The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
Junior Lizzie Connolly and senior Ava Conigliaro place their cell phones in a phone holder in English Teacher Deborah Saltzmans classroom.
New school year brings stricter phone, technology policies
November 22, 2022
After a post on the Wayland Community Forum Facebook page, Wayland parents share their concerns around lunches at Wayland Public Schools. In a town where most of our tax dollars are directed towards the school, I would hope that we could offer higher quality, more nutritious and more diverse lunches to our children,” Wayland parent Merline Bhukhanwala said.
Food fight: The concerns surrounding WPS lunches
November 22, 2022
On Thursday and Friday, employees at the North Lamar Starbucks, left up the street from McCallum, went on strike as part of the nationwide Red Day Rebellion to protest how the corporation has responded to union demands to improve working conditions.
Starbucks workers go on strike
November 22, 2022
Firefighters gather in the Dart Bowl parking lot on Wednesday afternoon. After extinguishing the fire inside, they ventilated the building so the smoke could dissipate. An investigation to determine the parties responsible for the fire is underway and brought firefighters to McCallum on Thursday.
Firefighters extinguish blaze at vacant Dart Bowl; authorities investigating its cause
November 21, 2022
On Oct. 29, tens of thousands of people headed to the center of the South Korean capital of Seoul, Itaewon, to celebrate Halloween. However, as the crowds began to grow, the night turned into one of the country’s worst disasters, with dozens injured and more than 150 dead.
Tragedy of Itaewon impacts students on campus
November 21, 2022
A family of nine navigates the challenge of having a legally blind parent.
When the world fades away
November 23, 2022
In the time of social media and smartphones, relationships have been shifted to be based on texts and calls.
Modern love: how dating has evolved
November 23, 2022
Chess is an activity that can breach linguistic and cultural barriers.
Across the board
November 23, 2022
Tommy Ager earned his Masters degree during the pandemic before teaching Japanese.
Conversations without contact: COVID-19’s disruption of language classes
November 23, 2022
Members of the Hershey production crew, intern Tuana Allen and man-of-the-moment Bob Bedard watch the sequence filmed during eighth period on Thursday. The clip shows Bedard standing still in the main hallway as the traffic rushes behind him as if they are apparitions.
Bob to hit the big screen
November 22, 2022
For sophomore Kris Jensen, the dream of running away to join the circus is still very much alive, albeit with a twist. Jensen began doing circus during the pandemic, with a variety of art forms, but now focuses on aerial silks.
Sophomore Kris Jensen takes flight with aerial silks
November 23, 2022
MacLean guides her class during an in class scooter game.
PE Interactive fosters both family and inclusion at LHS
November 22, 2022
Camera in hand, photographer Ben Green prepares to shoot a National Football League (NFL) game. Green works as the team photographer for the Buffalo Bills.
So you want to be a … sports photographer?
November 22, 2022
Kasijaden Natarajan commutes to the Mercer Aquatic Center or the Coralville Recreation Center everyday for high school dive practice.
Into new waters
November 22, 2022
Carter Maynard, second from left on couch, has had great support from his friends.
When life throws you a curve ball, knock it out of the park
November 22, 2022
Gautam Vedula plays around on the piano, experimenting with different chords to hear how it sounds.
Gautam Vedula scores with music scores
November 23, 2022
The cast of the winter play rehearsing for the upcoming show on November 10, 11, and 12.
Paying homage to a 75-year-old story
November 23, 2022
NEW: Israeli street artist Solomon Souza spent two weeks before school started painting murals on the Shalhevet walls.
Larger than life, portraits in undulating colors brighten hallways
November 22, 2022
Taylor Swift fans across the country and on campus have spent hours on Ticketmaster and SeatGeek waiting to get tickets for her upcoming tour. The presale was such a success that Ticketmasters general sale has been cancelled.
Swifties and scalpers rush to buy tickets for Taylor Swift’s tour
November 22, 2022
Leaning over the desk, art teacher Andrew Scott advises junior Noa Maddock on what to do next with her piece in her AP 2D Design portfolio. Students in AP art classes create a sustained investigation, building every piece of art off of their previous meaning. He gives helpful criticism, Maddock said. In showing how to progress my work further.
AP Drawing and Design teacher reflects on artistic journey
November 21, 2022
