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War Whoop Online

The School Newspaper of Seminole High School

War Whoop Online

The School Newspaper of Seminole High School

War Whoop Online

The School Newspaper of Seminole High School

2024-2025 Staff

Melissa Gutierrez
Editor in Chief

Melissa Gutierrez

Hi, I would like to start by saying I am a very quiet person. I like to stay to myself, but if I get comfortable with you, I will never stop talking. I love watching sunrises when or if I wake up early. I love sunsets, rea...

Mikey Cavazos
Photo Editor

Mikey Cavazos

I am a junior, and this will be my second year in photography and my first year as a photo editor.  I love to play sports like football, baseball and run track. Something most people don’t know is that this year will be...

Armine Sandoval
Associate Editor

Armine Sandoval

I am a senior. This is my second year as a staff member. Last year, I took photojournalism, and it went really well, but I wanted to try something different this time and be an editor. I’m excited to see how this class will go a...

Anna Hernandez
Advanced Photographer

Anna Hernandez

HEYYY SENIORS AND OTHER CLASSES!!!! This is going to be an introduction to my life and me as a person. … *Crickets* Okay…Who am I? I am a quiet, keep-to-myself type of person. I am a little awkward when it comes to talking in groups…o...

Javy Rodriguez
Advanced Photographer

Javy Rodriguez

I am a senior, and this is my second year in photojournalism. I am very excited for a brand new year I love to play sports like football and baseball and powerlifting. Something not everyone knows about me is that I love ...

Dani Perez
Advanced Photographer

Dani Perez

Hey, guys! I'm super excited to start my junior year and my second year of photography. I enjoy going out with my friends and family. Something you should know about me is that I'm a very welcoming person. I love meet...

Kylie Peters
Staff Writer

Kylie Peters

I'm a sophomore this year, and I am excited to see how this school year goes. In my free time I enjoy reading books and watching movies or shows. One of my favorite books is The Help by Kathryn Stockett, and one of my favor...

Laila Guzman
Staff Writer

Laila Guzman

I am a sophomore. I am currently learning the guitar. I like to hang out with my friends. I also like to bake and listen to music.  ...

Jaxson Ruthardt
Staff Writer

Jaxson Ruthardt

I'm just starting the year as the first time I’m going to be an upperclassman. It feels weird being seen as one of the older kids.  I play guitar.  In fact my entire job is to teach people how to play guitar. Currently I�...

Dakota Reece
Staff Writer

Dakota Reece

I am a freshman and I like doing choir, swimming, making bracelets, hanging out with friends, and much more! I hope this year I get to experience new things and advance in the things I enjoy and things that I'm not that good at...

Klarissa Acosta
Staff Writer

Klarissa Acosta

I would say I'm a very shy and a funny girl. I like to play softball and spend time with my family and friends. My strengths are having leadership and being patient. My weaknesses are public speaking and presentations in front of a ...

Estrella Alderete
Staff Writer

Estrella Alderete

I suppose one could say I’m the most shy girl ever, but they haven’t seen me when I’m with my closest friends. I like to go out, have fun, and live life to the fullest. Yet I still hate talking to people I don’t know...

Rebeca Burciaga
Staff Writer

Rebeca Burciaga

I am shy and introverted, but when it comes to my friends, I'm really friendly, caring and outgoing.  I am a really sensitive person with some stuff. I am so competitive and stubborn, and I always want things to go my ...

Brian Castaneda
Staff Writer

Brian Castaneda

This is my first year in journalism, and I am really looking forward to it. I am very nice and super chill. In addition, I like Mexican food, my family and my pets. I also like the freedom that high school g...

Mia Cowan
Staff Writer

Mia Cowan

Hey! I am a junior. I am on the golf team, and I play the French horn in the band. I like to read and crochet. I have a dog named Kevin, and he’s crazy. I hope to become a robotics or aerospace engineer after high school. ...

Cutter Davis
Staff Writer

Cutter Davis

I am a good person who knows what I need to do. I like to play video games and have fun with my little brother. My strengths are believing in people and myself. When I wake up after my surgery, I get a little weak. My ...

