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Chinese teacher Kuan-Chen Pearson stands in her classroom. After Chinese was restored on May 8, she has regained her teaching post.
Chinese language reinstated at McLean amid community criticism
May 29, 2026
New Virginia law bans the sale and manufacture of firearms beyond July 1, 2026.
Firearms Forbidden
May 29, 2026
Yukio Shimomura presents to an engaged audience at the Dublin Library.
Behind Bars to Behind the Podium: Former Japanese Internee Shares Story with East Bay Communities
May 29, 2026
CTE teacher Kyle Monk, who teaches audio/video classes, makes sure his slide presentation is ready for the Akins film festival while making sure all trophies are correct. Monk is one of the non-core teachers at Akins who will lose a planning period next school year because of the district's proposed cost-savings measure to deal with a $181 million budget deficit.
Akins community braces for impact as district tackles $181 million deficit
May 22, 2026
Protesters against the decision made by the Leavenworth City Commission. Digital illustration by Celeste Jenkins.
NEWS: Leavenworth ICE Detention Center
May 21, 2026
Bus driver Mary Haynes behind the wheel of her school bus after she finishing her route.
The story behind the rows of yellow
May 29, 2026
Three doctors stand around a mother who is suffering from stress because her children might be taken out of her custody. Behind the medical charts are tired and overworked doctors who clash with the unconditional love of a mother.
A baby, a misdiagnosis, and a family torn apart
May 29, 2026
Junior Danica Przywara and kindergartner Ellie Beu enjoy spending time together.
Lending a hand
May 29, 2026
Join WSPN’s Emily Davids, Kyle Zhang, and Becket Todd as they dive into the Hacky Sack phenomenon at Wayland High School.
Bring the sack back: Hacky sack takes WHS by storm
May 29, 2026
Juniors Lucinda Lloyd and Jaren Han, along with senior Amelia Lewis, pose with the Missouri Bird City certificate at the World Migratory Bird Day event.
A Feather in the City’s Cap
May 29, 2026
Kyle Henkenius ’27 pitches vs. Xavier in game one of a doubleheader on June 9, 2025, at the West High Baseball field. West fell to Xavier 16-4 in game one but rebounded with a 12-2 victory in game two.
Diamond in the rough: how technology is shaping baseball and softball
May 29, 2026
Time Out
Time Out
May 29, 2026
Hiller officiating the matchup between Italy and Japan. Photo courtesy of Samantha Hiller.
From Fire to Ice: Samantha Hiller’s Olympic Officiating Journey
May 27, 2026
Jenna Harner and Mike DeFabo both got to cover the Steelers vs. Vikings game in Dublin in 2025. Photo via Mike DeFabo and Jenna Harner.
For the love of the game
May 27, 2026
The Baldwin Wiffleball League was established in 2020 by Austin Bechtold and fellow Baldwin grads. Photo via Austin Bechtold.
Baldwin Wiffleball knocks it out of the park
May 22, 2026
Break a Leg
Break a Leg
May 29, 2026
George the shepherd frequently reads murder mysteries to his beloved flock of sheep, giving them the base knowledge to eventually solve his own murder. Photo courtesy of Amazon MGM Studios
‘The Sheep Detectives’ is sheariously worth a watch
May 29, 2026
Senior Thomas Schuler plays the piano and sings during his performance at Carnival on May 22.
Schuler’s devotion for creating music is written in his future
May 29, 2026
Euphoria's Cassie, Nate, Jules, Maddie, and Rue. In Season 3, the beloved characters feel increasingly disconnected from the emotional authenticity of previous seasons.
‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Trades Substance for Spectacle
May 27, 2026
Lu's award winning depiction of a elderly woman surrounded by dreamlike illustrations (Art by Wenqing Lu ~ used with permission)
Holding onto wonder: Wenqing Lu
May 22, 2026
South Korea’s Employment Permit System ties foreign workers to exploitative systems with limited job changes. As Korea’s reliance on migrant labor intensifies, the system continues to bind workers’ legal status to employer control and leaves major blind spots in human rights protection.
South Korea’s Employment Permit System devolves into “Exploitation” Permit System
May 29, 2026
Perspective: On Pain & Progress
Perspective: On Pain & Progress
May 27, 2026
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Perspective: Ctrl. + Alt. + Delete
May 22, 2026
Anorexia nervosa has been identified as the deadliest psychiatric diagnosis because of the way it attacks all parts of the body. Despite the harm it causes, the severity of the diagnosis is still not fully understood by those who haven't experienced it. | Graphic by Natalie Quance via Canva.com
“No One Heals Through Shame”
May 21, 2026
Perspective: At Odds
Perspective: At Odds
May 21, 2026
