![The current 6x2 schedule provides students with six class periods each day and two semesters and offers a total of 12 classes per year. The new schedule would have four classes per day for longer class periods.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image0-min-1200x900.jpg)
District proposes new bell schedule for 2025-2026 school year
Adelaide Bielke, Broadcast Editor
• January 25, 2024
![A shopping cart is filled with highly processed and unhealthy foods available at any grocery store. As Christmas candy shopping is on the rise this time of year, it might be worth it to take a second look at what is actually in classic favorites such as candy canes and Pez.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1022-1200x1085.jpg)
California leads fight for a healthier country
Bailey Holmes, Photography Editor-In-Chief
• December 15, 2023
![This is the official cover art for musician Zach Sobiechs hit single Clouds. The song was released in 2012 a year before his death.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Clouds_-_Zach_Sobiech_cover_art.jpg)
“Clouds” by Zach Sobiech: the legacy that impacts everyone
Gigi Zawislak, Broadcast Editor
• December 12, 2023
![Counselor Sydney Piras holds the plaque she received when being named High School Counselor of the Year by the Minnesota School Counselor Association. Over her years as a school counselor, Piras has worked hard and helped both students and schools grow.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/syd-1200x1130.jpg)
Sydney Piras becomes High School Counselor of the Year
Maggie O'Brien, Layout Editor-In-Chief
• December 11, 2023
![The students surround the new Principal Ann Giardino in Oak-Land Middle School. Giardino is a welcomed and accomplished addition to the school.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screen-Shot-2023-11-28-at-2.57.08-PM-1200x652.png)
Ann Giardino chosen for new Oak-Land principal
Rio Atkinson, Graphics Editor
• December 11, 2023
![This Is Stillwater recently brought Minecraft to the classroom. The newly proposed sites of Anderson and Lake Elmo Elementary schools have been imported into Minecraft for the students to tinker with. They were tasked with the ideals to design the schools how they please. However, they must deal with design issues that may come up along the way.
Alt text: Minecraft is displayed on a large screen for students.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_6143-1200x900.jpg)
This Is Stillwater inspires students with Minecraft
Peter Banister, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief
• December 11, 2023
![Juniors participate in the Test Drive experience as a part of Pathways Day. This activity helped students figure out how to save and figure out wants and needs.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_0271-1-1200x900.jpg)
Pathways day allows students to experience post secondary options
Ava Bentdahl, Graphics Editor
• November 20, 2023
![Seniors Sophie Gutzman and Avery Irlbeck play indoor games for Sports and Society class. A large goal for block scheduling is to give students more opportunities for electives.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/BEE25BEC-5D89-4CA5-9CF7-BA2C0F4BC83D_1_105_c.jpeg)
Administration proposes block scheduling for upcoming school year
Lainey Zinda, Photography Editor
• November 9, 2023
![Vagabonds sing outside the day before choir teacher Katelyn Larsons wedding to practice. Vagabonds will sing at Larsons wedding on Oct 6.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_2119.jpg)
Vagabonds performs at choir teacher Katelyn Larson’s wedding
Amelia Strong, Social Media Editor
• November 5, 2023
![Physical Therapist Doctor Matt Hirn talks to a patient after their visit. Thrive HQ always makes sure communication is a high priority.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/featuredimage-e1696808026115.jpg)
Lake Elmo brings life back to downtown
Ava Biederman, Photography Editor-in-Chief
• November 4, 2023
![Students walking in the hallway.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_0990-1200x900.jpg)
Golden ticket goes extinct this school year
Peter Banister, Broadcast Editor-In-Chief
• October 28, 2023
![This is the current Lake Elmo Elementary school. It was built in 1920, and is over 100 year old. It is struggling to meet the educational standards of today.](https://sahsponyexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_0270-1200x900.jpg)
District votes on new Lake Elmo Elementary in November
Adelaide Bielke, Broadcast Editor
• October 28, 2023
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