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””
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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Why Some Students Think the Dress Code Is Outdated
By Brynna Owen A lot of students feel like the school dress code is outdated and doesn’t really match how students dress today.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 Shoulders and stomachs are just normal partsContinue reading “Why Some Students Think the Dress Code Is Outdated”
FSCC Aggie Days Contests
By Kaylee Scheckel, Morgan Gooding, and Hayleigh Spears This past Friday, April 3, Anderson County FFA members traveled to Fort Scott Community College to compete in a variety of agriculture-related contests during Aggie Days. Events included livestock judging, food science, vet science, poultry, milk quality, entomology, farm management, floriculture, meats, and nursery and landscape. SeveralContinue reading “FSCC Aggie Days Contests”
Students Share Their Dream Colleges
By Lilly Wadewitz Many students at ACJHS plan to attend college after graduation, each with their own goals and dream schools. A group of students was asked where they hope to go and why. Freshman Landon Totton shared that his dream college is Louisiana State University. He said he is excited about the opportunity toContinue reading “Students Share Their Dream Colleges”
FBLA State Competition
By Hailey Gregory and Addison Kettler Do students know what FBLA stands for? FBLA, or Future Business Leaders of America, recently held its state competition from March 30 to March 31 at the Stormont Vail Events Center in Topeka. This year, Anderson County had a strong group of students attend the competition. In total, 22Continue reading “FBLA State Competition”
Day in the Life of Students
By Paisley Clinton and Karlie Feuerborn From early alarms to late nights on their phones, students stay busy all day long. Between school, sports, jobs, and responsibilities at home, their routines can be packed and sometimes exhausting. Even though every student’s day looks a little different, they all have to balance a lot. Senior LizzyContinue reading “Day in the Life of Students”
What If Students Made the Rules?
By Kora Gaines What if students made the rules instead of teachers and principals? While the idea may seem unrealistic, it raises an interesting question: would school be more enjoyable and effective if students had a stronger voice in decision-making? To explore this idea, several students were asked which rules they would change and whichContinue reading “What If Students Made the Rules?”