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- Theme: 'Say Less"
Adviser: Danielle Finch
Editors: Ella Lehman, Ben Kershaw, Zoe Yim, Allison Verhulst
Walsworth representative: Tracy Tuleyin their own words:
Say Less
We think it during an especially long lecture from Mr. Houck, we say it to our friends when our plans are finalized. It may remind you of memes from 2019, but ultimately it's about doing.
Winning the football state championship, earning a band award, breaking a school swim record, and acing that test in Mr. Logan's class.
Four years of our lives are spent in these halls. Maybe this year you attending POAC or joined a new club, We all listened to Samuel Ragusa's rendition of the pledge of allegiance. We waited in line together while the cafeteria workers struggled to feed us during a national supply chain crisis. We speculated about how long we'd have to wear masks, if we would go back to online school, and eventually, covid guidelines were dropped completely.- Theme: 'Say Less"
Adviser: Danielle Finch
Editors: Ella Lehman, Ben Kershaw, Zoe Yim, Allison Verhulst
Walsworth representative: Tracy Tuleyin their own words:
Say Less
We think it during an especially long lecture from Mr. Houck, we say it to our friends when our plans are finalized. It may remind you of memes from 2019, but ultimately it's about doing.
Winning the football state championship, earning a band award, breaking a school swim record, and acing that test in Mr. Logan's class.
Four years of our lives are spent in these halls. Maybe this year you attending POAC or joined a new club, We all listened to Samuel Ragusa's rendition of the pledge of allegiance. We waited in line together while the cafeteria workers struggled to feed us during a national supply chain crisis. We speculated about how long we'd have to wear masks, if we would go back to online school, and eventually, covid guidelines were dropped completely. 
- Theme: "Before We Know It"
Adviser: Devan Foos
Editors: Leah Albright, Natalie Shepherd, Lanna Albright
Walsworth representative: John Kelleyin their own words:
"We show up to enrollment, surprised that schedules are going to be delivered a week later than usual. Schedules fill up our Instagram and Snapchat feeds, and we race to see who is in our classes. On the first day of school, we meet our friends in the great hall and make our way to Pirate Stadium for the assembly. Under masks, we watch as the dance team, color guard, band and STUCO perform at the stadium, with some of us getting our first look at the construction project for the new high school building. Confused, we take on our new classes and figure out which rooms to go to with the modified block schedule. We grumble as we take turns signing in and out to go to the bathroom after the Devious Lick challenge buzzes around the school. Between classes, we look across the parking lot and can't help but notice the gigantic crane in what was once the baseball field. We soak in the final moments of summer because before we know it...school has started."- Theme: "Before We Know It"
Adviser: Devan Foos
Editors: Leah Albright, Natalie Shepherd, Lanna Albright
Walsworth representative: John Kelleyin their own words:
"We show up to enrollment, surprised that schedules are going to be delivered a week later than usual. Schedules fill up our Instagram and Snapchat feeds, and we race to see who is in our classes. On the first day of school, we meet our friends in the great hall and make our way to Pirate Stadium for the assembly. Under masks, we watch as the dance team, color guard, band and STUCO perform at the stadium, with some of us getting our first look at the construction project for the new high school building. Confused, we take on our new classes and figure out which rooms to go to with the modified block schedule. We grumble as we take turns signing in and out to go to the bathroom after the Devious Lick challenge buzzes around the school. Between classes, we look across the parking lot and can't help but notice the gigantic crane in what was once the baseball field. We soak in the final moments of summer because before we know it...school has started."
- Theme: "Moving Forward"
Adviser: Laura Schwinn
Editor: Lily Geitz
Walsworth representative: John Kelleyin their own words:
After a year and a half of uncertainty, we were all looking forward to the start of a new school year. We would finally all be attending school together, sharing school spirit at pep assemblies and sporting events, participating in spirit weeks, going to class, and finally seeing smiling faces. It was exciting to finally move forward by participating in our favorite activities and trying out new experiences.
We asked our friends and classmates questions like: What clubs should we join? Will we get to have any dances? What will it be like to be back in the stands for sporting events or compete with our peers there to cheer us on?
While we were excited about moving forward in activities, the building also moved forward with the completion of new construction. With new art classrooms and music rooms ready near the start of the year, we enjoyed the updates, while still looking forward to the new pool to be completed and the new science wing to open.- Theme: "Moving Forward"
Adviser: Laura Schwinn
Editor: Lily Geitz
Walsworth representative: John Kelleyin their own words:
After a year and a half of uncertainty, we were all looking forward to the start of a new school year. We would finally all be attending school together, sharing school spirit at pep assemblies and sporting events, participating in spirit weeks, going to class, and finally seeing smiling faces. It was exciting to finally move forward by participating in our favorite activities and trying out new experiences.
We asked our friends and classmates questions like: What clubs should we join? Will we get to have any dances? What will it be like to be back in the stands for sporting events or compete with our peers there to cheer us on?
While we were excited about moving forward in activities, the building also moved forward with the completion of new construction. With new art classrooms and music rooms ready near the start of the year, we enjoyed the updates, while still looking forward to the new pool to be completed and the new science wing to open.
- Theme: "That's How We Define It"
Adviser: Sarah McCambridge
Editors: Raegan O'Connor, Sophia Anderson, Eleanor Werner, Emma Goulding, Emily Lynn, Stella Cahalan
Walsworth representative: Tracy Tuleyin their own words:
Walking into school with masks on our faces, we didn't know what this year would bring, unsure about what would make a return.
As seniors gathered in the North Campus parking lot, senior Elizabeth Perez painted the chests of senior boys as others prepared for the first home football game, with paint on their faces and glitter in their hair.
With loud cheers and cowbells, they walked to the stadium and packed the stands full.
Things seemed to be going back to normal. But what does normal look like?
We didn't know.
For many of us, it felt so long ago that we didn't even remember.
And that's just it — we had to decide.
We revived traditions with a twist. It was a time of new beginnings.
Yeah, we've had pep assemblies before. But what made the first one so special?
The gym was electrified with student spirit, sending chills down our spines, reminding us of what normal used to be for the first time in almost two years.- Theme: "That's How We Define It"
Adviser: Sarah McCambridge
Editors: Raegan O'Connor, Sophia Anderson, Eleanor Werner, Emma Goulding, Emily Lynn, Stella Cahalan
Walsworth representative: Tracy Tuleyin their own words:
Walking into school with masks on our faces, we didn't know what this year would bring, unsure about what would make a return.
As seniors gathered in the North Campus parking lot, senior Elizabeth Perez painted the chests of senior boys as others prepared for the first home football game, with paint on their faces and glitter in their hair.
With loud cheers and cowbells, they walked to the stadium and packed the stands full.
Things seemed to be going back to normal. But what does normal look like?
We didn't know.
For many of us, it felt so long ago that we didn't even remember.
And that's just it — we had to decide.
We revived traditions with a twist. It was a time of new beginnings.
Yeah, we've had pep assemblies before. But what made the first one so special?
The gym was electrified with student spirit, sending chills down our spines, reminding us of what normal used to be for the first time in almost two years.
- Theme: "Just More"
Adviser: Lauren Hodde
Editors: Kody King, Brinn Rhodes
Walsworth representative: Davis Gamblein their own words:
When you think of high school the first thought that comes to mind is, "I can't wait to get out of here," but really it becomes one of the most memorable times of your life. Maybe you thought that Mrs. Hodde's PVAT class was going to be pointless but really it became your "creative outlet". It's more than you think.
