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Talon News members get their press pass photos taken on Thursday, Aug. at Argyle High School in Argyle, Texas. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter

Brayden Ratcliff is currently a senior and serves as a reporter for The Talon News. He was the multimedia editor last year, specializing in news and feature articles, as well as a being a videographer. He is the co-president of Challenge Day Club and the president of the National Honor Society. Also, he is the saxophone section leader for the marching band. Outside of school, he enjoys playing bass at his church, Argyle United Methodist Church. He is looking forward to increasing his writing and filming skills and hopes to provide diverse coverage for the Argyle community.

If you have any news regarding community, UIL, Challenge Day Club, or school board meetings, feel free to contact him at [email protected]

All content by Brayden Ratcliff
Jazz band members practice during mega lunch at Argyle High school. (Photo by Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

Jazz Band to Play at Fine Arts Showcase

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
February 28, 2017
English teacher, Terra Lyon, shows off her Fitbit as she walks the halls in an effort to gain more steps than the fifteen other faculty members enrolled in the Fitbit Challenge, which encourages teachers to get up and move to maintain good health. (Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

Teachers Race to Keep Pace in Fitbit Challenge

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
February 9, 2017
Employees personal information was compromised in a spear phishing incident that occurred on Jan. 18. (Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

[Photo] ‘Spear Phishing’ Scam Takes a Stab at Employees’ Information

Annabel Thorpe, Hannah Wood, and Jaclyn Harris
January 24, 2017
The AYAC Warming Hearts event will be held at the Town Hall on Feb. 4. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Youth Organization to Host “Warming Hearts” Clothing Drive Next Month

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
January 18, 2017
Cars throughout the community have been the target of a recent egging spree. Photo taken on Thursday, Dec. 1 in Country Lakes in Argyle, TX. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Vandalism Incidents Spoil Thanksgiving Break

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
December 2, 2016
State Cross Country Old Settlers Park on 11/11/16 in Round Rock, Texas. (Connor Repp / The Talon News)

Cross Country Finishes Strong at State

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
November 17, 2016
The file sharing giant, Dropbox, was the front of a recent phishing email to make its way into Argyle ISD. Photo taken on Monday, Oct. 24 at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Phishing Bites AISD Email Accounts

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
October 26, 2016
Band performs at the GT Classic competition on Saturday, Oct. 1 at C. H. Collins stadium. (Photo courtesy of Bojan Gutic)

Members Focus to Maintain Band’s Legacy

Brayden Ratcliff and Lizzie Dagg
October 6, 2016
The auxiliary gym gets decorated for formal events. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Homecoming Extravaganza to Unify Student Body

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
September 19, 2016
Classes incorporate their lesson plans using the new Dell monitors on Wednesday, Sep. 6 at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

New Monitors Introduced in All Campus Classrooms

Brayden Ratcliff, Senior Reporter
September 13, 2016
Students share conversation on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

Kindness Can Make the Difference

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
August 7, 2016
Students pair up with athlete David Logan to show their support. (Photo courtesy of Denise Yeatts)

Athletes Excel at Special Olympics Track Meet

Brayden Ratcliff, Mutlimedia Editor
July 31, 2016
Perfect Attendance Students Honored at 2016 Awards Ceremony

Perfect Attendance Students Honored at 2016 Awards Ceremony

Brayden Ratcliff and Naomi Brooks
May 25, 2016
Brad Lowry and Jeff Williams were sworn in to the school board on May 18 at the meeting. (Photo courtesy of Greg Royar)

Two New Members Sworn in to School Board

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
May 20, 2016
Challenge Day Club volunteers help out with the elementary schools field day on May 11, 2016 at Hilltop Elementary. (Photo courtesy of Jeanna Sutton)

Challenge Day Club Leads Field Day Events at Hilltop

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
May 18, 2016
Construction Sounds Ring Out From Earls 377

Construction Sounds Ring Out From Earl’s 377

Annabel Thorpe and Brayden Ratcliff
April 18, 2016
The Johnny Stallings Learning Garden sits in the background of the invitation on Friday, March 11. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Johnny Stallings Learning Garden Helps Students Grow

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
March 11, 2016
Cafeteria workers clean up after lunch. (Erin Eubanks / The Talon News)

Block Lunch Schedule: Tasty Choice for All

Brayden Ratcliff and Chad Lyle
February 26, 2016
All-state students get group photo before their concert on Feb. 13. (Photo courtesy of Kathy Johnson)

State Band Members Fill San Antonio with Joyful Noise

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
February 13, 2016
AHS Music Director Plays with Dallas Winds

AHS Music Director Plays with ‘Dallas Winds’

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
February 5, 2016
A house in Canyon Falls is under construction on Thursday, Jan. 28 at Canyon Falls inArgyle, TX. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Mayor Harnesses Growth in Community

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
January 30, 2016
Left: Argyle takes on Aubrey Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. Matt Garnett/Special Contributor Right: The Eagles take on Liberty Eylau on Dec. 4, 2015 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Christopher Piel/The Talon News)

Athlete Changes the Game

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
January 22, 2016
Student sets up for region band clinic at Argyle High School. (Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

