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Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Emily Lundell

Emily Lundell, Managing and Photo Editor

Emily Lundell is an early-grad senior. When she’s not working at JCPenney, she’s taking pictures, helping write her friends’ college essays, spending hours on photoshop editing photos of her cats, and online shopping. She’s beyond excited to continue making amazing memories and produce the last Marquee publications of 2019!

Check out her playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/user/mhsmarquee/playlist/5rMfqKMqnGrdMHRb7jACNj?si=2uQ2rEI5QpK1d2lytsQkLg

All content by Emily Lundell
"My tie-dye leg isn’t something that defines me by any means, but it has brought me to a sport that plays an integral part of my identity."

[Photo] Senior column: Perfect imperfection

Adriana Pueskens May 15, 2020

"My tie-dye leg isn’t something that defines me by any means, but it has brought me to a sport that plays an integral part of my identity."

The Global Climate Strike, an environmental conservation organization, held a rally on Friday, Nov. 29 in order to let the government know they want climate action. 40 people attended, brought signs, and marched as a group up and down W. 7th  in the rain while shouting chants that encouraged activism.

Photo: Climate change rally

Emily Lundell May 2, 2020

Editor's note: this photo was named as an honorable mention for online general news photos in the ILPC contest. 

"The platform for liberals is presented as a party for the people. They
are supposed to help everyone, no matter
their race, religion, gender, sexuality, age
or socioeconomic status. This is similar to
the message of Christians — to love and
help all."

[Photo] Column: Tug of war

Reya Mosby April 30, 2020

"I never hid my faith from anybody, and this led to me being questioned time and time again about it."

"That hug always felt like home. I felt safe and at peace. But as years passed, that hug changed."

[Photo] Column: An angel’s smile

Michael Minton May 1, 2020

"That hug always felt like home. I felt safe and at peace. But as years passed, that hug changed."

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

[Photo] Prescription prevalence

Kendall Cooper April 29, 2019

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

"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."

[Photo] Educating students about drugs is necessary

Marquee Staff April 26, 2019

"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...

Senior Marquette officer Bella Fortino leads her line onto the field to greet the players at the start of the Sept. 13 football game. The Marquettes recently decided to postpone their annual spring show and auditions in response to COVID-19.

[Photo] Marquettes postpone auditions, spring show due to COVID-19

Madi Olivier April 5, 2020

Senior Marquette officer Mariah Wheeler performs in front of the crowd during the Sept. 13 football game.

The Marquettes raise their pom poms in the air during a pep rally earlier in the school year. The Marquettes recently decided to postpone their annual spring show and auditions in response to COVID-19.

The Marquettes raise their pom poms in the air during a pep rally earlier in the school year. The Marquettes recently decided to postpone their annual spring show and auditions in response to COVID-19.

Senior Marquette officer Bella Fortino leads her line onto the field to greet the players at the start of the game.

[Photo] Marauders prepare for home opener

Samson George September 12, 2019

Senior Marquette officer Bella Fortino leads her line onto the field to greet the players at the start of the game.

“I will forever be proud to come from a family that is El Paso strong.”

[Photo] Column: El Paso strong

Samantha Thornfelt October 3, 2019

“I will forever be proud to come from a family that is El Paso strong.”

This will be the second time this school year that puppies visit students in the library. In September, two puppies spent the day on campus, playing with excited students and faculty.

[Photo] Puppy love in the library

Madi Olivier December 19, 2019

This will be the second time this school year that puppies visit students in the library. In September, two puppies spent the day on campus, playing with excited students and faculty.

The puppies that visited in September were kept in a playpen on the floor of the library, where students could easily reach out to pet them and play. However, the huskies coming to campus tomorrow morning are younger and therefore more fragile than those that visited earlier this year, so they will likely be kept behind the desk unless they are being held.

The puppies that visited in September were kept in a playpen on the floor of the library, where students could easily reach out to pet them and play. However, the huskies coming to campus tomorrow morning...

This will be the second time this school year that puppies visit students in the library. In September, two puppies spent the day on campus, playing with excited students and faculty.

This will be the second time this school year that puppies visit students in the library. In September, two puppies spent the day on campus, playing with excited students and faculty.

The puppies that visited in September were kept in a playpen on the floor of the library, where students could easily reach out to pet them and play. However, the huskies coming to campus tomorrow morning are younger and therefore more fragile than those that visited earlier this year, so they will likely be kept behind the desk unless they are being held.

