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Assistant principal Haase participating in the cheer and teacher prep rally dance. Showing his pride for the later football game and his awareness for the breast cancer awareness theme.
Cheering For A Cure
November 6, 2025
Senior Nicci LeRoy posed as a student taking the PSAT.
Testing, Testing
October 29, 2025
The cello section practicing during dress rehearsal.
Playing with Fixed Wrists
October 16, 2025
Official flyer for the seasonal subscription created by directors, Tiffany Stratton and Amanda Gregory.
The Gift That Keeps Giving
October 1, 2025
Submitted Photo of the construction site where the CORE banners are hung.
Jag House Improvements
September 29, 2025
Theater's informational flyer for the Haunted House nights.
Theater Frights
October 27, 2025
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
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
Students mingling during the Homecoming dance.
HoCo FuN
October 15, 2025
Religion and Public Education
Religion and Public Education
September 5, 2025
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
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)
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May 7, 2025
WordroW of the Day (4/5/2025)
WordroW of the Day (4/5/2025)
May 5, 2025
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Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief

Senior Daniella Moreno is the Editor-In-Chief with five years of journalism experience. In her free time she volunteers with the Buda library and works at a boutique but loves to frolic with her friends when she has the chance. At school she competes in debate, criminal justice, UIL Journalism, and UIL Current Events while also holding leadership positions with Leo Club.

All content by Daniella Moreno
Follow Up: Voting Over 2025 Bond

Follow Up: Voting Over 2025 Bond

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
April 30, 2025

Voting on Bond 2025 for Hays Consolidated Independent School District (Hays CISD) will be on May 3. Voters need to cast their ballots in their home counties. This bond election is meant to combat the...

Junior Nicci LeRoy looks at book in the library.

Testing in Library Closes More Books

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
March 24, 2025

As a result of testing, the library was closed from Feb. 24 to March 7.  The JHS Library should not be consistently closed to cater to students testing.  By utilizing the library for testing throughout...

EJ Ocampo works to intercept and gain possession of the ball.

[Photo] Boys Varsity Score a Goal In Latest Match

March 12, 2025

EJ Ocampo works to intercept and gain possession of the ball.

Kinlee McGuire running to first base after hitting the ball.

[Photo] Softball Strikes A Win

Marco Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 3, 2025

Kinlee McGuire running to first base after hitting the ball.

Posed photo of the Rosettes dance team.

The Binding Spots on a Jaguar

Addison Powell and Daniella Moreno
February 26, 2025

The dance team, the Rosettes, competed at Dripping Springs High School on Feb. 21 and Feb. 22. They placed 1st Place Select Medium Team Hip Hop, 1st Place Select Medium Team Lyrical and became Select Medium...

Girls Soccer Captain Jadyn Jaeger dribbling the ball towards the goal net.

[Photo] Girls Varisty Soccer Take Home Win

February 26, 2025

Girls Soccer Captain Jadyn Jaeger dribbling the ball towards the goal net.

Sophomore Greer Sertel working to gain posession of the ball while shielding her opponent from gaining the ball.

Sophomore Greer Sertel working to gain posession of the ball while shielding her opponent from gaining the ball.

Senior Audrey Castsaneda running to kick the ball.

Senior Audrey Castsaneda running to kick the ball.

Varsity Captain Jadyn Jaeger attempting to kick the ball away from her Steele opponent.

Varsity Captain Jadyn Jaeger attempting to kick the ball away from her Steele opponent.

Drew Taylor working to grab the ball from her opponent.

[Photo] Girls Soccer Keeps On Kicking

February 19, 2025

Drew Taylor working to grab the ball from her opponent.

Theatre tech Sofia Gonzalez puts a microphone onto Anna Wilder for the press night performance of 'Legally Blonde Jr. The Musical' on Jan. 13. Gonzalez has been in the theatre program since the sixth grade, although she took a break her freshman year. "It was really fun," Gonzalez said. "It's something that I want to do in my future as a career."

Can You Give Me A Hand?

Behind-The-Scenes of Theatre
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
January 30, 2025

On stage, the actor finds their light and performs their line, but off stage the theatre techs are managing the lights and sound and the stagehands are getting ready to move props, all to make sure the...

Robotics Makes Their Way To Semi-Finals

Robotics Makes Their Way To Semi-Finals

Daniella Moreno and Ryan Griego
January 24, 2025

The robotics team competed at KIPP High School on Jan. 11. The Dynamics placed 5th and the Juggernauts placed 21st and they competed against 30 other schools. They will compete again at KIPP on Jan....

Junior Libby Phillips posing at the end of the song, 'What You Want', at the Legally Blond Jr. Musical performed for press night on Jan. 13.

