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The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express

Skaters skate on ice for their first practice. The team is getting ready to create their program for performing this winter. They challenge themselves in drills physically as well as mentally to further their individual skills.

Figure skating, challenging sport beyond varsity team

Anna Agnessi, Online Editor December 16, 2023

The varsity figure skating team does more than just skate at hockey halftime. They compete individually, take skill tests and perform at exhibitions and shows around the area. The team's first performance...

Senior Jenna Phelps manages school and stress while being apart of multiple clubs and the girls soccer team. She is also the president of student council and plays a major role in this school.

Jenna Phelps balances school and activities

Mady Richert, Online Editor December 14, 2023

Senior Jenna Phelps manages school and stress while being a part of multiple clubs and the girls soccer team. Phelps is the president of student council, a member of the TRUST club, and is a Stillwater...

Social Media Editor-in-Chief Lavender Schleder’s senior photo.

Expression of girlhood sparks awareness around feminism

Lavender Schleder, Social Media Editor-in-Chief December 13, 2023

The expression of femininity has been especially rampant over the last six months, ever since certain pieces of media such as the "Barbie" movie and Taylor Swift's Eras Tour had such a large cultural impact....

Juniors Ryo Davis, Olivia Decorsey and Lauren Nelson are on their phones scrolling on Pinterest and Snapchat rather than socializing or interacting with peers. Because of social medias negative addicting effect. Social media has a significant effect on students mental health when talked about in school and the stigma and seriousness of mental health.

Social media has significant effect on students mental health

Ava Aspengren, Business Editor December 13, 2023

Social media has a significant effect on student's mental health when talked about in school and the stigma and seriousness of mental health. ABC news mentions the addiction of social media and the issue...

Band director Tark Katzenmeyer teaches a band class. The previous director has chosen to step down and Katzenmeyer has risen to the challenge.

Katzenmeyer takes over as band director

Ian Lunneborg, Video Editor December 13, 2023

“I love the opportunity to meet a whole new group of people and any opportunity you get to make musicians with people or any opportunity you get to meet musicians and an environment where people...

This is the official cover art for musician Zach Sobiechs hit single Clouds. The song was released in 2012 a year before his death.

“Clouds” by Zach Sobiech: the legacy that impacts everyone

Gigi Zawislak, Broadcast Editor December 12, 2023

Eleven years have passed since the world was graced with the heartfelt melody of Zach Sobiech’s "Clouds,” a song with a timeless message of hope and humility. Sharing the innermost thoughts of his...

The students surround the new Principal Ann Giardino in Oak-Land Middle School. Giardino is a welcomed and accomplished addition to the school.

Ann Giardino chosen for new Oak-Land principal

Rio Atkinson, Graphics Editor December 11, 2023

"I am excited to be able to add additional staff and services that make a positive impact on our students' mental health and provide support to all of our families," Principal Ann Giardino expressed. At...

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.

This Is Stillwater inspires students with Minecraft

Peter Banister, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief December 11, 2023

This is Stillwater is exploring a better means of communicating and engaging each other on the matters of our community, and across all generations.  As of early 2023, TIS started using Minecraft to encourage...

Past graduation ceremony

Seniors prepare for graduation ceremony

Olivia Braun, Copy Editor June 6, 2023

The senior class prepares to end their high school journeys as this year’s graduation approaches quickly. The annual ceremony requires a lot of planning and preparation by both students and staff.  Rachel...

Rutherford Elementarys big playground

Rutherford Elementary creates new playgrounds

Sydney Rodd, Layout Editor-in-Chief June 6, 2023

Rutherford Elementary is currently fundraising to replace the school's two original playgrounds from 1998. The new playgrounds will better suit students and create a more inclusive playground experience. The...

Stillwater School District Board Members in a meeting

School board resumes discussions around start time, yearlong calendar

Jasmine Z. Allison, Social Media Editor-in-Chief June 2, 2023

The school board was presented with a study session to look at changes to later start times for the secondary schools and the structure of the district's yearlong calendar on April 11. Many high schools,...

Live Ultimate Frisbee game

Boys ultimate frisbee prepares for State

Ellie Dahlstrom, Podcast Reporter May 31, 2023

With a season of ups and downs, and a record 3-7, the boys ultimate frisbee team continues to have an enthusiastic attitude especially with a large number of new players. The team welcomes anyone to play....

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