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The Fuel The official page for The Fuel, the award-winning student newspaper at Judson High School! Visit us at thefuelonline.com. Mr.

The Fuel is the open-forum, award-winning, engaging student newspaper for Judson High School in Converse, Texas, a suburb of San Antonio, Texas. The organization has grown to become a news source for Judson High School, Converse, TX, and even Judson ISD. It's also nationally recognized, creating multiple award-winning journalists who have gone on to study journalism at various universities. The or

ganization is advised by Ms. Malila Kennedy and consists of about 15 student journalists. The department also produces four physical copies of the newspaper, operates the school's social media accounts, creates the school’s yearbook, The Rocket, as well as a wide range of journalistic photos. The organization is student-led. The journalists of The Fuel and The Rocket work collaboratively with, but independent from, the staff, faculty, and administration of Judson High School and Judson ISD. The journalism department and student journalists own all content produced by the organization. Journalism is a vital profession for the health and operation of a democratic society. People need to be informed about what is happening around them. Journalists are people trained to witness important events and tell the story through the power of the written word and/or photography. Our students are beginning their journey to becoming professional journalists by reporting on the events and people at Judson High School and the Converse community. Judson High School is a public, 4-year high school in Converse, Texas. It was established in 1959 and is now one of three comprehensive high schools in the Judson Independent School District. The school serves approximately 2,400 students. It has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School and an International Baccalaureate World School. Richard Mendoza serves as principal to Judson High School. Judson Independent School District is a public school district located in the San Antonio, Texas area. It serves seven different municipalities: Converse, San Antonio, Selma, Universal City, Kirby, Schertz, and Live Oak. The district’s superintendent is Dr. Jeanette Ball. Very few students are part of an organization in which their homework is published and up for criticism. Please be aware that The Fuel newspaper and The Rocket yearbook are student-created publications made in a journalism education lab setting. We regret that errors can and will occur. If you wish to contact The Fuel, you can email them at [email protected], email Ms. Kennedy at [email protected], or call Judson High School at 210-945-1100 x19605.

Due to internet outages, tonight’s FAFSA event has been canceled. If you were planning to attend, the next FAFSA night w...
12/17/2024

Due to internet outages, tonight’s FAFSA event has been canceled. If you were planning to attend, the next FAFSA night will be Jan. 16, 2025.

Last Saturday, Dec. 14, the Judson Cheer team held a fundraiser breakfast in the cafeteria. For $10, attendees could enj...
12/17/2024

Last Saturday, Dec. 14, the Judson Cheer team held a fundraiser breakfast in the cafeteria.

For $10, attendees could enjoy a pancake breakfast, hot cocoa and a DIY coffee station. The cheer team also had various activities, entertaining both parents and their kids. Families had the opportunity to meet the Grinch and could take photos which they could then print out as keepsakes.

Sophomore and cheerleader, Julianna Encarnacion shares, “I had an amazing time serving our community and seeing the smiles on the kids’ faces.”

📸: Dana Al Taleb

Tonight, Judson High School will host a financial aid night that is available to anyone starting or returning to college...
12/17/2024

Tonight, Judson High School will host a financial aid night that is available to anyone starting or returning to college. Join us in the Judson HS library from 5 - 6:30 p.m. and be sure to bring the necessary documents.

The Judson Rockets boys soccer team faced off against the Borne-Champion Chargers in their first scrimmage of the year o...
12/16/2024

The Judson Rockets boys soccer team faced off against the Borne-Champion Chargers in their first scrimmage of the year on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024.

Despite the wind, rain and the absence of a proper referee, the Judson Rockets managed to secure their win (2-0), and proved to started the season off right.

Be sure to come out and support our soccer team again, as they face Brennan High School in another scrimmage on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. The game will take place at Judson, with junior varsity playing at 5:30 p.m. and varsity playing at 7 p.m.


📸: Stephan Cook

On Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2024, the Green Wings club held their weekly meeting in sponsor Ms. Lozano’s classroom, H220. Stude...
12/16/2024

On Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2024, the Green Wings club held their weekly meeting in sponsor Ms. Lozano’s classroom, H220.

Students went door-to-door collecting paper from teachers to recycle, then headed back to the classroom to brainstorm community service events for the holiday season.

