the JEA National Journalism...

Brooke Lowden on the school website with the Coin of Excellence on her computer surface.
Dance Director Accepts Award
Jayme Estrada, Staff Writer • May 8, 2025
Follow Up: Voting Over 2025 Bond
Follow Up: Voting Over 2025 Bond
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief • April 30, 2025
NHS inductees at the induction ceremony on Apr. 8.
Leading With The National Honors Society
Chloe Youngkin, Copy Editor • April 16, 2025
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