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The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The tennis team placed second overall at the state tournament. (The Talon News)

Tennis Team Earns Second In State Tournament

November 1, 2021

This past week, the tennis team competed in the state tournament and earned second place overall. Six players were selected to the state all tournament singles teams and two doubles were selected for the...

The Argyle eagles varsity tennis team celebrates win over the Peaster Greyhounds on September 13, 2021. (Adam Mihok)

Tennis Team Rises to 2nd in State

Emily Kain, Reporter September 14, 2021

Since the Argyle tennis team was created in 2013, they have never seen the courts at Texas A&M University, aka the state finals for team tennis. But this year may be a different story. After a strong...

Afghanistans location is displayed on a globe. (Grant Parris | Talon News)

Evaluating the Afghani Evacuations

Grant Parris, Editor September 4, 2021

On August 30th, 2021, American armed forces ended all military operations in Afghanistan after a conflict in the country that spanned over two decades. This recent turn of events has been long in play,...

Eagles take the game vs Nolan Catholic at Allen High School Stadium on August 29, 2021. ( Nick West | The Talon News )

Eagles Dominate Against Nolan Catholic

Sam Mykel, Editor August 29, 2021

After 254 days had passed since the Eagles state championship on December 18 of last year, the Eagles finally were able to get back onto the field and defeat Nolan Catholic in the Tom Landry Classic.  Despite...

The Academic UIL teams won district on March 24, 2021 at Argyle High School (Photo Courtesy Stacy Short)

UIL Teams Break School Record at District

Laini Ledet and Laney Richardson April 13, 2021

After a strong showing in the District UIL meet, the school had 42 students advance to the Regional UIL Meet on April 16-17.  “UIL Academics encompasses rigorous testing and competition in all areas...

Online students face  challenges different from those at in-person school (Laini Ledet/The Talon News).

Effects of the Pandemic

Laini Ledet and Laney Richardson March 4, 2021

Prior to COVID-19, teenagers were already experiencing amounts of stress due to both their academics and overall personal development. When COVID-19 hit, it affected all teens in both positive and negative...

The Majestics earned many awards at their first contest (Photo courtesy AHS Majestics).

Majestics Sweep

Ashlynn Roberts, Editor in Chief March 1, 2021

This past weekend, the Majestics dance team competed in their first contest of the year.  The varsity team was named Grand Champion of the Small Select Division Winners! Varsity Results: Super Sweepstakes...

This is what the workspace of a virtual learner oftentimes looks like (Laney Richardson I The Talon News).

Virtual Learning Versus Face to Face Learning

Laini Ledet and Laney Richardson February 11, 2021

While everyone is experiencing a world turned upside down due to COVID-19, students and teachers are making their best efforts to continue learning remotely and in-person. Although no one was prepared...

Technology and social media have become a large part of school due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  (Laney Richardson I The Talon News)

Social Media’s Effects On Students 

Laini Ledet and Laney Richardson January 29, 2021

Social media has become a substantial factor in most young people’s everyday lives and has not only completely changed the way our world communicates but also how we interact with each other. Although...

The Argyle Eagles narrow down the competition in a wild and harrowing round of senior assassin, photo replicated in Argyle, Texas on January 15, 2021. (Katie Ray | The Talon News)

Senior Game Promotes Unity

To bring the grade together, the senior class began a mass game of “senior assassin,” with 26 teams of three, spanning from October to January.  “It’s all about two different teams going against...

Virtual students meet through google meets (Nicholas West/The Talon News)

District Approves Four Virtual Instruction Days For Spring Semester

Ashlynn Roberts, Director of Productions January 5, 2021

Argyle ISD has approved four virtual instruction days for the spring semester to allow teachers and staff members additional planning time. Students will have only online instruction on the following days:...

The Argyle band claimed the 4A State Marching Band Championship on Dec. 14, 2020 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, TX (Photo Courtesy of Britt Flaten)

Band Wins State, Avenges Second Place Finish in 2018

Ashlynn Roberts, Director of Productions December 17, 2020

Despite an unexpected year full of hardships, the Argyle Band finished one of its most successful seasons ever and was named the 2020 4A Marching Band State Champions.  “When I found out we won,...

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