Spring Play off to great start
January 25, 2012 • Anna Shippy, Online Editor
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With students finally getting into the routine of spring semester, many are excited for the array of extracurricular activities that go along with the spring atmosphere. One of those is the annual Spring Play. This year students will act out “Virgil’s Family Reunion” and “Town Council.” “We... Read more »
Chamber singers perform with director’s colleague
January 19, 2012 • Dustin Mulkey, Staff Reporter
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Since Martin Luther King, Jr. day just passed, the “Salute to Martin Luther King, Jr.” concert took place on Jan. 13 at the First United Methodist Church. The concert began at 7:30 p.m. and two high school choirs performed: Chamber Singers and the Staley High School Chamber Choir from the Kansas... Read more »
Prom organization meeting to be held for parents
January 18, 2012 • Delphine Burns, Staff Reporter
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As spring semester begins, so does the planning for the dance long-awaited by many high school students. Students on the prom committee are beginning their preparations as April approaches. Although the organization of the dance has already commenced, there are still upcoming opportunities for students... Read more »
Shrine Bowl roster released
January 17, 2012 • Anna Shippy, Online Editor
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The Kansas Shrine Bowl roster was recently released, with two nominations from Hays High. Senior Zach Binder will play for the West and Head football coach Ryan Cornelsen will be an assistant coach. Athletic Director Clint Albers further explained the Shrine Bowl. “The Shrine Bowl is a game held in... Read more »
Indian Call Candidates
January 12, 2012 • Erica Staab, Co-Editor-in-Chief
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The buzzer sounds in the noisy gym as the basketball players shake hands and slowly make their way off the court. Taking their places, are ten seniors all dressed up in long gowns and shirts and ties. This isn’t any basketball game, but event of the season. The scene described above is one that will... Read more »
Spring concurrent credit enrollment
January 10, 2012 • Olivia Zody, Staff Reporter
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On Wednesday, January 11, Fort Hays State University and Barton County Community College will be in the Lecture Hall from noon until 5:30 p.m. for enrollment and tuition payment for spring semester concurrent credit courses. Juniors and seniors can choose from a variety of classes offered by both Barton... Read more »
Snow day delights students
December 20, 2011 • Anna Shippy, Online Editor
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As winter approaches, students get excited as the possibility for snow brings about the possibility of a snow day. Today was one of those days. According to The Weather Channel, the night forecast for Dec. 19 called for 12-16 inches of snow, much of had already begun to fall Monday afternoon. As the... Read more »
Sophomore Lyle Russell drives tractor to school
December 14, 2011 • Anna Shippy, Online Editor
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Cars, trucks and vans are all common vehicles seen in the student parking lot. However, sophomore Lyle Russell decided to put a spin on the average mode of transportation. “I drove it for a Computer Apps project,” Russell said. “Last night we took it to Cervs and washed it and then parked it at... Read more »
Hays Help Project (click for video)
December 14, 2011 • Olivia Zody, Multimedia editor
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Every year, the Hays High Holiday Help Project helps families in need have a better holiday. The project has been going on for many years. However, four years ago, National Honor Society (NHS) took over the leadership role of the project. It has become the main service project for NHS. According the... Read more »
DECA candy cane sales
December 14, 2011 • Anna Shippy, Online Editor
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This year, DECA has started a new activity of Secret Santa candy cane sales. Candy canes can be purchased for 1 for $1 or 3 for $2. Students can buy them outside the cafeteria during lunch or via email at 13cmiller@usd489.com. “The candy canes will be sold through Dec. 13,” junior Jenna Ball said. Sponsor... Read more »
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