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New Student Body President Wants More Involvement
New Student Body President Wants More Involvement
Photo Courtesy of Jill Jackson
Falcons Fly High In Animatronic Bird Challenge
senior Ali Schulz with her For Real Baby
For Real, Parenting Is Hard
Lead In Schools Water: NKCSD Taking Action
Lead In School’s Water: NKCSD Taking Action
Focusing on the game, seniors James Taylor, Jeremiah Taylor and freshman Elijah Smith play “Valorant” during practice Feb. 1. Practices involved playing two different matches of “Valorant” in preparation for competitions. “One of my hobbies is playing video games,” Smith said. “So it’s fun to do it at school and meet new people.”
eSports Team Wraps Up First Season As Emerging Sport
Photos courtesy of Ella Maher
Home Is Where You Park It: Senior Plans To Travel, Stay In Van
Thrower senior Katy Taylor competes at districts, earning the district championship May 11. She is set to compete at state May 24 and 25.
Freshmen Athletes Can Start Preparing For College Recruitment Now
Junior Carlie Redd dances at the Sept. 8 football game against Lees Summit North High School.
Junior’s Been Dancing Through Life Since Preschool
Senior yearbook distribution at the senior barbecue May 9
Students Get Yearbooks Before Summer Break For First Time
GOALS Teacher Tracey Wasinger with seniors Diego Datica and Abigail Vejrosta at the end of the school day May 21
Teacher Works To Be Voice For Kids
Freeze Dried Candy: Crunchy, Airy
Freeze Dried Candy: Crunchy, Airy
The Weight Of College
The Weight Of College
Chuckys TV Show A Killer Series
Chucky’s TV Show ‘A Killer Series’
Review: New Fast Food Items Hit Menus
Review: New Fast Food Items Hit Menus
Civil War: Flawed But Beautiful
‘Civil War’: Flawed But Beautiful
Thrower senior Katy Taylor competes at districts, earning the district championship May 11. She is set to compete at state May 24 and 25.
Freshmen Athletes Can Start Preparing For College Recruitment Now
Junior Carlie Redd dances at the Sept. 8 football game against Lees Summit North High School.
Junior’s Been Dancing Through Life Since Preschool
At the state track and state meet May 25, R.J. Collins earned the Class 5 Boys state Championship in the 200m dash with a record time of 21.23. He ran a 10.56 and took 3rd in the 100m dash. Shane Smith took 6th in the 200m dash, finishing off the weekend as a medalist in the 200m, 400m and the 4x200m. Smith placed 6th in the 400m with a time of 49.27. The boys 4x200 relay of Shafer, Smith, Freudenburg and Collins took third, running a 1:26:67. On May 24, Katy Taylor earned the Class 5 Girls Discus State Championship with a throw of 45.69m.
Taylor, Collins Win Track State Championships
Track and field state sendoff May 23
School Cheers Track & Field Team To State
The new head baseball coach for the 24-25 season, Dionandre Josenberger, met with players today in the PAC during WIN Time.
New Baseball Coach Shares Priorities For Team
Make Frosted Lemonade At Home
Make Frosted Lemonade At Home
Chuckys TV Show A Killer Series
Chucky’s TV Show ‘A Killer Series’
Civil War: Flawed But Beautiful
‘Civil War’: Flawed But Beautiful
Best Dressed: Shane Taylor, Science
Superlatives, Teachers’ Version
Starbucks
Debate Brews Over Dutch Bros, Starbucks
At the state track and state meet May 25, R.J. Collins earned the Class 5 Boys state Championship in the 200m dash with a record time of 21.23. He ran a 10.56 and took 3rd in the 100m dash. Shane Smith took 6th in the 200m dash, finishing off the weekend as a medalist in the 200m, 400m and the 4x200m. Smith placed 6th in the 400m with a time of 49.27. The boys 4x200 relay of Shafer, Smith, Freudenburg and Collins took third, running a 1:26:67. On May 24, Katy Taylor earned the Class 5 Girls Discus State Championship with a throw of 45.69m.
Taylor, Collins Win Track State Championships
The DIT Creative Design 3 class held the first annual Art Garden May 22 in the SEC. The Art Garden showcased the different works of each student and allowed them to sell their work.
Art Garden Showcases Student Work
Track and field state sendoff May 23
School Cheers Track & Field Team To State
Photo Courtesy of Jill Jackson
Falcons Fly High In Animatronic Bird Challenge
Bucks Classes Play Kickball
Buck’s Classes Play Kickball
Whats Your Favorite Summer Song?
What’s Your Favorite Summer Song?
Make Frosted Lemonade At Home
Make Frosted Lemonade At Home
Would You Rather: Summer Edition
Would You Rather: Summer Edition
Extreme Summer Workout: Getting Ready For Free Gym Membership
Extreme Summer Workout: Getting Ready For Free Gym Membership
Review: New Fast Food Items Hit Menus
Review: New Fast Food Items Hit Menus
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Elyse is a senior this year and it is her second year on staff. She is involved in NHS and NEHS. She is an Editor-In-Chief of Staleynews.com and a Copy Editor. She enjoys going on walks with her dogs, running, and reading. Elyse loves Disney, bookstores, and Tic Tacs. Her favorite thing about being on staff is telling stories that are meaningful and learning things she wouldn’t have known otherwise.