[Photo] ‘What You Want’ Is To Watch Legally Blonde Jr. The Musical

Khloe Flores, Staff Writer
January 17, 2025

Junior Libby Phillips posing at the end of the song, 'What You Want', at the Legally Blond Jr. Musical performed for press night on Jan. 13.

Mack Martin running to lay up the ball.

Mack Martin running to lay up the ball.

Sophomore Mack Martin running while dribbling the ball and trying to block away his opponent.

Sophomore Mack Martin running while dribbling the ball and trying to block away his opponent.

Cole Price dribbling the ball.

[Photo] Boys Basketball Dunk Another Loss

January 15, 2025

Cole Price dribbling the ball.

La presidenta de CEDA, Mia Garza, vende una barra de chocolate a un estudiante en el área de recogida del autobús como parte de su recaudación de fondos de chocolate.

CEDA Recauda Dinero Para La Competicion

Daniella Moreno and Valeria Moncada
January 13, 2025

Los Clubes de Educación Distributiva de América (CEDA) continuarán vendiendo chocolates para recaudar fondos para sus competencias esta primavera. Los miembros venderán chocolates a $2 después de...

Student Trainer Zaniah Hoskins helping a JV football player with a nosebleed.

Training the Trainers

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
November 13, 2024

Student Trainer Zaniah Hoskins helping a JV football player with a nosebleed.

La presidenta de CEDA, Mia Garza, vende una barra de chocolate a un estudiante en el área de recogida del autobús como parte de su recaudación de fondos de chocolate.

DECA Raises Money For Competition

Daniella Moreno, Editor In Chief
January 9, 2025

The Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) will be continuing to sell chocolates to raise funds for their competitions this spring. The members will be selling the $2 chocolates after school in...

Sophomore Mack Martin throwing the ball into the net for a score.

Sophomore Mack Martin throwing the ball into the net for a score.

Junior Cole Price trying to prevent Clemens boys from grabbing the ball.

Junior Cole Price trying to prevent Clemens boys from grabbing the ball.

Junior Cole Price jumping into the air to push his team forward.

Junior Cole Price jumping into the air to push his team forward.

Freshmen James Armend jumping to lay up the basketball in the net.

Freshmen James Armend jumping to lay up the basketball in the net.

Junior Jayvonne Flores trying to block his opponent from gaining control of the basketball.

Junior Jayvonne Flores trying to block his opponent from gaining control of the basketball.

Junior Jayvonne Flores running to the net while dribbling the ball.

[Photo] Boy's Basketball Go Off-Court

January 8, 2025

Junior Jayvonne Flores running to the net while dribbling the ball.

Under Construction: Makaela Quintanilla decorating her house for the interior design class.

How to Build a Home 101

Jag's Explore Interior Design
Nicci Leroy, Josefa Campos, and Daniella Moreno
December 18, 2024

Senior Lady Jag Aniyah Soto dribbling the basktetball towards the net to win on Nov. 12 against Stony Point.

[Photo] Lady Jags Lay Up A New Season

Khloe Flores, Staff Writer
December 2, 2024

Senior Lady Jag Aniyah Soto dribbling the basktetball towards the net to win on Nov. 12 against Stony Point.

Voting Over 2025 Bond

Voting Over 2025 Bond

School Board Discusses New Projects
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
December 2, 2024

The school board met to discuss the May 2025 bond recommendation by the district's Facilities and Bond Oversight Committee (FBOC). Their meeting on Nov. 18 led to a vote and the recommendation was accepted.  From...

[left] President Mia Garza, Social Media Leslie, Jacquelynn Chavez, Lucero Hernandez, Isabella Leon, Carlos Longoria,Andrea Munoz, Secretary Madison Coats [right].

National Spanish Honor Society Inducts New Members

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
November 20, 2024

In order to keep honoring their Hispanic ancestry, the National Spanish Honor Society (NSHS) held a ceremony on Nov. 19 to introduce new members continuing their legacy. "It was definitely something...

Dribbling to Succeed Gabriella Mendoza runs to her team's court side to make a shot. At halftime, the Lady Jag's were down 17 v. 31 but their commitment to win maintained throughout the game. "During this picture, I was trying to break a full court press," Mendoza said. "I think I did my best."

Lady Jags Face Loss From Bowie

Game ends 47 v. 69
Daniella Moreno, Staff Writer
November 20, 2024

The choir students, friends and families recieving food at the Choir Friendsgiving dinner on Nov. 19.

Choir Celebrates Thanksgiving

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
November 20, 2024

Choir showed their thanks this holiday season by hosting a Friendsgiving for students, friends and families on Nov. 19. Their next event will be a Carol-Fest for the public on Dec. 3 at Creekside Villas...