Only four presidents have chosen to swear in on a text other than the Bible; there is a lack of separation between religion and the government.
Opinion: America needs to believe in its non-believers
November 22, 2022
Many books in the western literary canon can be found in libraries across the world. These books are often considered classics, and are regarded as some of the most important and influential books in western society.
Western literary canon is out of fashion
November 22, 2022
I am still the same person you have known, a diagnosis just puts a label on symptoms or on odd quirks I have in comparison to other people my age.
Column: A dance with autism
November 22, 2022
Bias present in our media skews the amount of coverage a missing person can receive, depending on who they are.
How Much Press Are You Worth?
November 21, 2022
Conceptual clarity, especially in political and psychological spaces, is integral to having a productive and genuine discussion.
Opinion: The Weight of Our Words
November 21, 2022
Bonjour to French culture
November 18, 2022
The opening scene of the play. Lead Matthew Menendez, who plays Christopher, lays on Wellington.
Photo Essay: Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
November 18, 2022
Preparing hundreds of care boxes for breast cancer patients, Red Rhythm spent third period on Thursday helping at the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Helping give hope to breast cancer patients
November 17, 2022
On Sat., Oct. 22, participants in Buddy Ball and patriot baseball players gather at Eastmonte baseball fields.
LB baseball participates in Buddy Ball
November 17, 2022
Standing in the hall of fame
November 15, 2022
Bonjour to French culture
November 18, 2022
Preparing hundreds of care boxes for breast cancer patients, Red Rhythm spent third period on Thursday helping at the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Helping give hope to breast cancer patients
November 17, 2022
On Sat., Oct. 22, participants in Buddy Ball and patriot baseball players gather at Eastmonte baseball fields.
LB baseball participates in Buddy Ball
November 17, 2022
Standing in the hall of fame
November 15, 2022
A child’s wish | Warrior Weekly 10.25.22
November 15, 2022
The opening scene of the play. Lead Matthew Menendez, who plays Christopher, lays on Wellington.
Photo Essay: Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
November 18, 2022
FUN WITH FRIENDS: Sophomores Hazel Trominski, Julia Rasp and Zalie Mann pose for the camera during Pink Week’s lunch festivities. Students in the science courtyard throughout the week enjoyed the activities while spending time with friends and sporting their best pink wear. Rasp went all-out during Pink Week, pink being her favorite color. “I think it’s awesome that they’re raising money for breast cancer awareness and doing fun stuff and that a lot of it is student-organized,” Rasp said. Caption by Camilla Vandegrift.
Pink Week 2022 sets standard for fun, fundraising
November 7, 2022
Senior Maya Cidale (Mal) alongside senior Kathryn Dooley (Evie), junior Henry Mayes (Carlos) and senior Anderson Zoll (Jay) perform Ways to be Wicked, a number in which the four evils reunite to take over Auradon. For Cidale, developing her character was a significant aspect of her rehearsal process. “It was actually a very interesting process finding my version of Mal,” Cidale said.  “I started off by pretending to be Regina George if she had magic on her side, but then I took a closer look at how all of the iconic mean girls achieved that status. I realized it was all about making people second guess themselves. From that realization, I stemmed every tactic from wanting people to question what they know is right.” Reporting by Alice Scott.
‘Descendants’ brings Disney magic to life
October 26, 2022
SENIOR SEASON: Decked out in their jerseys, senior Parker Mitchell takes a photo of senior Sophia Kramer and friends before the first day of school in the senior parking lot. The night before, the class of ‘23 decorated their cars to show their senior pride going into their last year of high school. “It’s tradition for seniors to come and take [pictures] the morning before the first day of school,” Kramer said. “Being able to share that memory together is definitely bittersweet. I’m super excited for this year but I am anticipating all the lasts.” Reporting by Alice Scott.
Welcome back to Mac
October 4, 2022
