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Shiren Noorani

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor

Senior Shiren Noorani is the managing editor, and this is her third year on staff. When she’s not busy, she loves to watch sports, play basketball and travel with her family.

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Losing the little things that once made Ramadan what it has always been gave me an outlet to dig deeper into my own faith. It has taken me five Ramadans to realize how much my family fills the hole left in my life since my grandpa left.

Opinion: A table once full

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
March 31, 2025
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about how therapy isn’t for everyone.

Myths by the Month: Therapy

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
March 27, 2025
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DECA will compete in its state meet on March 6-8 at the Dallas Hilton Anatole. Hebron DECA has the most state qualifiers from any LISD delegation, with a school-record-breaking 89 competitors.

DECA to compete at state meet March 6-8

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
March 5, 2025
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I met my younger self for coffee this morning. We talked about life — the ways things used to be vs. how they are now. I hope we meet for coffee again.

Opinion: A sip of the past

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
March 5, 2025
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about how even though “I love you” has been diluted, that doesn’t mean the phrase shouldn’t be used.

Myths by the Month: “I love you”

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
February 12, 2025
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The girls basketball team ended its season last week, which marked the conclusion of the first full season for four new assistants. Here are the stories of the coaches behind the team.

Behind the whistle

Siya Patel and Shiren Noorani
February 12, 2025
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Freshman girls basketball coach Shalyn Waddell played basketball throughout middle school and high school, going onto Western Illinois University to continue that dream. Waddell always knew she wanted to be a coach after seeing the impact her coaches had on her life.

Shalyn Waddell

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
February 12, 2025
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Girls varsity basketball assistant coach Stephen Jamison played sports throughout his childhood, and although he tried them all, basketball was his passion. Jamison graduated from Texas Tech University and is now in his seventh year of coaching.

Stephen Jamison

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
February 12, 2025
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Beyond the Game: AP Human Geography teacher Kelley Ferguson

Gavin Lambert and Shiren Noorani
February 10, 2025
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In the span of five minutes, my life as a Dallas Mavericks fan changed forever. Luka Doncic was traded. There aren't enough words to describe the pain I feel from this trade.

[Photo] Opinion: An unforeseen farewell

Gavin Lambert, Sports Editor
February 4, 2025
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Beyond the Game: Girls basketball coach Lisa Branch

Gavin Lambert and Shiren Noorani
February 3, 2025
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JV shooting guard Amirra Thomas and varsity guard Vanessa Broadnax sprint down the court while running a drill in practice on Jan. 30. The girls basketball team will play its final district home game against Braswell on Jan. 31 at 5:45 p.m. in the arena.

Girls basketball to play final home game against Braswell Jan. 31

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
January 30, 2025
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about how I’ve always been told that maturity comes with age.

Myths by the Month: Maturity comes with age

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
January 28, 2025
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about how even though actions are greater than words, that doesn’t mean words should go unheard.

Myths by the Month: Actions ≥ Words

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
December 17, 2024
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Small forward Monet Brown goes through a practice drill on Dec. 6 in preparation for their upcoming games. The Lady Hawks are going into their second district game against Marcus with an overall record of 7-7.

[Photo] Girls basketball to play district rival Marcus Dec. 13

Siya Patel, Entertainment Editor
December 12, 2024
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The phrase “the more you give, the more you get,” though cliche, is the embodiment of how I’ve grown up. It’s become a way of life rather than just a good deed.

Opinion: More than you get

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
December 11, 2024
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Head coach Rachel Buckley looks back at the bench as she motions a play to outside hitter Addison Vary during the first round of playoffs against Mckinney Boyd on Nov. 4. In Buckley’s first year as head coach, the Lady Hawks made it to round three of the playoffs with an undefeated district record before losing 3-0 to Southlake Carroll on Nov. 12.

Home Again

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
December 11, 2024
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[Video] Beyond the Game: Senior Cadence McDonald

Gavin Lambert and Shiren Noorani
December 9, 2024
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(Left to right) Guard Makayla Forde and forward Vanessa Broadnax run a practice drill with the team in practice on Dec. 6. Last year, the Lady Hawks went undefeated in district, and this year the team holds a 6-7 record upon the completion of its non-district season.

Girls basketball to play first district game against Coppell 12/10

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
December 9, 2024
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[Video] Beyond the Game: Seniors PJ Crayton and Sheldon Armour

Gavin Lambert and Shiren Noorani
November 18, 2024
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Every time I visit my grandpa’s grave, I leave white roses. It’s never any other flower, always the same to symbolize that no matter when I come or how long it’s been, the foundation of my love for him will always stay the same — the flower will always stay the same.

Opinion: Goodnight, Dada

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
November 11, 2024
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Outside hitter Cadence McDonald spikes the ball in the third set. JJ Pearce blocked the shot, resulting in the Lady Hawks losing the point and leaving them trailing 12-6 in the third set.

[Photo] Photo gallery: Volleyball area championship vs. JJ Pearce 11/7

Auyeh Oufi, Reporter
November 11, 2024
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about “what ifs” being overrated.

Myths by the Month: What if?

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
November 8, 2024
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Beyond the Game: Gavin Lambert and Shiren Noorani

Gavin Lambert and Shiren Noorani
November 4, 2024
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Photo Gallery: Volleyball team’s district championship game vs. Flower Mound 10/29

Photo Gallery: Volleyball team’s district championship game vs. Flower Mound 10/29

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
October 31, 2024
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about grieving those who are alive.

Myths by the Month: Living Grief

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
October 31, 2024
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Senior Kenneth Han competes at the 11th Annual Great Plains Marimba Competition in the summer. Though he didn’t win, Han said he was proud of the performance he was able to achieve since his improvement from the previous year.