To read more about the creation, purpose and goals of the new club, be on the lookout for an upcoming article on thefuelonline.com from Treanna Moss!


📸: Treanna Moss

Yesterday, Dec. 12, 2024 Judson High School surprised students and staff with their annual Pop-Up Art Show, hosted by Mr...
12/13/2024

Yesterday, Dec. 12, 2024 Judson High School surprised students and staff with their annual Pop-Up Art Show, hosted by Mrs. Trost.

Students created paper mache works of art to fit with the theme of “Monsters on Parade.” Other works consisted of colorful paintings and book sculptures. Some pieces of art made by students were submitted into the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo Western Art Show and Contest, earning third and fourth place.

Thank you to the artists that spent their hard time creating these pieces of art for everyone to enjoy.

📸: Kaylee Menchey

On Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, senior, Linh-Lynn Bui and Ms. Perales hosted their second blood drive of the year. Students a...
12/13/2024

On Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, senior, Linh-Lynn Bui and Ms. Perales hosted their second blood drive of the year.

Students and teachers alike could donate, with students 17 years old and up being able to donate freely, whilst students 16 years old and below would need parent consent to do so. The MA and PCT programs also helped with the organization of it all.

“The blood drive was pretty amazing, it was the teamwork that really counted!” said Bui.


📸: Jontae Batts

TOMORROW, Wednesday, Dec. 11 is picture make up day for 9th - 11th graders. 📸If you missed your original picture day, yo...
12/10/2024

TOMORROW, Wednesday, Dec. 11 is picture make up day for 9th - 11th graders. 📸

If you missed your original picture day, you should receive a pass with your designated time.

If you want to retake your picture, listen for the announcement informing you when to head to the PAC auditorium.

Despite the gloomy weather, the Judson FFA Parent Alumni Association held its annual FFA Market on Saturday, Dec. 7, 202...
12/09/2024

Despite the gloomy weather, the Judson FFA Parent Alumni Association held its annual FFA Market on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.

The event was held inside this year, and mainly consisted of vendors promoting and selling their products. Attendees could also get pictures with the Grinch, as well as send a letter to Santa.

Food was available for purchase, including fresh homemade Chili.

Thank you to all of the vendors and volunteers that helped make this event successful despite the weather! We hope to see you again next year!!🚀

📸: Kevin Quintana

A Happy Thanksgiving to all of our Rocket family! 🤎🚀Entirely grateful for our amazing newspaper staff, administration, o...
11/28/2024

A Happy Thanksgiving to all of our Rocket family! 🤎🚀

Entirely grateful for our amazing newspaper staff, administration, our supporters/viewers who stick with us through everything, and our top notch advisor, Mrs. Romero! We hope that you all have a great day, spend time with your loved ones, and fill your stomachs!!

We want to know what your favorite Thanksgiving dish is!! Comment down below. 🦃🤎

On Friday, Nov. 22, Judson’s freshman team faced off against Round Rock’s freshman team in an intense basketball match.D...
11/23/2024

On Friday, Nov. 22, Judson’s freshman team faced off against Round Rock’s freshman team in an intense basketball match.

Despite the Round Rock Dragons’ best efforts, the Judson Rockets knew exactly how to take them down in an amazing display of both defense and offense. The Rockets secured the victory with a final score of 64-30.

Don’t forget to cheer for our Rockets in their next game on Monday Nov. 25 at Judson High School!!


📸: Kevin Quintana

On Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 Judson High School hosted the annual TACRAO (Texas Associate of Collegiate Registrars and Adm...
11/22/2024

On Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 Judson High School hosted the annual TACRAO (Texas Associate of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers) College Fair.

This event brought community colleges, trade schools, military recruiters and other post secondary school representatives to Judson High School for seniors to explore where they could go after high school. The event allowed parents and students who want to visit these schools and institutions, but can’t go to the school itself for whatever reason to speak to the schools representatives and learn more about the offered programs.

For additional information on your options after high school, visit the college counseling center.


📸: Jontae Batts

Yesterday, on Nov. 21, 2024, the Judson tennis team attended a beginner’s tournament (for players who have played less t...
11/22/2024

Yesterday, on Nov. 21, 2024, the Judson tennis team attended a beginner’s tournament (for players who have played less than six months) at Canyon High School. Junior, Victor Villareal, won first place and won all of his matches, along with senior, Santiago Mauricio, who won third place.