UNDER THE UMBRELLA: Junior Wilson Corbitt heads toward his dad’s car near the portables during Monday afternoon’s rainstorm. Corbitt faired better than some students, having the forethought to bring an umbrella to school. “In that moment I thought ‘I bet you all thought I was crazy for bringing an umbrella on a sunny day,’” Corbitt said. His intuition proved right, but Corbitt connects this occurrence to a larger issue facing Austin and the planet. “Every year the weather in Texas gets more and more unpredictable and severe due to climate change,” Corbitt said. “And that’s coming off the back of one of the hottest summers on record where today was the first day since May under 90 degrees, which is making it progressively difficult to tell what might happen.” Reporting by Alice Scott.
Flash flood strikes Austin as school dismisses Monday
September 19, 2022
This is the first installment of Midterms Mayhem, a podcast where Aquila staff members discuss the 2022 midterm elections with upper school community members. In this episode, Aquila reporters Ella, Emma and Anika talk with U.S. history teacher Andrew Tate, Emmett Chung (12) and Trisha Variyar (12) about some of the key issues in the upcoming elections. 
Midterms Mayhem Episode 1: Key issues precede upcoming elections
November 7, 2022
Levin speaks at an abortion rights protest they planned with TX4Abortion on Sept. 4.
Levin finds their voice in the fight for abortion rights
October 6, 2022
The Pirate Spiel S2, E5: Fighting the Stigma of the Disorder
The Pirate Spiel S2, E5: Fighting the Stigma of the Disorder
May 20, 2022
In this podcast, Charlie looks into whether or not teens find themselves at the cinema.
Reel Teens: Are they at the cinema?
May 19, 2022
BALLADS AND BLUES: Sophomores King Perez-Cude and Joaquín Frazier, from the student band Red River Trucking Company, play a set of country-rock tunes, including traditional bluegrass tunes, Chris Stapleton’s “Midnight Train to Memphis” and an original song called “Ballad of an Outlaw Fugitive” at the Mr. Myers send-off concert. “We’re a rock band usually, but we have a lot of old school country and blues elements, so we decided to go acoustic,” Frazier said. He describes their style as complicated. “We’re kind of all over the place, but I would say blues or southern rock with some serious country and psychedelic influences,” Frazier said. Although he never met Mr. Myers, Frazier wanted to perform in honor of him. “[I] never got to know Mr. Myers, but I’ve heard great things he had done for our friends, and we wanted to play in honor of him,” he said. “We put together a short set together the night before and decided to go for it.” Reporting by Lucy Marco.
You name it. Red River Trucking Co. plays it.
May 19, 2022
Families enjoy the beaches in Fort Myers prior to Hurricane Ian. The hurricane caused damage throughout Southwest Florida, including areas like Fort Myers.
Hurricane Ian Affects the Marquette Community
October 7, 2022
A POIGNANT PERFORMANCE: Jessie Lucas gave a stirring solo performance of a song she wrote during coffee on Friday, Nov. 5. With Coffeehouse, Lucas had been given the opportunity to pour her heart out through her song lyrics. “Getting to perform at Coffeehouse was really scary in the moment, but it was also super emotionally rewarding for me as well,” Lucas said. Caption by Grace Vitale.
Coffeehouse enjoys triumphant return to Mac campus
December 15, 2021
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
June 1, 2020
Elise Hadidi, a Woodside sophomore, sews a N95 mask cover at home.
Wildcats Find Ways to Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic
June 1, 2020
Despite the difficulties of teaching online, teachers now have more time to spend with their family.
Teaching from home: a new reality for teachers
June 1, 2020
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
June 1, 2020
Elise Hadidi, a Woodside sophomore, sews a N95 mask cover at home.
Wildcats Find Ways to Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic
June 1, 2020
Despite the difficulties of teaching online, teachers now have more time to spend with their family.
Teaching from home: a new reality for teachers
June 1, 2020
Vegan or vegetarian substitutes have grown in popularity in recent years. The recent increase in price of meat has also made many turn to these substitutes.
Strain on meat supply chain, rising prices effects dietary choices
May 29, 2020
Schools across the globe resorted to online learning in wake of the coronavirus pandemic, relying heavily on learning devices such as computers and tablets to connect with students.
Learning curves
May 29, 2020
A piece of cloth is used to wipe down the car from the soapy exterior.
Milligan’s Mitten Mobile provides quality detailing
March 24, 2020
EYES UP: Junior Blake Guerra glances at his growing collection of shoes he plans to sell. Guerra’s reselling business focuses on selling what is commonly bought or trending in the market.
Shoe reselling kicks up a major profit
March 24, 2020
Bryan Zhang, the senior founder of the Northwest-renowned brand, Unemploid.
Meet the Senior Behind Local Brand Unemploid
March 11, 2020
