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The Best Gifts to Give

Finding the perfect gift for a teenager can feel challenging, but certain trendy and timeless items are sure to delight. A tote bag from Michael Kors is a stylish and functional option. These bags combine modern design with practicality, making them perfect for carrying school supplies, personal items, or essentials…

by marianamurillo  •  Jan 15, 2025
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Waukee at Disney’s Imagination Campus

Over the course of Winter Break, the Waukee Warrior Regiment took a trip to Orlando to perform in the Walt Disney World Imagination Campus. From December – through January – the band spent their days either marching in the parades at Magic Kingdom and Universal Studios, while also having breaks…

by Madison Crowson  •  Jan 15, 2025
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Why January Through Spring Break isn’t All Bad

The period between January and spring break is often considered the worst time of the year. With no more joy from the holidays, we’re left with gloomy days, unbearable colds, and a dullness that seems to last forever. Both the intense grind of school during these times and the lack…

by Samuel M.  •  Jan 15, 2025
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A Look Into the Recruitment Process

Many athletes in high school aspire to continue playing their sport at the next level. Roughly 6% of those kids end up playing in the NCAA. The recruitment process for athletes can be a roller coaster. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and patience to get to play…

by Lena Bruening  •  Jan 15, 2025
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Tyler The Creator Breaks The Streak With CHROMAKOPIA

After breaking his pattern of releasing albums every other year, Tyler The Creator returned with his new album, CHROMAKOPIA, on October 28. The album dropped after the teaser on October 16, featuring a glimpse of the first track, “St. Chroma,” featuring Daniel Caesar. In the days leading up to the…

by maimoonayousuf  •  Jan 15, 2025
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12 Grapes at Midnight: Exploring the New Year’s Eve Tradition

As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, millions of people around the world quickly eat 12 grapes before the minute ends. This Spanish tradition promotes good fortune and luck in the 12 months ahead. And each grape represents a wish you want to work on becoming the best…

by Sophie Shepherd  •  Jan 15, 2025
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Should Finals be Before or After Break?

What are your thoughts?

by Layla Reed  •  Jan 14, 2025
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Vibrant Growth in Waukee

Waukee is rapidly expanding, providing more opportunities to connect with your community and save some gas!

by Daniella Nanduhura  •  Jan 10, 2025
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Many Laws Affect Transgender Minors

In recent years transgender related subjects have been very controversial. Many laws have been made limiting transgender minors and their treatment. Such laws include House File 180, which according to itself, prohibits schools from “Facilitating any accommodation that is intended to affirm a student’s gender identity, if that gender identity…

by Charlotte Blakley  •  Jan 9, 2025
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Happy New Year’s!

Do students at Waukee High School set resolutions?

by Falyn DeBord  •  Jan 9, 2025