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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

One cool feature of the PEP grant is Stillwater will be getting a climbing wall installed over spring break in the synthetic gym. “The rock will help build strength, power and bring aerobic and anaerobic fitness to higher levels,” junior Kaylie Goltz says.

Climbing wall installed during spring break

Madison Crain, Layout Editor March 16, 2016

As the Physical Education Program (PEP) grant comes to a close, the exciting opportunity of a brand new climbing wall has brought much excitement among the student body. The wall will present itself...

Denise Pontrelli joins the Stillwater community as District 834's new superintendent. "I love Stillwater so far," said Pontrelli. The community is excited to see what she has in store.

District 834 welcomes new Superintendent

Kathleen Billingsley, Copy Editor November 12, 2015

With warmth and kindness in her eyes, one can tell new Superintendent Denise Pontrelli is perfect to take the seat as District 834's new superintendent. Coming 40 minutes away from the Spring...

Kraft displays his pride for East Ridge football. "I most recently was at East Ridge High School. I was there for seven years and I had a fun time," Kraft said.

Assistant Principal Matt Kraft joins SAHS from Woodbury

Dylan Cook, Visual Arts Media Editor October 19, 2015

This year Stillwater Area High School brought Matt Kraft into the district as a new Assistant Principal. This addition will bring a new personality and set of skills to the district. Kraft began his...

Assistant Principal Bill Howlett talked to community members about the new changes. "I'm most excited about what is happening in music and theater," Howlett said. The open house at Oak-land saw visitors who were mostly supportive. At the Stillwater open house Sept. 28th, the discussion was more heated.

District 834 expands high school for freshmen

Shad Kraftson, Distribution Reporter October 13, 2015

The new renovations in the high school will make seniors and juniors want to stick around for the 2017-2018 school year. Sophomores are in for a treat their senior year as many excited features will...

High school expansion for athletics

High school expansion for athletics

Cole LeBourgeouis, Copy Editor October 13, 2015

In the spring of 2016, Stillwater High School is going to be adding on to the Pony Athletic Center.  They will be making many changes to the existing soccer fields and adding new features to the high...

Our newest Student Council Presidents Eve Thompson and Isabel Day pose with both of their senior sisters Ivy Thompson and Montana Day on the day of elections.

Annual Student Council presidents elected

Megan Aller, Visual Arts Managing Editor April 28, 2015

Being the president of Student Council is much more than representing the student body. The presidents are also part of the school board, they sit up front at the board meetings. There are countless...

Superintendent interviews commence mid-February

Superintendent interviews commence mid-February

Mackenzie Bottolfson, Copy Editor February 11, 2015

After the 2013-2104 school year, Superintendent Cory Lunn accepted another superintendent position in Iowa.  For this school year, Tom Nelson was put on the job as an interim, until a permanent decision...


Unlike most schools, Valley Crossing Community School is an optional school for families, which means that there is no boundary limit for the school and any family that wishes to send their child to attend.

Valley Crossing being sought over by two districts

Matt Brown, Social Media Editor December 8, 2014

Valley Crossing Community School is facing student population issues and must decide on the decision. VCCS is involved with three school districts, #834 Stillwater, #833 South Washington County, and #622...

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"The board is looking at pre-kindergarten through fifth at elementary, sixth through eight at junior high, and ninth through twelfth at high school," said Principal Rob Bach.

District proposes grade reconfiguration, updates to facilities

Sam Hudachek, Social Media Reporter November 17, 2014

On Nov.13, the Long-Range Facilities Planning Committee proposed to the school board possible changes to the grade configurations and facilities of the district. Issues have come up concerning facilities...

Photo by Katie Beedle Students and staff are limited in their lunch options and do not have much of a say in what they eat due to federal and state school nutrition guidelines and regulations. Many students bring their own foods for lunch each day because they do not like what the school offers or they are not familiar with certain foods such as whole grains.

District enables healthy eating

Amelia Schneider, Copy Editor October 2, 2014

Students are coming and going from the bustling cafeteria with their takeout from across the street. Burgers, salty fries, and sweet malts from the lunch line. Sound like today's typical lunchroom? Think...

New principal brings new changes

Sarah Junko, Team Lead Editor October 1, 2014

The 2014 school year is promising to be full of new people and opportunities. This year one of the biggest changes is the newest staff member, Rob Bach. As the new head principal, Bach has many ideas on...

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