Spotlight: Talenthood --- A Scarsdale Based Business Created By SHS Junior Cooper Cohen
Spotlight: Talenthood — A Scarsdale Based Business Created By SHS Junior Cooper Cohen
March 5, 2020
Ullahs sticker inspiration drew heavily from the stationery and bullet journal communities.
G.I.S.C’s Homemade Sticker Growth
March 2, 2020
Protestors cross De Anza Boulevard and wave signs at cars that call for the House to pass two articles of impeachment tomorrow.
Demonstrators call for impeachment on street corners around Bay Area on the eve of historic impeachment vote
February 20, 2020
Representative Adam Schiff reads articles of impeachment before the Senate on Jan. 16, 2020.
Students Weigh-in on Trump’s Impeachment
February 12, 2020
President Donald Trump was acquitted February 5 from both charges. Article one was denied 52-48 and article two 51-49. Senator Mitt Romney was the only senator to cross party lines. 
Impeachment explained
February 12, 2020
House impeaches Trump; Senate acquits him
House impeaches Trump; Senate acquits him
February 11, 2020
President Trumps impeachment trial in the Senate began on Jan. 22, 2020.
Trump becomes the third president impeached in US history
February 10, 2020
FHSD’s suit has not been responded to by JUUL, however the company is legally required to respond to all suits.
Francis Howell School District files a lawsuit against JUUL
December 12, 2019
The cardiovascular system is painted on the wall outside the biology classrooms. The nicotine in vape and e-cigarette products have been proven to negatively impact the lungs, contributing to the concern the vaping epidemic will affect the health of youth for years to come. “There is an epidemic in our school of under-aged nicotine consumption… I think that this year that they did a really great job by bringing in Breathe NH… it was much more effective: there was a lot of data, statistics, infographics and [comparisons] especially to cigarettes, said Mary Martin 20, student council president.
HB joins the fight against vaping
December 11, 2019
As of Nov. 5, 2019, 39 people have died due to vape-related illnesses.
DGS still buzzed by Juul epidemic
December 9, 2019
MCPS recently sued Juul Labs and Altria Group. MCPS alleges that they violated federal racketeering laws and the Maryland and Montgomery County Consumer Protection Acts.
Montgomery County sues Juul in latest effort to end vaping epidemic
December 2, 2019
The different contents within a Juul and a Vape pen.
New research uncovers health risks of vaping
November 20, 2019
Brie Larson portrays the true hero of the movie, Carol Danvers. She starts the story as part of the Kree Starforce but later takes the opposing side of the skrulls.
Captain Marvel Analysis: Are Skrulls Taking Your Jobs?
April 30, 2019
Many universities are involved with the college admissions scandal in which students were enrolled under false circumstances.
CHS Students React to College Admissions Scandal
April 2, 2019
Pictured above is the University of Southern California. Influential Youtuber and social media presence Olivia Jade Giannulli was admitted to USC after her family placed bribes with the crew team to illegitimately list Giannulli as a recruited athlete.
Opinion: The college admissions scandal is unfair, but not unexpected
April 2, 2019
From hours of studying to money spent on study materials, testing bootcamps and retakes, students and their families often spend considerable amounts of time and money preparing for the ACT and SAT tests.
Student, teacher perspectives on the college admissions scandal
April 2, 2019
The college admissions scandal sheds light not only on the corruption and greed behind those who cheat their way into top-tier institutions but also on the flawed thinking that a prestigious college or university guarantees a lifetime of success and happiness.
Column: College admission scandal steals opportunities, reveals superficiality of higher education
March 27, 2019
ADVOCATE: Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti canvassed for Katie Hill, who won the 25th district House against Republican Steve Knight.
Working to tip an election, one front door at a time
December 17, 2018
Students recently contributed to a poll based on what their thoughts are on politics and taking a class based on current events.
After the vote: what now?
December 13, 2018
Courtney Neron distributes her lawn signs with a supporter, John Vandenberg of Sherwood, who helped fund lawn signs.
Watch Courtney run!
December 12, 2018
This graphic shows the percentage of voters at the school and in the town of Holbrook who voted in favor of ballot question 3 on transgender rights
Holbrook Students Voice Their Opinions in Mock Midterm Election
November 29, 2018
Turn out for this years midterm elections was exceptionally high, with 47% of eligible Americans casting a ballot.
