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Max Ylitalos recent science fair project recently won not only the Da Vinci Fest, but also the Science Talent Search. He was one of only four chosen from Minnesota. I designed a new method for producing ethanol from waste paper that is more cost effective than using corn. The project is called Experimental Design Optimization of Surfactant Enhanced Waste Paper Hydrolysis Ylitalo said.

SAHS students top finishers at regional science fair

Dante Hoyos, Distribution Reporter March 15, 2016

Two Stillwater students managed to succeed in taking home first and second place at the Twin Cities Regional Science Fair. Junior, Nathan Farmer and senior, Max Ylitalo both are passionate about the...

Max Ylitalos recent science fair project recently won not only the Da Vinci Fest, but also the Science Talent Search. He was one of only four chosen from Minnesota. I designed a new method for producing ethanol from waste paper that is more cost effective than using corn. The project is called Experimental Design Optimization of Surfactant Enhanced Waste Paper Hydrolysis Ylitalo said.

Ylitalo gets national attention for science innovation

Justin Hannasch, Editor-in-Chief February 12, 2016

While many students worry about the day to day homework or what test they have to study for, one student at SAHS is exceeding not only at Stillwater, but at a national level as well. His unique and...

The American Flag in the background hangs in remembrance of those lost on 9/11. The pep band dedicated their performance to those lost 12 years ago.
 Photo By Lily Marchan

Pep band increases involvement in school events

Lily Marchan, Online Editor October 28, 2015

The Pony Pep band is having an exemplary year with many dedicated students and an abundance of school spirit. The group began late August, spending about two hours daily to learn more than 40 songs,...

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