The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon
The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon
The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon
Cate Clark

Cate Clark, GoPhoto Manager

Cate Clark is Go Photo and scheduling manager for The Talon News. Currently a junior, this is her second year as a member of the Talon staff and her first time a part of the UIL film team. Outside of journalism, she is the Public Relations officer of the National Honor Society. In her free time, she pursues her passion for photography, listens to music throughout the day, hangs out with her friends and family, watches scary movies, and is always taking photos of the sunset.

Awards:

2021:

TAJE Fall Fiesta

  •  Honorable Mention First Year Photo

Celebrating Art

  • Published artwork in the “Celebrating Art” book

TAJE Best in Texas

  • Honorable Mention Feature Photo

2022:

ILPC

  • First Place Entertainment Photo

  • First Place Computer Art

  • First Place Multimedia Package

  • Third Place Multimedia Package

All content by Cate Clark
English teacher Jennifer Hadley was named Teacher of the Year on April 19, 2023.

Hadley Named Teacher of the Year

Cate Clark
May 17, 2023
On August 3, 2022, the bird stands on the Caddo Lake in Texas. This photo won second place in the ATPI Animal photography category.

A high school student experiences distress while purchasing Taylor Swift's, "The Era's Tour," tickets on December seventh, 2022 in Argyle, Texas.

Ticketmaster Scams Taylor Swift’s Fandom

Cate Clark, Go-Photo Manager
December 6, 2022
The Argyle Eagles defeat the Lovejoy Leopards at the Leopard Stadium in Lucas, Texas on September 2, 2022. The Argyle Eagles defeated the Lovejoy Leopards with a final score of 56-49.

[Photo] Homecoming Carnival

October 7, 2022
The Argyle Eagles defeat the Lake Dallas Falcons at the Argyle Eagle Stadium in Argyle, Texas on October 7, 2022. The Argyle Eagles defeated the Lake Dallas Falcons with a final score of 30-14.

[Photo] Eagle Homecoming vs Lake Dallas Highlights

October 11, 2022
The Argyle Eagles defeat the Lake Dallas Falcons at the Argyle Eagle Stadium in Argyle, Texas on October 7, 2022. The Argyle Eagles defeated the Lake Dallas Falcons with a final score of 30-14.

[Photo] Argyle Eagle Football Vs. Lake Dallas

October 7, 2022

Angel Tree Brings Hope

Izzy Lester, Cate Clark, Brady Sanberg, and Ashley Henderson
November 1, 2022
Junior Regan Dillon and Senior Presley Allen commiserate over their region semi-final loss to Iowa Park at the Bowie Jackrabbit's Softball Field in Bowie, Texas on May 28, 2022. The Bowie Jackrabbits defeated the Lady Eagles with a final score of 10-4.

Mental Health Tolls on Student-Athletes

Cate Clark, Go-Photo Manager
October 28, 2022
The Eagle band wins first place in their first competition of the season.

[Photo] Band Wins ‘Sounds of Fall’

Jonah Bird, Reporter
October 3, 2022
The majestic's prepare before the football game against Wilmer-Hutchins at the Argyle Eagle Stadium on November 11, 2021.

[Photo] Dancing On Trophies

Ashley Henderson, Editor
June 1, 2022
On April 22, 2022, the Argyle High School's Art Honor Society hosts an art gallery for the public at the Argyle Middle School.

On April 22, 2022, the Argyle High School's Art Honor Society hosts an art gallery for the public at the Argyle Middle School.

On April 22, 2022, the Argyle High School's Art Honor Society hosts an art gallery for the public at the Argyle Middle School.

On April 22, 2022, the Argyle High School's Art Honor Society hosts an art gallery for the public at the Argyle Middle School.

On April 22, 2022, the Argyle High School's Art Honor Society poses for a photo at their booth at the Argyle Middle School.

On April 22, 2022, the Argyle High School's Art Honor Society hosts an art gallery for the public at the Argyle Middle School.