So, the Election’s Over… What Now?
November 29, 2018
Student photo from the fires
Students evacuate throughout southern California due to wildfires
January 11, 2019
Students gather around the menorah, which stills stands after the campsite burned in Malibu during the Woolsey Fire
Woolsey Fire destroys Gindling Hilltop Camp
December 28, 2018
The Ehret family works to rebuild their home after the Thomas Fire
Fire survivor shares experience
December 21, 2018
A Butte Humane Society veterinarian treating a feline patient who was burned in the Camp Fire in California
Helping Pets Hurt in the Camp Fire
December 21, 2018
Members of the city of Thousand Oaks mourn the death of 12 residents with flowers and candles
Community grieves double tragedy
December 21, 2018
President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence and senior military leaders, signs the National Defense Authorization Act for 2018 on Dec. 12, 2017. Due to the Government Shutdown many United States agencies were without funding for 35 days.
Shutdowns in space: What Mars rovers and NASA scientists have in common
February 21, 2019
The Mather family, shown above, is one of many affected by the government shutdown.
Longest-ever government shutdown affects local citizens
February 12, 2019
A sign reads Free food for Coast Guard on a menu board during the 2019 government shutdown.
Low Country businesses and organizations step in to provide for furloughed workers
February 8, 2019
The Capitol at sunset after the Senate rejected competing Democratic and Republican proposals for ending the partial government shutdown, which is the longest in the nations history, in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Longest Government Shutdown in U.S History
February 8, 2019
As the partial government shutdown drags on, southern Illinoisans begin to worry about the potential hardships which they might soon be facing.
No Budget, More Problems
February 7, 2019
Families enjoy the beaches in Fort Myers prior to Hurricane Ian. The hurricane caused damage throughout Southwest Florida, including areas like Fort Myers.
Hurricane Ian Affects the Marquette Community
October 7, 2022
Canyon High graduate experiences ‘small town’ spirit in post-Harvey Houston
Canyon High graduate experiences ‘small town’ spirit in post-Harvey Houston
October 1, 2017
GBHS grad reports live from Hurricane Harvey
GBHS grad reports live from Hurricane Harvey
October 1, 2017
Surviving the Storm
Surviving the Storm
October 1, 2017
Hurricane safety: what you need to know to prepare
Hurricane safety: what you need to know to prepare
October 1, 2017
Column: Politics Invading the NFL
Column: Politics Invading the NFL
October 30, 2017
Kaepernick was the Catalyst
Kaepernick was the Catalyst
October 30, 2017
Standing up -- or sitting or kneeling -- for what’s right
Standing up — or sitting or kneeling — for what’s right
October 30, 2017
Students Kneel and Display Flag During National Anthem
Students Kneel and Display Flag During National Anthem
October 30, 2017
Column: Land of the brave can’t behave
Column: Land of the brave can’t behave
October 30, 2017
A POIGNANT PERFORMANCE: Jessie Lucas gave a stirring solo performance of a song she wrote during coffee on Friday, Nov. 5. With Coffeehouse, Lucas had been given the opportunity to pour her heart out through her song lyrics. “Getting to perform at Coffeehouse was really scary in the moment, but it was also super emotionally rewarding for me as well,” Lucas said. Caption by Grace Vitale.
Coffeehouse enjoys triumphant return to Mac campus
December 15, 2021
Carnegie Hall awaits junior violinist
Carnegie Hall awaits junior violinist
December 20, 2017
Podcast: Politics with Parker
Podcast: Politics with Parker
December 8, 2017
Block scheduling fosters in-depth learning
Block scheduling fosters in-depth learning
December 6, 2017
Jesuit novice makes impact on choir
Jesuit novice makes impact on choir
December 5, 2017
Administration cites school policy in punishing protesters
Administration cites school policy in punishing protesters
April 19, 2018
Student journalists from Parkland high school tell CSPA how they covered shooting that killed 17
Student journalists from Parkland high school tell CSPA how they covered shooting that killed 17
April 19, 2018
When students speak up
When students speak up
April 18, 2018
Senior Sophie Herrmann advocates for Students Demand Action program
Senior Sophie Herrmann advocates for Students Demand Action program
April 18, 2018
Commentary: Why I walked out of our “walkout”
Commentary: Why I walked out of our “walkout”
April 13, 2018
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
Stories from BLUE VALLEY NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL
Do you know your rights?
Features
Do you know your rights?

