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Disney’s Onward featured one of the company’s many “first” LGBTQ+ characters—and this time they may have actually succeeded. Officer Specter, pictured above, is the first Disney character with a line of dialogue explicitly confirming her as a member of the LGBT+ community.

What’s Going On With Disney’s “First” Gay Character?

Alexa Williams
April 24, 2020
Cast members from MHS theatre’s production of “I Never Saw Another Butterfly” gather after a February 2019 performance. Cast gatherings look different this year under COVID-19 restrictions. From left to right: Nick Tormey, Elora Doxtater, Nellie Gestring, Cate Ohly, Zoe Howard, Tanner Choate, Rhiannon Teschner, Vivian Szot, Ceia Kasper, Evelyn Williams, Johanna Bieske, Cheyenne Halverson.

[Photo] The Show WILL Go On: Middleton Theatre to Create Something Amazing Out of the Chaos of COVID-19

Abby Gessler
November 22, 2020
This board, detailing LGBTQ+ history in America, was presented at the 2019 MHS Culture Fair. While some of the events listed on the board, such as the Stonewall Riots, can be found in textbooks used at MHS, LGBTQ+ history is not a major part of most high school curriculums.

Where Education Fails LGBTQ+ Youth

Alexa Williams
May 23, 2020
The MCPASD High School campus prioritizes student collaboration and independence. Design elements such as this “social staircase” will allow students greater self-determination in their social lives and education.

MHS Prioritizes Student Voice in Construction Plans

Alexa Williams
April 7, 2020
The first week of April marks the final wave of college admissions decisions for high school seniors across the United States. At MHS, the admissions decisions—both positive and negative—of many graduating seniors reveal the effects of a high-pressure high school environment.

The Reality of College Preparation at MHS

Alexa Williams
April 6, 2020
Pictured above, the MHS Performing Arts Center (PAC) will be among the first areas of the school to undergo remodeling. For the 2021-22 school year, performances will have to be relocated but are expected to progress as normal otherwise.

How Construction Will Impact Student Life at MHS

Alexa Williams
March 22, 2020
On Friday, March 13, MCPASD announced the decision to close schools beginning March 16. Although some students celebrate the idea of an extended break, families nationwide will suffer from the loss of public services school provides.

Public School and COVID-19: A Deadly Bargain

Alexa Williams
March 16, 2020
The MCPASD High School Campus building project, known previously as Referendum 2018, will begin construction in April 2020 and culminate in the fall of 2023. Shown above is the design for the front of the new high school campus. This will be one of several new entrances, allowing greater access to the school than is currently available.

MHS Set to Begin Construction on New Campus Next Month

Alexa Williams
March 8, 2020
In February, the MHS girls snowboard team finished first at the WIARA State Championships with an impressive 104 points. First- time coach, Tony Ziehmke, credits the win to the team’s dedication.

MHS Girls Snowboarding Takes Home Fourth Consecutive State Title

Alexa Williams
March 8, 2020

Is This the Next Hamilton?

Alexa Williams
March 8, 2020
Every year around Valentine’s Day, elementary-age kids make cards for their parents, friends, and family members. As people get older, however, Valentine’s Day and love become associated with romance and attraction. As our society shifts to accommodate new viewpoints surrounding love and romance, should our understanding of February 14 change, too?

Sorry to Be Single on Valentine’s Day? Don’t Be.

Alexa Williams
February 13, 2020
Equi-Tea Time, the official name for an open mic responding to rising tensions at MHS, occurred on December 18 during ASR. The event was intended as an outlet for student voice.

Equi-Tea Time Seeks to Combat Hate

Alexa Williams
January 2, 2020
This year’s fall one-act play was The Lottery, a play based on Shirley Jackson’s 1948 short story.

Review: MHS’ The Lottery

Alexa Williams
November 9, 2019
Green Team is looking to revive the environmental sustainability movement at MHS. Pictured: Daphne Wu, Elaina Jones, Destiny Mack, Kirin Raval, Amalia Morner, Audrey Wegener, Jace Bauer, Jack Giles, Braden Novak, Stephen Nemr, Mike Roach, Celeste Li, Joseline Escamilla, Gabe Lorman, Madison Xiao, Yale Huang, Nate White, Molly Warholic, David Hurd.

Green Team Plans to Change the Future of Sustainability at MHS

Alexa Williams
October 13, 2019
Jewish culture was just one of the many identities presented at the MHS Culture Fair.

Celebrating Diversity: MHS’ Culture Fair

Alexa Williams
May 26, 2019
Dr. Monogue is set to start as the new superintendent of MCPASD in the fall of 2019. She hopes to connect with students through authenticity and encouragement of what matters to the community.

Dr. Dana Monogue: The New Face of MCPASD

Alexa Williams
April 28, 2019
To raise awareness for proper recycling methods, students from Ms. Madison’s Environmental Studies class created a display promoting the three R’s: Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling.

Reduce, Reuse, and Don’t Recycle: The Real Solution to MHS’ Waste Problem

Alexa Williams
March 17, 2019
A collection of artwork and poetry created by the children in Terezin were used as the basis for I Never Saw Another Butterfly. Created by Kromrey Middle School students during their Holocaust study, the yellow butterflies were a symbol of defiance for the people in Terezin.

I Never Saw A Play Like This One

Alexa Williams
February 3, 2019
An illustration by MHS senior Jazmyn Babler depicts a person choosing not to turn a blind eye to rape culture.

Out of the Shadows: Shedding Light on Rape Culture at MHS

Ella Roach, Nadia Langley, and Alexa Williams
December 20, 2018
From the initial report to the follow-ups concerning mental health, sexual harassment reports at MHS are processed by Student Services.

Paper Versus Practice: How Admin Addresses Sexual Assault

Alexa Williams
December 20, 2018
On November 8-10, MHS Theatre put on a production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. From left to right: Marisol Morrissey, Ashton Reed, Andrew Karbusicky, Chase Harless, Ceia Kasper, Elora Doxtater, Krista Lederer, Zane Enloe, Aidan McLeod, Vivian Wagner, George Kostas, Elora Becker, Amelia Mackey, Isabel Garlough-Shah, Anezka Helmers, Tess Lincecum, Malin Reinhard, Tanner Choate, Rachel Reichard

Our Town Brings Small-Town Americana to MHS

Alexa Williams
November 18, 2018
In the new age of social media and rising rates of obesity, body image self-confidence among young people has been on the decline.

Food, Fat, and Filters: Creating Self-Confidence in the Digital Age

Alexa Williams
November 11, 2018
Model: Adrianna Williams-Olsen

A Year in Review: 2018 Fashion

Alexa Williams
October 23, 2018
The Best Remedies for a Sore Throat

The Best Remedies for a Sore Throat

Alexa Williams
October 22, 2018
MEASU Reflects on Its First Year

MEASU Reflects on Its First Year

Alexa Williams
June 20, 2018
Strategies to Help You Succeed During Finals

Strategies to Help You Succeed During Finals

Alexa Williams
June 1, 2018
Remembering Stephen Hawking

Remembering Stephen Hawking

Alexa Williams
April 14, 2018
A symbol for feminism

What Makes a Feminist?

Alexa Williams
March 16, 2018
A Cultural Weekend in Minneapolis

A Cultural Weekend in Minneapolis

Alexa Williams
March 11, 2018
Climate Change: A Hot Topic?

Climate Change: A Hot Topic?

Alexa Williams
February 24, 2018
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