Although she faced heavy discrimination her entire life, Bessie Coleman fought to pursue her flying career. She became the first woman of African American descent to achieve a pilot’s license, and she earned an international pilot’s license in 1921. Mostly known for her air shows, Coleman also served as inspiration for many people of color who aspired to be pilots.
Katherine Johnson: A Mathmetician Who Broke Barriers
The 1950s and 60s were a turbulent time that saw everything from the space race to the civil rights movement, two separate events that were brought together in Katherine Johnson. As a NASA employee and an African American woman, she worked with groundbreaking math and labored to break down the […]
Norbert Rillieux: The First Chemical Engineer
Widely recognized as one of the first chemical engineers, Norbert Rillieux revolutionized how sugar was produced, changing the industry forever. Although he lived in a society where slavery still existed and free people of color were discriminated against, he managed to find success for his creative inventions.
Shirley Chisholm: A Pioneer in Politics
In an era where African-American women faced enormous discrimination, Shirley Chisholm pioneered politics and advocated for the rights of minorities. Elected in 1968, she became the first black woman in Congress and the first to run for president under a major political party. “Fighting Shirley” was a crucial champion for those whose voices often went unheard.
HOSA Diagnoses Blood Drive as a Success
On Nov. 29, Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), a club for students interested in medical professions, hosted a blood drive with Carter BloodCare, and collected a total of 83 units of blood from 83 students.
Taking an In-Depth Look at What Makes a Club Unique: ASL Club
While a variety of languages are offered at Timber Creek, American Sign Language (ASL) is unique in that it is completely nonverbal.
New Coach Aims to Strengthen Cross Country Program
Before the school year even started, the Timber Creek Cross Country Team practiced everyday. This was not unfamiliar for most members of the team, but there was something different this summer: Josh Allen was the new head coach.
Falcon Runners Find Success at First Meet
On Sat., Aug. 18, the Timber Creek cross country team opened their season at the Mansfield-Timberview Six Mile Relay.
Hannah Engebretson Earns Recognition for Performance on Spanish Exam
Junior, Hannah Engebretson, earned national recognition for an outstanding performance on the 2018 National Spanish Examinations.
Everything You Need to Know About 2018 AP Exams
After a school year of preparation, AP exams are fast approaching. AP exam testing starts on May 7 and goes through May 18.