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Adam Fevella teaches his class at the podium.
Change to Grading Scale Sparks Controversy
President Donald Trump Looks to Serve Third Term
President Donald Trump Looks to Serve Third Term
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
Journalists in the Oval Office question Donald Trump.
Donald Trump Violates First Amendment Freedoms
Gaynell Young
Remembering the Legacy of Zachary’s Dr. Gaynell Young
Adam Fevella teaches his class at the podium.
Change to Grading Scale Sparks Controversy
Madelyn Chatelain (11) uses her rangefinder to determine how much force the golf ball will need.
A Welcome to the Golf Team
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
Gaynell Young
Remembering the Legacy of Zachary’s Dr. Gaynell Young
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
Gaynell Young
Remembering the Legacy of Zachary’s Dr. Gaynell Young
Zachary Elementary coach teaches kids about working out.
Fall Festival
A Bucket Full of Sunshine: Summer Camps Edition
A Bucket Full of Sunshine: Summer Camps Edition
A Bucket Full of Sunshine: Snowball Stands Edition
A Bucket Full of Sunshine: Snowball Stands Edition
Celebrating Black-Owned Businesses
Celebrating Black-Owned Businesses
President Donald Trump Looks to Serve Third Term
President Donald Trump Looks to Serve Third Term
Journalists in the Oval Office question Donald Trump.
Donald Trump Violates First Amendment Freedoms
Report on the Southern California Wildfires
Report on the Southern California Wildfires
Why Is It Crucial to Show Up to the Ballot?
Why Is It Crucial to Show Up to the Ballot?
9/11: A Tragic Tale Told from the Eyes of Our Educators
9/11: A Tragic Tale Told from the Eyes of Our Educators
Madelyn Chatelain (11) uses her rangefinder to determine how much force the golf ball will need.
A Welcome to the Golf Team
Jack Prejean (12) winds up to deliver a pitch from the mound.
Zachary High School Baseball Run-Rules Woodlawn High School on Senior Night
Avery Moffet (11) stands on second base after pinch running.
Girls’ Softball Routes the Woodlawn Panthers 20-3 in their First District Game
Tucker Cox (10) watches as his opponents play before him, golf club in hand.
The Golf Team Beats their Opponents in their Latest Matches Against Catholic Pointe Coupee
Boys Baseball Loses Close Battle with the Dutchtown Griffins 3-1
Boys Baseball Loses Close Battle with the Dutchtown Griffins 3-1
Madelyn Chatelain (11) uses her rangefinder to determine how much force the golf ball will need.
A Welcome to the Golf Team
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
Evelyn Vargas (12)
Women’s History Month: Final Part
Madison Alcerro (12)
Women’s History Month: Part Two
Persevering with a Prosthesis: Lilly Richard and Clifton Walker IV
Persevering with a Prosthesis: Lilly Richard and Clifton Walker IV
TikTok Terrors
TikTok Terrors
Kansas City's Chiefs' Mascot Controversy
Kansas City’s Chiefs’ Mascot Controversy
Politics is to Sports as Greed is to Power
Politics is to Sports as Greed is to Power
Why Is It Crucial to Show Up to the Ballot?
Why Is It Crucial to Show Up to the Ballot?
Is It Time for a Change in Washington?
Is It Time for a Change in Washington?
Dog Man's Return
Dog Man’s Return
How Vincent Perry Shared His Traumatic Experience Through Film
How Vincent Perry Shared His Traumatic Experience Through Film
Ranking King Cakes from Best to Worst
Ranking King Cakes from Best to Worst
African American Inventors Who Changed the World
African American Inventors Who Changed the World
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
If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin
If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin
Every Day by David Levithan
Every Day by David Levithan
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
All the Best Liars by Amelia Kahaney
All the Best Liars by Amelia Kahaney
The Not So Golden Globes
The Not So Golden Globes
Music's Most Iconic Night: MTV's Video Music Awards 2023
Music’s Most Iconic Night: MTV’s Video Music Awards 2023
Take to the Seas!
Take to the Seas!
This is Us Review
This is Us Review
Coachella In the Flesh
Dog Man's Return
Dog Man’s Return
How Vincent Perry Shared His Traumatic Experience Through Film
How Vincent Perry Shared His Traumatic Experience Through Film
Wicked (2024): The Reincarnation of a Beloved Wonderland
Wicked (2024): The Reincarnation of a Beloved Wonderland
Ten K-Dramas That You're Sure to Love!
Ten K-Dramas That You’re Sure to Love!
Mean Girls (2024): A Remolded Touch on a Cherished Classic
Mean Girls (2024): A Remolded Touch on a Cherished Classic
Tyler, the Creator’s Chromakopia: An Unfiltered Journey Through Tyler’s Life
Tyler, the Creator’s Chromakopia: An Unfiltered Journey Through Tyler’s Life
Madelyn Chatelain (10) shows her pride before the Guts concert!
Recounting Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts Concert!
2023 MAMAs: The Biggest Event in K-Pop
2023 MAMAs: The Biggest Event in K-Pop
Let's Bop to Some K-Pop!
Let’s Bop to Some K-Pop!
Music's Most Iconic Night: MTV's Video Music Awards 2023
Music’s Most Iconic Night: MTV’s Video Music Awards 2023
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
Members of the cast huddle around Izzy Blackledge (12), who played Miss Scarlett, as they devise a plan. Blackledge did an excellent job of portraying Miss Scarlett's intelligence (as seen in this scene) as well as the more flirtatious aspects of her character.
Clue: A Cinematic Experience
From left to right: Magnolia Charlet (12) as Clairee, Kadra Bates (12) as Ouiser, Kassidy Hall (11) as Truvy, Fiona Anderson (12) as Shelby, Kenzie Robinson (12) as M'Lynn, and Willia Puckett (11) gossip as M'Lynn gets her hair done for Shelby's wedding.
Steel Magnolias: A Classic Southern Heartthrob
Terrolyn Woodridge (12) sings her solo "Stand Up" by Cynthia Erivo, in the opening number.
Zachary High Hosts Its Very Own BET Awards! 
Lillian Funk (11), head of booth, miking Grace Noel (9), who plays Matilda.
Matilda: Unseen Practice Before Perfection
2025 Senior Video
Black History Month Zachary Elementary Special
Black History – Robert Henry Lawrence Jr.
WZHS Broadcast 12/16
WZHS Broadcast 11/22

