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FUTURE SCIENTISTS TAKE ACTION Junior Axel Castro demonstrates lab skills while gathering petition signatures to bring AP Chemistry to the course catalog for next fall.
Student Rallying for Advanced Chemistry Course
March 5, 2025
FROM EDITING THE PAPER TO EXECUTING PLAYS The Dragon Echo team poses just before kickoff at the Class of 2028's Powder Puff Football Tournament Fundraiser.
2/13/25 Powder Puff Football
February 20, 2025
READY FOR A GREAT SEASON Varsity Cheerleaders posing at Dragon Stadium as they prepare for Friday night lights. Photo courtesy of Three Birds Photography by Brynna Birdwell
Cheer Tryouts Kick Off
February 3, 2025
Fried Oreo recipe written by students in Mrs. Jaramillo's 3rd-period AP Research class and prepared by Mrs. Duncan's culinary students in a cross-curricular activity.
Recipe for Success
December 16, 2024
UIL Speech and Debate students after receiving medals at Saturday's practice UIL meet in Lindale.
Practice Perfection
November 6, 2024
Candidate signs displayed on the property across from a polling place on election day.
The 2024 Presidential Election
November 5, 2024
WHEN SAFEGUARDS BECOME ROADBLOCKS Student Chromebook displaying a district created test question with the image blurred due to internet restrictions.
Access Denied
February 3, 2025
Bring Our Band Back Home
Bring Our Band Back Home
September 24, 2023
REMEMBERING MS. FRANKS A photo taken of Franks before her illness progressed to the point that she could no longer teach. Photo courtesy of Roya Dinbali.
Beloved Biology Teacher Leaves Lasting Legacy
February 3, 2025
SPARKS FLY, SPIRIT SOARS The NISD emblem is still visible during the bonfire for the NHS class of 2020. Photo courtesy of Roya Dinbali
Emotional Embers
February 3, 2025
GRINCHING IT UP Dragonettes appear on stage with the Grinch at the Christmas Show. Photo courtesy of Andi Howell
Spirited Traditions
February 3, 2025
Lucy the Poodle, in her new home after being on the run for nearly a week.
Let’s Talk About Lucy
September 20, 2024
Image of William Shakespeare, author of the play "Macbeth."
The ‘M’ Word
April 5, 2024
Japanese students of the Sister City Exchange Program visit Mrs. Jaramillo's AP Seminar Class on October 11th.
Japanese Exchange Students Experience Local Hospitality
October 20, 2023
Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
October 17, 2025
10/10/25 Dragons vs. Bobcats
10/10/25 Dragons vs. Bobcats
October 14, 2025
10/3/25 Dragon's vs. Falcons
10/3/25 Dragon’s vs. Falcons
October 5, 2025
DRAGONS DEFEAT INDIANS - Defensive line holds firm in varsity game against Jacksonville on Friday
9/26/26 Dragons vs. The Fightin’ Indians
September 29, 2025
Black vs. Gold
Black vs. Gold
September 22, 2025
Dragon Royalty - Homecoming King Micah Lockett and Queen Arlette Castillo crowned during Friday night's pre-game ceremony.
2025 Homecoming Court
September 22, 2025
I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys, Philomel Books, 2022
Modern Library
February 3, 2025
Lovely War by Julie Berry, book cover.
Lovely War by Julie Berry
September 18, 2023
Small Favors by Erin A. Craig | Goodreads
Small Favors Leaves Readers Wanting More
September 6, 2023
Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
October 17, 2025
10/10/25 Dragons vs. Bobcats
10/10/25 Dragons vs. Bobcats
October 14, 2025
10/3/25 Dragon's vs. Falcons
10/3/25 Dragon’s vs. Falcons
October 5, 2025
DRAGONS DEFEAT INDIANS - Defensive line holds firm in varsity game against Jacksonville on Friday
9/26/26 Dragons vs. The Fightin’ Indians
September 29, 2025
Black vs. Gold
Black vs. Gold
September 22, 2025
Dragon Royalty - Homecoming King Micah Lockett and Queen Arlette Castillo crowned during Friday night's pre-game ceremony.
2025 Homecoming Court
September 22, 2025
April 29, 2025
The Woods
November 20, 2024
another shade of blue
November 7, 2024
Players take the field after halftime Friday night against the Texas High Tigers.
11/8/24 Dragons vs. Tigers (Texas High)
November 11, 2024
11/1/24 Dragons vs. Tigers
11/1/24 Dragons vs. Tigers
November 4, 2024
10/25/24 Dragons vs. Mavericks
10/25/24 Dragons vs. Mavericks
October 29, 2024
Junior Maddie competing in the 50 Fly race during the Dragon Invitational Swim meet on Saturday.
10/26/24 Dragon Invitational Swim Meet
October 27, 2024
10/18/24 Dragons vs. Wildcats
10/18/24 Dragons vs. Wildcats
October 21, 2024
10/11/24 Dragons vs. Bobcats
10/11/24 Dragons vs. Bobcats
October 13, 2024
The Dragons' 2024 Varsity Football Highlights Video.
2024 Football Highlight/Hype Video
October 11, 2024