Maddox Ganaway
Staff Writer

Maddox Ganaway

I like to do a lot of things. I have a really good work ethic. I think I have an energetic personality. There are a lot of things I like to do. I love to bowl, golf and play volleyball. I like to listen to hip hop and country....

Aubriana Gonzales
Staff Writer

Aubriana Gonzales

I am a freshman, and this is my first year in journalism! I am really excited for a new year in this class (2024-2025)! People usually find me funny, chill and fun...sometimes rude at the moment, but it’s okay though. Some p...

Jaxon Hand
Staff Writer

Jaxon Hand

In all honesty this bio probably requires more thought than I'm willing to put in. People may perceive me in a different way than I do, that's fine. I like it when I get to leave school. One of my biggest strengths is my musicianshi...

Maytee Hernandez
Staff Writer

Maytee Hernandez

Hi, this is my first year in digital design and media production. A little bit about me is that I’m 15 years old. I am the middle child of seven kids, and yes, we all have the same parents. My older sister was an editor t...

Jelena Hiebert
Staff Writer

Jelena Hiebert

Hello everyone. This is my first year in digital design and media production. I am a sophomore. I enjoy a variety of different things such as embroidering, coloring, baking and singing. I am also really into cosme...

Bostyn Jaquez
Staff Writer

Bostyn Jaquez

I like video games, and I like working at Pizza Hut. I am a junior, and I hope to go into law enforcement later in life. My dream is to be an entry man for the SWAT team.  ...

Daniela Jimenez
Staff Writer

Daniela Jimenez

I am a sophomore, and this is my first year taking digital design and media production. I am a really funny and outgoing person when you get to know me. I like making people feel comfortable. I really like hanging out w...

Kamryn Kirk
Staff Writer

Kamryn Kirk

I am a freshman, and this is my first year in digital design and media production. I am excited to improve my skills in photography.  I like to play volleyball and help at my church. I babysit when I am asked or available to. I al...

Abagail Patch
Staff Writer

Abagail Patch

Hello!! A little about me: I'm a very outgoing and kind person. I love helping out when needed. I have always dreamed of going into the medical field and helping people in need. When I was younger, I would wal...

Bailey Peters
Staff Writer

Bailey Peters

  I love to do anything that involves taking pictures and getting dressed up. I love photo shoots and taking pictures with my friends. I also love animals. I race in barrel races in Andrews.    Procrastination and being i...

Rosa Roberson
Staff Writer

Rosa Roberson

Hello pebbles. This is my first year in journalism. I am so excited to be able to meet new people and have fun. I like to do art, mostly painting. I also do soccer on the weekends with my youngest brother and teach my youngest sis...

Jammie Sotelo
Staff Writer

Jammie Sotelo

Hello everyone! This year I am a junior, and it would be my first year taking digital design and media production class.  I love to be with my friends and hang out. I also like meeting new people and trying to get out of ...

Emily Tagle
Staff Writer

Emily Tagle

I’m a compassionate person especially to my friends and even those who have done me wrong. I love pickles and Dr. Pepper. If you ask me why, I wouldn’t know what to say. To be honest I just really love them. My strengt...

Xzairius Vasquez
Staff Writer

Xzairius Vasquez

I'm a junior.  I see myself as a kind person who is easy to get along with, and I get along with everybody else. I strive to be the kindest person to anybody, and it doesn't matter who they are. I believe that God made the way we...

Carson Wade
Staff Writer

Carson Wade

Hola!   Just Kidding. That's all the Spanish I know. I'm a freshman, so it's my first year taking a Spanish class, so obviously I haven't been paying attention, which shows a lot about who I am. This bio probably requires...

Jaylene Zamora
Staff Writer

Jaylene Zamora

Hi! I am green and gold striped and love eating raw squid. I am a beauty pageant contestant on Mars. My bio would be better, but I never turned one in

Yaretzy Aguirre
Staff Writer/Photographer

Yaretzy Aguirre

I am a junior this year, and it is my first year taking photojournalism and newspaper. Out of school, all I do is work at a restaurant. I am working to make money because when I go out, I love spending it. As a hobby I...