The puppies that visited in September were kept in a playpen on the floor of the library, where students could easily reach out to pet them and play. However, the huskies coming to campus tomorrow morning...

The Global Climate Strike, an environmental conservation organization, held a rally on Friday, Nov. 29 in order to let the government know they want climate action. 40 people attended, brought signs, and marched as a group up and down W. 7th  in the rain while shouting chants that encouraged activism.

[Photo] Impact of climate change sparks debate

Nikhita Ragam and Shriya Mukkavilli December 13, 2019

The Global Climate Strike, an environmental conservation organization, held a rally on Friday, Nov. 29 in order to let the government know they want climate action. 40 people attended, brought signs, and...

However, maybe if I didn’t drink a gallon of coffee a day or actually drank milk like my grandma told me when I was a kid, I’d be 5’5” instead of 5’2”.

[Photo] Column: Being fun sized is not that fun

Ayra Charania December 12, 2019

However, maybe if I didn’t drink a gallon of coffee a day or actually drank milk like my grandma told me when I was a kid, I’d be 5’5” instead of 5’2”.

Senior Emma Eidmann presents the colors alongside other AFJROTC students, representing the Marauders prior to the Homecoming football game.

[Photo] Flying past the competition

Adriana Pueskens December 12, 2019

Senior Emma Eidmann holds the rifle as she marches with fellow AFJROTC cadets in the Battle of the Axe pep rally. She represents her school during the presentation of the flags at many pep rallies and...

Senior linebacker Ethan Barr finished the season with 88 tackles, five sacks, two interceptions and two forced fumbles.

[Photo] Key players

December 10, 2019

Senior linebacker Ethan Barr finished the season with 88 tackles, five sacks, two interceptions and two forced fumbles.

Senior running back Ty'son Edwards looks at the Lewisville players around him as he runs with the ball during the Battle of the Axe.

[Photo] Key games

December 10, 2019

Senior running back Ty'son Edwards looks at the Lewisville players around him as he runs with the ball during the Battle of the Axe.

LISD Locksmith Debnes Magnes credits her faith for helping her discover her passion for butterfly gardening. She wants to share it with others and always has kind words for everyone.

[Photo] Butterfly effect

Madi Olivier December 10, 2019

LISD Locksmith Debnes Magnes credits her faith for helping her discover her passion for butterfly gardening. She wants to share it with others and always has kind words for everyone.

"While I’ve found a new passion in the newsroom and have cut down on my time in the gym, I’ll always be the little girl that fell in love with the sport and wore her team shirt with pride."

[Photo] Column: More than just a sport

Madi Olivier December 11, 2019

"While I’ve found a new passion in the newsroom and have cut down on my time in the gym, I’ll always be the little girl that fell in love with the sport and wore her team shirt with pride."

"My toxic obsession with perfection is something that I may always struggle with, but asking for help was light at the end of a long and dark tunnel."

[Photo] Column: Look for the light

Reya Mosby December 9, 2019

"My toxic obsession with perfection is something that I may always struggle with, but asking for help was light at the end of a long and dark tunnel."

The local area offers many festive events to spread Christmas cheer. Pictured is the large Christmas tree from last year's Village Glow event in the Shops of Highland Village.

[Photo] Merry and bright

Samantha Thornfelt December 6, 2019

The local area offers many festive events to spread Christmas cheer. Pictured is the large Christmas tree from last year's Village Glow event in the Shops of Highland Village.

Junior Marquette officer Emily Reynolds performs during halftime at the football game against the Irving MacArthur Cardinals on Nov. 2. The Marauders won 49-13.

[Photo] November in photos

The Marquee Staff December 2, 2019

Junior Marquette officer Emily Reynolds performs during halftime at the football game against the Irving MacArthur Cardinals on Nov. 2. The Marauders won 49-13.

"No matter where I go, I feel my freedom to express myself being clamped down. Instead of Muslim women changing themselves for the world, the world should accept our clothes and us."

[Photo] Column: My wardrobe crisis

Ayra Charania October 3, 2019

"No matter where I go, I feel my freedom to express myself being clamped down. Instead of Muslim women changing themselves for the world, the world should accept our clothes and us."

"Sharks killing of humans is accidental, but the same can’t be said for humans. Man’s slaughter of sharks is purposeful."

[Photo] Column: Predator or prey

Alyssa Cheatham October 3, 2019

"Sharks killing of humans is accidental, but the same can’t be said for humans. Man’s slaughter of sharks is purposeful."