On April 22, 2022, the Argyle High School's Art Honor Society hosts an art gallery for the public at the Argyle Middle School.

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Seniors Bryce Roberts, Vidit Tripathi, Jasmine Ball, and Alex Gomez set a new record for the most Argyle students to be named National Merit Semi-finalists.

Instructional aides are an integral part of the education system, providing support to both students and staff.

[Photo] Sub Shortage Forces Inequity In Pay

Ashley Henderson, Editor
February 22, 2022
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At the Argyle High School stadium, senior Connor Webster dribbles the ball on January 25.

Hobby Lobby sets out decorations for St. Patricks Day on February 19, 2022.

Hobby Lobby sets out decorations for St. Patricks Day on February 19, 2022.

[Photo] Saint Patrick's Day Pinches Fun out of the Holiday

February 23, 2022
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Senior Carlin Clark, sings her solo, Somewhere Over The Rainbow, as Dorthy Gale in The Wizard of Oz on January 20, 2022, in the new Argyle High School Auditorium. (©The Talon News | Cate Clark)

Grant Wright performs as Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz on January 20, 2022, in the new Argyle High School Auditorium. (The Talon News | Cate Clark)

Senior Carlin Clark stars as Dorthy Gale along side, Grant Wright as Tin Man, Srimaan Kolanakuduru as Scarecrow, and Levi Pabst as Lion in The Wizard of Oz. They perfromed on January 20, 2022, in the new Argyle High School Auditorium.

‘The Wizard of Oz’ Opens New Auditorium

Izzy Lester and Cate Clark
January 27, 2022
Senior Kimberly Giese is crowned homecoming queen on Oct. 22 at Eagle Stadium in Argyle, Texas. Following the announcement she and her close friend Sophie Slaton celebrate the achievement. (Cate Clark | The Talon News)

[Photo] ‘Coming Home’

Alex Daggett, Special Contributor
October 22, 2021
Senior performer Jenna Schnabel partakes in her first lead role on Jan. 20 in Argyle, Texas. Schnabel, plays the role of the Wicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz at Argyle High School. (Cate Clark | The Talon News)

Chief of police Paul Cairney leads a group of local veterans in a salute to the American flag on Nov. 5 at Eagle stadium in Argyle, Texas. Cairney, a veteran himself, organized the moment as a memorial to those who lost their lives serving the country. (Cate Clark | The Talon News)

[Photo] Honoring Local Argyle Veterans

November 22, 2021
Using graphite and acrylic paints, Cate Clark draws a rendition of “The Tin Man” on Sept. 20 in Argyle, Texas. The Tin Man is one of the protagonists in The Wizard of Oz which will be performed at Argyle High School in 2022. (Cate Clark | The Talon News)

Passengers on Dec. 26 United Airlines flight back from Kalispell, Montana, are required to wear a face mask under new COVID-19 restrictions. (Cate Clark | The Talon News)

[Photo] Airline Mask Mandates Not Enough

January 27, 2022
At the Argyle High School stadium, senior Kaley Robison dribbles the ball down the feild on January 25.

At the Argyle High School stadium, freshman Austin Roberts dribbles the ball on January 25.

At the Argyle High School stadium, senior Caden Dodson scores a goal against the Decatur Eagles on January 25.

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Grant Wright performs as Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz on January 20, 2022, in the new Argyle High School Auditorium.

Senior Caroline Lyles deflects ball during game against Timber Creek on December 10, 2021.

Making a Name for Herself

Izzy Lester, Cate Clark, and Brady Sanberg
December 10, 2021
As the meeting takes place on December 1, Sasa King analyzes thoughts with UNICEF at the Argyle High School about Angel Tree. Some upcoming events are the daddy-daughter dance in February and a color run. “Angel Tree is where we buy gifts for kids who won’t have Christmas gifts this year because their parents can’t buy them presents,” sophomore Sasa King said. “It means a lot to me because I think it’s important that we’re trying to understand how other people feel that aren’t receiving gifts and aren’t as privileged as us.”