You may have though that On-Ramps would be "easier than Blinn" and thought that forensic science would be a "blowoff class," but we learned to give it more to excel.
You might have started out as the "quiet and shy freshman," but after reciting the FFA creed in Mr. Herris' ag class or standing on the stage performing your first-ever play in Mrs. Purvis' theater class, that fear quickly faded.
You might have thought that you would never be where you are today, but in the blink of an eye you are being handed your diploma having to figure out, "What's next?" You are so much more than you were...- Theme: "Just More"
Adviser: Lauren Hodde
Editors: Kody King, Brinn Rhodes
Walsworth representative: Davis Gamblein their own words:
When you think of high school the first thought that comes to mind is, "I can't wait to get out of here," but really it becomes one of the most memorable times of your life. Maybe you thought that Mrs. Hodde's PVAT class was going to be pointless but really it became your "creative outlet". It's more than you think.
You may have though that On-Ramps would be "easier than Blinn" and thought that forensic science would be a "blowoff class," but we learned to give it more to excel.
You might have started out as the "quiet and shy freshman," but after reciting the FFA creed in Mr. Herris' ag class or standing on the stage performing your first-ever play in Mrs. Purvis' theater class, that fear quickly faded.
You might have thought that you would never be where you are today, but in the blink of an eye you are being handed your diploma having to figure out, "What's next?" You are so much more than you were...
- Theme: "It starts with you"
Adviser: Mary Beth Lee
Editors: Kylie Wimberley, Shana Lackey, Andrea Lara, Nathan Rojas, Dulee Chavez
Walsworth representative: Tiffani Womackin their own words:
It's a relief to see that the new school year won't be like the last.
Everything can go back to normal.
But what does that mean?
It means no more one-way hallways, no more face masks, no more smiling with just your eyes, no more uncertainty.
Instead...
It means walking through the courtyard with hundreds of other kids and the chaos of first-day traffic.
It means spending the first day doing fun activities. Didn't expect to be making party hats and keychains, did you?
It means everyone being together again, experiencing high school as it should be, and exploring what it could be...- Theme: "It starts with you"
Adviser: Mary Beth Lee
Editors: Kylie Wimberley, Shana Lackey, Andrea Lara, Nathan Rojas, Dulee Chavez
Walsworth representative: Tiffani Womackin their own words:
It's a relief to see that the new school year won't be like the last.
Everything can go back to normal.
But what does that mean?
It means no more one-way hallways, no more face masks, no more smiling with just your eyes, no more uncertainty.
Instead...
It means walking through the courtyard with hundreds of other kids and the chaos of first-day traffic.
It means spending the first day doing fun activities. Didn't expect to be making party hats and keychains, did you?
It means everyone being together again, experiencing high school as it should be, and exploring what it could be...
- Theme: "Time Will Tell"
Adviser: Dr. Jim Brooks
Walsworth representatives: Brooke Smith, CJEIn their own words:
As Blackhawks returned to school on August 23, there was excitement and anticipation in the air.
Classmates reunited, ready for a fresh start with normalcy and freedom from restriction of masks.
Before the Blackhawks could settle into the first week of school, however, volleyball, band, football, and cheerleading were all quarantined along with 180 other students.
Masks went back on; uncertainty loomed. Would the numbers rise again? Would we go back to a remote schedule? Would we get Covid from a classmate? We knew things could change with a moment's notice.
Fall brought the Omicron variant and cases rose. Yet, we preserved and stayed the course.
Sports continued with athletes on edge, worried about the threat of testing positive. It felt like the semester would never end.
Then in February, things seemed to get better. The worst had passed, and the masks were again optional. Prom was scheduled for the first time since 2019. Things were looking better.
The ups and downs of the last few years have taught us all how to have patience and live without knowing what tomorrow will bring. If we wait long enough...time will tell.- Theme: "Time Will Tell"
Adviser: Dr. Jim Brooks
Walsworth representatives: Brooke Smith, CJEIn their own words:
As Blackhawks returned to school on August 23, there was excitement and anticipation in the air.
Classmates reunited, ready for a fresh start with normalcy and freedom from restriction of masks.
Before the Blackhawks could settle into the first week of school, however, volleyball, band, football, and cheerleading were all quarantined along with 180 other students.
Masks went back on; uncertainty loomed. Would the numbers rise again? Would we go back to a remote schedule? Would we get Covid from a classmate? We knew things could change with a moment's notice.
Fall brought the Omicron variant and cases rose. Yet, we preserved and stayed the course.
Sports continued with athletes on edge, worried about the threat of testing positive. It felt like the semester would never end.
Then in February, things seemed to get better. The worst had passed, and the masks were again optional. Prom was scheduled for the first time since 2019. Things were looking better.
The ups and downs of the last few years have taught us all how to have patience and live without knowing what tomorrow will bring. If we wait long enough...time will tell.
- Theme: "You Tell Us"
Adviser: TillieAnn Boliard
Editor: Connor Ryan
Walsworth representative: Lori Mortlandin their own words:
Epic or disappointing, scary or exciting. Once in a lifetime or life-ending, a dumpster fire, or a new way of life. How could you choose a phrase that would encompass a year so different for everyone?
The simple answer is, you can't. Everyone came back to school with different expectations and opinions of how things should unfold.
Will there be masks? Can we have sports? What will happen with our homecoming football game? With so much uncertainty, there is no set group of words to describe the series of ups, downs, twists, and turns we've had to face.
Here's your chance, no one can tell you, but you can tell us. It is your life so speak your truth. It is your year so make it count. This is your book and your story. You tell us,- Theme: "You Tell Us"
Adviser: TillieAnn Boliard
Editor: Connor Ryan
Walsworth representative: Lori Mortlandin their own words:
Epic or disappointing, scary or exciting. Once in a lifetime or life-ending, a dumpster fire, or a new way of life. How could you choose a phrase that would encompass a year so different for everyone?
The simple answer is, you can't. Everyone came back to school with different expectations and opinions of how things should unfold.
Will there be masks? Can we have sports? What will happen with our homecoming football game? With so much uncertainty, there is no set group of words to describe the series of ups, downs, twists, and turns we've had to face.
Here's your chance, no one can tell you, but you can tell us. It is your life so speak your truth. It is your year so make it count. This is your book and your story. You tell us,
- Theme: "Look at it this way"
Adviser: Kelsey Jackson
Editors: Elise Hess, Isa Medrano, Lily Neikirk, Clara Smith, Ella Pleiman, Sarah Harris, Erin Goeller
Walsworth representative: Chad Barlowin their own words:
"After summer of '21, we ambled to our packed classes, watched our peers' sporting events, met during Timber and so much more. Life seemed to return to some semblance of normal, but we kept all the wisdom gleaned from last year, which altered our perspective forever.
Look at it this way...school days were long and eventful from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. and with many practices and activities after school. Resuming, we forgot what a typical day at Oakwood High School was like, and it was an adjustment. However, we were grateful to have the usual student experience.
"Blue and Gold" "OHS" and "Move back freshmen" flowed from our packed student section at the Mack, full of fans.
