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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
Submitted drawing by Hazel Barksdale
Back to School, Back to Olden Days
September 7, 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
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
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)
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
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Jag Journal

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Hazel Barksdale

Hazel Barksdale, Assistant Editor in Chief

Senior Hazel Barksdale is the newspaper Assistant Editor in Chief. She only has a few months of journalism experience, but she is excited to continue writing and exploring her curiosities. In her free time, she enjoys playing in the JHS orchestra, reading books, and practicing kickboxing at a martial arts gym.

All content by Hazel Barksdale
Students mingling during the Homecoming dance.

HoCo FuN

Homecoming celebrations kicks off an exuberant 25-'26 school year
Hazel Barksdale, Assistant Editor in Chief
October 15, 2025

Six-inch heels lie abandoned while their owners party it up on the dance floor. Friends greet each other and exclaim over how nice everyone looks. Jaguars survey the crowd and feel a sense of camaraderie...

Submitted Photo of the construction site where the CORE banners are hung.

Jag House Improvements

JHS Construction Nears Completion
Hazel Barksdale, Assistant Editor in Chief
September 29, 2025

Construction projects at JHS are beginning to wrap up, giving students and staff more space for a better learning environment. Two new facilities are being completed during the 2025-2026 school year. The...

Submitted drawing by Hazel Barksdale

Back to School, Back to Olden Days

Students Relinquish Tech as JHS Enforces State Cell Phone Ban
Hazel Barksdale, Staff Writer
September 7, 2025

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1481 into law on June 20, requiring that Texas public school districts prohibit students from using cell phones during the school day.  Texas has joined...

Prom flyer

A Night Under The Lanterns

Everything You Need To Know About Prom 2025
Hazel Barksdale, Staff Writer
April 7, 2025

Prom is at the Hyatt Regency on April 12 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $100 from Mar. 31 to Apr. 9. Students can purchase tickets by accessing the QR codes around the school and in the...

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