Struggles of the economic superpowers
February 29, 2012 • Hannah Johnson
As most people in the United States know, the United States economy isn’t doing very well. Some people even consider the 2009 recession and its prolonged effect a detrimental economic disaster. However, the United States isn’t the only country having economic problems. The country of Greece has been... Read more »
Teacher Honored
November 16, 2011 • Kellen Whittman
Shawnee Heights High School teacher Stacie Borjon has been honored for several awards this year. She is a state finalist for the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching (PAEMST), a Semi-Finalist for the Kansas Region 2 Teacher of the Year, and Most Inspirational teacher... Read more »
Once a T-Bird, always a T-Bird
April 29, 2011 • Andy Hecker, Senior Sports Editor
Back in the day in 1982, a young math teacher, now named Sallie McGlinn, started her career as a T-Bird. Now in 2011 she will end her career as a T-Bird, proving the point, once a T-Bird, always a T-Bird. After 29 years McGlinn will retire and become a part-time teacher. McGlinn has always taught math... Read more »
Pennies for life
April 20, 2011 • Shelby Perez
Penny Wars may seem like a thing of the past and remind one of elementary school, but not this year. Student Council is taking the lead in collecting pennies for leukemia. “It’s a fun way for kids to be able to donate money for a good cause,” seniors Brooke Schultz said. The rules of the penny... Read more »
New lunch schedule
March 16, 2011 • Brooke Schultz
Lunch is every student’s favorite part of the day, but starting March 14 it will be changing. A new lunch schedule will be implemented as a test for an official change in when classes leave for lunch. The new lunch schedule will consist of three different lunch periods. The school will be grouped into... Read more »
TTA Pancake Feed
March 3, 2011
The group Teens Taking Action which was started by Shawnee Heights Students will be holding a Pancake Feed Saturday, March 12th. Come out and enjoy the pancakes, sausage, fruit, and drinks. Tickets are $4 for adults 13 & up and Seniors 55+, and children under 12 are $3. At the feed they will collect... Read more »
Collecting cell phones for Model UN
February 9, 2011 • Lauren Lenahan
Many students received new cell phones over the holidays, but they never know what to do with the old ones. This year however Shawnee Heights students and staff can donate their old cell phones to Model UN. On Jan. 5, 6, and 7, Model UN representatives were in the cafeteria during lunch to pick up the... Read more »
What is a “suitable” education?
January 28, 2011 • Dr. Martin Stessman
I know the typical high school student doesn’t pay much attention to what is happening at his or her national, state, or local level of government. But I am asking you to lift your heads above the wheat fields and pay attention for a minute. If you plan to return to school next year or ever have children... Read more »
Awards in the arts
May 25, 2010 • Lindsay Dahl
Three students were recognized for their creative talent on Friday, May 7th for the 16th annual Young Artist of the Year Award Ceremony. The ceremony specifically recognizes high school seniors in Shawnee County with artistic talent, including musical, visual, and technical arts. Juniors Louie Cortez... Read more »
Teachers of the month
May 18, 2010 • Chelsie Slaughter
Renaissance Club votes on teachers of the month. These teachers do things that are noticed and awarded for their contributions. In February two coaches won this award. Science teacher Kerry Kapfer has coached for 27 years, and science teacher... Read more »