In it to Win it Avery Kiefer makes her run down the court. The sophomore was able to improve her skills with the Nov. 19 game and learned more about what she needs for the next game. "I'm really excited," Kiefer said. "I think we'll do really good."

In it to Win it Avery Kiefer makes her run down the court. The sophomore was able to improve her skills with the Nov. 19 game and learned more about what she needs for the next game. "I'm really excited,"...

Passing for Success Georgia Gosey passes the ball to her teammates hoping they make point. Although most of the team's efforts fell through, they still continued to learn more about their skills and what they need to improve. "The game went good we could've played better but they just couldn't miss," Gosey said. "I could definitely improve on talking to my teammates more and getting over screens."

Passing for Success Georgia Gosey passes the ball to her teammates hoping they make point. Although most of the team's efforts fell through, they still continued to learn more about their skills and what...

Jump, Shoot, Win Bailey Barret jumping to make the ball in the net. The junior was able to help the team make points with her commitment and energy to win. "There were things we could learn from the game," Barret said. "And overall, we didn't play that bad and actually kept up with some points of the game."

Jump, Shoot, Win Bailey Barret jumping to make the ball in the net. The junior was able to help the team make points with her commitment and energy to win. "There were things we could learn from the game,"...

junior Bailey Barret at the Nov. 19 Lady Jags Basketball game against Bowie High School.

junior Bailey Barret at the Nov. 19 Lady Jags Basketball game against Bowie High School.

Stealing to Win Sophomore Aundrea Garcia attempting to steal the ball from her opponent. The efforts made by Garcia and her teammates would help them make the win. "It was pretty instense," Garcia said. "I was feeling like we got to win the game."

JV Lady Jags Basketball Beat Stony Point 37 – 29

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
November 18, 2024

Junior Ava Schlotterbeck waiting with Academic dean Tim Jacobson for her A Honor Roll award at the academic award ceremony on Oct. 30.

100 in the Greens and in the Grades

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
November 15, 2024

Swinging with the golf team is a sure way to succeed, on the greens and in school.  For the past three years, the golf team has not only exhibited highly acclaimed wins but their team have also had...

Ava Dornak performing the character Mr. Green in the performance of 'Clue' on Nov. 6.

[Photo] Case Closed

Chloe Youngkin, Staff Writer
November 12, 2024

Ava Dornak performing the character Mr. Green in the performance of 'Clue' on Nov. 6.

Junior Jasper Schiesoer performing as the character Wadsworth during the theatre's Clue performance.

[Photo] Give me a Clue

Ryan Griego-Rayo, Staff Writer
November 7, 2024

Junior Jasper Schiesoer performing as the character Wadsworth during the theatre's Clue performance.

Senior Joanna Mata with an 'I voted' sticker on her phone.

Polls Open, Opinions Arise

What Jag's say about voting
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
November 2, 2024

Polls for the presidential race will close on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. Voters must be 17 and 10 months old and have to be registered 30 days before the election date. With voting coming to an end in less...

Senior Debate president Cara Morris presenting her informative speech at Boerne High School on Oct. 19.

[Photo] Students debate at Boerne High School

Khloe Flores, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024

Senior Debate president Cara Morris presenting her informative speech at Boerne High School on Oct. 19.

Sheriff candidate sign on Buda Main Street to promote voting in upcoming election.

Voting Guide For Jag’s

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
October 25, 2024

Voting for the presidential election opened on  Oct. 21 and close in the evening on election day, Nov. 5. Students are eligible to vote if they are 17 years and 10 months old. They must be registered...

Homecoming King Mason Stock with Homecoming Queen Kaylee Rivera after being announced at the football game, Sep. 27.

Homecoming Dance Hosted For Sixth Year

Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
October 9, 2024

The sixth homecoming dance took place two weeks ago in the cafeteria for the student body. The night before the homecoming queen and king were announced, at the homecoming game. Kaylee Rivera won homecoming...

Senior president Kallina Rodriguez instructing new members on firearm safety during a building search.

[Photo] Criminal Justice Club Runs Drills

Avery Humphries, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
October 10, 2024

Senior president Kallina Rodriguez instructing new members on firearm safety during a building search.

Mia De La Rosa bumps the ball.

JV Volleyball Jaguars beat the San Marcos Rattlers

Match ends 2-0 on Sept. 13
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
September 16, 2024

Hailey Hinojosa stares towards audience as the team discusses their next move.

Varsity Volleyball Wins 3-1 Against San Marcos

Match against Rattlers on Sept. 13
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
September 16, 2024

Junior Sophie Haskell serving the ball.

Junior Sophie Haskell serving the ball.

Senior Kate Tietz prepared to block during the set.

Senior Kate Tietz prepared to block during the set.

Junior Mariah Castellanos holding up a recycling bag while collecting bins from classrooms on Sept. 12.