"I’ve accepted that not everyone around me will eat the same way I do. The only time I have a problem is when people try to convince me to eat meat while ignoring the fact that I can’t and I won’t."

[Photo] Column: Me and my diet

Shriya Mukkavilli November 19, 2019

"I’ve accepted that not everyone around me will eat the same way I do. The only time I have a problem is when people try to convince me to eat meat while ignoring the fact that I can’t and I won’t."

At their last game, the Marauders came out on top of the Irving MacArthur Cardinals 49-13. The team is looking to keep up their winning streak at they prepare to play for the axe.

[Photo] Marauders prepare for Battle of the Axe

Samson George November 7, 2019

At their last game, the Marauders came out on top of the Irving MacArthur Cardinals 49-13. The team is looking to keep up their winning streak at they prepare to play for the axe.

This is the third time in the program's history that the football team became district champions. They achieved it in 1995 and 1997.

[Photo] Marauders are district champions

November 3, 2019

This is the third time in the program's history that the football team became district champions. They achieved it in 1995 and 1997.

The Marquettes performed a routine with young kids during the game.

The Marquettes performed a routine with young kids during the game.

The Marquettes perform at every football game, and they were joined by family members for the game. Pictured is senior Marquette Officer Mariah Wheeler with her dad.

The Marquettes perform at every football game, and they were joined by family members for the game. Pictured is senior Marquette Officer Mariah Wheeler with her dad.

The Marquettes performed a family dance at the game to celebrate senior night.

The Marquettes performed a family dance at the game to celebrate senior night.

Senior Marquette officer Mariah Wheeler performed with her dad in the family dance. Wheeler has been a Marquette officer since she was a junior, and the game celebrated her and other seniors.

Senior Marquette officer Mariah Wheeler performed with her dad in the family dance. Wheeler has been a Marquette officer since she was a junior, and the game celebrated her and other seniors.

After the game, the Marquettes celebrated the win.

After the game, the Marquettes celebrated the win.

Head Coach Kevin Atkinson celebrated on the sidelines as his players got another win, securing Atkinson's 100th career victory.

Head Coach Kevin Atkinson celebrated on the sidelines as his players got another win, securing Atkinson's 100th career victory.

The Marauders prepared for play in front of a cheering crowd.

The Marauders prepared for play in front of a cheering crowd.

Mrs. Talley’s food science class glazed their cinnamon rolls after taking them out of the oven. This lab lasted three days as they made the dough, cinnamon filling, and glaze all from scratch.

[Photo] October in photos

The Marquee Staff October 30, 2019

Mrs. Talley’s food science class glazed their cinnamon rolls after taking them out of the oven. This lab lasted three days as they made the dough, cinnamon filling, and glaze all from scratch.

Mrs. Talley’s food science class glazed their cinnamon rolls after taking them out of the oven. This lab lasted three days as they made the dough, cinnamon filling, and glaze all from scratch.

Mrs. Talley’s food science class glazed their cinnamon rolls after taking them out of the oven. This lab lasted three days as they made the dough, cinnamon filling, and glaze all from scratch.

Senior Ryan Mouakket was inspired to give tennis a shot in sixth grade while watching it on TV with his dad. He now aspires to earn a state title.

[Photo] Game, set, match

Ayra Charania October 30, 2019

Throughout his tennis career, Mouakket has struggled with minor injuries including tendinitis in his shoulders and wrists, a common impairment among tennis players. He has had to pull out of tournaments...

Duke gives senior Rebecca Wittek a hug after demonstrating tricks. Rebecca has been training Duke by bribing him with treats.

[Photo] Tamed and trained

Madi Olivier October 28, 2019

Duke gives senior Rebecca Wittek a hug after demonstrating tricks. Rebecca has been training Duke by bribing him with treats.

Football won the homecoming game 60-0 (pictured). The Marauders also came out on top last week 15-7 against Coppell.

[Photo] Taking the mound

Samson George October 24, 2019

Football won the homecoming game 60-0 (pictured). The Marauders also came out on top last week 15-7 against Coppell.

"I’m aware that ninety nine percent of the time I’m overanalyzing everything, but the constant fear of the other one percent makes it impossible to feel any reassurance. This doesn’t make me weak, and neither are the thousands of other girls that go through their days plagued by the same fear."

[Photo] Column: Fighting the fear

Madi Olivier October 3, 2019

"I’m aware that ninety nine percent of the time I’m overanalyzing everything, but the constant fear of the other one percent makes it impossible to feel any reassurance. This doesn’t make me weak,...