After the tournament, Villareal commented on getting first place.

“[Winning first place] feels really good, I feel really accomplished,” he said. “I was getting really nervous towards the end, but I managed to keep calm. I remembered what Coach Cole told me, ‘Just breathe in and out.’ Thanks to my team and my coach, I was able to achieve first place. Without them, I wouldn’t have done it.”

Tennis doesn’t start competing again until next semester, but be on the lookout for when they do!


📸: Treanna Moss

On Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, the boys varsity basketball team faced off with the Clark Cougars for the Rockets’ second hom...
11/21/2024

On Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, the boys varsity basketball team faced off with the Clark Cougars for the Rockets’ second home game of the season.

Though the Rockets put up a good fight, and had loud support from friends and family, they did fall short of the win, with a score of 52-46. Good job boys for putting forth your best efforts, despite the outcome.

Make sure to come out and support the boys basketball team as they battle the Round Rock Dragons, this Friday at 7:00 p.m., at Judson High School. 🚀


📸: Stephan Cook

On Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, senior Kayla King officially signed with the University of Houston, backed by a $125,000 schol...
11/21/2024

On Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, senior Kayla King officially signed with the University of Houston, backed by a $125,000 scholarship and years of hard work on the basketball court.

Feeling relieved and blessed, she shared, “I hope to leave better than I got there.”

Her friends, family and coaches all took turns wishing her the best before diving into snacks, cupcakes and cookies to celebrate.

Congratulations to Kayla King for this huge achievement! We wish you well on the rest of your senior year and future endeavors!! 🚀


📸: Dana Al Taleb

Today, Nov. 20, 2024 we had our annual Fall Food Fest during all lunches.Students were able to purchase tickets to trade...
11/20/2024

Today, Nov. 20, 2024 we had our annual Fall Food Fest during all lunches.

Students were able to purchase tickets to trade for food items, that clubs were serving as a way to fundraise for their organization. With items ranging from sausage wraps to ice cream floats, the students really enjoyed their time.

Thank you to everyone that helped to make this year’s Food Fest another successful one for the books! 🚀


📸: Kaylee Menchey

Don’t forget to stop by the journalism booth today during Food Fest to get your ice cream float. 3 tickets per float wit...
11/20/2024

Don’t forget to stop by the journalism booth today during Food Fest to get your ice cream float. 3 tickets per float with your choice of root beer, Coke, Dr. Pepper or Strawberry Fanta. See you at Food Fest!
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“Due to the high number of ELL students, schools offer many programs to help them become fluent in English.” To read mor...
11/19/2024

“Due to the high number of ELL students, schools offer many programs to help them become fluent in English.”

To read more about the different school programs aiding English learners, read “How language programs help English Language Learners succeed in school.” Link in bio.  

📝📸: Kevin Quintana

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The Fuel is the open-forum, engaging student newspaper for Judson High School in Converse, Texas, a suburb of San Antonio, Texas. The organization is advised by Mr. Pedro Cabrera and consists of about 15 student journalists. The department also produces four physical copies of the newspaper, operates the school's social media accounts, creates the school’s yearbook, The Rocket, as well as a wide range of journalistic photos. The organization is completely student ran. The journalism department and student journalists own all content produced by the organization.

Journalism is a vital profession for the health and operation of a democratic society. People need to be informed about what is happening around them. Journalists are people trained to witness important events and tell the story through the power of the written word and/or photography. Our students are beginning their journey to becoming professional journalists by reporting on the events and people at Judson High School and the Converse community.

Judson High School is a public, 4-year high school in Converse, Texas. It was established in 1959 and is now one of three comprehensive high schools in the Judson Independent School District. The school serves approximately 2,400 students. It has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School and an International Baccalaureate World School. Mr. Jesus Hernandez III serves as principal to Judson High School.

Judson Independent School District is a public school district located in the San Antonio, Texas area. It serves seven different municipalities: Converse, San Antonio, Selma, Universal City, Kirby, Schertz, and Live Oak. The district’s superintendent is Dr. Jeanette Ball.