Uvalde Student Sweeps UIL Journalism Competitions

Uvalde High School academic UIL competitors win big at district event.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:07pm

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a stack of journalism notebooks and pens repeated in a tight grid pattern, conceptually representing the success of Uvalde High School's journalism students at the UIL district competition.

Uvalde High School's journalism students shine at the UIL district competition, showcasing their passion and talent for the craft.Uvalde Today

Uvalde High School students recently dominated the University Interscholastic League (UIL) journalism competitions at the district level, bringing home a total of 36 medals. The academic UIL team, which includes students like Lucas Teague, Kanton Kalmring, Abigail Sonora, Alicia Teague, and Sophi Gonzalez, showcased their exceptional skills in various journalism-related events.

Why it matters

The UIL academic competitions are a prestigious showcase of student talent across Texas, and Uvalde High School's impressive performance highlights the strength of their journalism program and the dedication of their students. This success can bring recognition to the school, inspire other students to pursue journalism, and potentially open doors for the winning students in their future academic and professional endeavors.

The details

The Uvalde High School academic UIL team competed in the district competition held in Floresville on March 25 and 26, where they earned a total of 36 medals across various journalism-related events. The team's strong performance demonstrates the depth of their talent and the quality of their journalism program.

The district UIL competition took place on March 25 and 26, 2026.
Uvalde High School students won a total of 36 medals at the event.