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The Crimson Connection

The student news site of Cypress Woods High School

The Crimson Connection

The student news site of Cypress Woods High School

The Crimson Connection

A scene taken from Nausicaa: of the Valley of The Wind

“Miyazaki’s Epic Masterpiece”

SujeanS, Staff Reporter March 1, 2016

"Miyazaki's epic masterpiece" is how Studio Ghibli's 'Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind' is described on the movie's case, and I could not have put it any better myself. This animated fantasy movie was...

My Day in Austin

My Day in Austin

BillyS, Online Editor February 26, 2016

I took a campus visit to the University of Texas in Austin in a desperate attempt to narrow my search of prospective trains into a successful future. After this visit, I can certainly say that the University...

Book Cover of The Good Girl

The Good Girl: An Adrenaline-Filled Bestseller by Mary Kubica

Jordan Miller, Acting Editor-in-Chief February 20, 2016

Mary Kubica’s bestselling novel, The Good Girl, is a novel that may replace Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl in the mother of all plot twists. I began the book as the result of an offhand comment made...

Tower at Vanderbilt University. Photo by Jordan Miller.

Anchor Down: A Review of Vanderbilt University

JordanM, Managing Editor December 7, 2015

Driving to Nashville, where the university is located, gave me an indicator of just how gorgeous the campus would be. Rolling hills covered with fall foliage greeted my eyes on the road to the music...

Maddie and Tae, Start Here

Maddie and Tae, Start Here

BennettR, Staff Reporter November 4, 2015

While I am not an expert on country music, Maddie and Tae's "Start Here" was an enjoyable album that contained some very endearing pieces.  "Start Here" is their debut album, and it gave me a good impression...

The Wildcat Java Cafe is here

The Wildcat Java Cafe is here

KyleR, Staff Reporter October 30, 2015

Twice a school year the culinary classes opens the doors of the Wildcat Java Cafe. With today being the day before Halloween (Day Two is on Valentine's Day), they themed everything after the holiday and...

Rice and Bean Cuban Cuisine

Rice and Bean Cuban Cuisine

MaddyP, Staff Reporter October 29, 2015

I recently had dinner at Rice and Bean Cuban Cuisine off of 290. At first, I was admittedly skeptical since the small restaurant was empty at 6:00 pm. However, it smelled great so I decided to give it...

Diving Under the Sea with Mulan

KiaraS, Staff Reporter October 18, 2015

The weekend of October 15-17 the Cy Woods Theatre company performed the Little Mermaid jr. and Mulan jr. The show was fun for all; the audience was filled with people of all ages that were constantly laughing...

Falling Quick for Kiss Me Quick

Falling Quick for Kiss Me Quick

SujeanS, Media Editor October 14, 2015

Nathan Sykes, an English singer and songwriter, released a single called "Kiss Me Quick". This is his debut single, and it has put a good impression in my mind. Who could resist tapping their toes and...

iOS 9 – Not Number 1

KyleR, Staff Reporter October 9, 2015

Recently, Apple released the new iOS operating system for i-phones, but you would think it is better than the last; well you would be dead wrong. Instead, iOS 9 is one of the worst operating systems I’ve...

Tasty Treat for your Equine

HaleyB, Staff Reporter October 4, 2015

 This tasty treat will win your horses' love. The treat is easy to make and only takes 25 minutes to bake. It contains flour, sugar, water, molasses, large carrots and oats. First you shred the carrot...

Euripedes: The Tragedy of Medea

Euripedes: The Tragedy of Medea

MatthewR, Staff Reporter September 30, 2015

Last week Thursday, Friday and Saturday Wildcat theater  successfully held its production of a Greek tragedy Medea by Euripides in the commons courtyard. The tragedy is of a woman named Medea who...

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