Jenna Sedlacek tattoos a Holland Township School student. Tournament of Champions had a variety of stations, including temporary tattoos, sprinting, javelin, sand art and long jump.
A time to shine: Tournament of Champions builds confidence, community
May 29, 2026
Beyond the Dorms
May 29, 2026
Varsity Red Bird Productions (RBP) members and juniors Audrey Lawrence and Sierra Little embrace each other while singing “End of the Line” from the musical “Theory of Relativity” by Neil Bartram. “Towards the end, I hoped we woke the audience up, got a few laughs and gave them joy,” Little said. “I hope they walked away thinking that was a funny show.”
Talents unveiled
May 22, 2026
For this year's final project, ROTC students built and launched rockets.
The Sky’s The Limit
May 22, 2026
Dr. Jesse Kavadlo is many things: A professor of English at Maryville University by day, and a rockstar by night. Recently, Dr. Kavadlo wrote a book called "Rock of Pages" where he analyzes the thematic connections between 80s heavy metal and classic literature. Kavadlo visited MHS to read excerpts from his book and to play alongside one of Marquette's student rock bands, Fretbuzz.
Rockstar Professor Visits MHS
May 21, 2026
Phone free day: Success or failure?
May 15, 2026
Created by sophomore Polly Greaves through Canva, this graphic shows the visual of The Story Guide. In this episode, the co-hosts read "Hush, Hush" by Becca Fitzpatrick. It is a paranormal romance book.
The Story Guide: Crosstown Book Reviews – Season 2 Ep. 3 ‘Hush, Hush’
May 13, 2026
Autistic students reflect on autism, identity
Autistic students reflect on autism, identity
May 4, 2026
Bri Blair’s experience at UN Commission on the Status of Women
May 4, 2026
Rays Rap Graphic
Rays Rap: Tracy Jones Clip
April 28, 2026
Varsity Red Bird Productions (RBP) members and juniors Audrey Lawrence and Sierra Little embrace each other while singing “End of the Line” from the musical “Theory of Relativity” by Neil Bartram. “Towards the end, I hoped we woke the audience up, got a few laughs and gave them joy,” Little said. “I hope they walked away thinking that was a funny show.”
Talents unveiled
May 22, 2026
Sophomore and Corporal Hailey Wong executes a floor during Varsity’s Jazz dance to “Burnin’ Up” on stage. “We had a lot of morning practices and after school rehearsals to prepare for the show,” Wong said. “In these practices we ran through every dance and re-spaced them to fit on the stage since we are usually dancing on gym floors.”
Where it all ignites
May 15, 2026
MORE THAN A GAME. With two diving catches in the outfield, the Lions showed up defensively, aiding in their victory over the Pacers. One catch was made by Atwood, and the other by McGraw. Throughout the game, the Lions knew that it wasn’t just about their victory today. “I think [playing for cancer] makes it bigger than just a game,” McGraw said. “Knowing that you have a bigger impact in this world than just who you are as one person.”
‘It’s not all about softball’
May 13, 2026
Maahi Vaswani poses at center stage during Bellaire Bollywood Club’s third dance. The choreography was an Indian hip-hop fusion to a mashup of “Titi Me Pregunto” by Bad Bunny and “Saki Saki” by Neha Kakkar.
Friendly battle, cultural celebration
May 13, 2026
Standing at the ready on the course, senior Young Life leader Colson Sink makes it his mission to successfully hand out as many waters to the runners while shouting encouragement as they pass.
Faith Across the Finish Line
May 13, 2026
Jenna Sedlacek tattoos a Holland Township School student. Tournament of Champions had a variety of stations, including temporary tattoos, sprinting, javelin, sand art and long jump.
A time to shine: Tournament of Champions builds confidence, community
May 29, 2026
Beyond the Dorms
May 29, 2026
For this year's final project, ROTC students built and launched rockets.
The Sky’s The Limit
May 22, 2026
Dr. Jesse Kavadlo is many things: A professor of English at Maryville University by day, and a rockstar by night. Recently, Dr. Kavadlo wrote a book called "Rock of Pages" where he analyzes the thematic connections between 80s heavy metal and classic literature. Kavadlo visited MHS to read excerpts from his book and to play alongside one of Marquette's student rock bands, Fretbuzz.
Rockstar Professor Visits MHS
May 21, 2026
Lake Worth Beach Street Painting Festival
Lake Worth Beach Street Painting Festival
May 19, 2026
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
Varsity Red Bird Productions (RBP) members and juniors Audrey Lawrence and Sierra Little embrace each other while singing “End of the Line” from the musical “Theory of Relativity” by Neil Bartram. “Towards the end, I hoped we woke the audience up, got a few laughs and gave them joy,” Little said. “I hope they walked away thinking that was a funny show.”