Hannah Rakolta | November 14, 2022

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.” These famous lines are part of your Miranda rights: the set list of rights police officers…

Read Story
Northwest teacher meets Keith Urban at concert
Arts & Entertainment
Northwest teacher meets Keith Urban at concert

Lindsay Maresh | November 3, 2022

Family and Consumer Sciences teacher Elizabeth Warren was selected to go onstage and meet Keith Urban during his concert at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX on Oct. 1. This was far from Warren’s first…

Read Story
After-school sessions
Features
After-school sessions

Nafsiya Hafiz | October 12, 2022

Seeing your parent’s car pull into the school’s car line at the end of the day can be a relieving sight for students, however many students have to wait quite a while before their parents are able…

Read Story
Riding for a cause
Features
Riding for a cause

Reagan Kauth | October 7, 2022

At 3 months old, freshman Carson Hunt was diagnosed with Homocystinuria (HCU) Cobalamin G (CBLG), a rare genetic disorder. This disorder has caused Hunt’s levels of the amino acid homocysteine to increase…

Read Story
Armed suspect in the area initiates immediate lockdown at BVNW
News
Armed suspect in the area initiates immediate lockdown at BVNW

Julia Moser | October 6, 2022

Shortly after school was released on Aug. 30, BVNW went into a building-wide lockdown. According to BVNW Principal David Sharp, these protective measures were taken after an armed suspect and accomplice…

Read Story
Sibling Shadows
Features
Sibling Shadows

Lucy Halverson | February 24, 2022

While junior Landon Braun never played high school basketball at the same time as his older brothers, he explained the effect their high school athletic careers have had on him. Christian and Parker Braun…

Read Story
In Memory of Cecilia Niemann
Features
In Memory of Cecilia Niemann

Reagan King | February 17, 2022

Feb. 6, would have been junior Cecilia Niemann’s 18th birthday. Cecilia died Jan. 22 after being hospitalized for nearly a week with pneumonia. She was born in Kansas City, Mo., Feb. 6, 2004. While she…

Read Story
(Dis)ability
Features
(Dis)ability

Lucy Halverson | November 17, 2021

Under the Friday night lights, senior Ainsley Aadland dances for the roaring crowd, alongside the BVNW dance team, The Pack. 

Aadland is involved in a variety of school activities including Special…

Read Story
How Biden’s American Jobs Plan could affect BVNW
News
How Biden’s American Jobs Plan could affect BVNW

Rachel Hosteler | April 27, 2021

Recently, Joe Biden announced his approximately $2 trillion American Jobs Plan, which aims to create jobs, repair aging infrastructure, and invest in areas like childcare and greener energy. To pay for…

Read Story
The meaning of masculinity
Features
The meaning of masculinity

Reagan Kauth | March 25, 2021

People’s opinions it means to be “manly” are widely debated in today’s society. This subject goes hand in hand with the topic of toxic masculinity, and how stereotypes and labels influence people’s…

Read Story
A love like no other
Features
A love like no other

Jonny Isaacson | December 4, 2020

Having been season ticket holders for 26 years, senior Jeremy Bredemeier’s family has developed a love for the Kansas City Chiefs unlike many others.

Whether a home or away game, the Bredemeiers always…

Read Story
Art of the body
Features
Art of the body

Liz LaHood | November 18, 2020

Years of honing her art skills and studying different science disciplines has allowed senior Lucy Vincent to pursue medical illustration, a career that requires the application of two of her uniquely…

Read Story
A wild-western work
Features
A wild-western work

Anna Bailey | November 10, 2020

During quarantine, senior George LaHood wrote, directed and filmed a Western short film titled “The Man Who Missed.” The film takes place in 1889 and is about a cowboy seeking revenge on the people…

Read Story
One local election’s impact on the BVNW community
News
One local election’s impact on the BVNW community

Emma Johnson | November 4, 2020

Coming home from their respective colleges to vote together, a group of BVNW class of 2019 graduates gather at the polls. Not only would it be this group’s first chance to vote, but the election for Johnson…

Read Story
The Kansas City Star’s lawsuit for open records in the police killing of John Albers represents a larger struggle of government transparency in Overland Park
News
The Kansas City Star’s lawsuit for open records in the police killing of John Albers represents a larger struggle of government transparency in Overland Park

Emma Johnson | October 30, 2020

The Kansas City Star announced it’s lawsuit vs. the City of Overland Park under the Kansas Open Records Act Oct. 14 2020. The lawsuit is calling for the severance agreement for Clayton Jenison, the officer…

Read Story
FBI opens civil rights investigation into 2018 police shooting of BVNW student
News
FBI opens civil rights investigation into 2018 police shooting of BVNW student