Now we will see...a new sense of community. When an abundance of ecstatic students stormed the field after three exciting football wins, we knew we were back. We don't take coming together for granted now.
Junior Assembly dances returned, and even sophomores were able to attend. We danced as one body, jubilant to be back together.
From a different perspective...our school united in these moments because we learned not to take them for granted.
Being able to carry on our typical traditions as a small town, such as "That Day in May" solidified our new outlook, and we learned to appreciate that all our stories are parts to our whole.
What do you think? Your perspective matters because you are one of us. Keep reading to look at it our way...- Theme: "Look at it this way"
Adviser: Kelsey Jackson
Editors: Elise Hess, Isa Medrano, Lily Neikirk, Clara Smith, Ella Pleiman, Sarah Harris, Erin Goeller
Walsworth representative: Chad Barlowin their own words:
"After summer of '21, we ambled to our packed classes, watched our peers' sporting events, met during Timber and so much more. Life seemed to return to some semblance of normal, but we kept all the wisdom gleaned from last year, which altered our perspective forever.
Look at it this way...school days were long and eventful from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. and with many practices and activities after school. Resuming, we forgot what a typical day at Oakwood High School was like, and it was an adjustment. However, we were grateful to have the usual student experience.
"Blue and Gold" "OHS" and "Move back freshmen" flowed from our packed student section at the Mack, full of fans.
Now we will see...a new sense of community. When an abundance of ecstatic students stormed the field after three exciting football wins, we knew we were back. We don't take coming together for granted now.
Junior Assembly dances returned, and even sophomores were able to attend. We danced as one body, jubilant to be back together.
From a different perspective...our school united in these moments because we learned not to take them for granted.
Being able to carry on our typical traditions as a small town, such as "That Day in May" solidified our new outlook, and we learned to appreciate that all our stories are parts to our whole.
What do you think? Your perspective matters because you are one of us. Keep reading to look at it our way...
- Theme: "Note to Self"
Adviser: Erica Brockmoller
Editor: Liah Haines
Walsworth representative: Greg Adamsin their own words:
"You might think you know us because of our diversity and accomplishments. What you fail to see are the stories within our walls. "Mi personalidad es diferente de los demas, mi cara es diferente de los demas, y mi actitud es diferente." -Vanesa Mendez-Garcia, 10
Our school is home to multitudes of different people, with different languages, beliefs, backgrounds, cultures, individual qualities, strengths, passions, and interests-unique stories. "At the end of the day, all of us end up coming together. No matter who you are or where you are from." -Kareen Jovel, 11.
This year we will explore our passions, grow as individuals and write our own stories. As complicated as it may be, it's as simple as a note to self."- Theme: "Note to Self"
Adviser: Erica Brockmoller
Editor: Liah Haines
Walsworth representative: Greg Adamsin their own words:
"You might think you know us because of our diversity and accomplishments. What you fail to see are the stories within our walls. "Mi personalidad es diferente de los demas, mi cara es diferente de los demas, y mi actitud es diferente." -Vanesa Mendez-Garcia, 10
Our school is home to multitudes of different people, with different languages, beliefs, backgrounds, cultures, individual qualities, strengths, passions, and interests-unique stories. "At the end of the day, all of us end up coming together. No matter who you are or where you are from." -Kareen Jovel, 11.
This year we will explore our passions, grow as individuals and write our own stories. As complicated as it may be, it's as simple as a note to self."
- Theme: "In Real Life"
Adviser: Valerie Cook
Editors: Paige Dernier, Juliana Vergara, Taylor Crouch, Abby Thornhill, Iman Hollins, Claire Coates, Annie Stevens, Anna Golian, Maureen Browne, Angie Schimmel, Alea Fowler, Anna Wilder, Reese Chambers, Maggie Carpenter, Farrah Allen
Walsworth representative: John Kelleyin their own words:
"In the moment it seemed like it would never end. The uncertainty, the quarantines, the restrictions and isolation. The faces hidden behind masks, and the lunches spent sitting on opposite sides of a plastic divider. But then, Aug. 23, everything changed. School was back, fully in-person. In October, masks became optional and the expressions once hidden behind them were finally revealed."
"Life as we know it began to feel normal again."
"Real changes were made. Our approach to education shifted to experiential learning. Two weeks of the school year were dedicated to experiencing life outside of the classroom through a new Deep Dive program, later featured in Forbes Magazine. Internal internships opened a student-run coffee shop and revamped the Sion Shoppe. Six new teachers and faculty members came to Sion this year. Dr. Emily Grover won the Excellence in Teaching award, an honor voted on by the student body, in her first year. Even down to the new furniture, Sion was changing for the future."- Theme: "In Real Life"
Adviser: Valerie Cook
Editors: Paige Dernier, Juliana Vergara, Taylor Crouch, Abby Thornhill, Iman Hollins, Claire Coates, Annie Stevens, Anna Golian, Maureen Browne, Angie Schimmel, Alea Fowler, Anna Wilder, Reese Chambers, Maggie Carpenter, Farrah Allen
Walsworth representative: John Kelleyin their own words:
"In the moment it seemed like it would never end. The uncertainty, the quarantines, the restrictions and isolation. The faces hidden behind masks, and the lunches spent sitting on opposite sides of a plastic divider. But then, Aug. 23, everything changed. School was back, fully in-person. In October, masks became optional and the expressions once hidden behind them were finally revealed."
"Life as we know it began to feel normal again."
"Real changes were made. Our approach to education shifted to experiential learning. Two weeks of the school year were dedicated to experiencing life outside of the classroom through a new Deep Dive program, later featured in Forbes Magazine. Internal internships opened a student-run coffee shop and revamped the Sion Shoppe. Six new teachers and faculty members came to Sion this year. Dr. Emily Grover won the Excellence in Teaching award, an honor voted on by the student body, in her first year. Even down to the new furniture, Sion was changing for the future."
- Theme: "Of Course"
Adviser: Tucker Love
Editors: Samantha Santibanez, Gretchen Schmierer Knust, Madeleine Enko, Lilly Aldeguer, Katey Eichorn, Rachel Horsley, Brooklyn Transue, Patrick Fullbright, Gabbie Granoff
Walsworth representative: John Kellyin their own words:
"Welcome to South. It's a great day to be a Raider.
I hear that phrase basically every day. During senior Lincoln Knowle's announcements, in the hallway every morning, on Principal Todd Dain's Twitter. Standing in the student section for the first time in two years, dressed in all black, cheering on the football team during the Homecoming game. Falling over when senior Ben Holler slams the mallet down in front of the stands. I'm definitely going to lose my voice at the end of the night since I've been screaming so loud. Today's definitely a great day to be a Raider."- Theme: "Of Course"
Adviser: Tucker Love
Editors: Samantha Santibanez, Gretchen Schmierer Knust, Madeleine Enko, Lilly Aldeguer, Katey Eichorn, Rachel Horsley, Brooklyn Transue, Patrick Fullbright, Gabbie Granoff
Walsworth representative: John Kellyin their own words:
"Welcome to South. It's a great day to be a Raider.
I hear that phrase basically every day. During senior Lincoln Knowle's announcements, in the hallway every morning, on Principal Todd Dain's Twitter. Standing in the student section for the first time in two years, dressed in all black, cheering on the football team during the Homecoming game. Falling over when senior Ben Holler slams the mallet down in front of the stands. I'm definitely going to lose my voice at the end of the night since I've been screaming so loud. Today's definitely a great day to be a Raider."
