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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
Photo Courtesy Of Annika Adiga
New StuCo President Shares Plans
Winter Guard Takes 1st Place
Winter Guard Takes 1st Place
School District Upping Security
School District Upping Security
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
"It's A Wonderful Life" Dec. 5
Thespians Perform ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’
Students Observe Day Of Dead On Field Trip
Students Observe Day Of Dead On Field Trip
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
Rage Bait: Don't Fall For It
Rage Bait: Don’t Fall For It
NFL Faces Problems With Off-Field Actions
NFL Faces Problems With Off-Field Actions
Worlds of Fun 'Halloween Haunt' Car
Halloween Haunt Productions Steal Spooky Spotlight
Photo courtesy of Staley Strong Powerlifting Team
Breaking New Ground: Team Shines At First Powerlifting Meet
The girls swim team competes in the Gold Conference Championship Feb. 8.
Girls Swim Wins Conference Championship
Boys varsity wins 73-41 against Raymore Peculiar High School Feb. 7 in the Courtwarming game.
Gallery: Courtwarming 2025
Varsity View: Boys Basketball Coach Chris Neff
Varsity View: Boys Basketball Coach Chris Neff
Onyx placed first in the Show Up and Step Out step show hosted by Northtown's 23rd Street Steppers Feb. 1.
Back To Back: Onyx Wins 1st Place
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
Homecoming Photo Booth 2024
Homecoming Photo Booth 2024
Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!: Exchange Student Jeppe Thomsen Of Denmark
Ellia & Olivia Out Loud!: Exchange Student Jeppe Thomsen Of Denmark
The girls swim team competes in the Gold Conference Championship Feb. 8.
Girls Swim Wins Conference Championship
Boys varsity wins 73-41 against Raymore Peculiar High School Feb. 7 in the Courtwarming game.
Gallery: Courtwarming 2025
Onyx placed first in the Show Up and Step Out step show hosted by Northtown's 23rd Street Steppers Feb. 1.
Back To Back: Onyx Wins 1st Place
Winter Guard Takes 1st Place
Winter Guard Takes 1st Place
Entrepreneurship students work at the Falcon Fair Dec. 12.
Entrepreneurs Sell Out At Falcon Fair
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 and Olivia Out Loud!: The Lunch Ladies
Ellia and Olivia Out Loud!: The Lunch Ladies
Varsity View: Girls Basketball
Varsity View: Girls Basketball
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
Varsity View: Girls Basketball
Varsity View: Girls Basketball
STTV Sports Network's Sophia Stephens and Roger Sielaff sit down to talk to boys wrestling coach Josh Lorenson and senior wrestler Merrik Murray about the season and the sport.
Varsity View: Boys Wrestling
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Elyse Bredfeldt, Editor-In-Chief, Copy Editor

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 Teacher's 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.

Staley Original: Chelle Cox

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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 Ray's 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: What's 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. "We're working together as a team really well and we're all helping each other," senior Katie Holloway said. 

Overcoming Challenges, Cast Preps For ‘Grease’

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