Senior reaches marine goal
Josh Duden, news editor
May 16, 2012
After working for four years toward a military-related academy, senior Devin Ellison has finally accomplished his goal. This fall, Ellison will be attending the Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, N.Y. which has an acceptance rate of only 23.3 percent. The Academy trains servicemen who are charged... Read more »
Senior mixes art and food
Sarah Gonzales, managing editor
May 16, 2012
Baking large cakes and desserts for many weddings and special occasions has become a hobby for senior Rayanna Gossett. “My making cakes are not really a business. I just make cakes,” Gossett said. “I make wedding cakes and special event cakes at home. I mostly make cakes for family... Read more »
Senior honors mother’s illness
Alyne Roemerman, Hanna Torline, copy editor, sports editor
May 16, 2012
Senior Rachel Sackett had joked with her family for years about what she would do if someone she loved was diagnosed with cancer. Every time the answer was the same: she’d shave her head with them. But she never thought the situation would actually present itself. Sackett’s mom was diagnosed with... Read more »
Volunteer opportunity allows student to donate time and skill
Kristina Milewski, features editor
May 4, 2012
Since September of 2011, junior Alexis Miller has been donating her time to volunteer at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. Miller volunteers every Thursday in the Women’s Health department. She has accumulated over 100 total service hours. “It’s a rewarding feeling giving back to the community,”... Read more »
Seven questions with sophomore Jordan Townsend
Olivia Phillips, guest reporter
May 4, 2012
Who is your favorite singer? Carrie Underwood How would you describe your style of singing? Country and Jazzy Who do you think has been the most supportive of your singing in your family? My dad and my mom—my stepmom that is. What are some big opportunities that you have had involving singing? Oh,... Read more »
Seven questions with freshman Maria Nichols
Kate Schau, guest reporter
May 2, 2012
How long have you been homeschooled? My entire school career, since kindergarten. Why are you homeschooled? I don’t exactly know, probably because you learn a little more. It was my parents’ decision. What does a normal school day look like for you? I go to MV for class, then I go home... Read more »
Seven questions with junior Daniel Buescher
Bre Moody, guest reporter
April 30, 2012
What made you decided to play rugby? My dad played from college to a couple years ago, and I grew up watching it. What position do you play? I play eight man or Openside flanker. How long have you played? This is my third season. What is most challenging about rugby? Probably just the physical aspect,... Read more »
Seven questions with freshman Caitlin Alley
Annie Crouch, guest reporter
April 25, 2012
What exactly is Mission Arlington? Who is involved? What is the “mission?” It is an organization in Arlington, TX that reaches out to different communities down there. They have different programs during Christmas and Thanksgiving. And like all year round they give out things like clothes, toys... Read more »
Seven questions with freshman Jordan Matlock
Savannah Rudicel, guest reporter
April 24, 2012
Freshman Jordan Matlock’s family recently adopted two children from Ethiopia. How long was the adoption process? My parents have been talking about it for years. My brother and dad went on a mission trip to South Africa and within three days of returning, my parents knew that we should adopt from... Read more »
Seven questions with sophomore Lindsey Jackson
Connor Oswald, guest reporter
April 23, 2012
What instruments do you play? I play the violin, the piano, the ukulele, the bass and the guitar. What was the first instrument you started playing? I started playing the violin in fourth grade in elementary school, beginning strings. What is your favorite instrument to play? My favorite is the ukulele... Read more »
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