Since the COVID pandemic, high school spirit has not been what it once was. From pep rallies to big games, the spirit has seemingly dwindled. Fewer students attend volleyball games, tennis matches, softball...
“Final countdown, oh, It’s the final countdown” blasted from the TV speakers as the electric chords beganto fade out. My cousin and uncle stood there, panting, frozen in their final positions after...
Light catches in the sparkling tulle of the Sugarplum Fairy’s skirt as her ballet pink slippers gracefully turn across the stage. A mopey Charlie Brown shuffles around with his band of friends before singing around a scraggly Christmas tree. Clothed in a Victorian nightshirt, Scrooge is whisked through time by ghosts and returned a changed man, just in time for Christmas morning.
Christmas is known as the season of giving. At STA, giving is shown in many different ways. Whether that’s sharing a warm greeting in the cold quad, or volunteering with non-profit organizations or churches,...
From the viral Gypsy Rose case to the possible revival of the Menendez trial, a new generation of true crime viewers are not shy about sharing their opinions on the subject. Real true crime stories remain relevant today but a question remains: are these stories accurately portrayed by Hollywood?
It’s the first day of school, and everyone’s new shoes are squeaking against the floor tiles while they rush to find their new classes. The seniors might be strolling down the hallway stopping to say...
"Do you ever look at someone and wonder, what is going on inside their head?” This summer’s movies had everyone wondering that same thing. “Inside Out 2,” “Twisters” and “It Ends with Us”...
As STA is an institution dedicated to helping the dear neighbor, service has always been an essential part of the community. The dozens of clubs and extracurricular opportunities encourage students to...
Kelly Riffle
Valedictorian
What was your favorite class?
“My favorite class was AP Statistics with Ms. Sirridge.”
What advice would you give students trying to achieve consistent academic excellence?
“To...
Lauren Sweeny
Lauren Sweeny is a proud member of the STA Dance team, Spirit Club, FBLA and Sources of Strength. She volunteered as both a Kairos and freshman retreat leader this past year, and enjoys...
Q: What is Camp Pals?
A: Camp Pals is a program for people with and without down syndrome. It's like a summer camp where you get paired one to one with someone who has down syndrome. We go to amusement...
“I think it's really important to learn how to be independent,” Hirner said. “I grew up a lot while I was abroad…I've enjoyed it so much and learned a lot about myself, and been comfortable being by myself and spending time alone…you also get to see so many cool places and meet so many cool people.”
