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Cat Talk
The student news site of Millbrook High School

Cat Talk
The student news site of Millbrook High School

Cat Talk
Grayson McClendon

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief

Hey y’all! My name is Grayson McClendon, and I am so excited for year 3 writing for the Cat Talk! At Millbrook, I am a part of Varsity Cheerleading, Varsity Stunt, National Honors Society, and Service Club. I am also an FCA leader, the President of NHSDA, and an active member of Elite Wildcats and DECA. Outside of school, I enjoy going to the beach and spending time with my friends and family. This year I will be the Co Editor-in-Chief of the Cat Talk– AND I’M SO PUMPED! xoxo

 

 

 

All content by Grayson McClendon

Cats on the Prowl: Alec DeMartino and Kaylee Snead

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
May 9, 2020
During the World Surf League's 2017 Quiksilver Pro France surf competition, surfer Italo Ferreira rides a wave in to compete for first place. Surfing is not only a way to enjoy oneself at the beach, but arguably one of the most intricate sports in the world.

Exploring the art of surfing

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2020
Working a varsity football game, junior Emma Harrison, Ms. Dawson, and junior Addison Dameron watch over the team to make sure every player is healthy and safe. This is just one of many things that sports med does for us here at Millbrook.

A look inside sports med

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
May 2, 2020
Catching up on her sleep, senior Allie Bettenhausen demonstrates how she uses her free time due to our two-month break. Read to see what you can be doing to make the most of your time!

Ways to keep yourself busy: Quarantine edition

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2020
Hitting the shelf, senior Johnny Worthen ensures his good fortune by following the superstition of knocking on wood. This is just one of the many ways we can guarantee good luck.

It is your lucky day!

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
March 17, 2020

Why should you apply for newspaper or yearbook?

Grayson McClendon, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2020

Service Club members speak out during the nomination period

Grayson McClendon, Co- Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2020
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV. Read on for the highlights of the game that helped the Chiefs in this win.

The Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl!

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2020
Dribbling the ball down the court, small forward and shooting guard Kobe Bryant plays in one of the last games of his career. Bryant was killed this morning due to a helicopter accident.

Lakers player Kobe Bryant dies at age 41

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2020
Hugging senior Ella Schaffner, junior Elizabeth Griffies captures her friendship after a weekend working with her. Although Schaffner is type A and Griffies is type B, the combination of many attributes from each personality type make their friendship strong.

Are you Type A or Type B?

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2020
Flying with wings on its back, this pig displays the idiom, “I’ll do it when pigs fly!” Idioms are one of the strangest things in the English language; read on to find out their origins!

Idioms: Where do they come from?

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
December 24, 2019

Cats on the Prowl: Carter Ramey and Joshua Brito

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2019
Marching in during the patriotic football game, JROTC’s Color Guard carries the nation’s colors in, joined by Raleigh's Fire Department. JROTC is a program held at Millbrook that includes students who want to work on their leadership, excellence, and discipline.

A look inside of J.R.O.T.C.

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2019
Dancing with her best friend, seniors Nazjeah Davis and Shamari Montegomery listen to their favorite song in dance class. Dancing is a great way to connect you with your friends, and 2019 has brought some great moves to go along with it.

Dancing our way through 2019

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2019

Cats on the Prowl: Keanna Rembert and Bryant Griffin

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2019
Posing in her “Power” shirt, senior Mackenzie Hudson gives the audience a grin at the end of the dance concert last spring. The dance department is one of many aspects that makes Millbrook so amazing.

Millbrook: why we are the best!

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2019
Wearing matching costumes, seniors Delfina Ortega and Reagan Williams get ready for Halloween. These are some of the many costumes that will keep you looking trendy this year!

How to stay trendy this Halloween season

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2019
During the 2018-2019 season, Odell Beckham Jr. played wide receiver for the Giants. This year he will be playing for another team, along with many other players.

Looking into the NFL preseason

Grayson McClendon, Co Editor-in-Chief
July 29, 2019
Standing next to his former cast member, Christian smiles after a successful performance of Shrek. Theatre and the arts is something that Christian is very passionate about in and out of school.

Spectacular Students: Christian Bartney

Grayson McClendon, Sports and Social Media Editor
May 22, 2019

Legacies around the school

Grayson McClendon, Sports and Social Media Editor
May 22, 2019
Racing towards the finish line, the 2014 Kentucky Derby participants competed with California Chrome coming out on top. The Derby began in 1872, and this year was definitely set apart from the rest!

Reliving the Kentucky Derby

Grayson McClendon, Sports and Social Media Editor
May 11, 2019
Doing a handstand, junior Aliya Ward has hopes of getting rid of her hiccups. This is just one of many things that we can do to get rid of those awful things!

How do I get rid of these hiccups?

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
April 2, 2019
Performing a song from his album The Microphone Series, Mr. Williams, or Rise Rashid, raps along the East Coast while on tour. How much do you really know about Mr. Williams?

Tribute to Rise

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
March 20, 2019
Running up to stop the offender, Rebecca High attempts to block the ball as goalie. Rebecca plays soccer outside of school and will be a part of the Junior Varsity team this upcoming season.

Spectacular Students: Rebecca High

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
March 20, 2019
High fiving, forwards RJ Barrett and Zion Williamson congratulate each other after beating Louisville 71-69. The Duke Blue Devils have a great chance to come out as champions of the NCAA Tournament.

Starting off March Madness

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
March 19, 2019
Waiting at the basket, junior Sam Hood prepares to shoot a free throw. His contributions to the Men’s Basketball Team helped them go undefeated this season!

