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The Marquee

Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Madi Olivier

Madi Olivier, Editor in Chief

Madi Olivier is a senior and third-year staffer, although most people know her as the short girl who talks too much. The newsroom is her favorite place to be and she spent most of her time last year convincing Hale to let her stay after school for “just five more minutes.” However, if the door to C108 is locked, you can normally find her at gymnastics practice or in the kitchen trying to bake. Her speciality is anything burnt or overflowing from the pan. She’s so excited to be the editor in chief of The Marquee and to see what amazing, impactful stories her staff will publish this year. 

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"I used to be quiet and never stood up for herself, and my mom spent my childhood trying to change that. It was like a switch was flipped my sophomore year of high school."

Senior column: Like mother, like daughter

Madi Olivier May 21, 2021

My mother glared at me from across the kitchen. It was the same look she’s given me since I was little — the one that allowed her to tell me exactly how she felt about me pinching my twin sister...

Senior twins Alsa Khan and Muhammad Jee attend the senior signing event in the cafeteria. Alsa has been involved in Student Council, while Muhammad was on the track team.

Achieving the American dream

Senior twins emigrate from Pakistan, plan to attend top colleges
Madi Olivier May 16, 2021

A lot of words can be used to describe seniors Alsa Khan and Muhammad Jee. Twins. AP students. Alsa, the senior class president. Muhammad, the nationally-ranked athlete and future Ivy League student. But...

"Through their reporting, journalists give a voice to the voiceless, sharing stories of grief, hope and everything in between.”

Column: Voice for the voiceless

Madi Olivier May 4, 2021

Yesterday was World Press Freedom Day, but it comes at a time when most people respond with one word when I tell them I want to go into journalism: “Why?” And as much as I wish I could make...

How to host your own mini prom

How to host your own mini prom

Madi Olivier April 23, 2021

If there’s one thing students know after growing up on Disney Channel movies, it’s that prom is supposed to be one of high school’s most magical nights. From sparkly dresses to punch bowls and...

Reviews: Berry delicious

Reviews: Berry delicious

Best local places to get smoothie bowls
Madi Olivier April 11, 2021

Nekter - 5/5 5810 Long Prairie Road I’ve heard multiple people gush about Nekter Juice Bar, located only a few minutes from campus. After walking in, I began to understand why. The shop is laid back...

The Ogilvie family, including Cade (left), Brooke (middle) and Madden (right), arrived at the race before sunrise, giving Cade time to make sure he was prepared.

Miles for Miles

Athletic trainer honors late son in Ironman triathlon
Madi Olivier March 25, 2021

Editor's note: This story won first place for feature stories in the  2021 National Scholastic Press Association individual awards competition.

Sophomore Charley David was diagnosed with ADHD in third grade. It mainly affects her ability to focus, which she had to overcome while taking virtual classes this year.

Finding focus

Sophomore manages ADHD with virtual learning
Madi Olivier February 19, 2021

Sophomore Charley David describes living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, as starting each day with a blank sheet of notebook paper. The tasks she needs to complete are like her...

Increased acceptance and representation has opened the door for more teens to identify as LGBTQ+ than previous generations.

Finding pride

LGBTQ+ identity increases among teens
Madi Olivier, Sophia Craig, and Shriya Mukkavilli February 16, 2021

Editor's note: This story was part of an in-depth package of our Feb. 12, 2021 issue, which won first place for print in depth news/feature package in the ILPC contest. It was a finalist for series/project...

Freshman Chris Noe was diagnosed with leukemia in May 2019. He is now one year cancer free and playing baseball for the school.  Chris said that  throughout treatment, he never gave up on his goal of returning to the field.

Back on the pitcher’s mound

Baseball motivates freshman through leukemia treatment
Madi Olivier December 17, 2020

Editor's note: This story was included in the portfolio that was named superior in the 2021 TAJE Best of Texas contest. It was also named a superior sports feature story. It won for sports features in...

Board of Trustees Vice President Tracy Scott Miller announced his idea to randomly drug test students in late October to help reduce drug abuse in schools. However, it is unclear if his plan will gain enough support to be voted upon or approved by the school board.

Test questions

Discussion of reviving student drug screening arises in district

Editor’s note: This story was a part of the in-depth package of our Dec. 16, 2020 issue, which was named as a superior in-depth package in the 2021 TAJE Best of Texas contest. It won third place for...

