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Stephen F. Austin High School's Newspaper "The Maroon"

The Maroon

Stephen F. Austin High School's Newspaper "The Maroon"

The Maroon

Stephen F. Austin High School's Newspaper "The Maroon"

The Maroon

The fix is in

Texas Undergoes Legislative Changes in 2025

Charlie Stovall, Writer October 17, 2025

An attack on democracy or just changes to our beloved state? What changes have been already implemented, and how has Texas reacted? To fully understand how the TEA has been operating, we need to understand...

Grab it!

Running Late: Why Austin High Students Can’t Find a Spot

Phoebe Miller, Editor-in-Chief October 16, 2025

Every upperclassman at Austin high knows the complicated, messy story of parking at Austin High. Whether fighting off trail runners or curious tourists, Austin High real estate is a hot commodity. It seems...

Power Down Put Away

Power Down and Put Away

Phoebe Miller, Editor-in-Chief October 16, 2025

“Power down and put away.” Shiny new plastic signage is pasted in every hallway of the Austin High School campus. The small paper posters feature an image of a cellphone with an X over it: a perpetual...

UT student teachers: learning, leading, and lifting Austin High.

U.T.’s Programs for Teachers: From Student Teacher to AHS Educator

Charlie Stovall, Writer October 16, 2025

During your time at Austin High, you may have had the opportunity to have student teachers in your classroom. Just a handful of Austin High School instructors get the chance to host student teachers from...

"I want to thank everyone at Austin High, especially the kids"

Saying Adieu To Madam Toulouse

Solomon Stephens, Writer April 28, 2025

For 15 years the French language program has been taught by only one woman: Amy Toulouse, but sadly, at the end of the 2025-26 school year, She is retiring.  Madam Toulouse has been teaching for 28 years,...

One of our most valued teachers says goodbye.

Thank You Ms. Cokor

Alden Bruner, Writer April 28, 2025

Throughout Austin High’s lengthy history, few have stayed longer than Ms. Cokor. With over 30 years at this school, she is one of our most valued teachers, having taught subjects like psychology, history,...

The departure of Ralph Miller

The Lasting Legacy of Mr. Miller

Elliott Day, Writer-Editor April 28, 2025

The end of the 2024-2025 school year marks the departure of Ralph Miller from Austin High School. Out of his 31 years of teaching, Mr. Miller has spent 16 years at Austin High School. As an original leader...

How the PTSA Will Look in 2025

How the PTSA Will Look in 2025

Elliott Day, Writer-Editor February 10, 2025

Over the years, the Parent Teacher Student Alliance (PTSA) has tried to create a cohesive community at Austin High School between teachers, parents, and students by advocating for greater expansion of...

Celebrating Mrs. Ault

Celebrating Mrs. Ault

Mariella De Leon, Writer February 5, 2025

This edition, we proudly recognize an educator who embodies the spirit of inspiration, dedication, and commitment to student success; Mrs. Kerri Ault, our 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year! With 28 years of...

The Show Must Go On

The Show Must Go On

Alden Bruner and Cooper Mills December 16, 2024

Last year, UIL renowned theater directors Billy Dragoo and Annie Dragoo retired from Austin High. Over the past 30 years, they had created a reputation for Austin High’s theater department, a national-ranking...

Marching to New Heights

Marching to New Heights

Mariella De Leon, Writer December 16, 2024

As the marching band starts heading toward the end of the season, many senior members are anticipating their futures. This is especially prominent for senior drum major Luke Bone. Since his sophomore...

An Uplifting Season

An Uplifting Season

Ian Thomas and Solomon Stephens December 13, 2024

For the first time since 2020, the Austin High football team has succeeded in advancing to the playoffs. Though their game ended in a loss, the team’s work and hardships shaped Austin High Football for...

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