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SHOUTING THEIR SUPPORT Band members cheer in support of the football team during the game against the Hallsville Bobcats.
Show Up For Each Other
November 7, 2025
RISE AND SHINE The senior class of 2026 gathered for Senior Sunrise to mark the beginning of their last year together.
Seniors Gather For Sunrise Tradition
November 7, 2025
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
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
BEFORE THE BELL NNDCC students stand at attention during the daily morning flag ceremony.
Beyond The Uniform
November 7, 2025
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
11/14/25 Dragons vs. Indians
11/14/25 Dragons vs. Indians
November 17, 2025
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins, Scholastic Press, 2025
Sunrise on the Reaping
November 10, 2025
11/7/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
11/7/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
November 10, 2025
10/31/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
10/31/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
November 6, 2025
10/31/25 Senior Pep Rally
10/31/25 Senior Pep Rally
November 6, 2025
Senior Night (Band)
Senior Night (Band)
November 4, 2025
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins, Scholastic Press, 2025
Sunrise on the Reaping
November 10, 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
11/14/25 Dragons vs. Indians
11/14/25 Dragons vs. Indians
November 17, 2025
11/7/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
11/7/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
November 10, 2025
10/31/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
10/31/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
November 6, 2025
10/31/25 Senior Pep Rally
10/31/25 Senior Pep Rally
November 6, 2025
Senior Night (Band)
Senior Night (Band)
November 4, 2025
Senior Night 2025 (Pre-Game)
Senior Night 2025 (Pre-Game)
November 4, 2025
April 29, 2025
The Woods
November 20, 2024
another shade of blue
November 7, 2024
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK Varsity Tennis players Armaan Rajani and Karcsi Yonzon celebrate after a doubles victory.
Tennis Ends Season 6-7
November 10, 2025
ALL IN Coaches and players lock in during a crucial timeout during the boys' water polo match against North Forney.
Shaping Success
November 7, 2025
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
The Dragons' 2024 Varsity Football Highlights Video.
2024 Football Highlight/Hype Video
October 11, 2024

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11/14/25 Dragons vs. Indians
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November 17, 2025

TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK Varsity Tennis players Armaan Rajani and Karcsi Yonzon celebrate after a doubles victory.
Sports
Tennis Ends Season 6-7
Grady Hart, Reporter • November 10, 2025
ALL IN Coaches and players lock in during a crucial timeout during the boys' water polo match against North Forney.
Shaping Success
Players take the field after halftime Friday night against the Texas High Tigers.
11/8/24 Dragons vs. Tigers (Texas High)
11/1/24 Dragons vs. Tigers
11/1/24 Dragons vs. Tigers
10/25/24 Dragons vs. Mavericks
10/25/24 Dragons vs. Mavericks
Meet the Staff
Melanie Garcia
Melanie Garcia
Reporter

Hello!! My name is Melanie, and I am a senior. I am involved in band, theatre, Interact, and NHS. This...

Lilli Nicholas
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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News
SHOUTING THEIR SUPPORT Band members cheer in support of the football team during the game against the Hallsville Bobcats.
Show Up For Each Other
Phoebe Jaramillo, Reporter
Read Story
Features
BEFORE THE BELL NNDCC students stand at attention during the daily morning flag ceremony.
Beyond The Uniform
Abigail Roldan, Reporter • November 7, 2025
Read Story
Beloved Biology Teacher Leaves Lasting Legacy
Heidi Nicholas, Co Editor • February 3, 2025
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
Arts and Entertainment
11/14/25 Dragons vs. Indians
11/14/25 Dragons vs. Indians
November 17, 2025

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins, Scholastic Press, 2025
Sunrise on the Reaping
Lilli Nicholas, Reporter • November 10, 2025

It has been almost a year since the release of Suzanne Collins’ latest book, “Sunrise on the Reaping.” The release was highly anticipated,...

11/7/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
11/7/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
November 10, 2025
10/31/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
10/31/25 Dragons vs. Tigers
November 6, 2025
10/31/25 Senior Pep Rally
10/31/25 Senior Pep Rally
November 6, 2025
Senior Night (Band)
Senior Night (Band)
November 4, 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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