Talents unveiled

By Zara Bukhari, Alav Madani, and Angelina Tao • May 22, 2026

This story was originally published on Three Penny Press on May 21, 2026.

Sophomore and Corporal Hailey Wong executes a floor during Varsity’s Jazz dance to “Burnin’ Up” on stage. “We had a lot of morning practices and after school rehearsals to prepare for the show,” Wong said. “In these practices we ran through every dance and re-spaced them to fit on the stage since we are usually dancing on gym floors.”

Where it all ignites

By Dhara Agrawal, Bellaire High School • May 15, 2026

This story was originally published on Three Penny Press on May 13, 2026.

MORE THAN A GAME. With two diving catches in the outfield, the Lions showed up defensively, aiding in their victory over the Pacers. One catch was made by Atwood, and the other by McGraw. Throughout the game, the Lions knew that it wasn’t just about their victory today. “I think [playing for cancer] makes it bigger than just a game,” McGraw said. “Knowing that you have a bigger impact in this world than just who you are as one person.”

‘It’s not all about softball’

By Brooke Sanborn, West Linn High School • May 13, 2026

Every year, the West Linn High School softball team hosts their annual breast cancer awareness game against Lakeridge High School. This year, the game took place on May 1, at Rosemont Ridge Middle School...

Standing at the ready on the course, senior Young Life leader Colson Sink makes it his mission to successfully hand out as many waters to the runners while shouting encouragement as they pass.

Faith Across the Finish Line

By Andrea Keller and Lila Moore • May 13, 2026

This story was originally published on The Weekly Talon on May 8, 2026.

After Katie Mulatz's class won the senior den games, the team erupted in cheers on April 30, 2026 in West Chicago Community High School's Bishop Gym.

[PHOTO ESSAY] Pep Club’s last spring assembly

By Joselyn Duran Corona and Micaela Jaramillo • May 7, 2026

The sound of cheers filled Bishop Gym on April 30, 2026, as students gathered for Pep Club’s final assembly of the school year, featuring competitions, prom court announcements, and interactive games. On...

Baltus Van Tassel, played by junior Davis Adams, describes to senior Aiden Gross in the role of Ichabod Crane the haunting past which the town holds. Tassel told Crane about the German spirit who was killed at a tree down the path to his house and now haunted the town.

