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The Pony Express

The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express

The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express

Stillwater Schools haver started to offer free lunches to anyone through the age of eighteen. There are various meal drop-offs throughout the school district.

Coronavirus impacts on local education

Alex Steil, Online Editor-in-Chief March 25, 2020

The coronavirus was on everyone’s radar. Most knew about it and that it would impact economic markets. No one, however, knew it would disrupt the world economy to this extent. More importantly though,...

Stillwater coach Scott Christensen and runner Ethan Vargas stand alongside at a meet. The relationship between a coach and an athlete is very important for the races and meets.

More than a cross country state champion coach

Ella Gag, Social Media Editor March 25, 2020

"Coaching is about change and adjustment, coaching is being in the moment," Scott Christensen cross country and track coach said. Christensen has won many awards and championships during his coaching years....

Governor Tim Walz has made twelve Executive orders in the last two weeks. His goal is to prevent the spread of coronavirus and protect Minnesotans.

Local government plans to stop the spread of coronavirus

Elaina Mankowski, Layout Editor March 25, 2020

The coronavirus has swept the world and the nation and has made its way to Minnesota. The states are following regulations set by President Donald Trump, but with certain aspects, each state is handling...

What is Covid-19, how to deal with it

What is Covid-19, how to deal with it

Stella Bertsch, Field Reporter March 25, 2020

The Coronavirus disease is an outbreak of a virus that causes flu-like symptoms. The first case traces back to late December 2019.  The outbreak started in Wuhan, China, then spread leading almost every...

Boutwells Landing resident Judy Rubertus sews masks for distribution around the community. Sewing a total of 500 masks is just one of the many ways Rubertus is managing to stay busy and involved.

Boutwells seniors persevere through pandemic

Sandy Liu, Podcast Reporter March 25, 2020

Throughout the community, people are forced to adapt to a new way of life. While some may be mildly inconvenienced by drive-by pick-ups, distance working or learning and the ever-present challenge of fervently...

President Donald Trump calls COVID-19 the "Chinese Virus." His reference occurs at many events such as the White House meeting and various news conferences.

‘Chinese Virus’ causes backlash on Asian Americans

Julie Xiong, Cartoonist March 24, 2020

On March 18, President Donald Trump referred to COVID-19 as the “Chinese Virus.” This term began gaining popularity when Trump tweeted, earlier that morning, about his methods of saving America from...

Pete Kelzenberg uplifts community spirit

Olivia Bystrom, Field Reporter March 15, 2020

It takes a passionate person to make a difference in the world, and community member Pete Kelzenberg is a prime example of exactly the kind of person it takes. Afton resident and father of two, on...

Dr. Keith Mayes presents to Seniors March 2 in the auditorium. In his presentation, Mayes addresses the importance of respecting diversity in the community and eliminating microaggressions.

Mayes addresses cultural issues to build brighter community

Sandy Liu, Distribution Reporter March 4, 2020

Spreading awareness of racial issues and disparities, closing the achievement gap and ending toxic climates in communities. These are the goals of Dr. Keith Mayes, Professor of African American and African...

Freshman Jaden Petersen spends his free time learning about finances. He finds them both interesting and vital to success later in life. Finances are seen in every aspect of adult life.

School should require financial literacy

Dorothy Chislett, Graphics Editor February 27, 2020

Financial literacy classes should be required if students are expected to lead an educated, financially independent life.  Students statistically show a lack of knowledge in important subjects such as...

The documentary 'Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez' came out Jan. 15. The documentary is about former New England Patriot and convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez, and the crime that took place in 2016.

Aaron Hernandez, an unexpected murderer

Jack Taverna, Social Media Editor February 16, 2020

Netflix released Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez, the new documentary on former New England Patriot and convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez . This documentary provided details about the crime....

College and Career Center secretary Amy Carr discusses different topics for the new Career Pathways Program with Bob Manning. Manning has been working to get the high school and community involved to benefit students.

Manning takes charge of Pathways Program

Haley Nelson, Online Editor-in-Chief February 15, 2020

  From the spotlight in the classroom to a desk in its own hall of the College and Career Center room, Bob Manning, the new coordinator for Career Pathways program, now takes charge in implementing...

Community  members can look online to see when the school board meetings are happening. The community can go to these meetings to hear recommendations of the CDT and voice their opinions and recommendations.

Community team pushes new recommendations for upcoming meeting

Rachel Duerr, Online Editor February 15, 2020

Changes in a school district are inevitable. As a community and school, there are many needs that need to be met involving financial and physical updates. A large part of these changes revolves around...

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