From One Falcon to Another
Alexa Schulte, StaleyNews Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2018
A gift from the class of 2017, the Falcon’s Nest is a place for juniors and seniors to study in a quiet, comfortable place. “It’s an area that some alumni had a vision for. It’s a really nice area that has a lot of possibility,” said assistant principal Kevin Kooi. In the future, Kooi...
Takahashi Becomes American
Alexa Schulte, StaleyNews Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2018
Moving to the United States at 4 months old was Manabu Takahashi, one of the art teachers. His parents moved to the United States from Japan for his dad’s job, relocating to St. Louis. “My parents were actually living in the United States before I was born, but they took me home to Japan because...
Too Many Cars, Not Enough Space
Jack Warner, Staff
May 23, 2018
The large lot of asphalt that student’s cars call home for the seven-plus hours that students are in school is a big topic of conversation. From the high velocity of the vehicles once the bell rings at 2:30 p.m. to the very limited space, students have expressed strong opinions...
You’re My ‘Bro-Model’
Alexa Schulte, Staff
May 17, 2018
Growing up in a family of six, brothers Carson and Mason Gates played on the same high-school tennis team for the first time this season. In previous years, Carson played high-school tennis with his older brother Ethan Gates, who graduated in 2017. “I enjoy being on...
Our Planet Is Dying
March 14, 2018
Our Earth is sick. The planet is running a fever, and it's not coming down. Earth's temperature is rising, and climate change is real, whether you choose to believe it or not. There is proof all around us that the Earth's temperature is changing. Due to human activity, the Earth is gradually warming,...
#NationalWalkoutDay
Christopher Spry, Reporter
March 14, 2018
Students gathered together today for a schoolwide walkout in remembrance of the victims of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida, one month ago. The walkout lasted 17 minutes to honor the 17 victims who died in the shooting. During the walkout, a moment of sil...
Sadness and Regret
Emilie Kerr, Staff
January 5, 2018
Many teenagers look forward to getting their licenses when they turn 16. While there are known financial costs that come with driving, one sophomore has learned about the emotional costs as well. “We were just driving and listening to music,” sophomore...
Moving up and Moving out
December 20, 2017
For many seniors, the end of the semester means changing schedules to have easier classes and having one more semester until graduating. To senior Skyler Clark, it means beginning her life on her own. “I knew I was ready to move...
Dribbling into the Season
Paxton Donaldson, Staff
December 20, 2017
For the first time since 2008, varsity girls’ basketball started the season off 5-1 with a plan to make it a successful basketball season. A successful season, according to assistant coach, David Fowler, is being competitive throughout the season and ending with a district title. “I think we have...
Winter Wonderland
Alexa Schulte, Staff
December 19, 2017
Winter Wonderland was on Saturday, Dec. 9 and it has been an annual event put on by the Beta and Interact clubs for three years. Students in these clubs or those looking for community service hours volunteered by making holiday-themed carnival games for children to play. There was also a visit from Mrs....