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Krista Fleming

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief

Senior Krista Fleming is the editor-in-chief and this is her fourth year on the staff. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, reading books and volunteering.

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As the holiday season rolls around, students can add volunteering to their to-do list. Here’s a look at charities in the DFW area giving back during the holidays.

Making spirits bright

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
December 15, 2023
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Even with a record-breaking number of heat-related deaths, Texas has neglected to follow other states and set the OSHA-approved heat regulations it needs.

Opinion: Texas’ lack of specific heat regulations is unsafe

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
September 4, 2024
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Senior Jimmy Sanchez and junior Grant Koch perform a scene during a dress rehearsal of “The Diviners” on April 18. This was the only show strictly performed by theater’s Silver Company this year.

For the applause

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2024
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Head coach Corey Farra watches the seniors get announced during the senior game against Flower Mound April 23. The team lost the game 3-2.

Running home

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2024
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Children and young adults are the fastest growing population of caffeine consumers, with an increase of 70% in the past three decades.

Caffeine consumption rises among high school students

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
May 22, 2024
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Children and young adults are the fastest growing population of caffeine consumers, with an increase of 70% in the past three decades.

The effects of caffeine on teenagers

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
May 22, 2024
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Third baseman and pitcher Luke Sharp sprints toward home plate in the fifth inning, marking the third run of a game against McKinney Boyd High School May 2. The team won the game 4-3.

Baseball season ends in the first round of playoffs

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
May 11, 2024
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The Silver Wings will perform their annual spring show, “Perspective,” at 7 p.m. May 2, 3 and 4 in the auditorium. Tickets range from $5-20.

Silver Wings to perform spring show, “Perspective,” May 2-4

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
May 2, 2024
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The baseball team played its last district home game on April 23 against Flower Mound, the No. 1 team in the district, and lost 3-2. The Hawks clenched the No. 2 spot in the district with a 11-2 record, but were unable to beat Flower Mound’s 13-0 record. The baseball team played its last district home game on April 23 against Flower Mound, the No. 1 team in the district, and lost 3-2. The Hawks clenched the No. 2 spot in the district with a 11-2 record, but were unable to beat Flower Mound’s 13-0 record.

Photo Gallery: Baseball vs. Flower Mound 4/23

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
April 24, 2024
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Third baseman Patrick Crayton hits the ball to the outfield before sprinting to first base in a game against Plano. The team won the game 3-2.

Baseball team fighting for first place against Flower Mound April 23

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
April 23, 2024
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Junior Grant Koch’s character, Buddy Layman, gasps for air at the end of Act Two. This is Koch’s first lead role at Hebron, which he has wanted since reading the script in middle school.

Theater’s Silver Company “The Diviners” is a powerful show we need

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
April 19, 2024
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Koch stands surrounded by the ensemble, pretending to swim. The town is singing hymns near him, all coming to watch the “baptism.”

[Photo] Theater’s Silver Company to perform spring show April 19-20

Saahir Mawani, Design Editor
April 19, 2024
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Senior Kizzy Debarah grew up traveling, and plans to pursue coding and fine arts to follow her dreams of further travel.

Hawks Uncovered: Senior Kizzy Debarah

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
April 16, 2024
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Film culture has yet to regrow in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed to make more money, the rinse-and-repeat plots have taken the magic out of movies.

Opinion: Cinema has lost its magic

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
April 11, 2024
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Junior Ethan Hunt prays over his team before a game. Hunt said he has been blessed by God to have the people he has in his life and commit as a junior. (Photo provided by Ethan Hunt.)

Pitch perfect

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
April 4, 2024
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Full of fantastic acting, perfectly-timed jokes and realistic special effects, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” proves that, when wanting to watch an amazing movie, there’s truly no one better to call.

“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” lives up to the original

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
March 27, 2024
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Seniors Sophia Wheeler (left), Max Turman and Hana Robson rehearse a scene in the beginning of their UIL One Act play, “Emma’s Child” on March 6. Theater will perform it for free in the auditorium on March 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Theater to perform first 24 Hour Play Festival March 9

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
March 6, 2024
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Junior Carys Sherer poses with a laptop and an American flag. To contribute to Carys’ website, one can email TheNextVoter@gmail.com.

