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FFA State CDE’s

By Kaylee Scheckel, Morgan Gooding, and Hayleigh Spears This past weekend, several Anderson County FFA members traveled to Manhattan to attend and compete in the Kansas State Career Development Events (CDE) contests. Students competed in a variety of events and represented Anderson County well throughout the trip. One of the students interviewed was sophomore SageContinue reading “FFA State CDE’s”

Students Share Ideas for a Printed Bulldog Barker

By Emma Jordan What would students think about a printed copy of The Bulldog Barker? The school is considering creating a printed version of the newspaper that students could pick up around campus. It would share information about school activities, sports, and events, similar to the online version. This raises the question of what studentsContinue reading “Students Share Ideas for a Printed Bulldog Barker”

Day on the Farm Brings Hands-On Learning to Elementary Students

By Lilly Dunkin and Jaelyn Leyser This week, elementary students in grades 1–3 participated in the annual Day on the Farm, where they had the opportunity to learn about agriculture, farm animals, and equipment through hands-on presentations. Several students and presenters from ACHS FFA brought animals and equipment to share with the younger students. JuniorsContinue reading “Day on the Farm Brings Hands-On Learning to Elementary Students”

A Night in Rio Brings the Heat : ACHS Prom Delivers a Night to Remember

By Emma Jordan and Chloe Moore On Saturday, May 18, the ACHS juniors hosted this year’s senior prom and they definitely delivered. The night kicked off at 5 p.m. with photos by Rockers Photography, giving everyone a chance to show off their outfits before the main event. By 6:45, parents filled the auditorium to watchContinue reading “A Night in Rio Brings the Heat : ACHS Prom Delivers a Night to Remember”

Golfers Push Through Rough Weather at Paola Tournament

By Landon Totten On April 13, the golf team competed in an intense tournament in Paola. Golf is a sport where players try to hit a ball into a hole in as few strokes as possible. It’s a simple concept, but the competition can get serious fast. This tournament was even more challenging because ofContinue reading “Golfers Push Through Rough Weather at Paola Tournament”

Music Regional Festival (KSHSAA) “Road To State”

By Brayden Friend and Brynna Owen On April 11, 2026, at Mill Valley High School, student musicians from both the band and the choir showcased their talents through a variety of solo performances and small-ensemble pieces. The event highlighted not only musical skill but also the dedication and growth of the students involved. At 8Continue reading “Music Regional Festival (KSHSAA) “Road To State””

Bulldogs Fall Short in Close Doubleheader Against Iola

By Westin Wright On Tuesday, April 14, the Anderson County Bulldogs faced the Iola Mustangs in a challenging baseball matchup that highlighted the importance of teamwork and resilience. Every player, whether on the field or in the dugout, plays a role in a team’s success, and keeping a positive mindset is key when it comesContinue reading “Bulldogs Fall Short in Close Doubleheader Against Iola”

Teacher’s Thoughts On Gen Z Slang Terms

By Paisley Clinton and Karlie Feuerborn Teachers can have a reputation for not exactly being “with it” (if you catch our drift!). However, when we asked six teachers to try to define some common Gen Z terms, we were surprised to find that they weren’t as out of the loop as we thought! Mr. SmithContinue reading “Teacher’s Thoughts On Gen Z Slang Terms”

Easter Bunny: Fact or Myth?

By Emma Jordan and Chloe Moore Many people want to know if students here at ACHS think that we are too old for the Easter bunny, so we sent out a survey around the school and received a lot of responses. The first response we received was from Senior Kris Holloway, who said that itContinue reading “Easter Bunny: Fact or Myth?”

Why Some Students Think the Dress Code Is Outdated

By Brynna Owen A lot of students feel like the school dress code is outdated and doesn’t really match how students dress today. One of the biggest complaints is the rule against shoulders and crop tops, which are often called “distracting” or “inappropriate.” Many students disagree with that. Shoulders and stomachs are just normal partsContinue reading “Why Some Students Think the Dress Code Is Outdated”