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Look at these medalists freshman Daisy Rabadan, freshman Trinity Casas, sophomore Savannah Markey, senior Isabella Markey, sophomore Sophia Hart and sophomore Karsyn Moore. The girls had just beaten the school record and wanted to commemorate their winnings by taking a photo. Coach Daniel Hevaer said, “Savannah is the type of athlete any coach would want. She comes to practice with a smile on her face, demonstrates leadership even as an underclassman, and consistently works hard with a clear understanding of what needs to be done.”

Athlete of the Month: Savannah Markey

Hannah Zambrano May 18, 2026

Sophomore Savannah Markey is a talented multi-sport player; in this year's track season she was able to break the 4x100 school record.  Markey has been in track for two years. She explains her...

Juniors Shelby Domoleczny and Arden Chechowicz singing on stage during the first student talent section.

Fine Arts: Student Talent #1

Olivia Beguin May 15, 2026

The lights dim and everyone in the auditorium quiets down. This is the moment when juniors Shelby Domoleczny and Arden Cechowicz can showcase their talents to their fellow classmates and teachers. Performers...

The Dueling Pianos men are pictured as they continue to battle through numerous popular songs.

Fine Arts: Dueling Pianos

Olivia Beguin May 15, 2026

The first note didn’t just sound, it lingered, as if the room itself needed a moment to remember how to listen. The Dueling Pianos are a collection of some of the best entertainers in the industry....

Look at all the fun the crowd is having. Morse is rapping one of his songs. The crowd his swaying and clapping their hands in the background.

Kevi Morse

Hannah Zambrano May 14, 2026

 Kevi Morse is a singer and songwriter based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, he is currently on two tours at once: the “Floored Tour” tour and the “GST Tour” Morse is also a part of RemedyLIVE, RemedyLIVE is meant...

Kevin Olesen trying not to look "awkward" while getting a picture at his desk.

Teacher Feature: Kevin Olesen

Olivia Beguin May 13, 2026

Maybe you've had the opportunity to have a class with him or notice the reflective surface of his head, but do you really know him? Kevin Olesen has been an art teacher since 2007 which can come with a...

Gooo Hawkeyes. O’Fallon is at a Hawkeyes football game in Iowa. She ran into a student and her mom at the game. She said, “My beloved Iowa Hawkeye football game in September I ran into Zulee Moreland and her sweet mama Ratree!”

Tracy O’Fallon: Life as a Teacher

Hannah Zambrano May 11, 2026

Tracey O’Fallon is a psychology, history, and personality and behavior teacher. She also coaches Girls and boys' tennis. But that’s just the surface. Below she is a friend to many always down to have...

A friendly face that greets students whenever they print out papers.

A Friendly Face in the Technology Office

Angel Munoz May 7, 2026

Whenever there is a technology issue with the school computers or students just need some papers printed for a class, there is always a friendly face to help, and that is Leighton Williams.  Williams...

School cook Patricia Smick pipes the finishing touches onto a coffee for a student while tending to the breakfast bar.

Day in the Life of a Lunch Lady

Lillian Clayton May 7, 2026

There is a common complaint that school starts too early, that someone had to get up at 6:30, 6:00 or even 5:30 to ensure they get to school before the bell at 8:00. Hardly anybody is ready to learn...

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