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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

Scholarship pamphlets and infographics can be found outside of the 1421 office.

Seniors use FAFSA, online sources to secure financial aid

Story by: Anjum Alam, EIC March 19, 2024

Applying to college can be a daunting process, but Cy Creek faculty does their part to ensure all students receive ample opportunity to transition into this next chapter of their lives. “It’s not as...

AP and DC students save time, money

Story by: Stacie Petansky, Staffer January 18, 2024

Dual Credit (DC) and Advanced Placement (AP) classes present an opportunity to experience what college classes are like in a high school setting, according to the American Institutes for Research (AIR),...

The College and Career office. Photo by Christian Casas de Leon.

Dual Credit Classes Save Time, Money for Motivated Students

Story by: Christian Casas De Leon, Staffer September 20, 2022

As a new year starts, Dual Credit (DC) classes are starting off strong. DC students are preparing for another year of college-level classes; however, as seniors begin their final year the question on their...

photo by Shelby Sutton

AP/DC Pep Rally

Story by: Emma Jessen, Reporter February 6, 2019

The first AP/DC pep rally took place at Creek on Wednesday, January 30th. The pep rally, exclusive to sophomores, was created to encourage Cougars to sign up for AP and DC classes next year and start getting...

photo courtesy of Logan Pierce

Band: All-State is Here

Story by: Dominique McClain, Reporter February 1, 2019

With band, hard work never goes away and always pays off. During the competitive season, band members get ready to show what they are made of. Recently, a select few participants have qualified to compete...

Vaulting to Success

Vaulting to Success

Story by: Amelia Reyes, Reporter November 27, 2018

Many decide to apply early in order to give themselves a better chance at getting into their first choice college. As deadlines for college applications arrive, those already accepted have a sense of...

Table set up and ready for signing day

Officially Official

Seniors sign letters of intent for collegiate athletic careers
Story by: Kai Fortner, Feature Editor February 13, 2018

Tears shed, high fives exchanged and cameras flashed as nine seniors signed the official document taking them to the next level. On February 7, seniors across the nation took part in National Signing...

A wise option

The benefits of starting out at community college
Story by: Emma Ruggiero, News Editor January 24, 2018

“It’s the easy way out.” “No one’s gonna hire you if you go there.” “You’ll miss out on the real college experience.” More than likely, anyone considering a community college...

How to use scholarships to make college affordable

How to use scholarships to make college affordable

Story by: Lydia Estepp, Copy/Design Editor October 3, 2017

Scholarships work to reduce the price of tuition for students in high school and college. By applying for both scholarships and the FAFSA, seniors planning on going to college can reduce their costs and...

College special interest night; Berry Center

Story by: Mia Pham, Reporter February 20, 2017

Due to the constant efforts of the district and college and career counselor Amber Stephens, CFISD will host a college special interest night.   On Tuesday, Feb. 28, the Berry Center will host a night...

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