February 2014 – Vandegrift Voice

FFA Competitions

February 27, 2014

Teacher Spotlight: Mrs. Sanders

Bryce Martinez, Staff Writer

February 25, 2014

Q: How long have you been teaching? A: This is currently my 11th year of teaching. This is my fourth year at Vandegrift; prior to VHS, I taught at Baytown Sterling. Q: What do you love most about teaching at Vandegrift?...

SXSW Rumor Round-Up

Bryce Martinez, Staff Writer

February 25, 2014

Each year, spring break in Austin boasts a unique experience that remains unrivaled by other cities nationwide. When many coastal cities thrive due to tourism from the college scene, Austin provides an evolving alternative accessible t...

Book Spotlight: Looking For Alaska

Abby Knowles, Feature Editor

February 24, 2014

Based on the author’s high school experience, the book, Looking for Alaska, follows Miles, a socially awkward teenager, who attends the Culver Creek boarding school. Once at the school, he quickly becomes friends with the Col...

The Lego Movie: Worth the Watch?

Ramie Ruble, Editor-in-Chief

February 24, 2014

I’ll admit, when I first saw the trailer for the Lego Movie, I couldn’t decide whether it was the stupidest thing Hollywood has churned out thus far or if it would be absolutely brilliant. Despite hearing nothing but good...

Club Spotlight: UNICEF

February 24, 2014

Five Ways to Get Your Individual Hours for NHS

February 24, 2014

Club Spotlight: French Honor Society

Sarah Davis, Sports Editor

February 21, 2014

Q: How long has French Honor Society been at Vandegrift? A: 4 years Q: What is your favorite part about French Honor Society? A: Rewarding students who are passionate and motivated about French Q:...

Bias in the SAT and ACT Tests

Ramie Ruble, Editor-in-Chief

February 21, 2014

One of the key parts of getting ready for college is to take college admission tests, such as the SAT or ACT. Students usually start taking these tests in the spring of their junior year, to give themselves time to improve their...

Legacies to Host Dance Competition

February 21, 2014

Club Spotlight: Girls Lacrosse

Kate Murphy, Staff Writer

February 21, 2014

An interview with Kelly Honts about the girls lacrosse program and what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming season. How long has lacrosse been at Vandegrift? This is the second year Vandegrift has had a girls lacros...

Austin Music Fever: Young the Giant

February 21, 2014