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Lilah Schlanger

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter

Class of 2025

Hi! I like writing and design. I'm very happy to be apart of student press! I enjoy cheerleading, being with my friends and family, and listening to music.
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Full of excitement after successfully completing their routine, the cheerleaders hit the finishing pose. Fusion was the teams last performance with this team.

Cheer Celebrates New Teams In Annual Pinning Ceremony

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
April 16, 2024
With season 28 of the bachelor coming to a recent close, take this quiz to find out which hometown finalist youre most like!

What Bachelor Hometown Finalist are You?

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
April 3, 2024
In preparation for the upcoming total solar eclipse, Austin resident Erik Schlanger practices using solar eclipse glasses. Those planning to observe the total eclipse have been encouraged to use these special shaded lenses to protect their eyesight from the suns harsh rays.

Texas Prepares for Total Eclipse

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
March 29, 2024
Smiling wide, the flyers hit their final pose in the pyramid. The team had just hit the pyramid successfully.

Cheer Ends Year with Successful Fusion Performance

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
March 28, 2024
Mechanical issues have led to recent crashes involving Boeing planes. As a result, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented inspection and maintenance requirements before the planes could be returned to service. The safety of the flying public, not speed, will determine the timeline for returning these aircraft to service, the FAA said in a press release on Wednesday, Jan. 17.

Failure to Fly

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
February 16, 2024
Smiling wide, Maddy Serpas 24 and Francie Smith 24 pose for a photo before practice. The two Game Day Leaders have led the team through a successful year through their leadership and example.

Behind the Bow: Cheerleaders Maddy Serpas and Francie Smith Reflect on Leadership

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
February 14, 2024
Pushing through the final part of the routine, midway through their fight song, cheer looks to impress the judge with their energy and pep. The fight song closed up their routine well which gave the judges a lasting impression.

Cheer Takes Runner-Up Honors at Lago Vista Invitational

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
January 5, 2024
Ready to start the game the Warrior special teams unit lines up for the opening kickoff. The Warriors went into the day with a record 6-2 and determined to fight for a Freshman division playoff spot.

Freshman Football Dominates in Last Home Games

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
October 29, 2023

Courtside Conversations: Briana Martinez ’24

Lanier Harvey and Lilah Schlanger
October 14, 2023
Weston Franz 27 sprawls out to make a diving catch in the endzone. The Warriors struggled to score points through the air with only one touchdown on the day keeping the score close.

Freshman Football Extends Undefeated Season With Win Against Round Rock 10-8

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
September 22, 2023
Posing for a photo, math and robotics teacher Ms. Cindy Rodriguez smiles. Entering her first year teaching in her own classroom, Ms. Rodriguez is excited to share her passion for math with students and fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher.

STEM Teacher Ms. Rodriguez Inspires Students

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
September 21, 2023
Although the Supreme Court has ended affirmative action, colleges and students have found new ways to support diversity at their school.

Colleges Continue to Uphold Diversity After End Of Affirmative Action

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
July 22, 2023
Floridas HB 1557, more commonly known as the Dont Say Gay bill will harm LGBTQA+ youth and teachers.

The “Don’t Say Gay” Bill Will Have Lasting Effects On The LGBTQA+ Community

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
June 30, 2023
Smoke has overtaken parts of the Northeastern United States due to Canadian wildfires.

Canadian Wildfires Cause Smoke To Overtake Parts Of Northeastern United States

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter
June 30, 2023
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