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Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
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Players take the field after halftime Friday night against the Texas High Tigers.
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11/8/24 Dragons vs. Tigers (Texas High)
November 11, 2024
11/1/24 Dragons vs. Tigers
11/1/24 Dragons vs. Tigers
10/25/24 Dragons vs. Mavericks
10/25/24 Dragons vs. Mavericks
Junior Maddie competing in the 50 Fly race during the Dragon Invitational Swim meet on Saturday.
10/26/24 Dragon Invitational Swim Meet
10/18/24 Dragons vs. Wildcats
10/18/24 Dragons vs. Wildcats
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Axel Castro
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I'm Axel Castro.  I'm a senior, I play soccer, and I like fishing. As a photographer, I would like to...

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Lilli Nicholas
Reporter

I’m Lilli, and I'm a sophomore at Nacogdoches High School. I play tennis and am also a Key Club officer....

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FUTURE SCIENTISTS TAKE ACTION Junior Axel Castro demonstrates lab skills while gathering petition signatures to bring AP Chemistry to the course catalog for next fall.
Student Rallying for Advanced Chemistry Course
Isabella Castillo, Reporter
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Features
REMEMBERING MS. FRANKS A photo taken of Franks before her illness progressed to the point that she could no longer teach. Photo courtesy of Roya Dinbali.
Beloved Biology Teacher Leaves Lasting Legacy
Heidi Nicholas, Co Editor • February 3, 2025
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Emotional Embers
DeLayna Adams, Co Editor • February 3, 2025
Spirited Traditions
Lilli Nicholas, Reporter • February 3, 2025
Let’s Talk About Lucy
Rees Runnels, Arts and Entertainment Reporter • September 20, 2024
The ‘M’ Word
Rees Runnels, Arts and Entertainment Reporter • April 5, 2024
Japanese Exchange Students Experience Local Hospitality
Jean Choi, Reporter • October 20, 2023
Arts and Entertainment
Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
Pink Out Pep Rally 10/17/25
October 17, 2025

10/10/25 Dragons vs. Bobcats
10/10/25 Dragons vs. Bobcats
October 14, 2025

10/3/25 Dragon's vs. Falcons
10/3/25 Dragon’s vs. Falcons
October 5, 2025
DRAGONS DEFEAT INDIANS - Defensive line holds firm in varsity game against Jacksonville on Friday
9/26/26 Dragons vs. The Fightin’ Indians
September 29, 2025
Black vs. Gold
Black vs. Gold
September 22, 2025
Dragon Royalty - Homecoming King Micah Lockett and Queen Arlette Castillo crowned during Friday night's pre-game ceremony.
2025 Homecoming Court
September 22, 2025
Editorial
WHEN SAFEGUARDS BECOME ROADBLOCKS Student Chromebook displaying a district created test question with the image blurred due to internet restrictions.
Access Denied
Staff • February 3, 2025

Currently, the district's internet policy restricts high school student internet access the same as elementary students, crippling their ability...

Bring Our Band Back Home
Bring Our Band Back Home
Jean Choi, Reporter • September 24, 2023

Every Friday night, the seats of Dragon Stadium fill up with anticipating fans, parents, and students. Most of us will never have a chance to...

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