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The marching band practices their field show doing their morning practices.
Band Brings the Heat With ‘The Summit’
Chamiru Liyanawaduge, Writer • September 19, 2024

The Marching Owls kicked off their season with band camp in the summer, making ample progress on their latest competition show ‘The Summit.’ The Band’s assistant director, John Wickersham describes the show’s progression. “The...

New voters have a lot of feelings about being able to vote in the upcoming presidential election.
Voting Vibes: How High School Seniors Feel About Voting This Election Year
Chamiru Liyanawaduge, Writer • August 30, 2024

Seniors feel all sorts of emotions regarding the upcoming election in November. As we mature into self-sufficient citizens in a modern American society, the responsibility of the future invokes passionate feelings Americans...

Freshman learn chants during Freshman orientation on the first day of school.
Upperclassmen Welcome the New Freshman Class
Avery Mathieu, Editor-in-Chief • August 19, 2024

On Wednesday, August 14, students began the 2024-25 school year. But the day before, upperclassmen who volunteered their time welcomed the incoming freshmen for a first half day of school. The Link Crew is an organization...

AP teachers give students work to prepare for their exams.
AP Exams Have Started
Avery Mathieu, Writer • May 13, 2024

Exams for students in AP classes have begun, starting on Monday, May 6 and taking place through May 17. AP exams are an optional test for any students in an AP class. In the fall, students in AP classes can choose to...

Senior Vivi Pflume comes to Olathe West as a foreign exchange student.
Dream of American Life Comes True at Olathe West
Harper Adams, Writer, Profile editor • September 23, 2024

  Most students’ homes are no more than 20 minutes away from school. For German exchange student...

Theatre students bring to light the effects theatre has had on mental health.
Curtains Up: Theater’s Effect on Mental Health
Violet Vallad, Writer, News Editor • September 20, 2024

Mental health is a hot topic at the start of every school year. Adjusting to the stress of a new year...

Coffees being made by a member of StuCo in the Owlspresso coffee shop.
Owlspresso Coffee Shop Boosts Students and Funds for Student Council
Harper Adams, Writer, Profile Editor • September 9, 2024

The smell of freshly ground coffee wafts through the air as a barista announces that a caramel latte...

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The Owls take the field before the game.
Post Game: A Look Back at the Week of Sports
Maddie Walle, Writer • September 30, 2024

The Owl Defense lines up against Olathe East
Owls Fall to Hawks 18-30
Caleb Robles, Writer, Sports Editor • September 26, 2024

Through three games, the Owls have a record of 1-2, with each game presenting a different performance....

Look at what our sports have coming up this week.
A Look Forward in Sports
Caleb Robles, Writer, Sports editor • September 23, 2024

This week in sports has a lot to offer. All seven of the fall sports are in action this week. You...

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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

The theater department has two shows coming up in the fall. Repertory Theatre is performing “Antigone,”...

From left sophomores Jazlyn Zuniga and Brooke Bennett talk to students about sophomore committee.
Get Involved: Exploring Opportunities at the Activity Fair
Jenna Campbell, Writer, Arts & Entertainment Editor • September 6, 2024
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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

When the Olathe School board created the new policy restricting device usage during class time, many students were upset.  Including me.  The policy set by the school...

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Avery Mathieu, Writer • April 18, 2024
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