The Hoofprint Online

The Hoofprint Online
Samuel Montalbano

Samuel Montalbano, Online Digital Staff

Samuel Montalbano (11) is on the Hoofprint Online Digital media team. This is his first year working for The Hoofprint Online newspaper. Before working for The Hoofprint Online publication, he played the cello in the Zachary High School Orchestra. He enjoys playing the piano and hanging out with his friends online or in person in his free time.

All content by Samuel Montalbano
Senior Field Trip: Renaissance Festival

Senior Field Trip: Renaissance Festival

Maddy Snyder and Samuel Montalbano
November 22, 2024
Students pose on the Sophomore class float.

Don’t Rain on This Parade

Samuel Montalbano, Digitial Editor
October 17, 2024
Cross Country's First Meet at the West Feliciana Relays

Cross Country’s First Meet at the West Feliciana Relays

Samuel Montalbano, Digital Editor
September 17, 2024
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[Photo] What to Do When You Get the ACT Blues

Miles Partin, Staff writer
August 29, 2024
Tyler Jackson (10) places 1st in the sprint race.

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Marley James (10) competes in the 100- meter hurdle race.

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[Photo] Track and Field Take Home the Gold in Home Invitational

March 18, 2024
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Noah George (12) finishes the 4x800 relay race.

Noah George (11) races in the 4x800 relay.

Noah George running a 4x800 relay.

Tekoah Simpson (10) competes alongside a Baton Rouge High runner, in the sprint race.

Noah George (11) finishes his first lap of the 4x800 relay.

Noah George (11) beginning his relay

Conner Conahan (10) passes the baton to Noah George (11), in the 4x800 relay.

Braylon Payne (11) races with the baton, in the 4x800 relay.

Kellen Conachen(12) hands the baton to his brother, Connor Conachen (10), in the 4x800 relay.

Carson Southall (9) runs in his first meet in the 4x800 relay race.

Maximo Gennaro (9) gets his team a lead, during the first leg of the 4x800 relay.

Christopher Williams (12) gets ready to take his mark, before the 4x800 relay.

Track and Field Take Home the Gold in Home Invitational

Track and Field Take Home the Gold in Home Invitational

Samuel Montalbano, Staff Photographer
March 18, 2024
Kheiri Haynes (12) attempts to pass his opponent, while on offense.

Kheiri Haynes (12) attempts to steal the ball from the Bearcats, while on defense.

Peyton Walker (12) cheers her heart out for the Broncos!

Xavier Ferguson (11) tries to steal the ball from his opponent, while playing defense.

Xavier Ferguson (11) dribbles the ball away from his opponent.

[Photo] Boys Basketball LSHAA Playoffs Against Ruston High

March 7, 2024
Kheiri Haynes (12) catches his breath while playing offense.

Ruston charges at Kristion Brooks (10) in attempt to make a shot.

Ruston dribbles the ball down the court, after catching a rebound shot.

Emilee Crumholt (12) shows off to the crowd during a Bronco timeout!

Journie Jackson (10) tumbles down the court during a Bronco timeout!

Kheiri Haynes (12) strategizes a way to pass the ball to his teammate, while dribbling.

Kheiri Haynes (12) dribbles the ball down the court.

Kheiri Haynes (12) tramples past Ruston in attempt to make a shot.

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Amir Chaney (12) prepares to grab the ball from his teammate.

From left to right: Addison Brian (12), Brodie Jones (12), Abby Morris (12), and Alyssa White (12) get loud for Zachary!

Kheiri Haynes (12) fumbles the ball at halfway down the court.

Broderick "Beejay" Brooks (12) travels past Ruston.

Amir Chaney (12) fights to maintain the ball, with Ruston on his back.

Xavier Ferguson (11) dribbles the ball away from his opponent.

Boys Basketball LSHAA Playoffs Against Ruston High

Samuel Montalbano, Staff Photographer
March 7, 2024
Walking to New Orleans

Walking to New Orleans

Samuel Montalbano, Staff Photographer
December 13, 2023
Boys' Basketball Hosts St. Paul in Home Opener

Boys’ Basketball Hosts St. Paul in Home Opener

Samuel Montalbano, Staff Photographer
December 6, 2023
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[Photo] "Home Sweet Homecoming": The Parade and Maids

October 30, 2023
Best buds Kyrin Hardnett (11) and Brennan Bankston (12) fabulously pose for Jolly Rancher day.

[Photo] “Home Sweet Homecoming”: The Dress-Up Days

Ciannie Wellington, Staff Writer
October 31, 2023
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[Photo] “Home Sweet Homecoming”: The Pep Rally, Game, and Dance

Maximo Gennaro and Ciannie Wellington
October 30, 2023
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Pulling together their best western gear, Payton Aymond (11), Winston Moss (10), Aiden Carey (10), and Daniel Behr (10) dress as cowboys.

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