- Theme: "No Matter What"
Adviser: Jonathan Bickel
Editors: Lucy Bickel, Alec Hartzell, Emily Ulrich, Carsyn Boyer, Kinsey Boyer, Aaron Plummer
Walsworth representative: Stephanie StreicherIn their own words:
"Our school has been rising above our obstacles for the past 60 years, and that's not stopping with us. Entering the third school year in a pandemic, facing new administration, and fearing homecoming getting canceled hasn't stopped us from persevering. If anything, these unknowns have made us even more determined to live every day as if there's a shutdown the next. We know that our school year could be taken away in an instant, so we're going to make the best of it."
- Theme: "No Matter What"
Adviser: Jonathan Bickel
Editors: Lucy Bickel, Alec Hartzell, Emily Ulrich, Carsyn Boyer, Kinsey Boyer, Aaron Plummer
Walsworth representative: Stephanie StreicherIn their own words:
"Our school has been rising above our obstacles for the past 60 years, and that's not stopping with us. Entering the third school year in a pandemic, facing new administration, and fearing homecoming getting canceled hasn't stopped us from persevering. If anything, these unknowns have made us even more determined to live every day as if there's a shutdown the next. We know that our school year could be taken away in an instant, so we're going to make the best of it."
- Theme: "Same but totally different"
Adviser: Jessica Spinella
Editors: Katherine Truttmann, Audrey Koch, Fabricio Ore-Gomez, Emily Hayes, Mahalia Crawford, Andrea Dorantes, Lili Summers-Sandoval
Walsworth representative: Monica LoeraIn their own words:
"First day jitters, waking up for school, six classes each day, seeing friends, doing homework, it's all the same. Same as every other year. But let's be honest, this year is very different.
We went from square boxes on a screen with names on them to crowded, face-covered hallways during passing periods and class. From block schedule to six classes a day. From the only face we recognize in our classes is our teachers, to no longer knowing what they look like. Masks have truly changed the way we know each other-and social distancing and contact tracing have made our return to our classrooms vastly different.
For all Panthers, Covid has encompassed almost every aspect of our lives. We've adapted and discovered more ways to connect, more ways to entertain ourselves, and more ways to stay safe. Most importantly, this year, we've done it together."
- Theme: "Same but totally different"
Adviser: Jessica Spinella
Editors: Katherine Truttmann, Audrey Koch, Fabricio Ore-Gomez, Emily Hayes, Mahalia Crawford, Andrea Dorantes, Lili Summers-Sandoval
Walsworth representative: Monica LoeraIn their own words:
"First day jitters, waking up for school, six classes each day, seeing friends, doing homework, it's all the same. Same as every other year. But let's be honest, this year is very different.
We went from square boxes on a screen with names on them to crowded, face-covered hallways during passing periods and class. From block schedule to six classes a day. From the only face we recognize in our classes is our teachers, to no longer knowing what they look like. Masks have truly changed the way we know each other-and social distancing and contact tracing have made our return to our classrooms vastly different.
For all Panthers, Covid has encompassed almost every aspect of our lives. We've adapted and discovered more ways to connect, more ways to entertain ourselves, and more ways to stay safe. Most importantly, this year, we've done it together."
- Theme: "Admit It You Love It"
Advisers: Michelle Menna, Aisha Ahmed
Editors: Ellie Schubert, Miriam Ahmed, Jack Capobianco, Sofia Difulvio, Christine Choung, Payton So, Evie Josselyn
Walsworth representatives: Brian and Shelby FlammIn their own words:
"Finally. We almost forgot how cold the gym is, and how stressful the car line is at 9:05, but it's all still here.
"Some things are the same, like the bustle for Chick-fil-A on Fridays. But, we all knew some things had changed when Mr. Clear lost musical chairs during the pep rally, breaking his five-year winning streak.
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"The new hangout spot in front of the main staircase became another classroom, taken over by reports and projects. Sorry Dr. Marcus, we'll try to be quieter."We're the same school, but we've grown into our skin. Some call us lame, we call ourselves innovative. Some call us try-hards, we call ourselves overcommitted. Yeah, we went to states for golf. We earned national awards in DECA. What's not to be proud of?"
- Theme: "Admit It You Love It"
Advisers: Michelle Menna, Aisha Ahmed
Editors: Ellie Schubert, Miriam Ahmed, Jack Capobianco, Sofia Difulvio, Christine Choung, Payton So, Evie Josselyn
Walsworth representatives: Brian and Shelby FlammIn their own words:
"Finally. We almost forgot how cold the gym is, and how stressful the car line is at 9:05, but it's all still here.
"Some things are the same, like the bustle for Chick-fil-A on Fridays. But, we all knew some things had changed when Mr. Clear lost musical chairs during the pep rally, breaking his five-year winning streak.
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"The new hangout spot in front of the main staircase became another classroom, taken over by reports and projects. Sorry Dr. Marcus, we'll try to be quieter."We're the same school, but we've grown into our skin. Some call us lame, we call ourselves innovative. Some call us try-hards, we call ourselves overcommitted. Yeah, we went to states for golf. We earned national awards in DECA. What's not to be proud of?"
- Theme: "We Are"
Adviser: Emily Greig
Editors: Stella Bednarczyk and Alexandria Killian
Walsworth representative: Jill Chittum - MJEIn their own words:
"We were scared."We were worried for this year. We did not know what was in store for us as we walked through the Commons on August 11, 2021. But the most important part is that we experienced it all together. We had the same worries and hopes for the year ahead of us. We hoped the person we liked would notice us. We hoped we would get a good grade on a test even though we didn't study. We hoped we would get the scholarship, or acceptance or recognition. We hoped we would get to show off who we are. We did not know we would get so many days off of school in the spring semester. We did not know things would get so complicated in the world. We did not know if we would get all the experiences and events we hoped for.
"But look at us. Look at where we are."
- Theme: "We Are"
Adviser: Emily Greig
Editors: Stella Bednarczyk and Alexandria Killian
Walsworth representative: Jill Chittum - MJEIn their own words:
"We were scared."We were worried for this year. We did not know what was in store for us as we walked through the Commons on August 11, 2021. But the most important part is that we experienced it all together. We had the same worries and hopes for the year ahead of us. We hoped the person we liked would notice us. We hoped we would get a good grade on a test even though we didn't study. We hoped we would get the scholarship, or acceptance or recognition. We hoped we would get to show off who we are. We did not know we would get so many days off of school in the spring semester. We did not know things would get so complicated in the world. We did not know if we would get all the experiences and events we hoped for.
"But look at us. Look at where we are."
- Theme: "Why Wait"
Adviser: Karla Sprague
Editors: Counts Shanks, Marissa Williams, Savannah Young
Walsworth representative: Jenny Whightsil - CJEIn their own words:
"The wait was over--
To make new traditions--
Seniors, they started the Senior Sunrise."To go viral on TikTok--
Juniors, more than one of you bent the rules to get a million rules."To make your presence known--
Sophomores, they battled the seniors for the spirit stick at the first pep rally at Wildcat Stadium."We always worked hard--
At having the most National Merit Finalists, at begin Debate NSDA Champions, and at being All-State Choir Qualifiers."We played hard too--
Spirit week to celebrate Christmas. Talent Show. The Pachanga. Yeah, that's just part of being a Wildcat."We won back-to-back golf state championships. Established a Young Progressives of America Chapter. Revived the Blue Crew. We grabbed life by the horns.