Emma Johnson | October 7, 2020

The FBI is opening a civil rights investigation into the 2018 police shooting of BVNW student John Albers. John was backing out of his driveway in the family minivan and toward a police officer when the…

Read Story
Blue Valley removes four books from course curriculum due to racial concerns
News
Blue Valley removes four books from course curriculum due to racial concerns

Bella Rinne | October 5, 2020

Principal Amy Pressly notified the BVNW English Department of the retirement of four books from the school curriculum, “Of Mice and Men,” “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” “The Adventures…

Read Story
Dancing behind the camera
Coronavirus
Dancing behind the camera

Natalie Policky | April 23, 2020

The pitter-patter of dance steps and pirouette twirls can be heard from senior Bella Steketee’s living room, as she and many others are continuing to do instructional dance classes over Zoom.

Starstruck…

Read Story
BVNW mom diagnosed with COVID-19
Coronavirus
BVNW mom diagnosed with COVID-19

Bella Rinne | April 23, 2020

COVID-19 has made its way to the BVNW community through Dana Malis, mother of senior Owen and sophomore Audrey. She was tested at the University of Kansas hospital on March 23 and diagnosed the next day.
…

Read Story
Remembering Kevin Gerke
Features
Remembering Kevin Gerke

Jonny Isaacson | April 22, 2020

Athletic Director Kevin Gerke died yesterday. He was 47 and is survived by his wife, Carmen, and three sons, Zach, Brett and Braden. Gerke served as the activities director at Northwest for the 2015-16…

Read Story
Spring sports season canceled
Coronavirus
Spring sports season canceled

Jonny Isaacson | March 25, 2020

For the first time in school history, the spring sports season at Blue Valley Northwest will not be played. The decision made by the Kansas State High School Athletics Association (KSHSAA) was in accordance…

Read Story
Last coach standing
Sports
Last coach standing

Ben Hobbs | March 9, 2020

 Head wrestling coach Tim Serbousek remains as the only coach left from 1993, when the school opened. Starting his coaching career in Iowa with a youth league, Serbousek moved on to utilize his coaching…

Read Story
The verdict is still out
Features
The verdict is still out

Ethan Knauth | March 5, 2020

Staying on course with the changing tide in education, the Blue Valley School District pivoted in the summer of 2018 to provide all students, sixth grade and above, with their own laptop. Each high school…

Read Story
NFL 101 Awards recap
Sports
NFL 101 Awards recap

Jonny Isaacson | March 3, 2020

The 101 Awards, which recognizes the top NFL players and coaches each year, occurred earlier Saturday at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. This was the 50 anniversary of the event. The players and coaches…

Read Story
STICKing to business
SNO's 18 Under 18
STICKing to business

Natalie Policky | February 28, 2020

Entrepreneurship runs in the San Agustin family including freshman Sabrina San Agustin. San Agustin’s mother owns an ice cream truck named “Polar Oasis” and her father owns an IT business named “CTSS…

Read Story
Royal dad
Sports
Royal dad

Matthew Lemke | February 27, 2020

Troy Stremming, father of junior Sydney Stremming, is a partner in the Royals Crown Partners, one of the 22 owners of the Kansas City Royals baseball team franchise. 

Stremming said playing college…

Read Story
Cash-strapped in the valley
News
Cash-strapped in the valley

Jenna Weyforth | February 27, 2020

Look around. Within the halls of BVNW, a considerable number of students sport $98 Lululemon leggings, $180 Adidas Ultra Boosts or simply drown out their surroundings with $165 Apple AirPods. This image…

Read Story
Controversy hits Pro-life Club at Blue Valley Northwest
News
Controversy hits Pro-life Club at Blue Valley Northwest

Megan Yates | February 4, 2020

As a result of the BVNW pro-life club posting about their attendance at the Topeka Rally for Life on their Instagram, students took to social media to voice their opinions about the club. 

