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The Marquee

Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Maya Hernandez

Maya Hernandez, Photo Editor

Maya Hernandez is a senior and this is her third year on staff. Outside of photography her passions include avoiding finishing any of the paintings that she’s ever started on, decorating her room with as many cute, small objects as possible and buying any item of clothing that’s in a fun color. She’s looking forward to telling stories through her photos and to a great year on staff!

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Junior Luke Smith and a Lewsiville player reach for the ball,
which was passed by junior Zane Hicke.

Photos: Finishing strong

Maya Hernandez and Brooke Luther May 15, 2021

Editor's note: This photo story won first place for print photo stories in the ILPC contest. The varsity boys basketball team played against the Lewisville Farmers on Feb. 2. The Marauders started the...

"It’s made me believe that even in the tough times, late nights and seemingly unwinnable situations, it’s important to take a step back, take a breath and have some fun."

[Photo] Senior column: Signing off

Tara Connick May 20, 2021

"It’s made me believe that even in the tough times, late nights and seemingly unwinnable situations, it’s important to take a step back, take a breath and have some fun."

"I used to be quiet and never stood up for herself, and my mom spent my childhood trying to change that. It was like a switch was flipped my sophomore year of high school."

[Photo] Senior column: Like mother, like daughter

Madi Olivier May 21, 2021

"I used to be quiet and never stood up for herself, and my mom spent my childhood trying to change that. It was like a switch was flipped my sophomore year of high school."

It has been about a year since the COVID-19 pandemic put students' lives on hold, causing an increase in anxiety and loneliness.

[Photo] Lost connections

Sophia Craig and Shriya Mukkavilli April 12, 2021

It has been about a year since the COVID-19 pandemic put students' lives on hold, causing an increase in anxiety and loneliness.

Briarhill Middle School student Audrey Gronberg and her mother, Kim, welcomed donors during the bone marrow drive on Jan. 9. Over 300 people drove through to register
as donors.

[Photo] #AudreyStrong

Muna Nnamani April 9, 2021

Briarhill Middle School student Audrey Gronberg and her mother, Kim, welcomed donors during the bone marrow drive on Jan. 9. Over 300 people drove through to register as donors.

Photo: Beginner sports action

Photo: Beginner sports action

Maya Hernandez April 1, 2021

Editor’s note: This photo was named an honorable mention for beginner sports action in the ATPI Fall Photo Contest.

Photo: Beginner sports action

Photo: Beginner sports action

Maya Hernandez April 1, 2021

Editor’s note: This photo was named an honorable mention for beginner sports action in the ATPI Fall Photo Contest.

Photo: Beginner sports reaction

Photo: Beginner sports reaction

Maya Hernandez April 1, 2021

Editor’s note: This photo was named an honorable mention for beginner sports reaction in the ATPI Fall Photo Contest.

"When my parents talk to me in Telugu, I respond in English. Every time I try to open my mouth and speak it, the words catch and I stick to what’s safe.

[Photo] Column: Lost in translation

Shriya Mukkavilli April 18, 2021

"When my parents talk to me in Telugu, I respond in English. Every time I try to open my mouth and speak it, the words catch and I stick to what’s safe."

"A lot of people love their moms, but I can truly say that my mom is my best friend. She and I know each other so well that I can trust her with anything."

[Photo] Column: My first best friend

Sophia Craig April 7, 2021

"A lot of people love their moms, but I can truly say that my mom is my best friend. She and I know each other so well that I can trust her with anything."

SAT subject tests have been discontinued due to further development of the AP program.

[Photo] Changes made to SAT, AP tests

Vaibhav Sridhar April 7, 2021

SAT subject tests have been discontinued due to further development of the AP program.

Assistant Basketball Coach James Singleton instructs junior Christian Weddington during the game on Feb. 2.

[Photo] Ball in a new court

Hyunsung Na February 22, 2021

Assistant Basketball Coach James Singleton instructs junior Christian Weddington during the game on Feb. 2.