"Why wait?"
- Theme: "Why Wait"
Adviser: Karla Sprague
Editors: Counts Shanks, Marissa Williams, Savannah Young
Walsworth representative: Jenny Whightsil - CJEIn their own words:
"The wait was over--
To make new traditions--
Seniors, they started the Senior Sunrise."To go viral on TikTok--
Juniors, more than one of you bent the rules to get a million rules."To make your presence known--
Sophomores, they battled the seniors for the spirit stick at the first pep rally at Wildcat Stadium."We always worked hard--
At having the most National Merit Finalists, at begin Debate NSDA Champions, and at being All-State Choir Qualifiers."We played hard too--
Spirit week to celebrate Christmas. Talent Show. The Pachanga. Yeah, that's just part of being a Wildcat."We won back-to-back golf state championships. Established a Young Progressives of America Chapter. Revived the Blue Crew. We grabbed life by the horns.
"Why wait?"
- Theme: "What About It?"
Adviser: Courtney Hanks
Editors: Morgan Worlledge and Alyssa Bice
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"What about it?
"I'm still trying to figure out how I got here, but wherever we go next is going to be on our terms. I'm excited for this year and what about it? Did you guys see students sitting in the middle of the aisle on the bus getting here? My second period had almost forty kids. I'm already ready to go home, but we have all year, and so far, it looks fun.
"I'll admit the dress code is nice. No polos, I mean. I can wear what I want. Who's going to say something?
"We lost our first home game, so what? We made it to the championship. This year, we are going to break records. Literally."
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"Have you read, 'It Ends With Us' yet? I was about to sob my eyes out at the end."It rains a lot in Florida, but did almost every football field have to flood before a game?
"I re-watched all the Harry Potter movies before the reunion was released. And what about that?"
- Theme: "What About It?"
Adviser: Courtney Hanks
Editors: Morgan Worlledge and Alyssa Bice
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"What about it?
"I'm still trying to figure out how I got here, but wherever we go next is going to be on our terms. I'm excited for this year and what about it? Did you guys see students sitting in the middle of the aisle on the bus getting here? My second period had almost forty kids. I'm already ready to go home, but we have all year, and so far, it looks fun.
"I'll admit the dress code is nice. No polos, I mean. I can wear what I want. Who's going to say something?
"We lost our first home game, so what? We made it to the championship. This year, we are going to break records. Literally."
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"Have you read, 'It Ends With Us' yet? I was about to sob my eyes out at the end."It rains a lot in Florida, but did almost every football field have to flood before a game?
"I re-watched all the Harry Potter movies before the reunion was released. And what about that?"
- Theme: "It's All Good"
Adviser: Monica Rodriguez
Editors: Victoria Poliak and Lucie Duchene
Walsworth representatives: Veronika Levine, CJEIn their own words:
"We drove through the new front gates with aspirations and anticipation. We learned that among the fear, there was also community, support and hope. We stepped up and rose above the challenges that the pandemic brought because no matter what we faced, it's all good."
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"No Zoom glitches. No social distancing. No more arrows. After a confusing and uncertain year, we were home again (for real). We found that we appreciated the little things more than ever. Whether it was the Blue Zoo being filled with fans again, or seniors hugging their friends as they opened college acceptances. From senior Neptune Peterson's pursuit for awareness and advocacy to the return of field trips, we discovered new experiences and perspectives and allowed ourselves to find the good."
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"Every person's journey was different, and everyone had their own trials to go through. Either way, there was good all around us. Sometimes we had to look a little hard to find it, take action and do it or step up and be it. We chose to rise up and made the decision to create our own source happiness. Despite what happened, or how bad it seemed, life went on, and it worked out for the best. So far so good."- Theme: "It's All Good"
Adviser: Monica Rodriguez
Editors: Victoria Poliak and Lucie Duchene
Walsworth representatives: Veronika Levine, CJEIn their own words:
"We drove through the new front gates with aspirations and anticipation. We learned that among the fear, there was also community, support and hope. We stepped up and rose above the challenges that the pandemic brought because no matter what we faced, it's all good."
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"No Zoom glitches. No social distancing. No more arrows. After a confusing and uncertain year, we were home again (for real). We found that we appreciated the little things more than ever. Whether it was the Blue Zoo being filled with fans again, or seniors hugging their friends as they opened college acceptances. From senior Neptune Peterson's pursuit for awareness and advocacy to the return of field trips, we discovered new experiences and perspectives and allowed ourselves to find the good."
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"Every person's journey was different, and everyone had their own trials to go through. Either way, there was good all around us. Sometimes we had to look a little hard to find it, take action and do it or step up and be it. We chose to rise up and made the decision to create our own source happiness. Despite what happened, or how bad it seemed, life went on, and it worked out for the best. So far so good."
- Theme: "No More Waiting"
Adviser: Susan Massy
Editor: Katie Burke
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"Waiting. For the lunch bell to ring. For our Canvas and Skyward grades to sync. For the pandemic to end. We were uncertain, scared, and impatient. But still...we waited. To ask off of work. To sneak a peek at our partner's paper. To see if we got nominated for homecoming court.
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"Maybe we were waiting for tomorrow. OR for someone else to make the decisions. Waiting felt safe....but we were done with waiting."
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"It's time to live in the moment. Yes, things didn't go as planned in '21. But this is now. Never skip a beat. Never lose track of time. Never stay home. And there is no more waiting."- Theme: "No More Waiting"
Adviser: Susan Massy
Editor: Katie Burke
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"Waiting. For the lunch bell to ring. For our Canvas and Skyward grades to sync. For the pandemic to end. We were uncertain, scared, and impatient. But still...we waited. To ask off of work. To sneak a peek at our partner's paper. To see if we got nominated for homecoming court.
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"Maybe we were waiting for tomorrow. OR for someone else to make the decisions. Waiting felt safe....but we were done with waiting."
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"It's time to live in the moment. Yes, things didn't go as planned in '21. But this is now. Never skip a beat. Never lose track of time. Never stay home. And there is no more waiting."
- Theme: "Find Your Groove"
Adviser: Jason Davis
Editor: Ragan Stoltz
Walsworth representative: Shannon WilliamsIn their own words:
"You were expecting a return to normal but when school started in July, you were faced with a new block schedule and you had to pay attention for 95 minutes.
"You had a new principal and assistant principal and maybe even a class or two at the high school. You'd expect the seventh graders to get lost a little on campus, but after online learning, a lot of eighth graders didn't know their way around either.
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"You noticed the teachers were calm and ready to help you come back to class and make your school life normal again. There was a lot of new stuff in this normal, but a lot to life about returning to school. You always knew you would find your groove."- Theme: "Find Your Groove"
Adviser: Jason Davis
Editor: Ragan Stoltz
Walsworth representative: Shannon WilliamsIn their own words:
"You were expecting a return to normal but when school started in July, you were faced with a new block schedule and you had to pay attention for 95 minutes.
"You had a new principal and assistant principal and maybe even a class or two at the high school. You'd expect the seventh graders to get lost a little on campus, but after online learning, a lot of eighth graders didn't know their way around either.