Despite…

Read Story
50 years in the making
Sports
50 years in the making

Jonny Isaacson | February 3, 2020

After defeating the Tennessee Titans in the AFC Championship game, the Kansas City Chiefs are going back to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1969. The 50-year drought was the third longest in the…

Read Story
Ivy leagues are overhyped
Opinions
Ivy leagues are overhyped

Emma Johnson | January 16, 2020

Ivy League fever has swept the nation with these schools reaching a record number of applications and the lowest acceptance rates in their histories. This leaves people to go to extremes to get in. For…

Read Story
Baby Bumps
Features
Baby Bumps

Kathryn Case | January 14, 2020

Teaching while pregnant, business teacher Meghan Trader said requires asking a lot of her body. This drastic change is not made any easier as the teachers in the Blue Valley, Olathe and Shawnee Mission…

Read Story
Huskies after hours
Features
Huskies after hours

Natalie Policky | January 10, 2020

Marlee Volmer

Marlee Volmer gets paid to try on dresses and promote them on Instagram, one of the perks of working at Natalie M., a dress store at 127th and Metcalf.

Volmer earns money by…

Read Story
BVNW junior to be an honorary coin toss ambassador for the Chiefs home game against the Raiders
Sports
BVNW junior to be an honorary coin toss ambassador for the Chiefs home game against the Raiders

Megan Yates | November 25, 2019

Sophie Shaw was told three weeks ago that she would be a coin toss ambassador for the Chiefs game on Dec. 1. Ever since, Shaw said she has been excited for the day to arrive.

“I am super excited and…

Read Story
Games Galore
Features
Games Galore

Matthew Lemke | November 20, 2019

Working for your parents is not something many students get the privilege of, however that is the case for sophomore Olivia Ryan. Monte Cook Games is a roleplaying game business run by Ryan’s family….

Read Story
Why So Silent?
Opinions
Why So Silent?

Raabia Qureshi | November 7, 2019

A few weeks ago, Travis Scott and Kylie Jenner called it quits–and now that I’ve grabbed your attention, there are much more pressing matters to discuss. 

Almost 80 years ago, the world said “Never…

Read Story
This mom rocks
Features
This mom rocks

Jenna Weyforth | November 7, 2019

Cheers are heard as red smoke explodes into the dirty blonde hair of the lead singer and BVNW parent Jennifer Roswold. As her guitar blasts and the drumsticks slam to the heavy rock beat, Joan Jett and…

Read Story
The Blue Valley School District takes legal action against JUUL
Vaping
The Blue Valley School District takes legal action against JUUL

Megan Yates | November 4, 2019

Joining the Olathe, DeSoto, Goddard, Concordia and Shawnee Mission school districts, Blue Valley has decided to sue JUUL. 

The Blue Valley school district is being represented by the Goza & Honnold…

Read Story
Returning to the Pack
Features
Returning to the Pack

Maddie Oliver | October 29, 2019

Diagnosed with autism at the age of four, BVNW alumnus Matthew Maher said that he felt different in his own skin, mentioning he struggled with relating to people. After beginning the Connections class…

Read Story
Hogs and kisses
Features
Hogs and kisses

Jenna Weyforth | October 24, 2019

During her Veterinary Medicine class at CAPS, 2018 graduate Olivia Rigdon said she was told not to get too attached to the baby piglets at the farm where they were working. The pigs were to be slaughtered…

Read Story
Remembering Souk Khamishong
Features
Remembering Souk Khamishong

Megan Yates | October 10, 2019

Souksana “Souk” Khamishong was one of six children and the only son of parents Bounthieng and Khambay Khamsihong. He was born on April 5, 1965 in Champasak, Laos and immigrated to the U.S. in 1981….

Read Story
Ransomware the cause of recent network outage, BV District CIO says
News
Ransomware the cause of recent network outage, BV District CIO says

Ethan Knauth | September 25, 2019

Early in the morning of Aug. 9, Blue Valley Chief Information Officer Brian Daley said he began receiving word from Blue Valley School District personnel saying they were unable to connect to Blue Valley…

Read Story
Huskies win first game in two years, defeat Wildcats, 34-28
Sports
Huskies win first game in two years, defeat Wildcats, 34-28

Jonny Isaacson | September 25, 2019

Down two scores, 28-14, with under four minutes left to play in regulation, the Huskies were looking for any type of late push that would put them back in the game. Following an unsuccessful fourth and…

Read Story
BVNW senior guard Christian Braun commits to the University of Kansas
Sports
BVNW senior guard Christian Braun commits to the University of Kansas

Ethan Knauth | November 20, 2018

Near the end of sixth hour in the Auxiliary Gym, senior guard Christian Braun announced his commitment to the University of Kansas on a full-ride scholarship, beginning in the 2019-20 season. In communication…

Read Story
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
© 2022 SNO Sites and individual contributors • Advertise • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in