Hawks Uncovered: Junior Carys Sherer

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
March 4, 2024
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Junior Alissa Petty holds the necklace with her engagement ring and “R” charm, the initial of her fiance, junior at the Colony Ruby Rodriguez. The ring was Ruby’s grandmothers; Alissa plans to wear it on her necklace until she can get it resized. “People use the word ‘tied down’ when they talk about marriage, but that’s not what this is,” Alissa said. “I’m tied to [Ruby]. She’s my safety net — instead of falling in love, I’m being held there.”

A place to call home

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
February 29, 2024
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“The Good Doctor” continues to excel with its heart-wrenching stories, realistic acting and beautiful cinematography. Not only is Dr. Shaun Murphy quite literally “The Good Doctor” — he’s the good dad, too.

The final season’s premiere of “The Good Doctor” is phenomenal

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
February 26, 2024
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As political parties sharpen their edges, the two-party system is no longer just a flaw in politics — it’s a hazardous issue, slowly ruining America.

Opinion: We the people

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
February 6, 2024
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An incredible journey of love, courage and comedy, “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” is the must-watch show fans have wished for. (Photo via Disney+)

“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” is the redemption fans have been waiting for

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
February 1, 2024
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The big kid ensemble scares Matilda and her peers during “School Song.” Showtimes are at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; guests can order tickets online or in the cafeteria for $10–25.

Review: “Matilda” is the fine arts department’s best musical in years

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
January 25, 2024
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Junior Lucy Ward, who plays Matilda, stands at the end of her first solo song, “Naughty.” Ward joined Theatre 1 her freshman year, and this is her debut as a lead. “I love singing, dancing and acting,” Ward said. “I’m so passionate about it. I love being able to share these beautiful stories with the world.”

Fine arts department to perform “Matilda” Jan. 25–28

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
January 24, 2024
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Numbers on a transcript cannot dictate who one is, and that pushed narrative is the unhealthy trap of a “perfect student” mask.

Opinion: Grades cannot be everything

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
December 15, 2023
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Full of incredible songs, heartfelt moments and raw acting, “The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” proves that “Snow always lands on top.” (Photo via Lionsgate)

“The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” is the captivating prequel fans deserved

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
November 23, 2023
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The ultimate Thanksgiving break staycation guide

The ultimate Thanksgiving break staycation guide

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
November 18, 2023
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Vlog: The Hawk Eye in Boston

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
November 16, 2023
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In an age where #BookTok controls what books get pushed into the limelight and which get forced out, originality is punished and every new bestseller is just like the last.

Opinion: Literature has lost its creativity

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
November 8, 2023
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Growing Joy

Krista Fleming, Peyton Kuschmeider and Lillian Walters
November 3, 2023
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As Halloween night approaches, reporters Krista Fleming and Eyesha Sadiq discuss whether high school students are too old to go trick or treating.

Point/Counterpoint: Should high school students still trick-or-treat?

Krista Fleming and Eyesha Sadiq
October 31, 2023
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I hold a photo of my great grandmother on her wedding day. In this photo, she is wearing a traditional Polish dress, and her husband is wearing his military uniform.

[Photo] Opinion: Pra babcia

Peyton Kuschmeider, Multimedia and Opinion Editor
October 19, 2023
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The majority of the cast stand at the end of the first half of “Clue.” Theater will perform a total of three shows: two evening shows with the main cast and a matinee with the understudies.

Theater to perform “Clue” Oct. 12 and 14

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
October 12, 2023
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Junior Izzy Frederick holds a photo of herself when she was younger. Though she maintained high grades throughout her GT classes as a child, Izzy fell into “the wrong crowd” in middle school and her grades, along with her mental health, began to decline. “Life just got hard,” Izzy said. “Everything got dark.”

The next destination

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
October 11, 2023
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As the weather finally grows cold, I’ve drawn up a list of the best, most underrated animated films that everyone needs to watch from underneath a heap of blankets.

Five animated movies that deserve more recognition

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
October 10, 2023
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The “basic white girl” mindset creates a culture that changes which “type” of girl is superior by the day, shaming girls for genuine interests and implying that being oneself is something to be detested.

Opinion: The “basic white girl” mindset is toxic

Krista Fleming, Editor in Chief
September 19, 2023
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