The Student News Site of Lindale High School

Eagle Eye News
The Student News Site of Lindale High School

Eagle Eye News
The Student News Site of Lindale High School

Eagle Eye News
Jaida Jones

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief

Jaida is a senior and is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the Eagle Eye and a fourth-year theater student. She has performed in shows such as ‘Alice in Wonderland’ and ‘Caucasian Chalk Circle.’

All content by Jaida Jones
Scott and Arantes pose with Principal Jeremy Chilek after receiving their award. Only two senior students are picked for the award. Photo provided by Henrique Arantes.

Senior Standouts

Jaida Jones and Josey Derosier
May 16, 2024
The UIL Journalism team sits outside the Texas A&M Commerce campus before their competition starts. They have 3 individuals going to State in 4 events.

UIL Academics Earns Success at Regionals

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
May 16, 2024
STAAR Testing To Begin for Students

STAAR Testing To Begin for Students

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
April 16, 2024
Junior Sydney Hines and Madi Gasser look out at the solar eclipse right before it reaches totality.

[Photo] Eagles Watch Eclipse Reach Totality Over Lindale

Paula Arantes, Managing Editor of Features
April 9, 2024

Engineering Classes Code Music

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
April 8, 2024
Coach Dukes talks to players on the varsity baseball team.

[Photo] Baseball and Softball Slideshow

Zoee Tanner, Staff Writer
April 9, 2024
Junior Keyara Jenkins runs to steal the ball from her opponent. The team faced off against Chapel Hill.

[Photo] Girls Soccer Slideshow

Samantha McConathy, Staff Writer
April 9, 2024
The girls varsity team breaks out of a huddle to start the game. Each player on the team received the title of "Academic All District Team".

[Photo] All District Awards Presented to Varsity Basketball Teams

Samantha McConathy, Staff Writer
April 1, 2024
Photo provided by Irelynn McWithey.

Featured Faces: Irelynn McWithey

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
March 27, 2024
JV player sophomore Heath Miller circumvents the enemy team. He ended up scoring with two points.

[Photo] Slideshow: Winter/Spring Sports

Aiden Alexander, Staff Writer
April 1, 2024
Senior Announcements graphic created in Canva

Office Reminds Seniors of Upcoming Events

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
March 17, 2024

[Video] “Shopping Trip” [Contest 2024]

March 17, 2024
Junior captain Brooks Taylor receives a pass. The varsity team is facing off against Grand Saline.

[Photo] Boys Soccer Slideshow

Samantha McConathy, Staff Writer
March 17, 2024
Citrus Scene created by freshman Bernadette Malmgren. This was the only piece from Lindale to advance to State. Photo provided by Jamie Mowery.

Freshman Art Piece Advances to State

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 29, 2024
Members of the International Thespian Society pose in front of the Fair Park theater before seeing the show. The students left after school on Friday to attend the 7:30 showing. Photo provided by Kari McKenzie.

International Thespian Society Watches Beetlejuice

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 24, 2024
The EagleVision film team conducts an interview for one of their documentary films. They produced three total documentaries this year.

UIL Films Advance to Top Six at State

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 20, 2024
Members of the EagleVision film team hold up their $2500 check from the better Business Bureau. "I wanted to give my class a chance to receive funding for us to do more fun stuff," senior Liliana Miller said.

Eaglevision Wins Better Business Bureau Film Competition

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 19, 2024
Last week tennis, basketball, softball, baseball and soccer competed. This has been a winning start for the spring sports.

Sports Recap 2/12-2/16

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 18, 2024
Students of the floral design class work on their projects in the ag shop. These flowers were sold to family and community members.

Floral Design Valentine Vases Ready for Pickup

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 14, 2024

Digital Dreamer

Jaida Jones and Keren Lee
February 9, 2024
The Drill Team performs a ribbon routine during half time. The girls performed to the song "Love Runs Out" by One Republic.

[Photo] Slideshow: Fall Activities

Samantha McConathy, Staff Writer
February 17, 2024
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes book cover.

Movie Review: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
January 23, 2024
Featured Face: Landry Henington

Featured Face: Landry Henington

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
January 17, 2024
Architecture students go over design layouts for their houses.

[Photo] Architecture Classes Build Foam Board Houses

Eden Tannery, Staff Writer
January 13, 2024
Students stand preparing to go through the beginning of the show. They are portraying the matchstick girl strike of 1888.

One Act Play Cast List Announced

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
January 10, 2024

[Video] EagleCast: Season 3, Episode 1

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
December 15, 2023
The Lindale staff presents custodians with appreciation baskets. Students and teachers from all departments helped to put the baskets together.

Staff Presents Custodians With Appreciation Baskets

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
December 11, 2023
"The Grinch Who Stole Dancemas" poster. The event will be held in the PAC on Saturday.

Theater To Partner With KDF For Christmas Show

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
December 4, 2023
ACT, TSI to be offered to juniors.

ACT, TSI to Be Offered to Juniors

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
November 8, 2023
Streaming Services Graphic.

Streaming Services: A Deep Dive

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 28, 2023
Photo provided by Baylee Bass

Featured Faces: Baylee Bass

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 28, 2023
The Varsity Lady Eagles celebrate after winning their game against Van. They won 3-1.

Volleyball Begins Playoffs

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 25, 2023
Sports Recap 10/9-10/13

Sports Recap 10/9-10/13

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 19, 2023

[Video] Furry Friends

Eden Tannery and Jaida Jones
October 14, 2023

[Video] Cultural Crossroads

Andrea Hernandez and Jaida Jones
October 14, 2023
Top 25% students attend an event at UT Tyler. Students were able to tour the campus, play games, and learn about UT Tyler's programs.