Band Prepares for Region Clinic

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
January 15, 2016
A New Home: Student Reminisces on Move to Argyle

[Video] A New Home: Student Reminisces on Move to Argyle

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
November 30, 2015
Theater performs Almost, Maine at Argyle High School on Friday, Nov. 13 at Argyle High School. (Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

Theater Production “Almost, Maine” Challenges Program

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
November 17, 2015
Associate Director of Bands Asa Burk passes out poinsettia fundraiser form to band member. (Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

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Students Prepare for Upcoming SAT Test

Students Prepare for Upcoming SAT Test

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
November 6, 2015
Weather Cant Stop Homecoming Spirit

[Video] Weather Can’t Stop Homecoming Spirit

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 29, 2015
Argyle Host Community Parade and Bonfire

[Video] Argyle Host Community Parade and Bonfire

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 22, 2015
Kenzie Cvar and Tanner Boyzuick, members of the Homecoming court ride on the back of a convertible during the Homecoming Parade at Argyle High School on 10/21/15 in Argyle, Texas. (Photo by Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Annual Community Parade and Bonfire Held at High School

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 22, 2015
Argyle vs. Paris 9/26/15

Argyle vs. Paris 9/26/15

Brayden Ratcliff and Josh Block
October 16, 2015
2014 Homecoming King & Queen Announced

2014 Homecoming King & Queen Announced

Brayden Ratcliff and Josh Block
October 16, 2015
Argyle vs. Dallas Carter 10/24/14

Argyle vs. Dallas Carter 10/24/14

Brayden Ratcliff and Josh Block
October 16, 2015
Football State Prep Video

Football State Prep Video

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 15, 2015
Eagles vs Sanger 2/3/15

[Video] Eagles vs Sanger 2/3/15

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 15, 2015
Lady Eagles Take State 2015

[Video] Lady Eagles Take State 2015

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 15, 2015
Soccer Coach Discusses Hopes for Season

[Video] Soccer Coach Discusses Hopes for Season

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 13, 2015
Baseball Hopes to Continue Legacy

[Video] Baseball Hopes to Continue Legacy

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 13, 2015
Drum Line Tradition Lives On

[Video] Drum Line Tradition Lives On

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
October 13, 2015
College Fair at Argyle High School on 9/14/2015 in Argyle, Texas (Photo by Jocelyn Pierce / The Talon News)

High School Participates in College Fair

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor
September 30, 2015
Theater practices stage movement through game on (9-28-15) (Brayden Ratcliff / The Talon News)

[Photo] Senior Girls Create Memories

Jocelyn Pierce, Reporter
September 30, 2015
Students hold up different club shirts (6-4-15) at Argyle High School June 3, 2015 in Argyle, TX. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Clubs Enhance High School Experience

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
September 16, 2015
Sophomore Haley Emerson warms up before competing in the GTC band competition at C. H. Collins Stadium in Denton, Texas on Oct. 4, 2014. (Erin Eubanks / The Talon News)

Junior Haley Emerson Steps Up to Lead Champions

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
June 18, 2015
Band students attend a freshman marching camp lead by the new 2015-16 drum majors at Argyle High School on May 28, 2015. (Photo by Annabel Thorpe/ The Talon News)

Drum Major Candidates Make Auditions and Become Future Leaders

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
June 17, 2015
Erik Ramon takes the hand off from Zach Zembraski in the 4x4 at Aubrey High School on April 9, 2015. (Photo by Annabel Thorpe/ The Talon News)

State Track Runner Erik Ramon Recounts His Success

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
May 20, 2015
Argyle students attend the UIL district meet at Argyle High School on March 27, 2015. (Photo by Harris Ulman / The Talon News)

UIL Dominates Regional Competition

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
May 1, 2015
TWUs Old Main (Creative Çommons)

Dual Credit Courses To Be Offered Through TWU Next Year

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
April 13, 2015
JV Girls vs. Denton at at Denton High School on Feb. 13, 2015. (Photo by Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Softball and Soccer Teams Advance Into Playoffs

Avery Austin and Brayden Ratcliff
March 26, 2015
Reid Sullivan leads Color Guard through practice, Jan. 21st, 2015 (Erin Eubanks / The Talon News)

Winter Guard Readies for First Competition of Season

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
January 21, 2015
Jeff Butts office left empty, awaits new principal. Jan. 14, 2015. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Search for High School Principal Continues

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
January 15, 2015

Holiday Expenses Soar

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
December 26, 2014
Sophomore Bryce Pilawski practices UIL debate in class, Argyle HS, Argyle TX, December 8th, 2014 (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

UIL Debate Makes Themselves Heard

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
December 9, 2014
The Eagles take on Paris at Paris High School in Paris, Texas on Sept. 26, 2014. (Avery Austin / The Talon News)

Band Prepares to Debut Alleluia

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
October 3, 2014
Junior Josh Hankins stands with friends in Frisco after finishing the Hotter N Hell bike race on August 23. Photo contributed by: Laura Fabian

Hankins Hauls Through 100 Mile Hotter ‘N Hell Bike Race

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter
September 2, 2014
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