A direct relationship
Manasvi Reddy, Copy Editor
April 1, 2020
Every year, Randy Baskin begins his Honors Physics class the same way. He asks the students what the most important word in the English language is before tying all their responses back to a single word: relationships. For Baskin, relationships between people, places and experiences have shaped...
A virus does not define a race
Sandra Le, Reporter
March 30, 2020
The Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak emerged in Wuhan, China and quickly spread around the world. With the rising number of cases, many people are quick to point fingers at a particular group, Asians. Various videos have surfaced online of Asian-Americans being targeted because of the virus. They’...
Things to do in Wichita Falls A-Z
Sandra Le and Mandy Huynh, Reporter and Editor-in-Chief
March 13, 2020
The Coronavirus has canceled all of your Spring Break travel plans. Now what? Here is an A-Z guide to keep you busy over the break. A- Arcade The Deep End costs only $5 for unlimited games. Don’t let the outside fool you! Maniac’s Mansion (TAG’s) is also another great option; it’s only $7 ...
Q/A with state powerlifters Hannah Wilson and Lance Asmus
Meghan Helton, Reporter
March 11, 2020
It may only be their first year powerlifting, but Rider's Hannah Wilson and Lance Asmus have proven to be quick learners. Both will represent the Raiders at their respective state meets later this month. Wilson placed second in regionals and will lift again on March 21 in Waco. Asmus placed fif...
Spring Has Sprung
Sheridan Allen, Reporter/ Photographer
March 9, 2020
It’s been a hectic last couple of weeks with many sports and academic events in full swing. Here are some pictures highlighting that.
Taking center stage
Sandra Le, Reporter
March 5, 2020
Within the crowded halls of the school, sophomore Londi Reid is an average, everyday 16 year old. But under the lights of the Wichita and Backdoor Theatres, Reid is a well-known performer. Reid, who is currently playing Nala in the Wichita Theatre’s production of The Lion King, began acting o...
Q/A with baseball coach Jeremy Crouch
Meghan Helton, Reporter
February 27, 2020
After a one-year hiatus from the playoffs, Rider baseball bounced back in 2019 with a young squad. Many key players are returning in 2020, leading to high expectations. The Rider Chronicle sat down with head coach Jeremy Crouch to discuss the upcoming season, returning standouts and a few new face...
Q/A with softball coach Abby Bates
Mandy Huynh, Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2020
Rider’s Abby Bates is entering her second season as the head softball coach of her alma mater where she holds 35 school records. The Lady Raiders opened up the 2020 season last week and are looking to make progress after Bates’ debut last year. She sat down with The Rider Chronicle to discuss the ...
Power On: Esports comes to campus
Sheridan Allen, Reporter/ Photographer
February 21, 2020
A few months ago, room 243 was filled with dust and empty tables. Now it is filled with 24 smiling, laughing students as Rider welcomes the esports (electronic sports) club. Esports is competitive gaming between people or teams. This new wave of gaming has brought many different types of students tog...
Carrillo corners the competition
Meghan Helton, Reporter
February 20, 2020
Emmanuel Carrillo Jr., the freshman soccer player and cross country runner named after his father. He takes the field wearing black and gold, seemingly no different from the next athlete. But he’s not always clad in school colors during competition. When he’s in the ring, he wears the color...
Q/A with Valentine’s Day couples: Wilson and Murillo
Meghan Helton, Reporter
February 13, 2020
With Valentine’s Day this week, the Rider Chronicle sat down to interview many Rider couples about their relationship. Seniors Daine Wilson and Karina Murillo have been together for almost a year with their anniversary approaching in March. They discussed favorite memories, what annoys their partner ...
Shooting for Mars
Meghan Helton, Reporter
January 30, 2020
Cold waves crash on the silent beach, everything illuminated by the pale glow of the moon. The coast observes a young girl lying in the sand, gazing up to the heavens. Born in Amalfi, Italy, she grew up on the European coast as an orphan. Angry and not wanting to go to bed, she would escape to her...
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