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Student activists take to social media

Student activists take to social media

Zanna Ingram, Online Copy Editor October 9, 2020

The gay and trans panic defense is used in courtrooms to defend those accused of violent crimes against members of the LGBTQ+ community. Junior Hays Hummel wants to put an end to that practice. Hummel...

Hy-Vee closing affects student employees

Hy-Vee closing affects student employees

Vivian Moriarty, Reporter December 16, 2019

With students constantly searching for a means to make money, many joined the Hy-Vee staff for its convenient location and supportive team. In light of its closing, former employees are now stressing about...

Native American Perspective on Thanksgiving

Mary Kate Shultz, Reporter November 28, 2019

Often, the story of Thanksgiving taught in schools nationwide is a romanticized version of Native Americans and colonizers coming together to share a feast. Despite its fairytale perception among Americans,...

 Senior Laila Robinson smiles as another club member shares an idea. Many of the Young Dems meetings are discussion-oriented, giving students a chance to share their ideas and opinions.

Young Democrats Club promotes voter education

Brooke Burgess, Reporter November 12, 2019

Students this year are more involved in politics than ever before. The Young Democrats Club gives them the opportunity to discuss local and national elections, as well as contemporary issues such as...

After dressing and lighting the candle, Pratt places their hands on the cauldron and concentrates on their intent to be happy.

Dispelling Myths About Witchcraft

Zanna Ingram, Reporter November 1, 2019

In past decades, a common theme in pop culture has been stories depicting  witchcraft. Years of movies, television shows, music and fashion surrounding Wiccan culture have led to a multitude of stigmas....

Freshman Emma Joseph writes on a new desk. Teachers feel the transition in space has been positive but challenging. “The space was not designed to be a special education classroom.” SpEd teacher Marie Wheeler said. “We had to be super creative with where we were setting up work stations.”

SpEd classroom upgrade makes students more comfortable

Zanna Ingram, Reporter October 10, 2019

  One word can sum up the most notable aspect of the 2019-2020 school year: construction. With new chairs and tables in the cafeteria, a modern library with glass pods for individual studying and...

Seniors Saying Goodbye: Life goals and travel plans after graduation

Seniors Saying Goodbye: Life goals and travel plans after graduation

Alex Decker, Reporter May 16, 2019

Jordan Hauber After taking Scott Smith’s multimedia production class his freshman year, senior Jordan Hauber has taken an interest in film and aspires to become a producer some day. Specializing in...

Teachers Sam Rabiola and Stuart Strecker bike to school

Teachers Sam Rabiola and Stuart Strecker bike to school

Daulton Meadows, Reporter May 15, 2019

There are hundreds of ways to get to school, whether it’s driving, walking, or riding a bus. But there are two teachers who choose a different way. English teacher Sam Rabiola and spanish teacher Stuart...

Student artists promote work on social media

Student artists promote work on social media

Brooke Burgess, Reporter March 29, 2019

Finding new ways to display content via social media, artists are able to share their creations more easily than ever. Instagram can be a useful tool for any artist, as it allows them to present their...

Siblings vs. Only Children

Siblings vs. Only Children

Walker Koberlein, Reporter January 26, 2019

Big or small, each family is unique. Whether coming from a family with many siblings, or having lived their lives being an only child, each person’s home life affects their perspective in many ways....

Student Spotlight: Rita Joseph

Student Spotlight: Rita Joseph

January 25, 2019

Photo: Baya Burgess; Design: Emily Zeller

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