Skip to Main Content
The Student News Site of Zachary High School

The Hoofprint Online

The Hoofprint Online

The Hoofprint Online

Adam Fevella teaches his class at the podium.

Change to Grading Scale Sparks Controversy

Milan Mack, Staff writer April 22, 2025

The Louisiana Department of Education recently changed the grading scale for high school students, ordering that Honors classes be weighed on a 5.0 scale instead of a 4.5 scale. As a result, Zachary High...

President Donald Trump Looks to Serve Third Term

President Donald Trump Looks to Serve Third Term

Miles Partin, Staff Writer April 17, 2025

Donald Trump is a name that has come up all too frequently throughout the past six months. The current president was re-elected in the 2024 election after losing the 2020 election to Joe Biden and...

A group of FCA members pose for the camera, capturing the memory in a photo!

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes: Bringing Together Athletes Through the Word of God

Irie Brown, Staff writer April 10, 2025

Looking for a way to break away from the school grind and start your day with some good vibes and meaningful conversation? The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) offers just that—and more! It's not...

Journalists in the Oval Office question Donald Trump.

Donald Trump Violates First Amendment Freedoms

Milan Mack, Staff writer March 24, 2025

The Bill of Rights is the first of ten amendments to our Constitution, created to guarantee the preservation of human rights. Written by James Madison in 1791, it was intended to limit the power of our...

Gaynell Young

Remembering the Legacy of Zachary’s Dr. Gaynell Young

Miles Partin, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

Many prominent figures have shaped Zachary into the city it is today. Whether it's a Zachary alum owning a small local business or a professional athlete representing the Z, none have compared to the...

From left to right, Jamyrea Foreman (12) and Julie Fink hold the check that allowed them to fund Wellness Week.

Athletic Director Julie Fink Leads Wellness Week for Students

Irie Brown, Staff writer March 14, 2025

With the ACT in progress and LEAP and AP testing on the way, most students are beginning to feel the stress that accompanies the last few months of the school year. The pressure to keep up grades and simultaneously...

Alexander Knight Receives Endorsement from Mayor

Alexander Knight Receives Endorsement from Mayor

Irie Brown, Staff writer February 27, 2025

While running for Louisiana Beta Vice President, Alexander Knight (11) earned a prestigious recognition—he was personally praised by Baton Rouge Mayor Sid Edwards. After interviewing Knight, Edwards...

From left to right, Grace Noel (10), Da'Marion Wilson (9), Erynn Williams (10), and Tycen Smith (11) stand side by side, singing on stage.

Into the Woods Left Audiences Stunned

Maddy Snyder, Editor-in-Chief February 21, 2025

For the past week, the Zachary High theater department has blessed audiences with their performance of Into the Woods, starring Tycen Smith (11), Amelia Dupre (11), Braelynn White (9), Eyrnn Williams...

Ethan Nelson (12) and Rafael Costa (12) sit together at the ACT brunch.

ACT Brunch Photo Gallery

Miles Partin, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

Gracie Dalfers singing "I want a hippopotamus for Christmas."

The Magic of Childhood Christmas

Irie Brown, Staff writer January 7, 2025

Upon entering the VPAC, I was immediately drawn to the Christmas decorations. The room's entire mood had been transformed into something completely different from what I'm used to. It was like stepping...

From Restroom to Wreck Room

From Restroom to Wreck Room

Irie Brown, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Recently, schools across the country have been forced to implement stricter bathroom rules. Along with the usual spew of problems such as vaping and fighting that occur in public school bathrooms, many...

Load More Stories
Donate to The Hoofprint Online
$160
$10000
Contributed
Our Goal