Junior Andrew Wang prepares to throw the ball onto the field during the Marauder's game against Rowlett High School on Jan. 16.

[Photo] Still kicking

Garrison Acree February 17, 2021

Junior Andrew Wang prepares to throw the ball onto the field during the Marauder's game against Rowlett High School on Jan. 16.

"As I got older and began to understand the world around me, the harsh reality of my impending future became scarier each day. As I continued to see not a single Blindian in positions of power and being successful, my dreams began to feel impossible."

[Photo] Guest column: Finally seeing me

Reya Mosby February 23, 2021

"As I got older and began to understand the world around me, the harsh reality of my impending future became scarier each day. As I continued to see not a single Blindian in positions of power and being...

"The tricky questions are meant to challenge a student’s ability to pick up on when an answer is false. But just because a student has trouble picking that up doesn’t mean they’re a failure."

[Photo] Column: Hardly a STAAR test

Garrison Acree March 10, 2021

"The tricky questions are meant to challenge a student’s ability to pick up on when an answer is false. But just because a student has trouble picking that up doesn’t mean they’re a failure."

Increased acceptance and representation has opened the door for more teens to identify as LGBTQ+ than previous generations.

[Photo] Finding pride

Madi Olivier, Sophia Craig, and Shriya Mukkavilli February 16, 2021

Increased acceptance and representation has opened the door for more teens to identify as LGBTQ+ than previous generations.

Senior and Black History Club president Tamyra Kelly helped plan the group’s events for Black History Month. Kelly also spoke at the MLK contest virtual celebration.

[Photo] Club adjusts its celebration of Black History Month

Shriya Mukkavilli and Muna Nnamani February 22, 2021

Senior and Black History Club president Tamyra Kelly helped plan the group’s events for Black History Month. Kelly also spoke at the MLK contest virtual celebration.

Junior Sydney Battiste came out when she was 11 years old. She identifies as bisexual.

[Photo] True colors

February 23, 2021

Junior Sydney Battiste came out when she was 11 years old. She identifies as bisexual.

Theatre director Denise Tooch sets up an iPad for senior Doris Olenkiewicz to attend class virtually.

[Photo] Musical canceled due to COVID-19

March 1, 2021

Theatre director Denise Tooch sets up an iPad for senior Doris Olenkiewicz to attend class virtually.

Senior Landon Bradley sings "Man or Muppet" from the film "The Muppets" for his talent entry.

Photo: Student life

Maya Hernandez January 9, 2021

Editor’s note: This photo won first place for print entertainment photos in the ILPC contest. It also won third place for beginner student life in the ATPI Fall Photo Contest. It was also named an excellent...

Senior Josh Clark was quarantined for two weeks after his mother tested positive for the virus.

[Photo] Virtual reality

Sophia Craig December 28, 2020

Senior Josh Clark was quarantined for two weeks after his mother tested positive for the virus.

"Asking students to pee in a cup and not accepting 'no' as an innocent answer also portrays to students that we are being regarded as delinquents. Whatever happened to innocent until proven guilty?"

[Photo] Editorial: Drug testing isn’t the best option for students

The Marquee Staff December 23, 2020

"Asking students to pee in a cup and not accepting 'no' as an innocent answer also portrays to students that we are being regarded as delinquents. Whatever happened to innocent until proven guilty?"

"It was clear why I was targeted. I stuck out because I was Asian and that was that."

[Photo] Column: Rebounding racism

Hyunsung Na December 28, 2020

"It was clear why I was targeted. I stuck out because I was Asian and that was that."

Head Coach Kevin Atkinson celebrates with the team after they secure the win against Plano.

[Photo] Photos: Marauders win Homecoming game

Brooke Luther and Maya Hernandez November 3, 2020

The Marauders prepare to block a Plano player during the Homecoming football game on Oct. 30.