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The Marquee

Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Junior recovers from Xanax addiction

Junior recovers from Xanax addiction

Chloe White April 29, 2019

Editor's note: This story was a part of the in-depth package of our April 26, 2019 issue, which won best series or project in the Dallas Morning News high school journalism contest. It also won second...

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According to a Marquee poll of 300 students, 20 percent think that prescription drugs are safer than illegal drugs. Half are unsure.

Prescription prevalence

Teen prescription drug abuse affects community
Kendall Cooper April 29, 2019

Editor's note: This story was a part of the in-depth package of our April 26, 2019 issue, which won best series or project in the Dallas Morning News high school journalism contest. It also won second...

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"Keeping this conversation open and being honest with teenagers will bridge the gap of trust and allow them to feel safe when asking questions, voicing concerns or reaching out for help to the adults around them."

Educating students about drugs is necessary

Marquee Staff April 26, 2019

Editor's note: This story was a part of the in-depth package of our April 26, 2019 issue, which won best series or project in the Dallas Morning News high school journalism contest. It also won second...

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Embracing race

Embracing race

Reya Mosby April 26, 2019

Editor’s note: this column won third place for opinion in the Press Women of Texas high school contest. It also won first place and Tops in Texas for print personal opinion columns in the ILPC contest.  “I’m...

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On a roll

Where to get the best sushi in town
Samantha Thornfelt April 26, 2019

Editor's note: this story was named as an honorable mention for print entertainment reviews in the ILPC contest.  SushiYaa $ 3/5 stars SushiYAA is a great place to get a quick, fresh meal on a budget....

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Legal consequences of prescription drugs

Legal consequences of prescription drugs

Kendall Cooper April 26, 2019

Editor's note: This story was a part of the in-depth package of our April 26, 2019 issue, which won best series or project in the Dallas Morning News high school journalism contest. It also won second...

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Finally Free

Finally Free

Senior overcomes drug dependency
Ava Bush April 26, 2019

Editor's note: This story was a part of the in-depth package of our April 26, 2019 issue, which won best series or project in the Dallas Morning News high school journalism contest. It also won second...

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Senior Bri Johnson stands with her parents, Brett and Christie Johnson, holding the Schmidt and Jones Award that she won for her costumes in “Hairspray.” She won the same award last year for her costumes in the “Beauty and the Beast.”

Pins and needles

Senior recognized for designs and costumes
Reya Mosby April 25, 2019

Editor's note: this story won second place for online entertainment features in the ILPC contest.  The last notes of the song that filled the large theatre were soon drowned out by the roar of applause...

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Recognize signs of abuse before it’s too late

Recognize signs of abuse before it’s too late

Marquee Staff April 2, 2019

Editor’s note: this story won second place for editorials in the Press Women of Texas high school contest.  Being controlling, possessive or violent are red flags that appear early in abusive relationships....

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Behind closed doors

Behind closed doors

Teen recovers from abusive relationship
Reya Mosby, Writer April 2, 2019

As Kate* sat listening to her teacher lecture, her mind drifted back her to relive childhood memories. Preschooler Kate sat playing with her toys. She stopped when her dad, Rick*, stumbled through the...

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On senior Peyton Mowl’s last birthday, the Marquettes held a 5k marathon and dressed in their full uniforms to send off the runners. Peyton’s family was in the crowd cheering with her. Jacob loved to watch his sister perform in the Marquettes.

Guardian angel

Senior's family copes with loss of freshman
Reya Mosby, Writer March 22, 2019

Editor’s note: this story won first place for features in the Press Women of Texas high school contest before going on to win second place for features in the National Federation of Press Women contest.  It...

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Junior Marissa Munster says her beads physically show all she has been through since last July. The strand contains 108 beads and charms she collected throughout her 46 days in the hospital.

Beads of courage

Junior recovers after serious jet ski accident
Samantha Thornfelt, News editor March 22, 2019

Editor’s note: this story was named as an excellent feature in the TAJE Best in Texas contest. It also won third place for features in the Press Women of Texas high school contest and second place for...

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