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Jazz-themed show to feature student talent
By Camila Noyola, Reporter • September 24, 2026
The annual Singeasy returns this fall. Band director Kelli Taylor and choir director J. Warren Mitchell have teamed up for a themed talent showcase scheduled for Oct. 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the cafeteria.
Tyrannosaurus debt
By Tristan Evans, Reporter • September 17, 2026
The United States owes more than $37 trillion, but why does that matter and how did we arrive here? Government revenue comes from taxes and is spent on public services, and this piece breaks down the basics.
OK State Fair promises rides, popular attractions
By Adrianna Hill, Reporter • September 11, 2026
The Oklahoma State Fair runs Sept. 11-21 with activities for every age, from performances and shows to games, rides and food.
New leadership structure provides support
By Eliana Hicks, Reporter • September 11, 2026
“One team, one goal” is this year’s theme, and it is more than a slogan. For administrators it meant reorganizing the school leadership structure to better support students and staff.
Teacher Feature: Molly Robins
By Johan Marin, Reporter • September 9, 2026
Molly Robins joins Harding Charter Preparatory High School as the new Pre-AP English I and II teacher. Raised in Norman in a family of educators, she brings a teaching background shaped by her mother’s classroom experience.
Yearbook sales open
By Yaaron Amoorpour, Reporter • September 4, 2026
Work has begun on the 2025-2026 yearbook, a way for Harding students and organizations to showcase their accomplishments while reflecting on the year.
Welcome Back BBQ brings school community together
By Yulieth De Leon, Reporter • September 2, 2026
Burgers on the grill and laughter in the air welcomed families, faculty and administration to the annual Welcome Back BBQ on Aug. 22.
Band advances to state
By Camila Noyola, Reporter • May 13, 2026
After a week lost to weather and illness-related closures left the ensemble without a full rehearsal before the district contest, the band still qualified for state.
Seussville comes to life
By Becca Jolly, Editor-in-chief • March 27, 2026
Spark Week, formerly Eagle Week, is approaching fast. It is HCP’s annual philanthropy week, raising money for a local nonprofit through activities and challenges.
What are tariffs, and how will they affect U.S. consumers?
By Tristan Evans, Reporter • March 27, 2026
Tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico were a central campaign promise, and this explainer looks at what they mean now that the 45th president has taken office.
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