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"You noticed the teachers were calm and ready to help you come back to class and make your school life normal again. There was a lot of new stuff in this normal, but a lot to life about returning to school. You always knew you would find your groove."
- Theme: "We Know You Know"
Adviser: Benjamin Langevin
Editors: Fatima Almousawi, Ainsley Compher, Ella Pishko, Kendall Gallagher, Lauren Claydon
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"We dance on tables to the Jiggalo in the Commons when the Drumline marches in on Spirit Days.
"You can't breathe while you walk through Building 12 when Petschel's Anatomy class dissects cats.
"You know we huddle around the Clock Tower between second and third period to catch a break with our friends.
"You drive past the Lion statue every day while you fight for your life right after the 2:20 bell.
"We know you know Oviedo."
- Theme: "We Know You Know"
Adviser: Benjamin Langevin
Editors: Fatima Almousawi, Ainsley Compher, Ella Pishko, Kendall Gallagher, Lauren Claydon
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"We dance on tables to the Jiggalo in the Commons when the Drumline marches in on Spirit Days.
"You can't breathe while you walk through Building 12 when Petschel's Anatomy class dissects cats.
"You know we huddle around the Clock Tower between second and third period to catch a break with our friends.
"You drive past the Lion statue every day while you fight for your life right after the 2:20 bell.
"We know you know Oviedo."
- Theme: "How 'Bout Now"
Advisers: Jim McCrossen, Kim White
Editors: Maggie Bunch, Liv Mahlios
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"We are finally back.
"We walked over the numbers '2022' painted in purple and black on the sidewalk as we entered through the front doors on Aug. 18 not knowing what to expect.
"Long gone are the days of hybrid and A or B days. No longer divided, we are now truly #ONENW.
"It was a year of firsts... or at least the first in two years.
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"This year we really saw each other without the masks. We saw the other half. The other half of people's faces. The other half of our class. The other half of Northwest."Now, that was a breath of fresh air.
"We had more than a year of normalcy taken from us. When can we reclaim our high school experience? How 'bout now"
- Theme: "How 'Bout Now"
Advisers: Jim McCrossen, Kim White
Editors: Maggie Bunch, Liv Mahlios
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"We are finally back.
"We walked over the numbers '2022' painted in purple and black on the sidewalk as we entered through the front doors on Aug. 18 not knowing what to expect.
"Long gone are the days of hybrid and A or B days. No longer divided, we are now truly #ONENW.
"It was a year of firsts... or at least the first in two years.
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"This year we really saw each other without the masks. We saw the other half. The other half of people's faces. The other half of our class. The other half of Northwest."Now, that was a breath of fresh air.
"We had more than a year of normalcy taken from us. When can we reclaim our high school experience? How 'bout now"
- Theme: "Can You Feel It"
Adviser: Dow Tate
Editors: Alexandra Manning, Bridget Epstein, Hannah Taylor
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"Can you hear it
"Under the September heat, people dressed as giraffes, zebras and flamingos surrounded you from every direction. You heard the mayor declare your town as Lancer Village. The deafening cheers from the student body. It all confirmed our status as Lancer Zoo. The best day of the year had finally returned - Lancer Day.
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"Can you feel it"Linked arms of assistant principals and teacher chaperones collectively held the student body back for the last two seconds. But when the buzzer sounded, it wasn't enough to stop us from storming the basketball court after our win against Rockhurst. Like a stampede, we trampled each other to get to the center of the gym. The atmosphere was nothing like you had ever experienced. You couldn't hear anything but the screams of victory, or see anything else but the students celebrating the biggest game of the year.
"This is East."
- Theme: "Can You Feel It"
Adviser: Dow Tate
Editors: Alexandra Manning, Bridget Epstein, Hannah Taylor
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"Can you hear it
"Under the September heat, people dressed as giraffes, zebras and flamingos surrounded you from every direction. You heard the mayor declare your town as Lancer Village. The deafening cheers from the student body. It all confirmed our status as Lancer Zoo. The best day of the year had finally returned - Lancer Day.
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"Can you feel it"Linked arms of assistant principals and teacher chaperones collectively held the student body back for the last two seconds. But when the buzzer sounded, it wasn't enough to stop us from storming the basketball court after our win against Rockhurst. Like a stampede, we trampled each other to get to the center of the gym. The atmosphere was nothing like you had ever experienced. You couldn't hear anything but the screams of victory, or see anything else but the students celebrating the biggest game of the year.
"This is East."
- Theme: "So Many Questions Still Finding Our Answers"
Adviser: Carly Gates
Editors: Kamryn Bailey, Emma Kutcher
Walsworth representative: Veronika Levine - CJEIn their own words:
"'Will things get back to normal'
"Theatre freshman Kirra Bevilaqua auditioned in her eighth grade year through a virtual stage on her computer screen.
"'Will I fit in?'
"Her worries faded after finding a new family during the struggles of heat and rope burn in a game of tug-of-war at the annual ITS picnic.
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"'How can I dance with just my eyes?'"Dance senior Tori Gilbert ecarte derrieres under the stage lights in Meyer Hall for what feels like the hundreth time. Even though she may hesitate on the next step, she'll still decide to take it.
"She will still search for answers in a year full of uncertainty, and adapt to what she learns in the process."
- Theme: "So Many Questions Still Finding Our Answers"
Adviser: Carly Gates
Editors: Kamryn Bailey, Emma Kutcher
Walsworth representative: Veronika Levine - CJEIn their own words:
"'Will things get back to normal'
"Theatre freshman Kirra Bevilaqua auditioned in her eighth grade year through a virtual stage on her computer screen.
"'Will I fit in?'
"Her worries faded after finding a new family during the struggles of heat and rope burn in a game of tug-of-war at the annual ITS picnic.
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"'How can I dance with just my eyes?'"Dance senior Tori Gilbert ecarte derrieres under the stage lights in Meyer Hall for what feels like the hundreth time. Even though she may hesitate on the next step, she'll still decide to take it.
"She will still search for answers in a year full of uncertainty, and adapt to what she learns in the process."
- Theme: "This is Happening"
Adviser: Laurel Wicke
Editor: Caitlyn Nguyen
Walsworth representative: Andrew RossIn their own words:
"This is our now. It's our moment to shine; our second chance; our big comeback.
"After all, we've been waiting.
"Maybe we'll get it right, because this is happening."
- Theme: "This is Happening"
Adviser: Laurel Wicke
Editor: Caitlyn Nguyen
Walsworth representative: Andrew RossIn their own words:
"This is our now. It's our moment to shine; our second chance; our big comeback.
"After all, we've been waiting.
"Maybe we'll get it right, because this is happening."
- Theme: "Lost/Found"
Adviser: Susan McNulty
Editors: Cate Miller, Kole Kemple
Walsworth representative: Sabrina Schmitz - CJEIn their own words:
"After spending the last two school years jumping through hoops just to find a small sense of normalcy, what once was normal, is now foreign
"As old traditions begin to mix back in with new ones, we can't help but feel lost
"Procedures may have changed but the one thing we never lost is our Mustang spirit
"As guidelines are lifted, and we update our routines, our school's new identity is finally found."
