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Dragon Spirit

Dragon Spirit


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Bringing Dreams to Life: Make-A-Wish
Aliza Hudda, Writer • May 9, 2023

Make-A-Wish is a non-profit organization that strives to fulfill the dreams of children who are facing life-threatening illnesses. Their mission is to provide hope, strength, and joy to these children and their families during difficult times. Since its founding in 1980, Make-A-Wish has granted more than 500,000 wishes in the United States alone. The organization relies on support from donors, volunteers, and community members to make these wishes come true. Photo courtesy of Collierville...

Collierville High Schools library is home to hundreds of books, and no matter what youre in the mood for, youll find something to read.
A Year Later - Tennessee Legislation Still Wants a Book Ban
Scout Morrise, Arts and Entertainment Editor

A year ago today, students at CHS were getting ready for summer. Unbeknownst to them, several carts of books from their library had been pulled from the shelves and stored away while the school awaited...

PreCalculus students Meso Ogwo, Nicholas Morse, Aidan Mueller, Suvas Nellore, and Jeon George (from left to right) work together and encourage each other on a difficult classwork assignment.
Positive Peer Pressure in Schools
Cameron Mitchell, News Editor

Peer pressure is a concept that is often pictured in infamy. It is often portrayed on relatable movies/tv shows centering around teen life. It is painted as a powerful force that teens (try as they might)...

The album cover for The Estate Sale. Photo courtesy of Pitchfork.
CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale
Emma Hughes, Head Editor
CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale is the deluxe version of Tyler, The Creator’s seventh studio album. Tyler surprised fans last Monday by announcing the album's title, date, and cover; he followed this up within hours with the early single release of "DOGTOOTH". His deluxe album features eight new songs, along with the original sixteen, and continues the theatrical flow of the album's original release.
Photo Courtesy of Lizzy Stewart on nytimes.com. Taken from the article Raising Successful Children, by Madeline Levine.
Parental Expectations Have Taken Teenagers Hostage
Griffin Scoggins, Junior Editor

Have you ever felt trapped from the unrealistic expectations your parents want you to live up to? Parental Expectations can be a source of motivation for teenagers to better themselves, however, eventually...

Are You Ready For It? - Eras Tour Opening Night
Are You Ready For It? - Era's Tour Opening Night
Keira Williams, Staff Writer

Taylor Swift opened the first concert of the Eras Tour in Glendale, Arizona this past weekend. The highly anticipated start of the Eras tour has just begun with twenty-five shows left in the tour.  The...


Photo courtesy of Collierville high-school SGA
Bringing Dreams to Life: Make-A-Wish
Aliza Hudda, Writer • May 9, 2023

Make-A-Wish is a non-profit organization that strives to fulfill the dreams of children who are facing life-threatening illnesses. Their mission is to provide hope, strength, and joy to these children and their families during difficult times. Since its...

HOSA Competition Knoxville
HOSA Competition Knoxville
Aliza Hudda

Tennessee HOSA is a student-led organization that promotes healthcare careers and leadership development. Tennessee HOSA also took place in Knoxville,...

With the help of a nearby galaxy, scientists discovered a supermassive blackhole.
With the help of a nearby galaxy, scientists discovered a supermassive blackhole.
Scout Morrise, Arts and Entertainment Editor

A black hole is a region of space with a gravitational field so intense that no matter or radiation can escape. They are devoid of any light...

Image of climate protest in response to Willow Project announcement. Photo credit to CNN.org
The Earth Will Die: How the Willow Project Could Kill the Planet
Bailee Gean, Head Editor

You’ve probably seen #StopWillow on social media over the last few weeks, but what is the Willow Project and why is it so dangerous? A few...

Photo of students eating their lunches in the courtyard. Most students use this time as a break to decompress before heading back to class. (Photo credit: Griffin Scoggins)
School is No Longer About Learning
Griffin Scoggins, Junior Editor • May 9, 2023

Learning Environment: A place where students feel safe and driven to learn is something that schools to this day are failing to include in their classrooms. Rather than focusing on the important aspects that motivate students to learn, schools are prioritizing...