During the UNICEF meeting, on December 1 the members discuss plans for upcoming events at the Argyle High School. Alex Daggett has been in UNICEF for three years and this year is the president alongside the vice president, Nicholas West. “I was inspired to join UNICEF because I’ve always had a strong passion for helping people in any way that I can and I’m a big believer in charity work and UNICEF is a great way to do that,” senior Alex Daggett said.

Putting in the hours for numerous years, sophomore Gabby Campbell practices on November 17 in the Argyle Eagle gym to perfect her skills. Campbell started on the varsity basketball team her freshman year alongside senior Bailey Timmons. “Having Bailey be there to guide us, be a leader on the team, and help us through everything because we didn’t really know what we were doing,” Campbell said. “One bad thing was that I wasn’t that experienced being in the big games and it was very stressful.” (Cate Clark|The Talon News)

One of Campbell’s teammates, Sophomore Mallory Millington works hard in the Argyle Eagle gym on November 17. Millington is a move-in this year from Illinois. “Knowing that if something bad happens, or doesn’t play out the way it’s supposed to, I know my teammates will have my back,” Campbell said. (Cate Clark | The Talon News)

During practice on November 17, Kendall Baker shoots her shot from the paint in the Argyle Eagle gym. Baker courageously battled with type 1 diabetes after being diagnosed when she was younger. “One of my biggest setbacks would probably be diabetes,” Baker said. “Sometimes I will be in games and my blood sugar will go low affecting my playing time and also how I feel, making me not do as good as I should be doing.” (Cate Clark|The Talon News)

After the Lady Eagles win against the Ponder Lions on November 17, the team practices for the upcoming game in the Argyle Eagle gym. They have 4 move-ins this 2021-2022 season. “The chemistry on the basketball team this year is actually very exciting because we’re all so close,” sophomore Kendall Baker said. “We get along and there’s no drama, so I think it’s good, especially on the basketball court because no one has any underlying problems so you can’t affect each other.” (Cate Clark|The Talon News)

Balancing her club and school practices, Kendall Baker applies herself in the Argyle Eagle gym on November 17. Combining both schedules, Baker feels overwhelmed at times. “The hardest part would probably be it feels like it gets too much at times so it feels like you're overworked,” Baker said. “At the same time you just have to keep the mindset that it’s getting you better for the next season and getting you prepared for any situation in the game.” (Cate Clark|The Talon News)

Eddie Robertson, a veteran who served in the military, comes on the Argyle High School football field to represent the Army on Nov. 5. Robertson served in the Army for two years. “In all reality I was drafted,” Robertson said. “I’m a bus driver here and my daughter is a coach and a teacher.”

At the Argyle High School home senior night football game against the Paris Wildcats, veterans who served are recognized on Nov. 5. Veterans who proudly served our country, come together as one to salute to the flag during the national anthem. “We thought it would be cool to extend this to every veteran in the stadium for Veterans Day two years ago and the result was profound,” Cairney said. “Veterans enjoyed the moment, as did so many of those who saw it.”

During the national anthem on Nov. 5, Timian Lewis salutes to the flag before the Eagles play in their senior night football game at the Argyle High School stadium. Lewis is the first in his family to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps. “Actually it was a legacy of the generations in my family,” Lewis said. “I chose the Marines because it was the toughest my dad told me.”

Before the Eagles play in their senior night football game, Chief Cairney leads the veterans in a salute to the flag on Nov. 5 at the Argyle High School stadium. Chief Cairney is the police officer at Argyle High School. “After my time at the Air Force Academy I served as a commissioned officer for 21 years and retired in 2013,” Cairney said. “I always knew the United States was and is a special place and one which we need to defend.”

Freshman English teacher Melanie Henderson works at her desk.

Balancing Priorities

Cate Clark, Reporter
September 20, 2021
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