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Hofman runs the marathon portion of an Ironman in Antarctica.
Limitations are Perceptions
A climate change protester is arrested during a blockade of the Berlin airport.
A Cry For Help
Tacos 4 Lifes modern and colorful interior.
Taco Time
A package of cigarettes from Auckland, NZ
Taboo Tobacco
Elmo high-fives orphans in Okinawa, Japan, representing the global impact of the popular childrens show.
New Year, New Muppet
Photo of down town Nashville at night.
Vacation Destinations
This Mothers Day gift consists of a bag, shoes and self-care items. Photo by Cailey Blackmer
Mom Appreciation
Stellar Stories
Stellar Stories
Sprouting St. Louis
Sprouting St. Louis
Minimalistic nightstand decor along with a simple wall art print.
Muted Minimalistic Decor
iPhone 12
DIY Tech
True Review
True Review
Musk rolls his eyes, much akin to what some are doing after he tweets.
Inside Elon’s Mind
This is a toy recreation of the Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader lightsaber duel as depicted on the original Star Wars: Return of the Jedi movie poster.
Preserving the Jedi
Rare Recreation
Rare Recreation
What Sport Matches Your Personality?
Actor Keanu Reeves poses.
Which Keanu Reeves movie character are you?
Illustration by Addison Jett
What Halloween Costume Fits You?
What FZW Teacher are you?
What Netflix Show Would You Be In?
Visionary Valdez
Visionary Valdez
STARS dance team about to perform at a football game.
Shining STARS
Students write to express themselves and their creativity.
Poetic Pupils
Mindful Moments
Mindful Moments
Tips for the Test
Hosack showing off his alternative fashion.
Ethan Hosack
Deane playfully poses for pictures for social media.
Jessie Deane
Lizzie creates necklaces and bracelets using a metal stamping method.
Divine Application
Junior Joseph Hamill doing a kickflip at Westhoff skate park while wearing his go-to outfit.
Joey Hamill
The Palaniappan Effect
The Palaniappan Effect
The Ladder
The Ladder
Kamille Johnson
Kamille Johnson
Bleach
Bleach
Make Good Choices
Make Good Choices
Missing Traits
Missing Traits
Mr. Jaguar Poll 2021
The Event of the Season
The Event of the Season
Mr. Jaguar Poll
Mr. Jaguar Poll
Senior Kenneth Hillen and Matthew Armstrong after Hillen gave Armstrong the Mr. Jaguar Crown.
Passing on the Crown
Full recording of Mr. Jaguar 2019.
Mr. Jaguar 2019
Quarterback Malik Willis throwing a football at the NFL combine.
On the Field
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady prepares to pass against the Carolina Panthers in the last month of his career.
End of Tom’s Time
Betting on the Bowl
Betting on the Bowl
Shohei Ohtani is pitching for the Los Angeles Angels during a game against the Seattle Mariners in 2018.
Reward for the Record
Senior Gwen Marino cheering on.
Autumn Achievements
Abundance of Pressure
Abundance of Pressure
Presents and cards are some popular gifts for Valentines Day.
Loving the Love Holiday
Red white blue image with American Flag and Ballot Box for Voting.
Promoting Voting
The stamp of the MLB Logo on a baseball.
The Cruel Rule in Baseball
Thoughtful Therapy
Thoughtful Therapy
Week in the Life: The Dance Team
College Application Process
Winter Car Kit
Varsity Dance Team Bonding
Halloween Spirit Week
True Crime Burrito Ep. 2
The True Crime Burrito- Ep. 1
The “What” Podcast: Area 51 Pt.1
Veiwpoint is a podcast featuring students debating current political issues.
Viewpoint: Episode 2
Veiwpoint is a podcast featuring students debating current political issues.
Viewpoint: Episode 1

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STARS dance team about to perform at a football game.

Shining STARS

Grace Lafeber, Creative Director
March 3, 2022
The team celebrates after awards

Continuing the Legacy

Matthew Pecoraro, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2020
Pantsuits provide a blend between a masculine and feminine style.

Suit Up for Prom

Amanda Hofman, Staff Writer
April 16, 2019
This win was especially special for the 14 seniors on the team who had been hoping for a victory for years.

First Time Champions

Ella Brown, Staff Writer
March 4, 2019
The varsity dance team won first place at nationals in hip hop last year.

Returning Champs

Matthew Pecoraro, Staff Writer
February 1, 2019
Being a close-knit unit has always been a top priority for the team. This makes them feel like they perform better and are a better team overall. “I always try to talk to [my teammates] in a positive manner,” Webb said. “I don’t want to come off as rude or make them think that I am superior to them, so I think coming off as a teammate standpoint is the biggest way to motivate people and get them to stay positive rather than getting down on themselves and putting themselves in a bad place.”

Practice Makes Perfect

Lauren Seurer, Publications Student
January 22, 2019
The winter formal transformed into a casual event before it was scrapped in favor of a carnival.

Turning Back the Clock

Ella Brown, Staff Writer
November 8, 2018
A New Journey

A New Journey

Elle Skarzinski, Staff Writer
November 2, 2018
Hungry for domination after their loss as juniors, the seniors finally took home the win. “It’s a very bitter-sweet feeling,” senior Sydney Ivie said. “I loved both of my powderpuff experiences and wish I could play again next year.”

Rough, Tough and Powderpuff

Ella Brown, Staff Writer
October 29, 2018
A Journey of Dance

A Journey of Dance

Kamy Smelser, Co-Creative Director
September 6, 2018
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