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The Student News Site of Hickman High School

Purple and Gold News

The Student News Site of Hickman High School

Purple and Gold News

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The Student News Site of Hickman High School

Purple and Gold News

2025-2026 Staff

Allie Kaufman
Managing Editor

Allie Kaufman

Since her childhood, senior Alli Kaufman knew one thing: she loves to create. Ranging from building cute outfits to writing original fantasy stories, she has always been fascinated by the ability to put things together and show...

Tessa Johnson
Managing Editor

Tessa Johnson

Managing Editor of Hickman’s newspaper, the Purple and Gold, Tessa Johnson (11) has always wanted to be involved with the Newspaper. Growing up, most children dream of careers like being a doctor, astronaut or professional athle...

Fifer Matterson
Reporter

Fifer Matterson

Senior Fifer Matteson is very creative and loves to get involved with a few of the different clubs at Hickman. She has dedicated most of her time at Hickman to the different clubs and is still looking to do more around Hickman. �...

Harper Boyt
Reporter

Harper Boyt

With a sense of humor and a naturally confident personality, Harper Boyt knows how to make an impression.   “I’d say I’m pretty funny. I’m funny, I’m smart, I’m beautiful, I’m gorgeous, I’m like, oh, j...

James Barker
Reporter

James Barker

James Barker (10) is an avid runner within the world of Hickman track and field. For James, track is more than just a sport, it’s a group that is shaping not only his high school experience, but also the way he approaches ever...

Alyx Renner
Reporter

Alyx Renner

Sophomore Alyx Renner is an extroverted and involved person. Outside of journalism, he is the President of the GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance), the Social Media Manager for the Hickman Improv Club and a member of the Scienc...

Ben Drury
Editor-in-Chief

Ben Drury

Junior Ben Drury is returning to journalism for his third year, only now, with a different title–Editor-In-Chief. With big sports broadcasting ambitions, Ben is eager to grow his experience in leadership and involvement in n...