The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

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

Senior Kaitlyn Ginkel opens the Netflix app on her phone. As the #1 streaming platform in the U.S, Netflix has become the go-to media intake for most teenagers and adults.

Evolution of streaming platforms has shaped society

Gigi Zawislak, Broadcast Editor January 28, 2024

From the compact and tangible DVD to the never-ending media void of Netflix, how people get their media intake has changed dramatically. The history of streaming services is a story of technological innovation,...

Front office located in the main rotunda where secretary, Jill Roth helps students navigate to classes. Roth joined the main office staff last year.

Jill Roth holds down the fort in main office

Lainey Zinda, Photography Editor January 27, 2024

Security is a large concern for school, there are many different protocols implemented to make school the safest place for each student. A big part of security is in the front office, she is secretary...

Photography Editor-in-Chief Ava Biedermans’s senior photo.

Sexism becomes the new joking norm

Ava Biederman, Photography Editor-in-Chief January 27, 2024

Sexism has been going on for more than 3000 years. It started way back when the first two man and women were created in the Jewish lore. There was Adam and Lilith, this was his first wife. While it was...

Stella McHugh studies during office hours.  Flex times such as office hours will be more available if a block schedule is implemented. A group of staff is working to adapt the schedule for the upcoming years.

Block scheduling allows for an increase in opportunities

Belle Lapos, Layout Editor-in-Chief January 26, 2024

According to the Foundation for Economic Education, the same public education system has been used for roughly 150 years. It is a system that does not acknowledge factors like teenage sleep schedules and...

Students on computers in the library.

Students should choose PSEO over AP courses

Peter Banister, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief January 26, 2024

Students should opt for PSEO over AP to obtain college credits.  Many students already take advantage of this opportunity with their choice of PSEO enrollment or Advanced Placement classes (AP) provided...

The nordic ski team poses for a picture after having a successful season. They hope to get snow for this season to hopefully go to State again.

Lack of snow effects nordic ski team

Kaylee Lowe, Copy Editor January 26, 2024

Due to the strong El Niño conditions happening in the Pacific Ocean, it is leaving Minnesota with no snow. Right now the frigid winter air is kept in Central and Northern Canada. Minnesota is known for...

Lake Superior waves crash against the rocks at Stoney Point in Duluth, Minn. The lake would normally be at least slightly frozen over, but due to warmer temps and more rain storms, 10-15 foot waves have been rolling in.

El Niño: leading cause of unusually balmy winter temps

Bailey Holmes, Photography Editor-In-Chief January 25, 2024

At this point, it is clear that the Midwest is experiencing one of the warmest winters on record, leaving everyone dreaming of a white Christmas, and wondering why Mother Earth has switched to a year-round...

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.

District proposes new bell schedule for 2025-2026 school year

Adelaide Bielke, Broadcast Editor January 25, 2024

In the past few months, students, staff and administrators have been touring schools including Wayzata High School and Edina High School to examine alternative bell schedules. The school board will use...

This is the new business teachers Travis Birklids class. As he has moved into his new role as a business and marketing teacher. After the departure of Schut there is no new BPA advisor.

BPA club leader still undecided

Gavin Schuna, Business Editor December 19, 2023

After 17 years of experience and five-plus years at the helm of BPA club, as teacher Philip Schut left last spring. The club is currently facing challenges in finding a replacement within the school. Despite...

Trust Club Cheer Squad debuts their first inclusive cheer at the adapted soccer state tournament. Assistive technology makes it possible for students who communicate differently to be a part of the holler back cheer.

Trust Club Adapted Cheer Squad debuts

Camryn Handberg and Cathleen Costello December 19, 2023

The high school offers many opportunities for students of all abilities. This year a fun new activity has opened the door for students to be a part of the adapted sports community. The newly formed...

This is Taylor Swifts Eras Tour movie poster. Her film consists of songs from all 10 of her albums (eras).

‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ movie creates enchanting night

Ava Biederman, Photography Editor-in-Chief December 18, 2023

Taylor Swift emerges from the bottom of the stage breaming with pride. She spins in a circle to look around at all of her audience. As she begins to sing Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince you can...

The Nordic ski team first practice on Nov. 13 the football fields doing dry-land strength exercises preparing for coming season of snow. They roller ski and run to get ready and build the muscles needed for skiing.

Nordic ski team seeks out another top three placement at state

Adelaide Bielke, Broadcast Editor December 17, 2023

The Nordic ski team is training hard to place top three in the state again after a successful season last year. The captains and coaching staff prepare the team with strength sessions, running, and roller...

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