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What’s in Your Backback?

By Cambree Miller and Allie Kummer We went around the school this week to find out what students really carry in their backpacks. Four students agreed to dump out their bags and show us everything inside. Here’s what we found: Senior Heidi Miller had a total of 21 items in her backpack. She said herContinue reading “What’s in Your Backback?”

Ranking the Best (and Worst) School Lunches

By Brynna Owens School lunches are always a hot topic—everyone has strong opinions, and everyone has a favorite. So I set out to rank the best meals our cafeteria serves and ask a few students what they think, too. My Top Lunch Rankings I also really miss the orange chicken and rice they served lastContinue reading “Ranking the Best (and Worst) School Lunches”

Bulldogs at Work: Sonic

By Hailey Gregory and Addison Kettler Have you ever been to Sonic? If you live in Garnett, chances are you’ve grabbed a drink or ordered food there at least once. As one of the few fast-food spots in town, it’s also a popular workplace for Anderson County High School students—especially because Sonic hires younger thanContinue reading “Bulldogs at Work: Sonic”

A Day in the Life of a Custodian at ACJSHS

By Eva Brecheisen Featuring Custodian Theresa Kettler When my shift starts, the first thing I do is get my supplies ready and organize everything I’ll need for the day. I always take a quick walk around to see what needs attention before I settle into my routine. If it’s a game day, my plan changes,Continue reading “A Day in the Life of a Custodian at ACJSHS”

Dance and Cheer perform at State competition

By Emma Jordan The Anderson County cheer and dance teams performed at the KSHSAA state competition at Stormont Vail in Topeka on November 21 and 22. The dance team performed on the 21st, while the cheer team performed on the 22nd. All students were welcome to go and support their cheerleaders. They were able toContinue reading “Dance and Cheer perform at State competition”

“The Drowsy Chaperone” premieres at ACJSHS

By Emma Jordan On Friday, November 13, the Anderson County drama department put on the annual fall musical. This year, they performed “The Drowsy Chaperone” directed by Mrs. Markham and Mrs. Goetz and choreographed by Holly, Rayan Kulhman, and Heidi Miller. The musical began at 7 p.m. and had no intermission due to its shorterContinue reading ““The Drowsy Chaperone” premieres at ACJSHS”

What Students Really Think About Thanksgiving Food & Fun

By Allie Kummer and Hailey Gregory We sent out a Thanksgiving survey to see what students actually like (and hate) about the holiday—and the results did not disappoint. First, the biggest shocker: Stuffing is the most hated food at our school. A few students wrote “Cranberry things,” and one person even put “human,” which… hopefullyContinue reading “What Students Really Think About Thanksgiving Food & Fun”

As Finals Near, New Policy Raises Questions

By Brynna Owen Last year, AP Government held an election where student-created political parties proposed new school policies. The winning party, “The Gold Diggers,” introduced a policy that took effect this school year: any student who has an A for their semester grade does not have to take a final in that class. The goalContinue reading “As Finals Near, New Policy Raises Questions”

Interview with Principal Marshall Nienstedt

By Eva Brecheisen How long have you been working here? This is my 9th year. What motivates you to do a good job every day? I think what motivates me to do a good job is the town and the school. I never want to let students and staff down by not giving it myContinue reading “Interview with Principal Marshall Nienstedt”

Robot Babies Giving Students a Taste of Parenthood

By Kylah Stoy In Mrs. Corley’s Family Studies class, students are taking home a robotic baby to experience the struggles and joy of being a mom or dad. The responsibility of parenthood is an important life lesson that Family Studies teaches. Some students had an easier time of it than others. Sophomore student Jaelyn LeyserContinue reading “Robot Babies Giving Students a Taste of Parenthood”