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National Merit Semifinalists Megan Midcap and Jackson Wharton.
Midcap, Wharton Named National Merit Semifinalists
Catherine Hayes, Editor in Chief • November 19, 2024

Seniors Megan Midcap and Jackson Wharton were recently announced as National Merit semifinalists. Students qualify by taking the PSAT/National...

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National Merit Semifinalists Megan Midcap and Jackson Wharton.
Midcap, Wharton Named National Merit Semifinalists
Catherine Hayes, Editor in Chief • November 19, 2024

Seniors Megan Midcap and Jackson Wharton were recently announced as National Merit semifinalists. Students qualify by taking the PSAT/National...

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Helping After Helene
October 4, 2024
Homecoming king and queen Andrew Shafer and Kadie Anderson throw candy during the homecoming parade on Sept. 13.
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September 27, 2024
New principal Jason Potts at his desk.
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New Year, New Staff
Elijah Wiant, Catherine Hayes, Emma Casto, Brooklyn Miller, Aubrie Kendall, Liliana Parsons, and Gabrielle Rodet • October 15, 2024

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Brooklyn Miller, Staff Writer • May 23, 2024

The following Q&As were submitted by each candidate running for Student Council president with an attached campaign video. Answers are published exactly as provided by the...

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Opinion: Suicide Prevention Month
Aubrie Kendall, Staff writer • September 30, 2024

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness for this important crisis. Although mental health and suicide are issues...

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Opinion: Women Should Be Represented in Horror Movies
Liliana Parsons, Staff writer • October 31, 2024

During October, when the leaves are falling and the air becomes chilly, many people seek out a good thrill. Haunted houses and pranks are a few of the many ways that people like...

English teacher Connie Colvin with her favorite banned book, “Harry Potter and the Deathy Hallows”.
English Teachers’ Forbidden Favorites
Aubrie Kendall, Staff writer • September 30, 2024
English teachers show off their favorite banned book in honor of Banned Books Week.
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