Girls soccer suffers season’s second loss to BVN, defeat Gardner 7-0
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
April 26, 2013
The girls soccer team fell to Blue Valley North on Monday, April 22 in a 3-1 loss, then, after an inclement weather delay, crushed Gardner in a 7-0 victory two days later. The team’s first loss was a 2-0 result against Blue Valley on Friday, April 12. Head coach Arlan Vomhof said that... (more...)
High school curriculums must change with the times
Jack Lopez, JagWire Opinion Editor
April 17, 2013
With the rise in technology and the overall progression of our nation, there has also been a shift in the demand for unconventional careers: jobs that defy the traditional mold of a nine-to-five desk job. Very few adults that I have asked work jobs they thought they would be when they entered... (more...)
Inaugural girls swim team works to improve abilities
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
April 17, 2013
Consisting of 35 swimmers from Mill Valley High School and 15 from De Soto High School, practice started for the new girls swim team on Monday, Feb. 25, despite an impending snowstorm that resulted in a two-day inclement weather school closure. For head coach Amy Hanna, the most important thing... (more...)
Girls soccer undefeated after three games
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
April 9, 2013
The girls soccer team extended their season record to 3-0 with a 7-0 win over Tonganoxie High School on Monday, April 1 and an 8-0 win over Piper High School on Thursday, April 5, both of which were home games. Goals against Tonganoxie were scored by senior midfielder Kayla Hamner and junior... (more...)
Girls soccer defeats Olathe North 3-1
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
April 3, 2013
The girls soccer team began their season with a 3-1 victory over Olathe North on Friday, March 29. Senior midfielder Kayla Hamner led the team to the win with all three of the team’s goals. Hamner opened the scoring only a minute into the game with a strike from 30 yards out that sailed over... (more...)
Q&A with health teacher Amy McClure
Jack Lopez, opinion editor
March 14, 2013
What are some common dieting myths? A lot of people believe that depends on what time of day you eat a certain food as to how it affects their body weight, and that’s not true: calories are calories. Or that certain types of calories, like carbohydrates, proteins or fats, that one is worse... (more...)
Arming teachers decreases school security
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
February 7, 2013
After the disaster at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., the National Rifle Association released a series of statements urging schools around the country to train and arm not only guards to patrol the school, but teachers and staff in the building as well. The idea is that arming... (more...)
Seven questions with WPA king Joey Perkins
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
February 7, 2013
What was your reaction like when you found out you won WPA king? I started shaking and I got really nervous. I was happy but I was mostly nervous. What is your favorite thing about Mill Valley? I feel like there are less cliques here than at other schools and I can really just be friends with... (more...)
Seven questions with sophomore Maddie Holland
Jack Lopez, opinion staff
January 23, 2013
How did you get started doing indoor track? I do track at school and I just really like it. I wanted to do it indoor because I want to go to college and do it there. When is the indoor track season? Right now in the winter time. Where do you practice? I practice outdoor and then I go to the... (more...)
Junior thrives as only female on school team
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
December 12, 2012
Junior Kali Gracy is a unique athlete. Out of approximately 50 members on the wrestling team, Gracy is the only female wrestler. Gracy began wrestling at the age of five with the goal of following in her brother’s footsteps and eventually surpassing him. “I’ve just kept it up because... (more...)
Depression is not to be taken lightly
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
December 12, 2012
Today, more than ever, depression and even the idea of suicide is given far too much negative attention. Victims are often blamed for a health problem that they have no control over, leading them to hide it until it is too late. Depression is not simply “being sad,” it is a disease caused... (more...)
Seven questions with senior wakeboarder Jacob Harrington
Jack Lopez, opinion editor
November 29, 2012
When did you start wakeboarding? I think in 6th grade. How did you start? My family’s always gone to the [Lake of the Ozarks] so I just saw someone else doing it. How often do you go out? Three days a week. Normally between six and seven times a day. Do you see wakeboarding as being... (more...)
Fall musical provides entertainment for anyone
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
November 8, 2012
The fall musical, “A Christmas Carol,” opened to a packed theater on Sunday, Nov. 4 and continued through Nov. 10. The musical starred senior Alec Santaularia and sophomore Eli Stewart as the grumpy Ebenezer Scrooge. Despite every performance experiencing technical issues with microphones,... (more...)
Sophomore entertains students as school mascot
Jack Lopez, JagWire opinion editor
October 26, 2012
While most people have possibly unattainable entries on their “bucket lists” along the lines of going bungee jumping or climbing Mount Everest, sophomore Caleb Latas had a slightly less lofty goal that he was able to cross off of his list last year: to be a mascot at least one time. Latas... (more...)
Seven questions with musical lead Chloe Stewart
Jack Lopez, opinion editor
October 8, 2012
What character are you playing in A Christmas Carol? The Ghost of Christmas Past. What is your favorite thing about your character? The music that I get to sing, and the costume is pretty awesome too. What is the best part of being in a school production? Getting to know other people that... (more...)
Seven questions with musical lead Olivia Phillips
Jack Lopez, opinion editor
September 13, 2012
What is your part in The Fall Musical, A Christmas Carol ? I am The Ghost of Christmas Past. What is your favorite thing about being in a school production? Just being able to sing and being able to hear the applause of the audience after a show. What is different about this year’s musical? This... (more...)
