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Madison Ferguson

Madison Ferguson, JagWire editor-in-chief

This is senior Madison Ferguson’s third year on the JagWire staff. This year she is a JagWire co-editor-in-chief and a photographer. When Madison is not in the journalism room, she spends her time running NAHS as a second year president. She also spends a great deal of time creating sets for the drama department, as well as performing in the school plays and musicals.

All content by Madison Ferguson
Expressing new ideas to a group of StuCo members and other students, senior class vice president Tyler Orbin participates in the StuCo open forum on March 7.

[Photo] Members and advisors encourage students to participate in StuCo

Anika Roy, JagWire editor-in-chief
August 31, 2017
Being involved in anything at high school will continue to impact your life

Being involved in anything at high school will continue to impact your life

Margaret Mellott, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 17, 2017
Take a risk outside of your comfort zone

Take a risk outside of your comfort zone

Madison Ferguson, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 17, 2017
My childhood blog taught me to appreciate journalism

My childhood blog taught me to appreciate journalism

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 17, 2017
Sophomore Caroline Rutledge prepares to kick the ball to an open player.

[Photo] Girls soccer defeats Leavenworth

Katya Gillig, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 17, 2017
While shaking hands, senior Rowdy Boatwright stops to have a conversation with English teacher Mike Strack and graphic design teacher Jerry Howard.

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After the game, senior Drew Fauth motions to shake hands with math teacher Alex Houlton.

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Dribbling down court,

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With senior Chris Weber following close behind, math teacher Alex Houlton prepares to pass the ball.

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English Mike Strack follows through after shooting the ball.

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Math teacher Alex Houlton shoots the ball.

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After the half, social studies teacher Ian Nichols moves past senior Jack Cooper.

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With English teacher Mike Strack in possession of the ball, senior Josh Hill attempts to steal it on Tuesday, May 9. The students lost to teachers 40-37.

[Photo] Students fall to faculty in Mayhem Week basketball game

May 10, 2017
With senior Jack Cooper next to him, math teacher Alex Houlton holds the ball.

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Senior Quintin Bossert prepare to pass the ball.

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After their team shot a 3-pointer, senior Josh Hill pretends to resuscitate senior Chris Weber.

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Senior Rowdy Boatwright jumps to shoot the ball.

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Senior Josh Winscott looks to shoot the basketball.

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With a social studies teacher Ian Nichols on his tail, senior Drew Fauth goes for a layup.

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After dribbling down court, senior Josh Winscott shoots the ball.

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Senior Jack Cooper goes for a lay up.

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During the tip-off, senior Blake Montgomery gains possession of the ball.

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While warming up, senior Rowdy Boatwright goes up for a dunk.

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Freshman Ella Shurley fights with a player from Olathe Northwest for the ball.

Girls soccer falls to Olathe Northwest 1-0

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 9, 2017
With an Aquinas defender on her back, junior Adde Hinkle looks to create a scoring opportunity during the second half of Mill Valleys 1-0 win over St. Thomas Aquinas on Tuesday, April 25.

Girls soccer defeats St. Thomas Aquinas 1-0

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 27, 2017
Archeology and Artifacts teacher Keil Hileman uses the 100-year-old candelabra he found in an abandoned church in a light demonstration for his class on Thursday, April 21. “I used to get $100 from each high school, and now I get nothing. I used to get free busing, and now there’s going to have to be a course fee,” Hileman said. “But I don’t care and I will make it work. And I have had people tell me ‘if you need something, just call me.’ I’m still doing OK.”

[Photo] Photo gallery: A day in the life of a teacher

April 26, 2017
Fighting for the ball, senior Adam Grube blocks a Shawnee Mission North player on Tuesday, Aug. 30. The Jaguars won after the game was called at halftime due to inclimate weather, making the final score 4-0.

Eastern Kansas League challenges and improves athletes across all sports

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 15, 2017
The JagWire reviews four different taco restaurants in the Kansas City area

The JagWire reviews four different taco restaurants in the Kansas City area

Madison Ferguson and Chris Sprenger
April 11, 2017
Fighting for the ball, senior Adam Grube blocks a Shawnee Mission North player on Tuesday, Aug. 30. The Jaguars won after the game was called at halftime due to inclimate weather, making the final score 4-0.

