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Incoming freshman played finish the lyric during the pep assembly on eighth grade transition day.
Eighth Grade Transition Day Returns to Olathe West
Bryce Mallory, Editor-in-Chief • February 29, 2024

The annual eighth grade transition day has returned to West, welcoming the incoming freshman class of 2028. These eighth graders had the chance to break into groups, get tours, attend an activity fair and fashion show, as...

Juniors took the ACT at school on Tuesday, Feb. 27. Posters were hung directing students to classrooms.
Juniors Take ACT in School Tuesday
Addison Smith, Online Editor • February 27, 2024

Juniors were given the opportunity to take the ACT for free at Olathe West on Tuesday, Feb 27. The testing took place on the third floor, making it closed off to the remaining students not taking the test and staff members...

Olathe Public Schools Changes Graduation Requirements
Olathe Public Schools Changes Graduation Requirements
Avery Mathieu, Writer • February 20, 2024

Recently, the Olathe School District changed the graduation requirements for the incoming freshmen. Starting in the fall of the 2024-25 school year, freshmen will have different requirements for classes they must take to...

Chiefs Return to the  2024 Super Bowl
Chiefs Return to the 2024 Super Bowl
Maya Gee, Writer • February 13, 2024

After winning the Super Bowl on Sunday to make for back-to-back wins and the third win in five years, excitement is high for Kansas City Chiefs fans.  The Chiefs played against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday in Las...

Senior Sven Stroemsten is an exchange student from Stockholm, Sweden.
Goodbye Sweden, Hallå Kansas
Logan Kraft, Writer • February 26, 2024

  Life is different from country to country, especially when coming from a bigger city built...

Aubrey May performs on stage at Spinning Tree theatre. (Nicole McCroskey)
Disabled, Not Unable
Addison Smith, Online Editor • January 17, 2024

  The stage is a place for people to shine, to perform and showcase talent. But it’s also one...

Senior Theodore Borge from Norway, comes to Kansas to explore life in America.
Goodbye Norway, Hallo America
Logan Kraft, Writer • November 27, 2023

  The opportunities of living abroad are never-ending. Joining a new family, learning a new language,...

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Freshman Colton Nichols lining up a shot during a varsity game against Shawnee Mission West.
Freshman on Varsity: Colton Nichols
Avery Mathieu, Writer • March 4, 2024

Not everyone gets to play on varsity as a freshman. Only four students in Olathe West’s seven years...

The female viewership levels in the NFL have increased following the relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
“Swelce” Relationship Increases Female NFL Viewership
Addison Smith, Online Editor • February 22, 2024

It’s no secret that Taylor Swift has made numerous headlines due to her dating Kansas City Chiefs player...

Sports rivalries bring lots of energy as well as emotion especially against our next basketball game against Olathe North West.
The Significance of Sports Rivalries
Logan Kraft, Writer • January 17, 2024

The rivalry basketball game against Olathe Northwest on Friday, Jan. 12 begs the question, how important...

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The Artful Dodger leaves audiences wanting more after season one of this new original series.
The Clever Series Inspired By Dickens: ‘The Artful Dodger’
Bryce Mallory, Editor-in-Chief • February 22, 2024

As a Hulu original series, “The Artful Dodger” was released on Nov. 29, 2023, earning high remarks...

Archers Voice has captivated readers, and it is no surprise why.
“Archer's Voice”: A Beautiful Love Story
Bryce Mallory, Editor-in-Chief • February 13, 2024
Highlights From Golden Globes 2024
Highlights From Golden Globes 2024
Reece Young, Writer • February 12, 2024
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Assassins is a game played by upperclassmen during the spring semester where students have targets to eliminate using water guns.
Assassins: A Fun Game or Insane?
Addison Smith, Online Editor • March 4, 2024

A fun, competitive and spirited game for upperclassmen. That’s how the popular game “assassins” is described. While that’s how it's intended to be, some people can...

Christmas is the perfect time to make some delicious and festive holiday treats.
The Top 10 Best Christmas Treats
Maya Gee, Writer • December 17, 2023
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