Back To School Night Kicks Off School Year
Jack Lopez, opinion editor
August 27, 2012
While most students rested at home after an exciting first day of school, their parents spent the evening roaming the halls Thursday, Aug. 23, going through a crash course of what students do every day. A select group of band members preceded the evening’s events with several songs, including... (more...)
Three summer concerts provide music-filled summer
Jack Lopez, reporter
May 17, 2012
Warped Tour The annual Vans Warped Tour comes to Sandstone Amphitheatre on Friday, July 9. The all-day event will feature more than 90 artists including The Used, All Time Low and We The Kings, and several genres from reggae to metal. The Warped Tour has a music festival format: several artists... (more...)
Art show showcases students’ hidden talents
Jack Lopez, reporter
April 29, 2012
The annual art show opened to the public Thursday, April 26, hosted by Country Club Bank. More than 30 students’ artwork will be displayed for a week in the bank’s lobby. Senior vice president of Country Club Bank Charley Vogt sees the art show as a unique opportunity for students... (more...)
Girls soccer team advances to 6-1
Jack Lopez, reporter
April 18, 2012
The Lady Jags soccer team advanced to an overall record of 6-1 after a victory over the Lansing Lions on the road on Tuesday, April 17. Sophomore Abby Sieperda recorded her third hat trick for the season, making for a total of 14 goals in seven games. “[My goals are] to just get better... (more...)
Food drive comes to a close
Jack Lopez, reporter
March 8, 2012
The JAGS-sponsored food drive ended Friday, March 8. The club collected about 250 food items to be donated, ending their efforts for Hartesters’ “Go for the Green” Food Drive. JAGS executive board member Lindsey Kimbell hoped for a better outcome. “We would have liked for…the... (more...)
Mexican restaurants serve up satisfying spicy dishes
Jack Lopez, reporter
March 1, 2012
Fogones Mexican Delights The Mexican restaurant Fogones, located next to the Shawnee City Hall on Johnson Drive, is relatively new, but business is booming; for good reason, too. I was greeted with a brightly painted interior, friendly staff and mouth-watering aromas upon entering, and that... (more...)
Cancer foundation VP resigns after Planned Parenthood controversy
Jack Lopez, reporter
February 7, 2012
Susan G. Komen Foundation vice president Karen Handel resigned Tuesday, Feb. 7 after the foundation went through controversy over funding for Planned Parenthood, a provider of reproductive health services. Handel, a strong pro-life supporter, played a major role in Susan G. Komen’s decision... (more...)
Egyptian soccer riots kill dozens
Jack Lopez, reporter
February 1, 2012
At least 73 people were killed and hundreds injured after riots broke out in a Port Said, Egypt soccer stadium on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Officials say it is the worst sports-related disaster in Egypt’s history. Violence erupted when fans of al-Masry, Port Said’s soccer team, rushed onto the... (more...)
Luxury Cruise Liner runs aground, capsizes near Tuscan island
Jack Lopez, reporter
January 19, 2012
The luxury cruise liner Costa Concordia ran into rocks near an island off the coast of Italy Friday, Jan. 13, eventually capsizing onto its starboard side. The ship was guided within 800 feet of the island by Capt. Francesco Schettino. Schettino is under scrutiny for leaving the ship while... (more...)
Van der Sloot pleads guilty to slaying of Peruvian woman
Jack Lopez, reporter
January 11, 2012
Joran van der Sloot pleaded guilty Wednesday for the murder of 21 year old Stephany Flores of Peru. The murder took place in his hotel room on May 30, 2010, exactly 5 years after the disappearance of Natalee Holloway, a case in which van der Sloot remains the main suspect. Van der Sloot pled... (more...)
Three coffee shops offer perfect drinks for winter weather
Jack Lopez, reporter
December 16, 2011
Black Dog Coffeehouse 12815 W 87th St Parkway Lenexa Although the location of Black Dog Coffeehouse is not ideal, a strip mall near 87th Street Parkway and I-35, the atmosphere and their great drinks more than make up for it. If you are attending a weekend indoor soccer game at All American... (more...)
Family respect leads to more enjoyable holiday experience
Jack Lopez, reporter
December 14, 2011
In our progressing and ever-changing world, many things at home are different than they once were, including the average teenager’s attitude toward their family. December is all about the holiday season, and the holiday season is all about family. A large portion of this month is spent celebrating... (more...)
Restaurant offers a unique music and dining experience
Jack Lopez, reporter
October 20, 2011
Driving through unfamiliar territory looking for a barbecue restaurant that is particularly talented at hide and seek is slightly intimidating, to say the least. Finally, the sign for BB’s Lawnside Barbecue appears near 85th Street and Holmes Road and soon after, the old building that houses... (more...)
New teachers introduce themselves to the school
Jack Lopez, reporter
August 30, 2011
This year, the school has siezed the opportunity to welcome seven new teachers to the staff. JagWire has taken the chance to get to know some of their stories. Science teacher Alyssa Auld: What class and grade do you teach? I teach chemistry and physics to grades 10 through 12. Why did... (more...)