[Photo] Recycling for Change

Avery Humphries, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
September 30, 2024

Junior Mariah Castellanos holding up a recycling bag while collecting bins from classrooms on Sept. 12.

Alessandra Earls high fiving her teammate after scoring a point.

Alessandra Earls high fiving her teammate after scoring a point.

Sophomore Amaya Wellington spikes the ball.

Sophomore Amaya Wellington spikes the ball.

Freshmen Hudson Reed [left] runs into her teammate as they both try to bump the ball.

Freshmen Hudson Reed [left] runs into her teammate as they both try to bump the ball.

Sophomore Zoe Richardson serves the ball.

Sophomore Zoe Richardson serves the ball.

Senior Zaniah Hoskins filled with shock after winning the 3rd set against San Marcos.

Senior Zaniah Hoskins filled with shock after winning the 3rd set against San Marcos.

Junior Rileigh Butler joins team in joy over scoring the first point in the fourth set.

Junior Rileigh Butler joins team in joy over scoring the first point in the fourth set.

Senior Hailey Hinojosa [left] cheering alongside junior Adaleine Farrar [middle] and sophomore Treycee Creek [right].

Senior Hailey Hinojosa [left] cheering alongside junior Adaleine Farrar [middle] and sophomore Treycee Creek [right].

Varsity volleyball girl's pat hands with San Marcos Rattlers before their district match.

Varsity volleyball girl's pat hands with San Marcos Rattlers before their district match.

Junior Macy Phillips waving to the crowd.

Junior Macy Phillips waving to the crowd.

JV Black football team versus Cedar Ridge JV football team.

JV Football vs. Cedar Ridge JV Football

Junior varsity beats both Cedar Ridge junior varsity teams on Aug. 29
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
September 6, 2024

Senior Setter Alyssa Vega waving to the student section before the game against Bowie.

Girls Volleyball vs. Bowie Girls Volleyball

Varsity wins 3-1
Daniella Moreno, Editor-In-Chief
September 4, 2024

Running back Kael Hatnot running with the ball.

[Photo] Football’s First Touchdown

Chloe Youngkin, Copy Editor
September 6, 2024

Running back Kael Hatnot running with the ball.

Johnson Varsity team meeting head to head against the Cedar Ridge Varsity team.

Johnson Varsity team meeting head to head against the Cedar Ridge Varsity team.

The Rosette President (left) Kiahna Mustain, Co-Captain Addi Lindholm, (middle)Captain Skylar Powell, and (right) First Lieutenant Presley Lowden performing during the halftime show.

The Rosette President (left) Kiahna Mustain, Co-Captain Addi Lindholm, (middle)Captain Skylar Powell, and (right) First Lieutenant Presley Lowden performing during the halftime show.

Senior Jescelyn Johnston performing her solo dance with the color guard during their halftime performance.

Senior Jescelyn Johnston performing her solo dance with the color guard during their halftime performance.

Senior Flutist Carolynn Rheas performing her flute solo during the halftime show.

Senior Flutist Carolynn Rheas performing her flute solo during the halftime show.

The Marching Band members (left) Joshua Oates, (middle) Makenna Proulx, (right) Zephyr Rainey performing during the marching band.

The Marching Band members (left) Joshua Oates, (middle) Makenna Proulx, (right) Zephyr Rainey performing during the marching band.

Running back Kael Hatnot running down the field carrying the ball.

Running back Kael Hatnot running down the field carrying the ball.

Koryan Moye running with the ball.

Koryan Moye running with the ball.

Kicker Joe Margiotta punting the ball.

Kicker Joe Margiotta punting the ball.

JV Black team quarterback Chase Gregory running with the ball down the field.

JV Black team quarterback Chase Gregory running with the ball down the field.

JV Black team quarterback Chase Gregory scouting the field.

JV Black team quarterback Chase Gregory scouting the field.

JV Gold team football player

JV Gold team football player

JV Gold team running back Jason Beck with the ball.

JV Gold team running back Jason Beck with the ball.

JV cheerleader Karlee Logan smiling on the sidelines.

JV cheerleader Karlee Logan smiling on the sidelines.

JV Gold team football players

JV Gold team football players

JV cheerleader Jayda Borget rooting towards the crowd.

JV cheerleader Jayda Borget rooting towards the crowd.

Setter Macy Philips serving the ball.

Setter Macy Philips serving the ball.

Senior setter Brooklyn Myers serving the ball.

Senior setter Brooklyn Myers serving the ball.

Junior Setter Macy Philips setting the ball to the Bowie team.

Junior Setter Macy Philips setting the ball to the Bowie team.

JV volleyball player Hannah West serving the ball to the opposing team.

JV volleyball player Hannah West serving the ball to the opposing team.

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