A headless hunt for the top

By Vaishali Raol, Bellaire High School • April 23, 2026

This story was originally published on Three Penny Press on April 20, 2026.

Sophomore Kate Dholakia counts steps while the junior varsity dancers enter the dance floor during the large pom ensemble, 'Fireball.' The junior varsity Belles took home first place for this number in the' Junior Varsity pom' category.

Fireball

By Keith Luo and McKenzie Le • April 9, 2026

This story was originally published on Three Penny Press on March 20, 2026.

Rekindling the Passion

By Jacy Gomez, Waterloo West High School • March 13, 2026

Meeting the Expectations On Jan. 30, Waterloo East senior Daniesha Watson competed in the 2026 IGHSAU Regional Qualifier Meet at Independence High School in the 130-pound weight class. Ranked at a lower...

The show opens with scene 1: “The Pressure.” Senior Daniel Percy played star quarterback Jaylen Adams, who contemplates where he wants to go to college.

‘Black history is American history’

By Bethel Kifle, Bellaire High School • March 3, 2026

Black Student Association hosted its annual Black History Month program on Feb. 12 in the auditorium. The theme was “Decision Day,” showcasing the unique culture and “black excellence” of historically...

Students of Waterloo West High march in lines on the sidewalks of Ridgeway and curved around into the surrounding neighborhoods. They held signs and chanted loud to be heard by pedestrians or cars driving by.

Photo Story: “We are here today because we are angry”

By Kara Oberheu, Waterloo West High School • February 25, 2026

Following President Trump's recent remarks about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), protests have taken place across the country. Demonstrations in Minnesota have followed recent fatal encounters...

The “Urinetown” cast sings “Act One Finale.” The cast performed an open dress rehearsal for local senior citizens and teachers to watch Feb. 4.

Students perform in High School musical ‘Urinetown’

By Laila Taraporevala, The American School in London • February 11, 2026

The Performing Arts Department put on the winter musical “Urinetown” Feb. 5-7. Set in a metropolis similar to Gotham City, citizens deal with a government ban on private toilets following a 20-year...

As the seniors line up with their families, they wear cowboy hats to commemorate the life of Lucas Gray, a West Linn class of 2025 alumnus and wrestler who passed away in 2025.

Pinning Pioneers

By Wesley Gilbert, West Linn High School • February 5, 2026

The West Linn and Oregon City rivalry is one steeped with history and energy, with the annual football game having been played for over 100 years, and is considered to be the “longest continuously played...

The Georgia State Capitol building serves an important role in the lives of each Georgia citizen, so learning about the happenings remains an imperative skill. To commemorate the first day in session January 12, 2026, Copy Editor Sophia Lamb and Page Editor Lidia Sidorova traveled to the historical building to watch the day unfold. While there, the two reporters spoke with multiple senators, representatives and protesters who rally for change.

Students in session

By Sophia Lamb and Lidia Sidorova • February 2, 2026

At the start of the second semester for the 25-26 school year, Copy Editor Sophia Lamb and Page Editor Lidia Sidorova traveled down to the Georgia State Capitol to report on the first day of the 2026 Senate...

PHOTO GALLERY: Iowa Heartlanders are at the Heart of It All

PHOTO GALLERY: Iowa Heartlanders are at the Heart of It All

By Brooklynn Berumez, Waterloo West High School • January 5, 2026

For the fourth time this season, the Iowa Heartlanders took on the Cincinnati Cyclones on Nov. 23. However, for the first time, students from the Wahawk journalism program had the chance to shadow the...

Combined Orchestras and Choirs close out the 2025 'Dimensions' concert with a large ensemble performance.

DGS Fine Arts takes the stage for ‘Dimensions’ concert

By Dylan Mora, Downers Grove South High School • December 17, 2025

On Dec. 11, the Performing Arts Center is filled with music from all directions as DGS hosts its annual Dimensions Concert. With preparations being taken weeks in advance, the concert was a multifaceted...