MHS Men’s Basketball in a nutshell

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
March 17, 2019

Black History Month FYI: Berry Gordy

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
February 19, 2019

Black History Month FYI: In honor of President’s Day-Barack Obama

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
February 18, 2019
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady prepares a pass towards his receivers during the NFL season. Brady, as well as the rest of his team, scored a total of 13 points to put them on top in order to be titled the 53rd Super Bowl Champions.

Patriots Win the Super Bowl

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
February 4, 2019
2018 Millbrook graduate Bria Bryant chose to stay in state and attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill because it was always her dream school while growing up in Raleigh. Read up to see the pros and cons of going to college in or out of state!

In state vs. out of state college

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
January 20, 2019
Many are excited to see Disney’s The Lion King coming to theaters this summer. Check out what else is going on during 2019!

Things to look forward to in 2019

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
January 2, 2019
Posing with senior Kailee Storie, Kerrington Keyes smiles after crowning the Homecoming Queen, after being crowned himself as Mr. Millbrook. Kerrington is very involved, and this alone shows how spectacular of a student he is!

Spectacular Students: Kerrington Keyes

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
December 19, 2018
Early school start times affect some students more than others. Grayson is seen fixing her sleep schedule so that she can pass her test, while Emma is ready to start school so that she can get out early to do her extracurricular activities

That’s what she said: Should school start later?

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
December 19, 2018
Blowing bubbles, junior Margaux Smith and sophomore Katherine Pair compete to see whose is the biggest. What other food can do this?

Gum galore!

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
December 1, 2018
Sleeping is something that is made to be enjoyed by everyone. It seems so simple to understand, but how much do you really know about sleep?

What do you really know about sleep?

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
November 6, 2018
Leading the class in a warm up, Ms. Hoy stands at the front of the class to prepare her students for a great day of dance. Helping people and dance are her two favorite things, so what better than to be a dance instructor!

Teacher Tribute: Hallie Hoy

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
October 29, 2018
Kicking the ball to a fellow teammate, junior Sterling Adams makes a great pass during her soccer game. Sterling also contributes to many clubs, sports, and activities here at Millbrook.

Spectacular Students: Sterling Adams

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
October 29, 2018
Sitting alongside the Plastics, Cady Heron, in the red, transforms into one of them. Today is not only the day that you wear pink, but it is not just any typically Wednesday, ‘It’s October 3’.

On Wednesdays we wear pink!

Grayson McClendon, Sports Editor
October 3, 2018
Using her famous forehand that knocks her opponent off balance, Serena Williams is caught in action going for the ball. Williams is one of the greatest tennis players today, so why did she not win the US Open this year?

The controversy behind the US Open

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
September 9, 2018
Standing in the front, Rose-Marie holds her flag during the Christmas parade in downtown Raleigh. This is just one of many thing that she loves to do while representing Millbrook!

Spectacular Students: Rose-Marie M. Bina

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2018
Posing with shopping bags, I give a big thumbs up to shopping in the store. Aren't these more fun to open than a box?

That’s what she said: In store shopping

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2018
Digging its nose into the ground, the Chupacabra searches for any sign of livestock, for the sole purpose of attacking it and sucking its blood. This is just one of many hoaxes that are so unusual, it is hard to believe they were established as real at one point in time.

Weird creatures that do not exist… or do they?

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
May 14, 2018

That’s what she said: Standardized Testing; helping or hurting education?

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
March 15, 2018
Leading the way in the Bojangles Invitational in Columbia, South Carolina, Sammy Storey, 2, speeds past in the mile during track season. This is just one of many things Sammy does here at Millbrook.

Spectacular Students: Sammy Storey

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
March 15, 2018
Going for a layup, freshman Ford Spainhour doesn’t let fear stop him from doing what he loves. Although fear seems scary, he reminds himself that it is not a bad thing to be afraid.

Seeing the beauty in fear

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
March 11, 2018
Helping out a friend, Owen Reynolds shows his dominant love language of acts of service by helping out Enzo Wolf with his classwork. This is one of many ways that love languages show you things about your relationship that you may not even know!

How love languages can help your relationships

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
February 15, 2018
Enjoying each others company, Elizabeth Iager and AJ Kurke try to hold a conversation with each other without being distracted by their phones.

That’s What She Said: Relationships With Technology

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
January 10, 2018
Leading the crowd at a football game, Bria Bryant cheers on her team with the other varsity cheerleaders. This is just one of many ways Bria shows her school spirit at Millbrook.

Spectacular Students: Bria Bryant

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
January 10, 2018
Posing with his friends, Sam gives two thumbs to a great summer being a trainee at Camp Kanata. This is one of many ways Sam spends his time and exhibits great leadership skills, which is what makes him a spectacular student.

Spectacular Students: Sam Levine

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
December 6, 2017
Hitting a lib in an extension, cheerleader Jesse Crossland uses strength and balance while being in the air on one foot. This is one of many stunts that cheerleaders do.

Is Cheer a Sport?

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
November 28, 2017
Expressing ideas and emotions through technology has now been adapted through emoticons. The new emojis coming out from Apple on the iOS 11.1 update will give a bigger variety of people an opportunity to express their emotions.  

Apple Introduces New Emojis

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2017
Warding off the defender, Ryan Rebne passes the ball to a teammate. Playin soccer is one of many things Ryan enjoys doing here at Millbrook.

Spectacular Students: Ryan Rebne

Grayson McClendon, Staff Reporter
October 6, 2017
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