Students Attend UT Tyler Top 25% Celebration

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 2, 2023
Head drum major Sarah Christian and drum major Kaden Strickland conduct the band. “I chose to become a leader because I wanted to be able to provide an environment for everyone to thrive in and feel like their role matters,” Christian said.

[Photo] Spotlight: Band and Drill Team Officers

Madison Barnes, Managing Editor of News and Features
September 1, 2023
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy application poster.

Chick-fil-A Leader Academy Applications Open

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
September 1, 2023
The tennis team poses together before Meet the Eagles. "I’m looking forward to making it far again this year and even winning state," Senior Emilio Rodriguez said. "I’m preparing by working hard everyday and trying to push my teammates with the same intensity and expectations I have for myself." Photo courtesty of Randal Namanny.

Tennis Ranks Number One In Pre-Season

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
August 23, 2023
New teacher Kim Watson teaches her class of freshman. She teaches Floral Design

High School Welcomes New Teachers

Jaida Jones and Josey Derosier
August 21, 2023
The tennis team poses after the State tournament. five out of the six players placed as semifinalists.

Tennis And Golf See Success at State

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
May 25, 2023
Harris presents her costume design to the judges at State. This is one section of the competition at the state tournament.

Students Compete at State Theatrical Design

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
May 11, 2023
Theater camps summer camp poster. those interested can contact Kari McKenzie.

High School To Host Summer Camps

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
May 11, 2023
Students pose with the "MakerBot SKETCH" grant. This $4,594.20 grant will help purchase new 3D printers

Education Foundation Awards $25,000 in Classroom Grants

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
April 1, 2023
Casey Poe throws his college recruitment letters.

Sports Recruitment: A Deep Dive

Charlotte McConathy and Jaida Jones
April 1, 2023
Teachers Earn Local and State Awards

Teachers Earn Local and State Awards

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
March 21, 2023
Senior Olivia Harwell and her cast mates practice on the stage. “I enjoy theater for so many things," Harwell said. "I love the camaraderie of the cast and the family. We have the ability to love each other.

Creating a Scene

Jaida Jones and Christian Wynne
March 7, 2023
Bailee Breaux poses at the signing tables. She will be joining the DBU cheer and stunt team.

Seniors Sign to Colleges

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
March 2, 2023

Bob and Weave

Charlotte McConathy and Jaida Jones
February 24, 2023
Screenshot taken from Blankenship's video.

Senior Becomes Finalist For Scholarship, Needs Votes to Win

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 10, 2023
Volleyball and Football Players Receive Awards

Volleyball and Football Players Receive Awards

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
February 8, 2023
The varsity boys basketball team cheers as their team scores a point. They won against Mabank 48-39

Sports Recap Jan. 9-15

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
January 19, 2023
Winter formal Graphic

[Photo] Drill Team To Host Winter Formal

January 19, 2023
Staff member Debbie Barnett holds up Colleen Hoover's it Ends With Us. She was substituting for Mr. McKenzie's class.

Colleen Hoover – The Queen of the Best-Seller List

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
January 8, 2023
Featured Faces: Andreas Lehmann

Featured Faces: Andreas Lehmann

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
December 26, 2022
Students tape their music up to practice before their competition. They performed a set of scales and excerpts from two songs

Band Competes at All-Region

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
December 21, 2022
Featured Faces: Landry Henington

Featured Faces: Landry Henington

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
December 19, 2022
The freshmen boys basketball team prepares to play.

[Photo] Student Slideshow December ’22

Charlotte McConathy, Managing Editor
December 20, 2022
Hats for the Holidays information poster. This poster was displayed by Student Council throughout the halls

Student Council Hosts Fundraiser

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
December 6, 2022
Students in the Internship in Business Management class pose with the candy they have made. The Lindale Candy company is one of the many businesses the class has partnered with this year.

[Video] Peeking Behind the Real-World Curtain

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
November 18, 2022
Lindale lines up against Vidor. Lindale won 45 to 23

Sports Recap Nov. 7-12

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
November 14, 2022
Featured Faces: Donovan Pennington

Featured Faces: Donovan Pennington

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
November 14, 2022
Featured Faces: Kiya Hale

Featured Faces: Kiya Hale

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
November 7, 2022
The team poses with their trophy after competing at the state competition. "This team will play until they have nothing left but what they have given," junior Zoe Bozick said.

Tennis Earns State Semi-Finalists Title

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
November 1, 2022

The Move To The Lone Star State

Paula Arantes and Jaida Jones
October 31, 2022
Featured Faces: Kristopher Hawkins

Featured Faces: Kristopher Hawkins

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 31, 2022
Featured Faces: Jacobi Fisher

Featured Faces: Jacobi Fisher

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 24, 2022
Featured Faces: Savanna Thrash

Featured Faces: Savanna Thrash

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 17, 2022
Photo by DS stories: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-person-holding-a-glittery-pumpkin-stem-9966348/

Key Club Hosts Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 13, 2022

Volleyball Sports Recap Oct. 4th

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 13, 2022
Junior Emilio Rodriguez and senior Bailee Lane are the top tennis players on the varsity team.

[Video] Tennis Aces

Charlotte McConathy and Jaida Jones
October 12, 2022
Featured Faces: Garret Phillips

Featured Faces: Garret Phillips

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 10, 2022
Sophomore Bailey Park adjusts her camera. She was helping film the Print Shop documentary

EagleVision Begins Work on New Contest Films

Jaida Jones, Editor-In-Chief
October 6, 2022
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