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New Nursing Program Provides Real-World Experience
New Nursing Program Provides Real-World Experience
Creative Design III students meet with Bell Prairie Elementary students Feb. 10.
So Long, RabbithOle: Art Classes Wrap Up Projects
Women's Empowerment Club 5K, April 26
New Club Leaders Share Future Plans
A sophomore shows off their ring.
Class Rings Tell Students’ Stories
Spanish Students Cowrite Bilingual Story With Bell Prairie Artists
Spanish Students Cowrite Bilingual Story With Bell Prairie Artists
Spanish teacher Christopher Carey speaks to a student.
Spanish Teacher Embarks On New Journey
Kristina Francis
More Than A Math Teacher: Francis Reflects On Career Of Connection, Growth
Art Teacher Bids Farewell: Celebrating A Legacy of Creativity, Care
Art Teacher Bids Farewell: Celebrating A Legacy of Creativity, Care
Turning Summers Into Life Lessons: Junior Learns From Grandpa's Craft
Turning Summers Into Life Lessons: Junior Learns From Grandpa’s Craft
Math teacher Allison Jones
A Daughter’s Journey: Teacher Learns To Cope After Losing Mother
Baseball played today against Liberty High School, winning 10-0. They are District Champs for the first time since 2019. They play next weekend in State Quarterfinals.
Varsity Baseball Team Has Historic Season
Food Review: Giovanni's Doesn't Miss
Food Review: Giovanni’s Doesn’t Miss
One-Minute Movie Review: 'Juror #2'
One-Minute Movie Review: ‘Juror #2’
'Sinners' Soars Beyond Expectations
‘Sinners’ Soars Beyond Expectations
Popular AI Trend Sparks Debates On Generative Art
Popular AI Trend Sparks Debates On Generative Art
Baseball played today against Liberty High School, winning 10-0. They are District Champs for the first time since 2019. They play next weekend in State Quarterfinals.
Varsity Baseball Team Has Historic Season
Varsity Baseball Earns 2nd Place At State
Varsity Baseball Earns 2nd Place At State
Baseball played today against Liberty High School, winning 10-0. They are District Champs for the first time since 2019. They play next weekend in State Quarterfinals.
District Champs: Baseball Team Shuts Out Liberty
The district champs varsity boys volleyball team's season ended tonight at home against Rockhurst High School. The final score was 0-3.
Boys Volleyball Season Ends
Varsity View: Girls Soccer Player Bella Leddick
Varsity View: Girls Soccer Player Bella Leddick
Varsity Baseball Earns 2nd Place At State
Varsity Baseball Earns 2nd Place At State
Baseball played today against Liberty High School, winning 10-0. They are District Champs for the first time since 2019. They play next weekend in State Quarterfinals.
District Champs: Baseball Team Shuts Out Liberty
The district champs varsity boys volleyball team's season ended tonight at home against Rockhurst High School. The final score was 0-3.
Boys Volleyball Season Ends
Teachers, Friends, Family Celebrate Noel Lynch's Last Day Of School
Teachers, Friends, Family Celebrate Noel Lynch’s Last Day Of School
Class of 2025 Commencement // By Trinity Bates
Class Of 2025 Graduation: Commencement Ceremony
Food Review: Giovanni's Doesn't Miss
Food Review: Giovanni’s Doesn’t Miss
One-Minute Movie Review: 'Juror #2'
One-Minute Movie Review: ‘Juror #2’
'Sinners' Soars Beyond Expectations
‘Sinners’ Soars Beyond Expectations
'Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!': Ellia Graduated, What's Next?
‘Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!’: Ellia Graduated, What’s Next?
Band Performs In D.C. Memorial Day Parade
Band Performs In D.C. Memorial Day Parade
'Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!': Ellia Graduated, What's Next?
‘Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!’: Ellia Graduated, What’s Next?
Varsity View: Girls Soccer Player Bella Leddick
Varsity View: Girls Soccer Player Bella Leddick
Varsity View: Baseball Player Roger Sielaff
Varsity View: Baseball Player Roger Sielaff
Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!: Will TikTok Be Banned?
Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!: Will TikTok Be Banned?
Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!: The Chamoy Pickle Episode
Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!: The Chamoy Pickle Episode
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Makenzie Hooton

Makenzie Hooton, Talon Magazine Managing Editor

Makenzie is a Junior and the managing editor on the Talon Magazine staff. This is her second year on the staff. Along with magazine, she high jumps and plays tennis. She is also a part of National Honor Society and BETA club. Her favorite thing about being on staff is seeing all the hard work of each member coming together in a cohesive and beautiful product.

All content by Makenzie Hooton
Workout Infographic

[Photo] At-Home Workouts

Landyn Goldberg
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On the court, senior Byron Alexander dribbles the past a defender from Park Hill South High School Jan. 15. The players agree that a big part of their success is due to the good relationships they have with each other. “I just feel like we have really good chemistry on and off the court and it definitely helps us when we play against tougher opponents.” said Alexander.

[Photo] Boys Basketball Making History

Cassie Ford
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After earning a perfect score on the ACT, junior Nicholas Kanatzer poses for his wrestling coach Elisha Bears. This was the first time he took the test since 7th grade. “The scholarships were a big part of it, but also I knew I was capable of getting a high score, so I of course wanted to try my best,” said Kanatzer.

Achievement on the ACT

Makenzie Hooton
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coach Travis Mauzey

Kickin’ It with Santa and The Soccer Teams

Makenzie Hooton
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Gocha Tea & Beverages

[Photo] That’s The Tea

Kara Morley, Staff
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Wingstop

[Photo] Ain’t No Thing Like A Chicken Wing

Kayla Pospisil, Staff
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smoke

[Photo] The Fog Remains

Jack Warner, Staff
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At the Hope Center’s awards ceremony on May 22, sophomore Nia Daniels helps serve food for the kids. The ceremony was to honor and recognize the different program’s accomplishments and service. “Everyone was celebrated and people had a great time,” said Daniels.

Service Sisters

Makenzie Hooton, Staff
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National Award Winning Baton Twirler

Makenzie Hooton, Staff
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