PHOTOS: What’s Another Broken Record?

PHOTOS: What’s Another Broken Record?

By Jacy Gomez, Waterloo West High School • December 17, 2025

On Tuesday, Dec. 2, the Waterloo West Wahawks Girls Basketball Team competed against the Decorah Vikings at the Waterloo West High School Siddens Gymnasium. The starters for the Wahawks included Seniors...

JONES TAKES THE LEAD: Junior Paityn Jones sings alongside co-star Pablo Arteaga in ‘Something to Hold Onto’ during act two of the McCallum Theater’s production of “Between the Lines.” Jones was cast in the lead role of Delilah in early May when auditions for the play were held, and began rehearsing in August. “This is the longest process I’ve had since I’ve been doing theatre here,” Jones said. “It was so useful not only towards making our show better but for building a stronger connection with our cast.” The unusually long rehearsal process posed some challenges to cast members, but it was nothing to complain about, according to Jones. “It was hard because people had less free days and rehearsals began overlapping with events that typically are after we’ve already performed,” Jones said. “However, none of us felt the need to complain because we all equally enjoy being at rehearsals, and we do it because it makes us happy.” Receiving the lead role came as a surprise to Jones, but she made the most of it and worked for months to prepare for the show. “This role has definitely been the most challenging role I’ve had in many ways,” Jones said. “I was not at all expecting to play Delilah, so when I got the opportunity, I spent all summer working on it.” Learning to play a character that was so different from herself in real life was difficult for Jones, as were some of the songs. “[Delilah's] character is so different from me in real life, so I had to really do my homework on her,” Jones said. “Not only was it hard to act the part, but also to sing it, there were notes in her songs that I had never hit before and didn’t believe in myself to do, but I got to work with all of the wonderful directors on how to reach those hard notes.” Even with the long rehearsals and difficult songs, Jones is proud of all the work put in by herself and the entire cast to create this year's showing of “Between the Lines”. “I am so proud of us for putting our hearts and souls into this performance because we truly gave it our all,” Jones said. “Everyone truly deserves their flowers for how talented and special they are.” Caption by Daniela Di-Capua.

Between the lines shines

By Daniela Di-Capua, Eva Sanchez, Fletcher Vandegrift, JoJo Barnard, Josie Linton, Katie Martin, Kaylee Breecker, Mira Patel, Vera Petrowsky, and Wren Vanderford • December 2, 2025

Over the past two weekends, McCallum thespians transported their audience to a fairytale world with their performance of “Between the Lines.” Theater and tech theater majors have been preparing since...

HE IS US. Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough speaks at the podium of the Montgomery Fairgrounds stadium during the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service Sept. 30. Keough said he was a longtime supporter of Kirk’s debates. “Charlie Kirk is Montgomery County,” Keough said. “And Montgomery County is Charlie Kirk.”

GALLERY: Montgomery County memorial honors Charlie Kirk

By Logan Day, Caney Creek High School • October 22, 2025

Montgomery County leaders partnered with event organizer Charlie Diggs, hosting a memorial service on the Montgomery County Fairgrounds Sept. 30 in honor of activist Charlie Kirk who was assassinated...

GRAND REVEAL: Sophomore Cruz Gonzales performs alongside the other baritone saxophone players during Bandapalooza on Aug 22. Bandapalooza allowed the band to perform what they’ve been practicing during the summer to an audience full of friends and family. While this wasn’t the band’s first full run through, it was their first in front of an audience. “I feel like we’ve done better in rehearsals, and due to the pressure and other things, it hindered our performance a little bit, but I was still proud,” Gonzales said. One thing that Gonzales pointed out that the band needs to work on in the future is making sure everybody knows exactly where they’re supposed to be and knows the repetition. This performance also allowed the band to introduce their new theme of Gothic Renaissance to their audience. “This year’s costumes are totally different,” Gonzales said. “We have hip capes and shako hats, which is a big change from last year.” Looking towards the future and big pictures, Gonzales wants the band to have a successful season and make state. “Considering how close it was last year, we were pretty bummed,” he said. “So this year, I think everybody is really trying to work harder to get there and make state again.” Caption by Maya Tackett. Photo by Wren Vanderford.

