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The student news site of Devine High School

The Warhorse

The student news site of Devine High School

The Warhorse

Devine High School's Official Student Newspaper
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Jenny’s Journal

Jennifer Wooldridge, Editor-in-Chief
May 9, 2014

My favorite story of all time is Peter Pan. The idea of escaping reality and maintaining my youth is this fabulous concept that I’ve always held in my heart. Being a teenager has been my life for the...

Pinching Pennies; Dorm Decorating

Jennifer Wooldridge, Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2014

A home away from home sounds like the perfect get-away to many graduating high school seniors. Settling into dorms, and starting a new chapter of their lives at a new school can’t come soon enough for...

Self-Confidence Isn’t Just a Word, It’s a Lifestyle!

Jennifer Wooldridge, Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2014

The term self-confidence itself has been overused making it seem redundant and useless. Although I still can be awkward, I don't take let anyone ruin any part of my newfound self-confidence. However, please...

Jenny’s Journal

Jennifer Wooldridge, Editor-in-Chief
February 21, 2014

What is the true meaning of happiness? It’s what we all live for, and what we ultimately want to achieve in all that we do. It can be found almost anywhere at anytime, but it is considered real happiness...

Jenny’s Journal

Jennifer Wooldridge, Editor-in-Chief
November 25, 2013

Things become hectic around this time of year. The holidays are almost here, college applications are due, semester exams and even scholarship applications: it seems like they all run together and you’re...

FCCLA Advances to Nationals

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Writer
May 21, 2013

Last week, April 10-13 the FCCLA chapter traveled to Dallas in order to compete in the state leadership conference. At this conference there were dances, general session, competitions and awards. “I...

Students watch the fatal crash in horror outside of the Student Activity Center.

Shattered Dreams Re-cap: Students Perform Live Reenactment of Distracted Driving

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
April 11, 2013

The shocked, terrified expressions on the student body’s faces as they stared at the horrible crash sight before them. Two cars totaled with students inside crashed, all as a re-enactment of a potential...

FCCLA Makes Their Way to State

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
April 11, 2013

FCCLA (Family Career Community Leaders of America) members have been preparing for the state competition. The state competition will be held in Dallas, Tx. Many of the STAR (Students Taking Action with...

Four-peat at UIL Literary Meet

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
April 11, 2013

DHS was on a roll once again at the District U.I.L meet. For the fourth year in a row the literary team has taken first at district and placed in events. There was a total of 34 placing. Among those...

Arabian Powerlifters Qualify for State

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
March 19, 2013

This past weekend, the Arabian powerlifters traveled to compete in the regional powerlifting meet. Exceeding their state qualifications, four of the Arabian powerlifters advanced to the state meet. From...

Shattered Dreams: Dangers of Underage Drinking

Shattered Dreams: Dangers of Underage Drinking

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2013

Shattered Dreams is an educational experience that reminds everyone the dangers of drinking and driving. The “Shattered Dreams” program involves the dramatization of an alcohol related crash on or...

Going ‘Green’

Going ‘Green’

Students make changes across campus and town.
Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2013

Many people do not fully understand what “Going Green” really is, when a person becomes “green” they don’t just recycle or reduce their use of nonrenewable products, this becomes a way of life....

Tanning...

Tanning…

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2013

When someone goes in to tan at a salon, there are a few different aspects that are considered before tanning. There are types of skin tones, times allowed inside and the ability to tan. “We give you...

Stop the Texts, Stop the Wrecks

Stop the Texts, Stop the Wrecks

Texting while driving is a real threat.
Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2013

The ring of a phone signaling a text message, two eyes looking down to read and reply, then suddenly the sickening crunch of metal being crushed like a potato chip. These are the fatal sights and sounds...

Crime Stoppers Goes to San Antonio for Conference

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2013

The Devine Crime Stoppers will be attending the 18th annual Texas Crime Stoppers Conference in San Antonio on Monday February 11th. They will be returning Wednesday February 13th at noon.  On Tuesday...

Devine FCCLA Travels to Regionals

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2013

The crisp windy air, smell of the ocean not far and the sounds of hundreds of teenagers practicing for the moment of their lives are all any FCCLA member can think about on February 1st. Everyone that...

Cx Debate Triumphs District, Advances to State

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2013

On February 6,2013 the CX debate teams competed in district. Out of the teams three of them placed. The following students placed in district; junior Kyle Saathoff and senior Ceasar Garza with first place,...

Pompa Provides Pavilion

Pompa Provides Pavilion

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
January 22, 2013

During the Christmas break most teens would prefer to stay at home or visit family. This was not the case for sophomore James Pompa. He spent most of his Christmas break building a pavilion for his fellow...

Senior Kelly Kaminski takes a picture  with her lambs after winning first place in the 2012 Hondo FFA Prospect Show.

Stockshow Showdown

Jennifer Wooldridge and Bryan Balli
January 22, 2013

The bright lights, smell of animals and the sight of victory is usually all one can think about in the months leading up to Stock Show. Contestants put many hours of their personal time doing various chores...

Junior Harley Shoemake fills out college information during the college fair.

Students Receive Answers

The Devine High School College Fair answers questions about the future.
Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
December 19, 2012

College can be a scary prospect if a student isn’t properly prepared. A college fair helps enlighten each student on what schools have to offer. Anywhere from tuition fees to textbook prices should...

More Than “Just” a Manager

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
December 19, 2012

Sports managers are the unsung heroes of the Devine Athletics Department and they have many responsibilities during their particular season.  Some people may not know the various jobs that a manager partakes...

FFA Heads to Indianapolis

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2012

The empty conference room, nervous silence, and butterflies in his stomach were all senior Christian Tumbarello could think about as he and his partner, junior Stephanie Barnett waited to give their science...

Homecoming Court with their fathers: Elyse Espinoza (freshman), Corinna Casas (senior), Wisper Nuyttens (senior), Tirzah Brogdon (senior), Virginia Delgado (senior), Josephine Guzman (sophomore), Victoria M. Hernandez (junior).

Sights, Sounds of Coming Home; Brogdon Crowned Homecoming Queen

Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
October 24, 2012

The smell of freshly cut grass, the sounds of family and friends cheering, and the sight of last year’s queen crowning the DHS 2012 Homecoming Queen. These are all familiar to senior Tirzah Brodgon;...

FISH-EYE View of Devine High School

Freshman freedom and excitement! Let's see what students have to say about their first year at DHS!
Jennifer Wooldridge, Staff Reporter
September 26, 2012

Freshmen have finally experienced what high school is like. Although some might have expected it to be frightening and intimidating, for most freshmen they have found it to be exciting and full of new...

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