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Staley Originals: 15 Stick Around For Year 15

Staley Originals: 15 Stick Around For Year 15

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German Program Says Auf Weidersehen

German Program Says Auf Weidersehen

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Former Campus Supervisor Becomes Teachers Assistant

Former Campus Supervisor Becomes Teacher’s Assistant

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Senior Brandon Kelly stands next to his Eagle Scout project.

Boy Scout Earns Eagle Scout Award

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Spanish teacher Chris Carey, Ed.D., is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Chris Carey

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Administrative assistant Kate Strahl is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Kate Strahl

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Spanish teacher Anna Maki-Birchler is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Anna Maki-Birchler

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Art teacher Chelle Cox is one of the last 15.

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Coach David Wilson speaks to his players in the 3-1 win against Park Hill High School April 3.

15 Here For 15

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Business teacher Kelly Rule is one of the last 15.

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Counselor James McNeely is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: James McNeely

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Science teacher Shane Taylor is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Shane Taylor

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Gifted teacher Carol Toney is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Carol Toney

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Staley Original: Jeanine Felten

Staley Original: Jeanine Felten

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Staley Original: Cherie Burgett

Staley Original: Cherie Burgett

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Math teacher Kristina Francis is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Kristina Francis

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Science teacher Andrea Holmes is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Andrea Holmes

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Social studies teacher Bob Buck, J.D., is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Bob Buck

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In year 15 of the school being open, there are 15 original staff members left. Choir teacher Tracy Resseguie is one of the last 15.

Staley Original: Tracy Resseguie

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Coach David Wilson talks to sophomore Brody Irlbeck during the 3-1 win against Park Hill High School April 3.

Staley Original: David Wilson

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Front Row: Keira Thomas, 10; Mia Sollars, 11; Isabella Cascone, 12; Savannah Leiby, 12; Taylar Thomas, 11; Sarah Tarpley, 10 Back Row: Blair McCammon, 9; Carlie Redd, 10; Kenzie Cornett, 10; Lyla Reeves, 9; Mimi Palmentere, 10; Ella Pauk, 10

Dance Team Places At Competition

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System Update: District Enforces New Cell Phone Policy

System Update: District Enforces New Cell Phone Policy

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Experiences, Interests Guide Research Topic Choices

Experiences, Interests Guide Research Topic Choices

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Pumpkin Inflatable: Caroline Ray, 12

Falcons Dress For Halloween

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Senior Jessica Millinder is escorted by her family.

[Photo] Senior Cheerleaders Honored Under Friday Night Lights

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English teacher McKay Lannigan pins Rays crown as other candidates and their banner holders cheer.

Caroline Ray Crowned Homecoming Queen

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Ximenia Arnau

[Photo] Homecoming ’22: Meet The Queen Candidates

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Sophomore Katy Taylor claps as her dad, coach Shane Taylor addresses his athletes at the Track and Field banquet May 10.

Taylor Makes It To State With Dad As Coach

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Nikki Johnson, 12

Internship Cements Student’s Law Enforcement Aspirations

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During the quarterfinal game March 5, seniors Alex Gonzalez, Drew Atkins and Jackson Scott cheer for the basketball team as Scott and Atkins hold up a Fathead of senior Brogan Donaldson. The Fatheads were designed by student section leader Tommy Martin’s mom. “She knows them, and she’s always kind of known them, so she created those signs as a joke,” Scott said.

Coach Neff Appreciates ‘Sixth Man’

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Measuring a part with robotics coach Aaron Dalton, sophomore Luke Freyermuth observes the measurements. Freyermuth said that while creating a robot is a positive experience overall, it does require a time commitment. “It’s rewarding to complete a robot,” Freyermuth said. “It’s also a lot of work. You have to design it, build it, overcome any design challenges you might encounter.”

Millennium Falcons Work To Build Robot

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100 Wins: Milestone Reached

100 Wins: Milestone Reached

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Hyped TikTok Books: Worth The Read?

Hyped TikTok Books: Worth The Read?

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Performing with the Emeralds at the Homecoming game against North Kansas City High School Sept. 24, senior Sofia Cascone and junior Isabella Cascone shake their pom-poms. The Cascones have danced as a duo for 15 years, but their time will be coming to a close as Sofia graduates. “I’m going to be really sad,” Isabella said. “It’s something we’ve been able to do together and share a passion together.

Sisters Reflect On Years Competing Together

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Camera Roll Exposure: Whats Your Last Photo?

Camera Roll Exposure: What’s Your Last Photo?

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In the Falcon Fieldhouse during the wrestling duel against Kearney High School, junior Jack Stoffel goes for a pin on his opponent in Dec. 9. Duels provide an environment with different lighting and setup as compared to a normal meet. “It’s really awesome,” Stoffel said. “Especially when we’re at home, it has a big team aspect. We are all cheering each other on and it’s really energetic and fun.”

Athletes Grow Up In Wrestling Program

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At Northland Career Center Dec. 18, students in the Aviation Technology department observe an airplane before starting to work on it.

Off Campus Programs Offer Professional Skills

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Clemens: If Cases Go Up, Mask Policy May Change

Clemens: If Cases Go Up, Mask Policy May Change

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The cast of Grease rehearses choreography for the show. Many hours of practice were put in at rehearsals. Were working together as a team really well and were all helping each other, senior Katie Holloway said. 

Overcoming Challenges, Cast Preps For ‘Grease’

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