Double the Rhythm

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
October 29, 2024
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Reporters Auyeh Oufi and Shiren Noorani argue about whether or not college degrees are crucial to success.

Point/Counter-point: Are college degrees crucial for future success?

Auyeh Oufi and Shiren Noorani
October 25, 2024
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Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
October 25, 2024
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[Photo] For: Auyeh Oufi

Auyeh Oufi, Reporter
October 25, 2024
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[Photo] Photo Gallery: Volleyball senior night vs. Little Elm 10/18

Auyeh Oufi, Reporter
October 22, 2024
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Middle blocker Lindy Lawley sets the ball during the third set of the Lady Hawks’ game against Little Elm on Oct. 19.. Despite losing this point, Hebron maintained its lead with the score being 8-5.

[Photo] Volleyball team aims to remain undefeated against Lewisville Oct. 22

Saahir Mawani, Design Editor
October 21, 2024
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Pretending to be OK isn’t a good habit of mine. My mind — like many others — has led me to feel it’s better for me to suppress those feelings in order to be there for others. It isn’t.

Opinion: The faces I wear

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
October 17, 2024
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I scanned my boarding pass and entered the tunnel: a portal. The portal that has led me “home” for the past 17 years and brought me back.

[Photo] Opinion: 7,679 miles

Auyeh Oufi, Reporter
October 16, 2024
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Swig came to the local area a week ago, with the Coppell location holding its grand opening on Oct. 3-4. It’s safe to say that my usual 30 minute drive to Swig becoming just 10 minutes could be the best yet also the worst thing to happen to me.

Swigging it right

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
October 11, 2024
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From my first word to my first car, my grandparents have always been there. They have always known me in different ways, yet their individual love and sense of care fits perfectly like two puzzle pieces.

Opinion: Puzzle Pieces

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
October 8, 2024
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Wide receiver Tyler Hoke stands on the sidelines before the start of the game at Coppell on Sept. 27. The team lost the game 14-49.

7 on 7

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
September 30, 2024
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about the common misconceptions formed about suicide.

Myths by the Month: Suicide

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
September 26, 2024
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[Photo] Photo Gallery: Volleyball vs. Denton Guyer 9/20

Saahir Mawani, Design Editor
September 24, 2024
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LISD instituted a new policy this year, stating that students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade must silence their cell phones and put them away upon entering the building. Cell phones cannot be used at any point of the school day whether it is before or after school, during passing periods, classes, lunch or recess.

LISD institutes new pre-high school phone policy

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
September 18, 2024
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Librarian Deborah Zeman flips through a folder of book recommendations that she put together for students. She is new at the school after working at Hedrick Middle School for the last three years.

More than Books and Bonbons

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
September 16, 2024
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about the “connection” of violence and mental illnesses.

Myths by the Month: The “connection” of violence and mental illnesses

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
August 30, 2024
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I have 83 days between now and my first day of senior year. The countdown is proving to be both a race to the end of my childhood and an absolute whirlwind into adulthood.

[Photo] Opinion: Beginning of the End

Saahir Mawani, Design Editor
May 22, 2024
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Junior Haris Dosani makes a jump shot to get his team in the lead. Dosani's team, "Barn Jr." went on to lose the game 38-45.

Shooting their shot

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
May 21, 2024
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I find myself going through my baby photo albums whenever I miss my grandpa. I’ve always kept the things I love close, and the people I love even closer.

Opinion: The everlasting feeling of loss

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
May 17, 2024
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Every year, seniors must decide their future. While doing this, they face the application process — finding the right college, figuring out how to pay for tuition and handling the mental stress of it all.

Tunnel Vision

Eyesha Sadiq and Shiren Noorani
May 16, 2024
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Hebron 9 principal Amanda Werneke talks to students throughout their lunches. Last month, Werneke won LISD secondary principal of the year after being nominated for the second time.

Quick on her feet

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
May 15, 2024
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Our generation can be defined in one word: isolated. While we have made tremendous strides in our mental health resources compared to past generations, mental health still continues to decline.

[Photo] Staff editorial: The isolated generation

Staff
May 14, 2024
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It’s the “little” things that make up how much you truly love someone, the things that emphasize how much you care because it’s meaningful and personalized. It’s saying “I love you” without uttering the words.

Opinion: To be loved is to be known

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
May 7, 2024
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about how, as humans, we are constantly taking things for granted.

Myths by the Month: Taking things for granted

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
May 1, 2024
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about how you don’t always have to wait to get to the end of the tunnel to find the light.

Myths by the Month: Finding light in the darkness

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
April 15, 2024
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The titles we give certain relationships aren’t limited to our blood relations; they are bonds that we can make with anyone at any point in our life. I’ve been fortunate enough to find siblings through friendship.

Opinion: Siblings aren’t just blood related

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
April 10, 2024
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Marking 19 years of the show, “Grey’s Anatomy” premiered season 20 on March 14. This premiere made me feel all sorts of nostalgia, taking me back to its earlier seasons.

Something about 20

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
March 21, 2024
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Myths by the Month is a blog dedicated to tackling things I’ve been told related to mental health that are actually myths. This month, I’m talking about how expressing your love can be shown in a variety of different ways.

Myths by the Month: Love in different rhythms

Shiren Noorani, Managing Editor
March 19, 2024
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After deciding to graduate early, I was worried I would not get into the college that I wanted. Now, after being accepted to one of the best schools for my major, I can not wait to see what the University of Texas at Austin holds for me. I am now “Gone to Texas”.

[Photo] Senior Column: “Gone to Texas”

Eyesha Sadiq, Entertainment Editor
March 8, 2024
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