Bandapalooza marches into new year

By Beatrix Lozach, Maya Tackett, Wren Vanderford, Priya Thoppil, Riley Pita, Daniela Di-Capua, Sienna Martens, Katie Martin, and Carson Duncan • September 16, 2025

Just as the sun was setting on Friday evening, the McCallum marching band began its annual Bandapalooza performance in the band parking lot. After the last month of all-day rehearsals during summer...

LOVELY RITA: Senior designer Rita Hagerty was the lucky winner of the 2025 show. Hagerty participated in the show for her second year. “Rita has incredible dedication and her eye for detail is incredible," one of Hagerty's designer peers said. "I'm glad her hard work paid off.” Each designer put countless hours into the show, sacrificing sleep and free time for the opportunity to share their work with the community. For some of these young designers it may have been their first time participating, some say that the hardest part was finding the time to dedicate to the competition. “Of course, designing the clothes was challenging, but that's what I was expecting," first-year sophomore designer Tallulah McAuliffe said. "It was really hard to find the time to put it all together though. Between school, homework and friends. The show was always following me.” Caption by Isa Truan.

Braving the ‘Wilderness’ together

By JoJo Barnard, Delaney Lavelle, Sienna Martens, Sophia Manos, Maggie Mass, Elizabeth Nation, Callen Romell, Maya Tackett, Priya Thoppil, Isa Truan, Camilla Vandegrift, Nate Williams, and Harriet Zettner • May 7, 2025

McCallum had its annual student-directed fashion show in the MAC this past weekend with a performance on Saturday at 7 p.m and a matinee on Sunday at 2 p.m. The theme of the show was “Celestial Wilderness:...

Sophomore Clare Colburn draws a henna design on a child's hand. Henna designing was one of the activities for guests, and art students were able to sign up for different activities they could do during the art show. “One of my favorite activities was Henna because it's a really cool craft and art form that is interesting,” Colburn said. 

Pyramid art show expresses creativity of students

By Alexine Cornelio, Chantilly High School • May 2, 2025

The hallways and lecture hall were filled with photographs, paintings, drawings, animations and portfolios created by art students from kindergarten through senior year from different schools including...

REACHING FOR THE STARS: Junior Zane Shieh sings an original song while playing the guitar with his band, Spiral Maze, at the Battle of the Bands last Thursday. He sings the long note of his band’s original song entitled “Reach,” a part of a new album coming soon. “This is my second year doing Battle of the Bands and with Spiral Maze,” Shieh said. “We had a pretty tight set, but I think it went really well, and the crowd liked us a good bit.” Shieh said his excitement toward playing at the Battle of the Bands this year was being able to showcase his band’s new music. “My favorite part was performing our new song, and playing for a bunch of my friends was super sick,” Shieh said. “It was stressful at first—like a little nervous—but it all cleared up right after the first song, and the atmosphere was very chill.” While it was not his band’s first time performing in front of a crowd, Shieh said he loves playing music at his own school and performing original music. “We’ve played at the Austin Rodeo two times and a few restaurants like Tamale House and Freddo’s ATX,” Shieh said. Shieh and his band will be back performing at school at the upcoming first annual McCallum Art Party fundraiser on Feb. 22. Caption by Nate Williams.

Battle of the Bands brings Mac musicians together

By Shila Gill, Lillian Gray, Maggie Mass, Sophia Manos, Josie Mullan, Callen Romell, Sofia Saucedo, Priya Thoppil, Camilla Vandegrift, Wren Vanderford, and Nate Williams • April 10, 2025

The classical guitar program held its annual Battle of the Bands in the Fine Arts Building Theater last Thursday evening. Each band performed three original or cover songs, and audience members used their...

