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The Student News Site of Olathe West High School

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The Student News Site of Olathe West High School

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News
Olathe West Dance Team Places Third in State
Olathe West Dance Team Places Third in State
Harper Adams • December 5, 2024

For the past few months, the dance team has been spending tireless hours preparing for their state competition. On Nov. 22, their work paid off at the Topeka-Stormont Event Center in Topeka, Kansas.  “We did 50 full...

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November 21, 2024
Liam Payne passed away at the age of 31 on October 16.
Pop Star Liam Payne Passed Away
November 12, 2024
Sports
Cross country running at state at Rim Rock Farm on Nov. 2.
Boy’s Cross Country Goes to State for the First Time; Girl’s Win State for the Fifth Time
Maddie Walle, Writer • November 12, 2024

The boys’ team went to compete in state for the first time in all of West's seven years of being open....

The Owl offense lines up against the Blazer defense
Owls Fall to Gardner-Edgerton 49-26
Caleb Robles, Writer, Sports Editor • November 4, 2024
The Owls' defense lines up against the Olathe North offense
Football goes 1-1 vs Shawnee Mission South & Olathe North
Caleb Robles, Writer, Sports Editor • October 25, 2024
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Opinion
Homecoming tickets for the 'Night Under the Lantern Lights' are set at $25.
Homecoming Ticket Prices are Outrageous
Avery Mathieu, Editor in Chief • October 4, 2024

Homecoming week is always an exciting part of the year, jam packed with all kinds of activities to build up school spirit and community.  It is a highlight to many students...

Students are unhappy about not being allowed to use their phones during school.
Technology Policies: Are They Worth It?
Avery Mathieu, Editor-in-Chief • September 12, 2024
Students often have so much work to do that contributes to stress, and stress is amplified when they put too much weight on grades.
Academic Stress: Your Future vs Your Present
Addison Smith, Online Editor • May 15, 2024
Trends don't define you -- you get to define your own style.
Now Trending: Be You
Avery Mathieu, Writer • April 18, 2024
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Features
The costumes hanging up in the closet, sorted by decade and type of clothing.
Museum of Memories: A Look Into Theater’s Past
Jenna Campbell, Writer, Arts & Entertainment Editor • December 9, 2024

On stage, we’ve seen an array of costumes. From medieval to modern, retro patterns to vintage styles...

Students struggle to get adequate sleep causes them to struggle with their health.
Rest and Recovery: The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
Violet Vallad, Writer, News Editor • November 8, 2024
Fatima Khalid shares her story on what it has been like to appear different.
Who Owls Are: Fatima Khalid’s Story
Chamiru Liyanawaduge, Writer • October 15, 2024
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Arts & Entertainment
Group picture of Love is Blind contestants holding up the number seven.
“Love is Blind”: Will They End Up at the Altar or Alone?
Jenna Campbell, Writer, Arts & Entertainment Editor • November 12, 2024

WARNING: Spoilers for which couples get together in Season Seven of “Love is Blind” The seventh...

Take a look at the fall festivities happening in the area this year
Places to Add to Your Fall Bucket List
Sydney Vongphrachanh, Photographer • October 24, 2024
The theater department looks forward to their upcoming fall shows.
Drama Alert! Up and Coming Shows You Can’t Miss
Jenna Campbell, Writer, Arts and Entertainment Editor • September 27, 2024
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Podcast
Hoot N’ Holler S1 E2
Maddie Walle and Caleb Robles • December 5, 2024

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Photos
Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Seniors jump with joy after winning the Powder Puff game on Oct. 2
Gallery: Homecoming pep-assembly
Gallery: Old Settler's Day Parade
The seniors pose for a class photo during senior sunrise.
Gallery: Class of 2024 Graduation