- Theme: "Lost/Found"
Adviser: Susan McNulty
Editors: Cate Miller, Kole Kemple
Walsworth representative: Sabrina Schmitz - CJEIn their own words:
"After spending the last two school years jumping through hoops just to find a small sense of normalcy, what once was normal, is now foreign
"As old traditions begin to mix back in with new ones, we can't help but feel lost
"Procedures may have changed but the one thing we never lost is our Mustang spirit
"As guidelines are lifted, and we update our routines, our school's new identity is finally found."
- Theme: "So Much Has Changed"
Adviser: Becky Tate - CJE
Editor: Carlos Mata
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"Through your four years at Shawnee Mission North, from the time you walked through the crowd of students during Freshman First Day, to the moment you heard your name on the graduation stage, you were changing, even if you didn't realize it.
"You went from asking for rides to the Homecoming Football game to searching for a spot in the West parking lot to avoid the new weight room construction blocking the Fieldhouse parking lot.
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"Shawnee Mission Rural, Shawnee Mission and Shawnee Mission North High School. Each one of these names stood for something different, a unique stage in Shawnee Mission North's evolution."Through it all, it had seen five major expansions, 18 building principals, two mascots, a civil rights movement, a world war, four military conflicts, a pandemic and nearly 150,000 students calling the Brickhouse their home. It's easy to see so much has changed. But has it?"
- Theme: "So Much Has Changed"
Adviser: Becky Tate - CJE
Editor: Carlos Mata
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"Through your four years at Shawnee Mission North, from the time you walked through the crowd of students during Freshman First Day, to the moment you heard your name on the graduation stage, you were changing, even if you didn't realize it.
"You went from asking for rides to the Homecoming Football game to searching for a spot in the West parking lot to avoid the new weight room construction blocking the Fieldhouse parking lot.
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"Shawnee Mission Rural, Shawnee Mission and Shawnee Mission North High School. Each one of these names stood for something different, a unique stage in Shawnee Mission North's evolution."Through it all, it had seen five major expansions, 18 building principals, two mascots, a civil rights movement, a world war, four military conflicts, a pandemic and nearly 150,000 students calling the Brickhouse their home. It's easy to see so much has changed. But has it?"
- Theme: "We Hadn't Thought About It Like That"
Adviser: Bridgette Norris
Editors: Brooke Evans, Angelina Galletti
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"Over the summer, we didn't think about the crowded hallways or how long it took to get to the 1000 building for first period.
"We totally forgot about the line at Starbucks in the morning and how early we had to wake up or the Math Club.
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"We didn't get a senior snake every Friday, but when we finally did, we rallied even louder for our cheerleaders and drumline."We had a tough time learning the structure of compounds in chemistry, but we got Crumbl after school to cheer us up. See, sometimes we just have to look at the bigger picture."
- Theme: "We Hadn't Thought About It Like That"
Adviser: Bridgette Norris
Editors: Brooke Evans, Angelina Galletti
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"Over the summer, we didn't think about the crowded hallways or how long it took to get to the 1000 building for first period.
"We totally forgot about the line at Starbucks in the morning and how early we had to wake up or the Math Club.
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"We didn't get a senior snake every Friday, but when we finally did, we rallied even louder for our cheerleaders and drumline."We had a tough time learning the structure of compounds in chemistry, but we got Crumbl after school to cheer us up. See, sometimes we just have to look at the bigger picture."
- Theme: "Right Now, Right Here."
Adviser: Ronna Sparks-Woodward - MJE
Editors: Audrey Culver, Kate Grundy
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"It's the little things that we seem to miss in the midst of it all. The conversations that happen when all of the girls are getting their hair braided that'll never leave the locker room. The text messages quietly sent across the classroom after that stressful chem test. It's okay, stoichiometry isn't everyone's jam.
"It's the little grudge we hold against the person that cuts us off trying to get out of the parking lots, but that soon we forget about because we put Donda on shuffle.
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"Those runs to Target because even though we lived in a big town, our indecisiveness left us with only the usual options."This is what it's all about, it's right in front of us. Don't you see?"
- Theme: "Right Now, Right Here."
Adviser: Ronna Sparks-Woodward - MJE
Editors: Audrey Culver, Kate Grundy
Walsworth representative: John KelleyIn their own words:
"It's the little things that we seem to miss in the midst of it all. The conversations that happen when all of the girls are getting their hair braided that'll never leave the locker room. The text messages quietly sent across the classroom after that stressful chem test. It's okay, stoichiometry isn't everyone's jam.
"It's the little grudge we hold against the person that cuts us off trying to get out of the parking lots, but that soon we forget about because we put Donda on shuffle.
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"Those runs to Target because even though we lived in a big town, our indecisiveness left us with only the usual options."This is what it's all about, it's right in front of us. Don't you see?"
- Theme: "A Little Bit Extra"
Adviser: Tiffany Kopcak - CJE
Editors: Marissa Hamlett and Brian Guan
Walsworth representatives: Brian and Shelby FlammIn their own words:
"Extra confusion about the new schedule. Extra hyped about the Green Wall being back. Extra sad when homecoming was canceled.
"We had the joy of Simeon Omorodion's morning greetings to anyone and everyone, and the comfort of friends and teachers consoling us when the overwhelmingness of it all drove us to tears in the hallway.
"Together again, we were there for one another through good and bad, helping collect turkeys for the annual Turkey Drive, playing D&D in the library before watching 'She Kills Monsters,' and cheering until our voices vanished as games went into overtime.
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"We tried out for basketball, knowing our chances were slim. We attended tutoring to boost our GPA for that dream-college admission;"We were not afraid to be a little extra"
- Theme: "A Little Bit Extra"
Adviser: Tiffany Kopcak - CJE
Editors: Marissa Hamlett and Brian Guan
Walsworth representatives: Brian and Shelby FlammIn their own words:
"Extra confusion about the new schedule. Extra hyped about the Green Wall being back. Extra sad when homecoming was canceled.
"We had the joy of Simeon Omorodion's morning greetings to anyone and everyone, and the comfort of friends and teachers consoling us when the overwhelmingness of it all drove us to tears in the hallway.
"Together again, we were there for one another through good and bad, helping collect turkeys for the annual Turkey Drive, playing D&D in the library before watching 'She Kills Monsters,' and cheering until our voices vanished as games went into overtime.
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"We tried out for basketball, knowing our chances were slim. We attended tutoring to boost our GPA for that dream-college admission;"We were not afraid to be a little extra"
- Theme: "Black White Red All Over"
Advisers: Leland Mallett - CJE, and Rachel Dearinger
Editors: Davis Eidson, Zeina Halili, Landri Hargrove, Maija Miller
Walsworth representative: Jill Chittum - MJEIn their own words:
"As we walked through the doors Aug. 18, we all hoped to overcome the lingering effects of COVID. We anticipated a 'normal' year. We smiled as we saw friends in the halls. We dusted off our cowbells for the football games. We endured late nights to finish assignments due at 11:59 p.m. on Canvas. We laughed at corny jokes with friends while eating our free lunch. We wore colors of red, white and black, and finally, we were all over - back together, back on the field, back in the halls and ready to do all the things again."
- Theme: "Black White Red All Over"
Advisers: Leland Mallett - CJE, and Rachel Dearinger
Editors: Davis Eidson, Zeina Halili, Landri Hargrove, Maija Miller
Walsworth representative: Jill Chittum - MJEIn their own words:
"As we walked through the doors Aug. 18, we all hoped to overcome the lingering effects of COVID. We anticipated a 'normal' year. We smiled as we saw friends in the halls. We dusted off our cowbells for the football games. We endured late nights to finish assignments due at 11:59 p.m. on Canvas. We laughed at corny jokes with friends while eating our free lunch. We wore colors of red, white and black, and finally, we were all over - back together, back on the field, back in the halls and ready to do all the things again."
