Staley News

Fighting Through The Loss

Madison Brewer • June 9, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic brought about a hard time, and for sophomore Olivia Marcille, it was one of the lowest points of her life. Marcille lost her grandpa on Jan. 9, 2022, to COVID–19....

Wrestling With Work

Willow Wooldridge • June 9, 2023

Wrestling has been sophomore Merrik Murray's life; he has been wrestling since he was 6. He's achieved accomplishments such as placing second at districts and fourth at state...

The circus is a place full of excitement, captivating audiences of all ages with its acrobatics, daring feats and unforgettable performances. The idea of running away to join the circus may be seen as...

The First Few Notes

Rory Freyermuth • June 9, 2023

When senior Javier Carreon first picked up the trumpet for band in sixth grade, it wasn’t something he wanted to do. “I just never saw myself playing...

Everything To Lose

Brady Stark, Mason Baugh, Landyn Goldberg, Jackson Phelps, Marc Taduran, and Nathan VanDruff • April 24, 2023

After falling short of their Missouri state title hopes in the 2021-22' season, the Staley Falcons are back with seven returning seniors, three of which signing to Division 1 basketball programs. The #1...

Crafts Festival Held In Falcon Field House

Fallyn Kowalski, Editor-In-Chief, Writer • April 14, 2023

Wanting to give students a creative space outside of their classrooms, social studies teacher Kendall Benner and the Public Service and Communication Pathway students planned this year's...

Staley Originals: 15 Stick Around For Year 15

Elyse Bredfeldt • April 9, 2023

Since the school opened its doors in 2008, staff members have come and gone. However, despite the challenges that come with this profession, there are exactly 15 faculty members who have stuck around for the past 15 years.

German Program Says Auf Weidersehen

Elyse Bredfeldt, Writer, Copy Editor, Editor-In-Chief • March 17, 2023

The retirement of modern language teacher Beth Zobrist brings an end to parts of the German program with it. After this school year, German I and II will be solely available online, and upper-level...

Polarizing Proposals: Missouri Legislators Push Hot Button Issues

Brianne Tremper, Editor-In-Chief, Writer • March 16, 2023

The Missouri House of Representatives has been in the spotlight recently with decisions that some consider problematic. One of the most notable bills, “The Right to Bare Arms,” more officially...

Changing Demographics Bring New Student Unions

Fallyn Kowalski, Editor-In-Chief, Writer • March 16, 2023

As the student population grows, it continues to diversify. With almost 2,000 students, the school has seen more diversity in recent years. Assistant...