Trotting down the hallway, students make their way to the Learning Commons instead of class. Through a Chromebook sign-in system, the students – truants to any unknowing onlooker – permit themselves...

Popular among students, the cartoon “Adventure Time” follows the main protagonist, Finn, in his adventures across the magical “Land of Ooo.” Part of his adventures involve his relationship with...

Although there are few situations where one compares the Greek myth Icarus to the burnt-out AP student, the idea of “flying too close to the sun” seems to be a concept that applies to the comparison....

Anna puts her last bag into the car as she says her goodbyes to her sister Kate. As they give each other a hug both can’t help but wonder how their relationship will be affected by the miles separating...

On March 21, the Art Club, NAHS, Jazz Band, FHC Choirs and Theater joined together for a night of fine arts. There were different art pieces being sold and many different musical pieces being performed...

For the Francis Howell School District, Jan. 18, 2024 had a schedule unlike other days. Students arrived on time, classes and lunches proceeded as scheduled, more than 300 students from all three high...

Steven Blair and Carolie Owens won the FHSD school board election on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. According to the St. Charles Board of Elections, Blair and Owens captured 27.38% and 27.29% of votes, respectively.  Running...

Students of FHC gathered in the large gym on Feb 15 for the annual spring sports pep assembly. The assembly consisted of many activities including student vs. faculty basketball, a musical performance,...

During seminar on Feb 28, the ‘master storyteller’, Kenya Ajanaku, told a story to students who joined together in the auditorium. Ajanaku not only told a story about a young female cat looking...

The Spotlight Players have been working tirelessly to get ready for upcoming shows. This particular day they were getting measured for their costumes and having an improv meeting. The costumes for...

On Feb. 27 Mrs. Kimbery Maxwell introduced a new hands-on review game to get students engaged in learning, not everyone is able to study on their own. Some students may have distractions at home or...

One of the most memorable high school experiences is the yearly upperclassmen dance otherwise known as Prom. We find ourselves nearing the end of the school year, which also brings us closer to our 2024...