Ricardo Cortez
Staff Writer/Photographer

Ricardo Cortez

I am a junior, and this is my first time doing digital design and media production and photojournalism. I am very excited for this year as I get to try something new. I like to play sports such as baseball and track. I have one ...

Ivy Flores
Staff Writer/Photographer

Ivy Flores

Hello! I am a junior, and this is my first year taking photojournalism and digital design and  media production. I am very excited to see where this year takes me as I have already had a small start in the photography world ...

Aivery Lopez
Staff Writer/Photographer

Aivery Lopez

Hi ! I am a junior. This is my first year taking digital design and media production and photojournalism. I'm very stoked to see how this year goes with these classes. I’ve always loved doing media, making videos, taking pi...

Cinthia Yanez
Photographer/Artist

Cinthia Yanez

I like to involve my self in many different activities. I never find myself in a dull or boring moment. To fill my time, I like to practice my skills and get better at them. To name a few: playing guitar, crocheting, painting...

Malachi Campbell
Photographer

Malachi Campbell

I would like to think that I am an easy person to be around once you get to know me. I'm a very chill and quiet person. I like to be with friends but sometimes find it nice to enjoy some time to myself to do things on my own. M...

Owen Call
Photographer

Owen Call

Who I am as a person can be summed up by saying, I love to have fun. People who know me well will say that I am always looking for an opportunity to crack a joke or make a pun. This may come as a shock to some who don't know m...

Grant Casey
Photographer

Grant Casey

I am a senior, and this is my first year to be involved in photojournalism. I am excited for my first and final year in photojournalism. I  am involved in Seminole’s track and field team. Something not everyone knows ...

Kadence Gandy
Photographer

Kadence Gandy

I'm a sophomore. This is my second year in journalism and first year as a photographer. I love playing sports like volleyball and cheerleading. Something most people might not know is I'm working to become an ultrasound techni...

Rihanna Davila
Photographer

Rihanna Davila

I’m a very loud and outgoing person once you get to know me, and I love to shop. I also love to be out in nature, an,  of course, I’m a big family person. I am in photojournalism because I love to take pictures an...

Avia Fehr
Photographer

Avia Fehr

I'm a junior this year, and I'm ecstatic to start my first year in photojournalism. I've always wanted to be a part of the school newspaper, but I never found my writing to be up to snuff, so hopefully my photography is at least subp...

Brianna Gomez
Photographer

Brianna Gomez

 I'm a shy person until you break me out of comfort. I'm a big-hearted person who will always be caring and forgiving to others who don’t deserve it, even if it is my worst enemy.  My favorite music to listen to is soft, calm...

Melany Vazquez
Photographer

Melany Vazquez

I am a junior, and this is my first year taking photojournalism. I am excited because I've always wanted to be able to take pictures of people and have them  feel good about the pictures I take of them. I wanted to try to do ...

Colten Fehr
Photographer

Colten Fehr

I am a sophomore. I enjoy taking photos.

J'Lin Garcia
Photographer

J’Lin Garcia

Hello my name is J’Lin and yes my name is in the title,but I prefer to go by Jayiie. I'm 15 years old. I just had a birthday on July 9. I'm a sophomore who hopes to graduate in 2027. After I graduate, I plan to leave Seminole....

Rubi Garcia
Photographer

Rubi Garcia

Hello. This is my sophomore year, and I'm also in color guard this year. I’m very excited for this year, so let’s all have fun! ...

Sophie Guenther
Photographer

Sophie Guenther

Hello, welcome here!  This bio is going to stay the same all year, so I will try not to include anything my fickle heart calls a constant, but things I truly find important.  I didn’t intend to be in photojournalism, b...

Emily Rodriguez
Photographer

Emily Rodriguez

Hi. I'm a sophomore, and this is my first year in photojournalism. I'm so excited to learn how to use a camera. A couple of things about me are that I've moved three times in my lifetime, I've been to seven states (Florida,...

Susan Williamson
Advisor

Susan Williamson

This is the largest staff ever at Seminole High School. As they learn, I hope they achieve great things because I have every faith in them.