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As the Fine Arts Festival begins and people begin walking in, junior Rhett Clauser plays his piano, as a part of Jazz Band.

Fine Arts Fascination

Thomas Ramos, Web Assignments Editor April 23, 2024

Guests walk the floors of the cafeteria, admiring the galleries of eye-catching art pieces as music from the Jazz Band fills their ears. At the Fine Arts Festival on Thurs, Mar. 21, there was much more...

Sitting in contemplation, senior Ryan Blanchard listens to Mr. Beckmann speak during in class. Contemporary Issues offers students an outlet to learn and speak about pressing issues.

Contemplating the Contemporary

Sophie Rosser, Staff Reporter April 18, 2024

As Mr. Nicholas Beckmann walks into class he closes the door behind him and greets his students. He asks the students to take out their notes and begins the class with a three-minute video about the failure...

A snake slithers across a blanket during enrichment time.

Creepy Crawlies

Kailey Pallares, Staff Reporter April 17, 2024

When we think of a pet, the image that pops into our head is typically a dog or cat, maybe a goldfish we had when we were younger. Many people value their furry friends and consider them a part of the...

Senior Tony Valera practices during one of his many band classes. Valera chooses to dedicate some of his time during his band classes to practicing his solo and ensemble music.

Superior Solos and Eloquent Ensembles

Abby Myers, Staff Reporter April 5, 2024

Senior Tony Valera rushes out of a classroom, snare drum in hand. Valera has to quickly grab his marimba in order to be ready for his next performance. This performance means a lot to Valera, and because...

Junior Edward Wilson playing the role of Dungeon Master in the groups current D&D Campaign: Its A Small World. The club met after school on Feb 14, 2024 in Mr Barths classroom, room 141.

Roll for Initiative

Ian Rashleigh, Staff Reporter February 15, 2024

Rising from the depths of mystery, a group intent on having fun through the fantasy roleplaying game known by many as “Dungeons and Dragons,” or D&D for short.  The Games Club offers an immersive...

Students exchanging gifts for the holidays through special events like Secret Santa. Many people use gift-giving as a way to love others.

Literacy In Love

Thomas Ramos, Staff Reporter February 1, 2024

Two sisters argue for what seems like hours. They go back and forth, pestering each other until the both of them cannot take it anymore. Tired of fighting, they leave each other alone for some time. One...

Senior Natalee Shipley places 5th in the Congressional Debate. The debate took place on Dec 8 and 9.

That’s Debatable

Ian Rashleigh, Staff Reporter January 3, 2024

Walking up in front of the judge as their gaze falls upon her, waiting for her performance. Butterflies in her stomach as she tries to deliver her speech despite the intense anxiety she feels. This feeling,...

On December 19th our school hosted Christmas Concert. Francis Howell North, Hollenbeck Middle School and Francis Howell Central finished with the song Thats Christmas to me.

Raise Your Voice

Ava Schriber, Staff Reporter December 20, 2023

For choir members, their schedule two weeks before winter break looked a little different than the average student. The choir spent their time before break preparing for their 5 upcoming concerts.  The...

Senior Tony Valera looks down at his guitar.

Melodic Mastery

Amity Ianiri, Staff Reporter December 18, 2023

The lights dim as shifting bodies settle within their respective seats, all eyes converge upon the players lining the stage. Melodic sound permeates throughout the room, with exceptional instrumentation...

Veterans and students enjoy the veterans breakfast planned by Epsilon Beta. The veterans had come together and celebrated Veteranss Day with their families.

An Awaited Future

Laila Alkhatib, Staff Reporter December 8, 2023

The library is a comforting space for many of the students here. Whether they like to study, eat, read or just enjoy the silence, it's a place open to all. Epsilon Beta is a club that helps making...

Mrs. Stacey Dennigmann stares steadily at the computer infront of her, working on assignments for her classes and her extracirriculars.

Behind The Dance

Kailey Pallares, Staff Reporter November 20, 2023

Every student prepares for their Homecoming and prom night in a similar schedule. Selecting a color to coordinate with your date, finding a dress or tux, buying your ticket, and the entire stress of getting...

Vrhovac playing the guitar in a field. Photo courtesy of Marko Vrhovac.

Musician In Progress

Ethan Kull, Staff Reporter November 20, 2023

Whenever it comes to music, only a limited number of people can say they possess it as a talent, junior Marko Vrhovac, falls into this very special group. Ever since Vrhovac was just a toddler, he knew...

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