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Payton Botelho

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor

2022 All State Journalist

Though I am loud, I prefer silence over noise. My favorite drama is Love O2O.

“When in doubt, add a halo taco” Christine/Simply Nailogical

All content by Payton Botelho
Seniors, Juniors Collide in Annual Buff-Puff Fundraiser

Seniors, Juniors Collide in Annual Buff-Puff Fundraiser

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor
May 9, 2023
Donna Munoz dead lifts to qualify for state.

[Photo] Girls Powerlifting Headed to State over Spring Break

Adrianna Mendez, Reporter
March 10, 2023
Lady Eagles bring home 3A State Runner-up at State Tournament.

Lady Eagles Basketball

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor
March 6, 2023
The Lady Eagles pause for a pep rally and send-off on their way to San Antonio Wednesday morning.

[Photo] Lady Eagles to 3A State Basketball Playoffs

Mayrin Espinoza and Ally Basden
March 1, 2023
Destiny Dowell lifts for a total of 980 in qualifier meet.

[Photo] Eagle Strong

Adrianna Mendez, Reporter
February 28, 2023
Board members and volunteers of the Freestone County Cancer Support Group. Board members are Spain Trask, Diana Lewis, Janet Bulger, Jane Morrison, John Fry, and Bettye Trask.

[Photo] Locals Helping Locals

Kylie Story and Jerry Draper
February 28, 2023

Headline Entries for ILPC 2023

Payton Botelho, Logan Campbell, Ally Basden, Kynzee Payne, Adrianna Mendez, and Johnnie Sims
February 15, 2023
Collage of the published photography of Payton Botelho.

Payton Botelho Photo Package

Payton Botelho
February 15, 2023
Artwork by Kynzee Payne

Wishes Come True

Payton Botelho
January 13, 2023
Shadasia Brackens takes the jump against Mexia.

[Photo] Lady Eagles to Continue District Play at Home Friday Night

Mayrin Espinoza, reporter
January 12, 2023
#23 Camron Daniels shoots against Mexia.

[Photo] Eagles to Take on Westwood Panthers

Tiffany Jauregui, Reporter
January 12, 2023
Shadasia Brackens goes up for a layup during the Fairfield tournament.

Lady Eagles Lead in Tournament

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor
December 14, 2022
#31 Jason Brackens, #52 Tate Lewis, #62 Brayden Thornburg and #66 Henry Macke joined the varsity team for playoffs. Photo by Payton Botelho.

Flying High

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor
November 16, 2022
A little Robin told me...

A little Robin told me…

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor
November 7, 2022
Students, cheerleaders and teachers wear the Pink Out shirt at the pep rally. Shirt sales raised almost $2,000 for FCCSG.

[Photo] Props to Pink Out

Adrianna Mendez, Reporter
October 21, 2022
Photo contributed by Payton Botelho,

Homecoming Groove

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor
September 16, 2022
Auction held at Athletic Meet and Greet

Auction held at Athletic Meet and Greet

Payton Botelho, Copy Editor
August 30, 2022
Several seniors model for the prom dress section of the Spring Style Show to benefit Freestone Cancer Support Group.

Dress to Impress

Payton Botelho, Entertainment Editor
April 14, 2022
Never Buy Gold, Simply Earn It

Never Buy Gold, Simply Earn It

Payton Botelho, Entertainment Editor
March 7, 2022

Headline Entries for ILPC 2022

Jordan Maciel, Rachel Reyes, and Payton Botelho
February 28, 2022
New Zombie Binge on Netflix

New Zombie Binge on Netflix

Payton Botelho, Junior Reporter
February 16, 2022
I Got 99 Problems, but COVID Ain't One

I Got 99 Problems, but COVID Ain’t One

Payton Botelho, Junior Reporter
January 25, 2022
A Christmas Miracle

A Christmas Miracle

Payton Botelho
December 2, 2021
Back to Wonderland

Back to Wonderland

Payton Botelho, Entertainment Editor
October 29, 2021
Sophomore Madox Mitchael crosses the finish line first at the girls district cross country meet.

[Photo] Cross Country

Charlee Brackens, Sophomore Reporter
October 29, 2021
Artist Jon Flaming speaks to students at the Williford Foundation Gallery in Fairfield.

Brush Hour

Payton Botelho, Entertainment Editor
October 22, 2021
Senior Lexis Combs visits with the National Guard representative.

Students Attend Local Job Fair

Payton Botelho, Entertainment Editor
October 22, 2021
The senior Homecoming queen nominees and their escorts are introduced at the pep rally.

[Photo] Homecoming Court to take the Field tonight

Tedi Blassingame
September 17, 2021
Vice Principal and Art Teacher

Vice Principal and Art Teacher

Payton Botelho, Entertainment Editor
April 28, 2021
Walia pictured with Superintendent Jason Adams.

Senior to Attend FCCLA Nationals in June

Payton Botelho, Entertainment Editor
April 26, 2021
Horror Game Until Dawn Thrills and Surprises

Horror Game Until Dawn Thrills and Surprises

Payton Botelho, Reporter
March 5, 2021
Mental Health Awareness Efforts

Mental Health Awareness Efforts

Payton Botelho, Reporter
January 29, 2021
Blast From the Past

Blast From the Past

Payton Botelho, Reporter
December 16, 2020
The Interact Club members assist with each recycle event.

BIG RECYCLE EVENT

Payton Botelho, Reporter
November 20, 2020
The Show Must Go On

The Show Must Go On

Payton Botelho, Reporter
November 5, 2020
Freshman Duchess Linsey Cockerell

[Photo] Homecoming Festivities to Continue Despite Cancelled Game

Jordan Maciel, Reporter
October 23, 2020
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