First season in the EKL league deemed successful by teams, coaches

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 11, 2017
Handing off the baton, senior Riley Arthur pushes for junior Mitch Dervin to take it.

[Photo] Girls track ties for first and boys track takes fourth at Olathe East relays

April 8, 2017
Fending off a Blue Valley player, freshman Emerson Kaiser dribbles the ball.

Girls soccer defeats Blue Valley 1-0

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 7, 2017
The team does a handshake after a group huddle on Thursday, April 6. The Jags fell in the first game against the Blue Valley Tigers 7-4 but came back to win the second game 12-1.

[Photo] Softball splits double-header against Blue Valley

April 8, 2017
With his hands on his opponents shoulders, junior Ike Valencia pushes the Bishop Miege player back on Friday, Oct. 7. The Jaguars fell to Bishop Miege 64-21.

KSHSAA classifications challenged to increase competitiveness between public and private schools

Jakob Twigg and Braden Shaw
April 7, 2017
JagWire reporters review local chicken finger restaurants

JagWire reporters review local chicken finger restaurants

Michael Sandri and Braden Shaw
March 30, 2017
The Jaguars fall to Blue Valley West 12-3 on Friday, March 24. Keeping his eyes locked on the ball, sophomore Seth Hobson defends his opponent.

Lacrosse falls to Blue Valley West 12-3

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 26, 2017
During the 100 meter dash, freshmen Khloe Knernschield (middle) and Megan Walkup (right) push off of their blocks at Blue Valley West on Thursday, March 23.

[Photo] Track and field places second at BVW freshman invitational

March 25, 2017
During the 100 meter dash, freshmen Khloe Knernschield (middle) and Megan Walkup (right) push off of their blocks at Blue Valley West on Thursday, March 23.

[Photo] Track and field places second at BVW freshman invitational

Christopher Sprenger, JagWire sports editor
March 25, 2017
Don’t be mean to the working people

Don’t be mean to the working people

Margaret Mellott, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 10, 2017
During the StuCo student forum on Tuesday, March 7, sophomore Kate Backes raises her hand.

[Photo] StuCo hosts its first public forum

Ally Nguyen, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 8, 2017
After completing the Rube Goldberg unit, engineering teacher Helga Brown helps junior Natalie Kalma submit a report.

[Photo] Drafting students create Rube Goldberg machines

Michael Sandri, JagWire reporter
March 4, 2017
Boys basketball falls to Blue Valley 76-65

Boys basketball falls to Blue Valley 76-65

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 25, 2017
Senior Blake Montgomery shoots a free throw.

Boys basketball team falls to St. Thomas Aquinas

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 11, 2017
Rushing to move past a Saints defender, sophomore Logan Talley dribbles the ball.

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Junior Ike Valencia shoots a free throw.

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Looking for an open teammate to pass too, sophomore Tanner Moore holds the ball.

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After a technical called on the Saints, senior Blake Montgomery shoots two free throws.

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After grabbing the ball, senior Darius McLemore goes for a basket.

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To start the game, junior Brody Flamming jumps up to gain possession of the ball.

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As the starters are announced, seniors Jack Cooper and Blake Montgomery shake their hips.

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The bowling team has grown close this past season. Its a good group of guys and this year has been a lot of fun, senior Spencer Butterfield said.

Boys bowling team grows closer through the sport

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 9, 2017
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[Photo] Recent driving accidents brings attention to the importance of safe driving

Abby Layton and Jakob Twigg
February 6, 2017
Head cross country coach Mark Chipman decides to retire after leading the cross country team to statewide success and teaching in the district for 35 years.

After 35 years in the district, head cross country coach Mark Chipman retires

Braden Shaw, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 4, 2017
After being crowned winter homecoming queen and king, seniors Kasey Meeks and Sam Brown stand together while people cheer on Friday, Feb. 3.

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Senior Haley Pultz smiles while walking with her mom.

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