- Theme: "Listen Up"
Adviser: Emily Pyeatt Arnold - CJE
Editors: Ava Bathurst, Faith Emmitte
Walsworth representative: Jill Chittum - MJEIn their own words:
"Hey! You heard the chants that echoed at Friday night football games.
"'Get loud, or go sit with your mom.' Have you ever listened to a better student section?
"You heard the shouts from the competitive ping pong matches in the cafeteria. 'I own the table.' So much for a quiet place to study.
"You heard the blare at the first outdoor homecoming dance. 'Mr. DJ, play Pitbull!'
"We've been there, done that. Did you catch all that? Good.
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"Whether you heard it or not, People listen to us."Stay loud. Tune in. We aren't asking. We're telling you. Listen up."
- Theme: "Listen Up"
Adviser: Emily Pyeatt Arnold - CJE
Editors: Ava Bathurst, Faith Emmitte
Walsworth representative: Jill Chittum - MJEIn their own words:
"Hey! You heard the chants that echoed at Friday night football games.
"'Get loud, or go sit with your mom.' Have you ever listened to a better student section?
"You heard the shouts from the competitive ping pong matches in the cafeteria. 'I own the table.' So much for a quiet place to study.
"You heard the blare at the first outdoor homecoming dance. 'Mr. DJ, play Pitbull!'
"We've been there, done that. Did you catch all that? Good.
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"Whether you heard it or not, People listen to us."Stay loud. Tune in. We aren't asking. We're telling you. Listen up."
- Theme: "Here We Go (again)"
Adviser: Andrew Young - CJE
Editor: Kate Rogers
Walsworth representative: Jenny Whightsil - CJEIn their own words:
"You put last year behind you and walked in on the first day of school thinking things would be different, but you saw masks, some social distancing, and continued construction. And you probably thought, 'Here we go again.'
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"After an entire season of mask-wearing in the extreme heat during football games and missing out on volleyball or basketball games unless you were family, you finally got to pack out the student sections with themes and signs. You cheered on the Colts to a Conference Championship in Girls' Basketball and Volleyball, continuing the excellence in athletics... again.
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"Did you think it would be back to normal? It wasn't. Did you think it would be better than last year? It was.
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"Did we still dominate games and competitions and thrive in the classroom? Yes. Well, here we go again."- Theme: "Here We Go (again)"
Adviser: Andrew Young - CJE
Editor: Kate Rogers
Walsworth representative: Jenny Whightsil - CJEIn their own words:
"You put last year behind you and walked in on the first day of school thinking things would be different, but you saw masks, some social distancing, and continued construction. And you probably thought, 'Here we go again.'
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"After an entire season of mask-wearing in the extreme heat during football games and missing out on volleyball or basketball games unless you were family, you finally got to pack out the student sections with themes and signs. You cheered on the Colts to a Conference Championship in Girls' Basketball and Volleyball, continuing the excellence in athletics... again.
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"Did you think it would be back to normal? It wasn't. Did you think it would be better than last year? It was.
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"Did we still dominate games and competitions and thrive in the classroom? Yes. Well, here we go again."
- Theme: "Let's Try Again"
Adviser: Brit Taylor - CJE
Editors: Sarena Wilkerson, Lorelei Stillwell, Jayden Murray, Alexis Izaguirre
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"So, last year happened. Students and staff scattered across WebEx and eCampus, in constant isolation. Pencils and notebooks were replaced by Google Docs and laptops.
"Yeah, we may not have been ready for the new teachers or students, but the feeling of being back triumphed over any fear or awkwardness. We all wanted to start over, and we did.
"But now, we're back to math classes, eating in the cafeteria shoulder to shoulder, and yet, nothing was quite the same as before.
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"But it wasn't easy. Even getting dressed for school was harder than it should have been, but we did it. Packing our backpacks became a chore. Our attention spans for World History lessons and Algebra II homework needed a tune-up, but it got easier."No matter how hard it was, we were not going to miss another year. No matter what, it was going to be better. And when we tried again, it was."
- Theme: "Let's Try Again"
Adviser: Brit Taylor - CJE
Editors: Sarena Wilkerson, Lorelei Stillwell, Jayden Murray, Alexis Izaguirre
Walsworth representative: Tracy de la Feuilliez - CJEIn their own words:
"So, last year happened. Students and staff scattered across WebEx and eCampus, in constant isolation. Pencils and notebooks were replaced by Google Docs and laptops.
"Yeah, we may not have been ready for the new teachers or students, but the feeling of being back triumphed over any fear or awkwardness. We all wanted to start over, and we did.
"But now, we're back to math classes, eating in the cafeteria shoulder to shoulder, and yet, nothing was quite the same as before.
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"But it wasn't easy. Even getting dressed for school was harder than it should have been, but we did it. Packing our backpacks became a chore. Our attention spans for World History lessons and Algebra II homework needed a tune-up, but it got easier."No matter how hard it was, we were not going to miss another year. No matter what, it was going to be better. And when we tried again, it was."
- Theme: "Lemme Tell You."
Adviser: Christina Porcelli
Editors: Eleanor Kim, Addison Gear, Addison Kriz, Maddie Miller, Lauren Clark, Kate Frier, Libby Gough
Walsworth representative: Sabrina Schmitz - CJEIn their own words:
"Lemme tell you about this year.
"Things are finally gettin' back to normal post-COVID.
"We are back to doing what we know and what we are best at. Are you ready to hear this?
"We did not let the location change of our first home football game of the year stop us. When Chamberlain High School had to cancel due to COVID reasons, our players did not deter. They showed up and showed out, ready to play their new opponents, TBT.
"The rush was still brought in the student section, and it set a precedent for all Friday nights to follow."
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"Even though our Homecoming was pushed back this year, E-Board members, with the help of Teresa Cozzi (Math), still planned out all the details. The Winter Wonderland-themed Homecoming was a success. Who would've thought the make-shift parking lot venue would be the perfect dance floor?"So much has happened this year, so lemme tell you about it."
- Theme: "Lemme Tell You."
Adviser: Christina Porcelli
Editors: Eleanor Kim, Addison Gear, Addison Kriz, Maddie Miller, Lauren Clark, Kate Frier, Libby Gough
Walsworth representative: Sabrina Schmitz - CJEIn their own words:
"Lemme tell you about this year.
"Things are finally gettin' back to normal post-COVID.
"We are back to doing what we know and what we are best at. Are you ready to hear this?
"We did not let the location change of our first home football game of the year stop us. When Chamberlain High School had to cancel due to COVID reasons, our players did not deter. They showed up and showed out, ready to play their new opponents, TBT.
"The rush was still brought in the student section, and it set a precedent for all Friday nights to follow."
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"Even though our Homecoming was pushed back this year, E-Board members, with the help of Teresa Cozzi (Math), still planned out all the details. The Winter Wonderland-themed Homecoming was a success. Who would've thought the make-shift parking lot venue would be the perfect dance floor?"So much has happened this year, so lemme tell you about it."
