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On Feb. 10th junior Damon Campbell and his group are meeting with the fifth graders at Bell Prairie elementary school for the first time. They were reading the potential stories that will be brought life by the Creative design class. Campbell said, " nfdbjnrdfknbojdnr."
‘Rabbit hOle’ Adventure: Transforming Books Into Artful Realities
United States Vs. TikTok
United States Vs. TikTok
File Photo: Prom, April 8, 2024
Prom Features New Venue, Attendance Rule
Photo courtesy of Staley Strong Powerlifting Team
Breaking New Ground: Team Shines At First Powerlifting Meet
File Photo: Courtwarming 2024
StuCo Brings Changes To Courtwarming
Every Falcon Has A Story
Every Falcon Has A Story
Row 1: Reagan Graybill, Kali Sun, Abigail Coen, Fenani Yassin, Laney Fischer, Ella Pauk, Blair McCammon, Jaidyn Keith, Abigail Malena; Row 2: Benjamin Gum, Ryan Cascio, David Gleason, Jeremiah Kelley, Aiden Cuellar, Liam Bransfield, Cooper Tolin; Not Pictured: Ellie Hanchette, Vincie Nelson, Hudson Abels, Patrick McWilliams, Jeppe Thomsen
Meet 2025 Prom Candidates
Photo Courtesy Of Annika Adiga
New StuCo President Shares Plans
'Tropics' at the KC Zoo
You’ve Seen The Animals, See What Else KC Zoo Has To Offer
At the Diversity Assembly Nov. 22, senior Gideon Samuel laughs after social studies teacher Josh Lorenson was pied in the face by another student.
Students Voting To Pie Teacher In Face
The Evolution of Peer Pressure
The Evolution of Peer Pressure
File Photo: April 18, 2023 Students walk out in support of Ralph Yarl.
Teen Activism: Facing The Fear Of An Uncertain Future
Music With a Message
Music With a Message
Stop By Mochinut For Quick, Easy Snack
Stop By Mochinut For Quick, Easy Snack
'Tropics' at the KC Zoo
You’ve Seen The Animals, See What Else KC Zoo Has To Offer
In a historic season, the varsity girls basketball team earned second place in Missouri Class 6. It's the highest finish in team history. They played St. Louis’ Incarnate Word Academy March 20, losing 41-55.
Girls Basketball Earns 2nd Place In State
Varsity girls basketball beats Kickapoo High School 42-37 at the Mizzou Arena March 20.
Girls Basketball Faces No. 1-Ranked Team In State Finals
Coach Elisha Bears talks with senior David Gleason in the midst of his championship match.
Veterans Propel Boys Wrestling Team To State Success
Conference Championship win over Lee’s Summit High School Feb. 27.
Dominance On The Court: Girls Basketball Team Eyes Class 6 Tournament
2025 Missouri Girls Swim State Championship, Feb. 20
Historic Wins: Girls Swim Secures Top Finishes, State Titles
On Feb. 10th junior Damon Campbell and his group are meeting with the fifth graders at Bell Prairie elementary school for the first time. They were reading the potential stories that will be brought life by the Creative design class. Campbell said, " nfdbjnrdfknbojdnr."
‘Rabbit hOle’ Adventure: Transforming Books Into Artful Realities
Music With a Message
Music With a Message
Stop By Mochinut For Quick, Easy Snack
Stop By Mochinut For Quick, Easy Snack
Starbucks
Caffeine Craze: Teen Intake On The Rise
Spirit Halloween
Witch Spots For Halloween Fun
Every Falcon Has A Story
Every Falcon Has A Story
In a historic season, the varsity girls basketball team earned second place in Missouri Class 6. It's the highest finish in team history. They played St. Louis’ Incarnate Word Academy March 20, losing 41-55.
Girls Basketball Earns 2nd Place In State
Varsity girls basketball beats Kickapoo High School 42-37 at the Mizzou Arena March 20.
Girls Basketball Faces No. 1-Ranked Team In State Finals
Conference Championship win over Lee’s Summit High School Feb. 27.
Dominance On The Court: Girls Basketball Team Eyes Class 6 Tournament
2025 Missouri Girls Swim State Championship, Feb. 20
Historic Wins: Girls Swim Secures Top Finishes, State Titles
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
Varsity View: Boys Basketball Coach Chris Neff
Varsity View: Boys Basketball Coach Chris Neff
Varsity View: Girls Wrestler A.J. Bigham
Varsity View: Girls Wrestler A.J. Bigham
Student Council Speeches 2025
Student Council Speeches 2025
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
Varsity View: Boys Basketball Coach Chris Neff
Varsity View: Boys Basketball Coach Chris Neff
Varsity View: Girls Wrestler A.J. Bigham
Varsity View: Girls Wrestler A.J. Bigham
Ellia and Olivia Out Loud!: The Lunch Ladies
Ellia and Olivia Out Loud!: The Lunch Ladies
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My name is Paxton Donaldson and I’m a sophomore. This is my first year on staff. Outside of journalism I’m apart of student council, play softball and basketball. I enjoy hanging out with friends and going to school sporting events. I am excited to bring stories to the student body.

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Running the 4x8, sophomore Alex Hamre gets ready to hand the baton off as she runs her last lap where on March 20. Hamre trained hard and ran in every varsity meet in order to reach her goal of breaking the 3200-meter record. “I would do around two hard workouts a week to help me train for it, and I had coach Adair help me by yelling out my splits each 400 to tell me whether I was on pace or not,” said Hamre.

Running Into The Record Books

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Warming up for basketball practice Nov. 4, senior Emilyn Richardson is preparing for practice. Joining the team this year, Richardson is eager to get the season started. “It’s going to be a fun and exciting season. Yes, we will have some ups and downs but that’s just part of it.”

Dribbling into the Season

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In preparation for homecoming, principal Larry Smith claps at the homecoming pep rally Oct. 20. Smith tried to attend as many extracurricular events and get involved with the school as much as possible. “Just being a part of the Staley family is what I’m looking forward to the most,” said Smith.

New Flock Leader

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