Flower Mound Fire Department Captain Wade Woody and Engineer Brody Eakin wear protective gear in front of the August Complex wildfire. They stayed in California for about two weeks.

Traveling heroes

FMFD helps fight California wildfires
Madi Olivier November 1, 2020

Editor's note: This story was named an honorable mention for feature stories in the 2021 TAJE Best of Texas contest. A thick cloud of smoke blocked the sun as the Flower Mound Fire Department firefighters...

Teenagers have become more active in politics in recent years, especially with the upcoming presidential election.

Rookies in the ring

Political involvement increases among students
Madi Olivier and Shriya Mukkavilli October 30, 2020

Editor's note: This story was included in the portfolio that was named superior in the 2021 TAJE Best of Texas contest. It also won second place for news stories in the Press Women of Texas high school...

There are many ways to celebrate Halloween when stuck at home.

There are many ways to celebrate Halloween when stuck at home.

The team renamed their annual Marcus Invitational to the Coach T Invitational to honor previous head coach Steve Telaneus (left). It will take place on Oct. 10 at North Lake Park in Denton. The first race starts at 7:30 a.m.

Following in stride

New head coach takes over after mentor’s death
Madi Olivier September 24, 2020

If anyone glanced through the window of the cross country team’s bus in July 2016, they wouldn’t have seen anything special.  They were on their way home after training in the Woodlands. Athletes...

Assistant Cross Country, Track and Field Coach Corey Wales moved from Utah to work with the Marauders. This is his first year with the program.

Hit the ground running

Cross country, track program hires new assistant coach
Madi Olivier September 24, 2020

One of Head Cross Country, Track and Field Coach Andrew Reinberg’s first tasks after taking over the program was hiring Assistant Coach Corey Wales in late July. “He’s been helping me and...

Superintendent Dr. Kevin Rogers announces LISD's plan to delay in-person learning until Sept. 8 in a video released by the district.

LISD postpones in-person classes

Madi Olivier July 29, 2020

Editor's note: This story was named a superior news story in the 2021 TAJE Best of Texas contest. In-person learning will be delayed until at least Sept. 8 throughout the district. All students, including...

Flower Mound High School graduates Meena Dara (left), Sarah Joseph (middle) and Julia Young (right) join the protest near the Flower Mound Kroger.

Black lives matter protest

Community members demonstrate against police brutality
Madi Olivier June 2, 2020

Editor's note: This story included in the portfolio that won first place for writer of the year in the 2020 National Scholastic Press Association individual awards competition. It was also included in...

Community members protest against police brutality by holding signs along Long Prairie Road.

Community members protest against police brutality by holding signs along Long Prairie Road.

Marcus graduate Emily Vanzant holds a sign to show her support for the Black Lives Matter movement.

Marcus graduate Emily Vanzant holds a sign to show her support for the Black Lives Matter movement.

Head cross country, track and field coach Steve Telaneus poses with the girls cross country team's regional trophy in 2016.

Leaving a legacy on and off the track

Coach’s death impacts school, community
Madi Olivier May 7, 2020

Editor's note: This story included in the portfolio that won first place for writer of the year in the 2020 National Scholastic Press Association individual awards competition. It was also included...

The Kids Kastle construction site is empty as local residents self quarantine due to a stay at home order. The community build days were postponed due to COVID-19.

Building memories

New Kids Kastle increases accessibility, builds community
Madi Olivier April 29, 2020

The reconstruction of Kids Kastle is one of the many events cancelled by the city of Highland Village, which recently issued an emergency declaration in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, cancelling...

Denton County Judge Andy Eads issued a stay at home order for the county in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Denton County issues stay at home order

Madi Olivier March 25, 2020

Editor's note: This story was named an excellent news story in the 2021 TAJE Best of Texas contest. Yesterday, Denton County Judge Andy Eads announced a stay at home order for the county in response...

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student-submitted questions about the coronavirus.

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student-submitted questions about the coronavirus.

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student submitted questions about the coronavirus.

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student submitted questions about the coronavirus.

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student submitted questions about the coronavirus.

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student submitted questions about the coronavirus.

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student submitted questions about the coronavirus.

In this podcast, The Marquee asks Flower Mound family practice physician Dr. Jack Johnson student submitted questions about the coronavirus.

Many national tests, including the SAT, ACT and AP exams, are being moved in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Many national tests, including the SAT, ACT and AP exams, are being moved in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.