The student news site of Cypress Woods High School

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

The forgetful fate of Wendy Williams

The forgetful fate of Wendy Williams

Lauren Lavers, Publications Liason May 17, 2024

Beloved daytime talk show host and internet icon Wendy Williams was diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia, a loss of cognitive functioning often resulting in memory loss...

Going Hard but Wanting  to go Home

Going Hard but Wanting to go Home

Jessica Sinclair, Staff Reporter May 17, 2024

According to USA Today, by the age of 13, around 70 percent of kids drop out of their sport. Athletic burnout can be defined as a condition where athletes lose interest and love for their sport from a...

Putting in the work

Putting in the work

Evie Henderson, Online Editor May 17, 2024

Last year, the Cy Woods baseball team advanced to the UIL State Baseball Tournament, leaving those on the team with memories and inspiration to set new goals for themselves for the upcoming year. All team...

Hello, Dolly

Hello, Dolly

Zackary Lewis, Cartoonist March 8, 2024

In January the Cy Woods Theater Company performed their rendition of “Hello Dolly” the musical. “Hello Dolly”, follows the story of Dolly and her adventures while playing matchmaker for the people...

Teacher of the year: Mama L

Teacher of the year: Mama L

Van Chmielewski, Reporter March 8, 2024

It is difficult to imagine the extent how much a teacher can impact hundreds of students. However, at Cypress Woods High School numerous candidates surpass the standard expectations, like the 2024 Cy Woods...

Woods welcomes its newest Wildcat

Woods welcomes its newest Wildcat

Holly Neighbors, Editor-in-Chief March 8, 2024

Lloyd Turner has spent the last 14 years furthering the minds and education of young minds. He started his career at Homes Lee Elementary and Saphir High School as a student teacher. Which brought Turner...

The Dance Showoffs

The Dance Showoffs

Evie Henderson, Online Editor March 8, 2024

The Dance ShowOffs occur yearly and never fail to wow the audience. This event is the only time that all 12 CFISD high schools get to perform together and showcase the talent of the school district. Judges...

Gift Guide for the Holidays

Van Chmielewski, Staff Reporter December 15, 2023

Students at the Game

Students at the Game

Evie Henderson, Online Editor November 17, 2023

  Football games have something for everyone: cheering in the student section, performing in band or cheer, or just sitting in the bleachers with your friends. Anyone can go to a game and leave...

Mums for life

Mums for life

Holly Neighbors, Editor-in-Chief November 17, 2023

Homecoming, a Texas tradition that has lasted through a multitude of generations, began with small, real flowers and just a few ribbons hanging underneath that were pinned to a shirt and worn throughout...

Team of the issue: Volleyball

Team of the issue: Volleyball

Jessica Sinclair, Staff Reporter November 17, 2023

The women’s varsity volleyball team places high in district play and brings home wins consistently. Despite this, due to the timing of their season, volleyball is oftentimes overshadowed by the hustle...

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