Collierville High Schools library is home to hundreds of books, and no matter what youre in the mood for, youll find something to read.
A Year Later - Tennessee Legislation Still Wants a Book Ban
Scout Morrise, Arts and Entertainment Editor

A year ago today, students at CHS were getting ready for summer. Unbeknownst to them, several carts of books from their library had been pulled...

Mental Illness drawn as monsters to reflect real life experience.
Mental Health From A Student's Perspective
Celia Heffernan, Staff Writer

How many students would go to an adult at Collierville High School if they were struggling? How many students have had a good experience with...

Celsius Flavors Review
Celsius Flavors Review
Annalise Argiro, Staff Writer

In a high school setting, every morning you will see students carrying Celsius energy drinks. Celsius is made to give you energy and burn body...

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What Is It About a Song?
Addison Brady, Lifestyle Editor • May 9, 2023

Music, because of its incredible diversity, impacts everyone in different ways. Opinions on a certain song or artist differ between people, but...

Shadow and Bone Season 2 Review
Shadow and Bone Season 2 Review
Addison Brady, Lifestyle Editor • April 19, 2023

Netflix came out with a tv-show adaptation of Leigh Bardugo’s Shadow and Bone trilogy in April of 2021. It combined the plot and characters...

Book cover of Natasha Prestons newest book, The Island. Photo Courtesy of Amazon.com
Review: The Island by Natasha Preston
Griffin Scoggins, Junior Editor • April 19, 2023

Would you have said yes? With an invitation to an exclusive island with all expenses paid and more fame on their social media accounts, six...

CHS Dress Up Days, Worst to Best
CHS Dress Up Days, Worst to Best
Evan Kirby, Staff Writer • April 6, 2023

Collierville High School has many event days throughout the year to celebrate various causes and holidays. Most of these are dress up weeks where...

Top 5 Roblox Horror Games
Top 5 Roblox Horror Games
Aleah Barker, Staff Writer • April 6, 2023
The Horrors of a Bus Ride
The Horrors of a Bus Ride
Addison Brady, Lifestyle Editor • April 5, 2023
PreCalculus students Meso Ogwo, Nicholas Morse, Aidan Mueller, Suvas Nellore, and Jeon George (from left to right) work together and encourage each other on a difficult classwork assignment.
Positive Peer Pressure in Schools
Cameron Mitchell, News Editor • May 5, 2023

Peer pressure is a concept that is often pictured in infamy. It is often portrayed on relatable movies/tv shows centering around teen life. It...

HOSA Competition Knoxville
HOSA Competition Knoxville
Aliza Hudda April 13, 2023

Tennessee HOSA is a student-led organization that promotes healthcare careers and leadership development. Tennessee HOSA also took place in Knoxville,...

Homework: The True Feelings
Homework: The True Feelings
Aubree Hastings, Staff Writer • April 6, 2023

Do you remember when you used to cry while doing homework with your parents? Well, what if we didn’t have homework to begin with? Many students...

The Dragon's Den - Ep. 1
In our debut episode, DSN head editors Bailee and Emma talk about concert etiquette, outrageous ticket prices, Harry Styles's tour, the on-stage persona of Matt Healy, and Billie Eilish fans.
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From a Small Town to a D1 School!
Annalise Argiro, Staff Writer • May 9, 2023

From Collierville High School to a Major D1 School! Collierville is a small town that has one high school that holds 3,000 students. Grayson...

Coach Spotlight: Carl Harken
Coach Spotlight: Carl Harken
Markayla Ewing, Staff Writer

Have you ever seen that really tall teacher in the hallway? When you see him, it is a great possibility that he has one leg propped up on the...

Choir Spotlight
Choir Spotlight
Keira Williams, Staff Writer

Collierville High School choir is one of the many growing programs in our fine arts department. Led by Mr. Morrison, the choir program is growing...

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