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The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express

Juniors Madison Olson and Ava Aspengren exploring opportunities at the College Fair. Standing next to University of Minnesota booth listening in on  future career paths.

College Fair offers new beginnings

Anna Agnessi, Online Editor March 4, 2024

Prepare to map out academic journeys with the approaching College Fair on Feb. 26, 8:00-9:30 a.m. in the gymnasiums.  With over 80 local and national colleges, students are welcome to explore an array...

OnToCollege is a prep course available for juniors to prepare for the ACT. The ACT will take place on March 12.

OnToCollege, new way for juniors to prep for upcoming ACT

Ava Bentdahl, Graphics Editor March 4, 2024

On Feb. 12 and 13, juniors sat in the main forum during their English period to learn about the new ACT prep course that is available for juniors to use this year. This course will help students feel more...

The school board meets on Jan. 9, and directors such as Katie Hockert, Student Council member Sam Young and Superintendent Mike Funk attended this meeting. The school board members discussed possible changes to the 25-26 calendar.

New 25-26 calendar approved by the school board in controversial 4 to 3 vote

Gavin Schuna, Business Editor March 4, 2024

In a pivotal 4-3 vote, school board approved the new 2025-2026 calendar academic school year calendar. On Jan. 23, the board passed a change to the school calendar. The new calendar will start school as...

At sections in 2023 these individuals places first place through third. They were all able to advance to state in speech.

New coach takes over speech team

Anna Agnessi, Online Editor February 1, 2024

The speech team has a new temporary coach after previous coach Joseph Kalka moved to Moorhead. Kristan Van Houten is the new temporary coach. Her children, sophomore Rylee Van Houten and junior Brendyn...

Seniors Madelyn Elzen and Gaby Miller help students bake cookies to create cookie ice cream sundaes. They love spreading the joy of baking to others and expressing creativity.

Home Ec. After Hours brings opportunities to students

Lavender Schleder, Social Media Editor February 1, 2024

Home Ec. After Hours is a new home economics club that was started by seniors Madelyn Elzen and Gaby Miller back in November. They meet in science teacher Stacy Bartlett's room every Tuesday after school...

My Life with the Walter Boys aired on Netflix early December. The television show is based off the novel published in 2014.

‘My Life with the Walter Boys’; number one on Netflix in a day

Alison Keeler, Layout Editor-In-Chief January 31, 2024

"My Life with the Walter Boys" is a new television series that aired on Netflix on Dec, 7 2023. The show is based off the book, which was published back in 2014. It has quickly became a popular series...

The entire girls wrestling team poses for a team photo in the wrestling gym at the beginning of the season. The team consists of players from all grades, including middle school wrestlers.

Girls wrestling completes team this year

Madi Ruchie, Layout Editor January 30, 2024

Going from three girls to 16 might sound like a small feat, but this is the first time in school history the girls have a full wrestling team. The team was established two seasons ago, with enthusiastic...

Girls hockey makes themselves a popular topic in school conversations after kicking off the season strong. Being known for their passionate and competitive players, it’s no wonder.

Girls hockey determined to make it to state

Mady Richert, Online Editor January 30, 2024

This season, girls hockey will be graduating 13 seniors. There is one main goal for the team, and that is to win a state championship title. With new coaching staff added to the program, there are...

The boys celebrate at the net after they win their game against Park High School at the St. Croix ice arena. They won 4-1 against Park on Dec. 14.

Boys hockey team overcomes losing seniors last season

Amelia Strong, Social Media Editor January 29, 2024

The boys hockey team lost 11 seniors last year and are bringing up a lot of younger players. Their fans did not know how this year was going to be because of all of the new boys coming up to the team and...

U.S. History teach Ryan Miller welcomes new son Eamonn on Dec. 11, 2023. Miller also steps in as new cross country coach this year.

Ryan Miller welcomes first son to the family

Rio Atkinson, Graphics Editor January 28, 2024

As of this year, Ryan Miller, also known as Mr. Miller, added a new edition to his family, Eamonn Miller born Dec. 11, 2023. Miller and his wife welcomed baby Eamonn a few months ago, many were excited...

Drommerhausen kicks off her day at school. Driven by her genuine passion for teaching and students in room D102, shes been committed to making a difference for 50 years.

Drommerhausen starts her 50th year of teaching

Gavin Schuna, Business Editor January 28, 2024

“The students are going to be leaders of tomorrow, so I always tell them. You know, they could be my boss some day. They are going to invent all of these new products. The world is a better place with...

Senior Oren Hamilton records for a basketball game against Roseville. He is currently recording highlights for his Hamilton film.

Oren Hamilton plans to become a professional videographer

Biniam Tsegai, Business Editor January 28, 2024

    Senior Oren Hamilton fell in love, maybe not in the most regular way. He found his love in videos. Hamilton is a well-distinguished videographer within the community who loves...

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