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The Cougar Chronicle, Covering Creek in Ink since 1977

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The Cougar Chronicle, Covering Creek in Ink since 1977

CCHS Press

The Cougar Chronicle, Covering Creek in Ink since 1977

CCHS Press

CFISD’s Visual and Performing Arts Center (VPAC) hosted the event from October 24-29, inviting co-workers, students, friends and family to come and admire the hard work and dedication of the district’s resident artists.

A Blank Canvas: The Stories Behind The 2024 CFISD Art Teacher Exhibit

Story by: Kairi Olvera, Staffer November 18, 2024

Dozens of visitors flood the exhibit room; astonished remarks of admiration and praise bounce around the otherwise dull gray building. The overhead lights beam down on a plethora of colorful artwork. At...

In a school with over 5000 students, respect is key to maintaining a safe and open learning environment (Graphic:  Sage Mar, made with Canva).

OPINION—Creek Speaks: the ‘R’ in ‘P.R.I.D.E.’

Story by: Marialena Johnson, Column November 18, 2024

At Creek, the ‘R’ in Cougar ‘P.R.I.D.E.’ stands for respect. Yet, there's so little of it being applied, not just by students, but by teachers and staff as well. Unfortunately, teachers experience...

State of Disarray

State of Disarray

Texas schools adapt to a new year of incidents
Story by: Emily Elivir, Senior Staffer October 1, 2024

Sunday night, September 8, 2024 a graphic photo began circulating throughout social media which created different plots and speculations of what was going on. Many students started claiming that they were...

Year in Blue: Life at Creek for Acting Principal Kim Sempe

Year in Blue: Life at Creek for Acting Principal Kim Sempe

Story by: Sage Mar, Editor-in-Chief September 23, 2024

Walking through the halls with blonde, glistening curls goes Kim Sempe, bright and early at 6 am. Also awake—if only by a little—is Cece, the school’s beloved golden retriever trotting along as Sempe...

New Library Policies Call For A New Normal

New Library Policies Call For A New Normal

Story by: Kairi Olvera September 18, 2024

Cy Creek’s library is one of the many areas on campus undergoing new changes due to CFISD’s recent district policy updates. “It was essentially just the economic funds - or lack thereof, I should...

Senior Brendan Sembera performs as Colby the Cougar at the Sept. 7 varsity football game at Pridgeon Stadium.

Meet the man behind the mascot

Story by: Kamea Workman, Staffer January 18, 2024

Colby the Cougar brings the school spirit to Cy Creek games and events, but many Cougars are unaware of the identity of the man behind the mascot. “I wanted to go to all the football games,” senior...

ALC East, located at 12508 Windfern Road, is where Creek students are now sent for mandatory 10-day minimum placements for vape and e-cigarette offenses.

HB 114 requires ALC placement for vape and e-cigarette offenses

Story by: Anjum Alam, EIC January 8, 2024

The 88th Texas Legislature passed House Bill 114 (HB 114) in response to growing concerns regarding substance abuse in schools. For Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, the law mandates that any student found in possession...

Dunk or Treat kicks off boys, girls basketball seasons

Dunk or Treat kicks off boys, girls basketball seasons

Story by: Emily Elvir, Staffer November 15, 2023

The Cypress Creek Cougars boys and girls basketball team kicked off their season with their fifth-annual Dunk or Treat event. The Dunk or Treat event is a way to bring together these players' families,...

Shirley Nguyen and David Pacleb win Homecoming Queen and King at the Oct. 13 football game at Pridgeon Stadium.

David Pacleb and Shirley Nguyen win 2023 Homecoming King and Queen

Story by: Shayna Harper, Julia Chali, and Jenna Brooks November 15, 2023

Shirley Nguyen and David Pacleb were crowned Homecoming Queen and King at the football game against Jersey Village on October 13. As their names were announced, the two were overcome with joy. “I felt...

CeCe, Cy Creek's comfort dog pictured in front of Cougar gear. Photo Credits: Cougar Productions

CeCe the comfort dog pawsitively impacts campus mental health

Story by: Verne Khan, Staffer November 15, 2023

One year ago, a new staff member with golden fur began her journey helping Creek students. CeCe, the campus’s comfort dog, has dug her way into the center of the school’s hearts. Coordinating Counselor...

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