Junior Paige Mitchell leaps during group performance for Blue Brigade's annual show-off held last Wednesday commencing the contest season.

Twirl, leap and spin into contest season

By Daniela Di-Capua, Evelyn Jenkins, Josie Linton, Sienna Martens, Harper Maxwell, Katie Martin, Piper Norfolk, Elizabeth Nation, and Mira Patel • April 4, 2025

Last Wednesday, Blue Brigade kicked off their competition season with their annual show-off of all their competition pieces in front of family and friends in the McCallum gym. The show-off prepares the...

UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT: Senior Sasha Grapko is highlighted on stage by a spotlight during the McCallum Youth Dance Company show this past Thursday and Friday at the AISD PAC. The company put in tireless efforts to make the show a reality with late rehearsals and all-day preparations at the PAC in the days leading up to the show. The show was unique with multiple ensembles performing throughout the night. Since the company consists of students ranging from their freshmen to senior years, the dances vary in complexity which created a balance throughout the program over the two days. Overall, the efforts of the dancers and choreographers paid off, and the show was a success. As Grapko is shining above, every McCallum dancer was able to highlight their commitment to the program with their performances. Caption by Arwen Petellier. Photo by Adele Seeboth

McCallum Youth Dance Company delivers ‘moving’ showcase

By Daniela Di-Capua, Carson Duncan, Chloe Lewcock, Beatrix Lozach, Josie Mullan, Piper Norfolk, Arwen Pelletier, Callen Romell, Chloe Seckar-Martinez, Maya Tackett, Fletcher Vandegrift, and Nate Williams • March 27, 2025

The McCallum Youth Dance Company performed its annual winter showcase, “Movement 2025” at the Austin ISD Performing Arts Center last Thursday and Friday night. The company began working on these dances...

Cassidy Vallin (Left) and Bryan Connolly (Right) from Circus Foundry dance as a part of their show during the opening ceremony of Conifer High School’s 9th annual Peace Day. Circus Foundry is a Denver-based contemporary circus that formed to share their art, help others in the process, and support local under-represented demographics in community gatherings. “Our main goal with your show was to be able to share the excitement of what the circus brings to people throughout the world,” Vallin said.

Kaleidoscope of Perspective

By Kanin Cadam, Conifer High School • March 12, 2025

From the tunnels of Vietnam to the depths of one’s mind, from the corners of Peru to a mission to be kind, all Peace Day speakers gathered to share their each and every find. On Feb. 7, 332 students...

NEW CHALLENGE, NEW TEAM MEMBERS: Every season, VEX creates a new game that robotics team members are faced with and have to build a robot to compete in. This year’s game forces students to create a robot that is able to stack rings onto mobile goals in order to score points. The change in games each season is something that robotics teacher Audrea Moyers appreciates. “One of the things that I like about VEX is that they have a new problem to solve every year,” she said. ¨Even though the equipment’s the same, they have to analyze the game, and they have to come up with solutions that are unique that year. They are using their knowledge from prior years, but they have to kind of redesign a problem.” As returning teams were faced a new game, some new teams and members had to adapt to a uncommon playing field and game. “Three of our four teams were competing for the first time this year, and they had very different experiences match to match, so I think they learned a lot,¨ she said. ¨It’s hard just watching a video online to know how it’s actually going to be in person, so they all learned a lot about what gameplay is like, how to work with an alliance partner [and] how to adapt during the day to changes.”

Robotics hosts VEX tournament

By Lillian Gray and Wren Vanderford • December 20, 2024

The McCallum robotics program hosted a Vex robotics tournament on Saturday Dec. 7, which drew in 27 teams, four of those were underclassmen teams from Mac—B, C, D and E. This season’s game is called...

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