By Allie Kummer This year, Anderson County Jr./Sr. High School has one international student, Laura Westenholz, a junior from Sønderborg, Denmark. Laura came to Garnett this school year and is currently staying with Nora Thompson. When Laura first arrived at ACJSHS, she felt excited to experience a new school and culture. One of the firstContinue reading “From Denmark to ACJSHS: Laura’s Exchange Student Exxperience”
Category Archives: Student Life
What Do Students Do for Work?
By: Cambree Miller A lot of students at Anderson County Jr./Sr. High School have jobs outside of school. Some work at local businesses, while others have their own businesses. These jobs give students a way to make some money while also getting work experience. Sophomore Brody Clark works at Sonic. When he is working, BrodyContinue reading “What Do Students Do for Work?”
What Students Like to Spend Money On
By Allie Kummer Most of us enjoy spending our own money on things we like. For some students, that means going out to eat, getting snacks from the vending machine, or buying coffee and other drinks. Junior Lilly Wadewitz said she likes going to Short Stop and buying energy drinks. Sophomore Cambree Miller enjoys gettingContinue reading “What Students Like to Spend Money On”
Embarrassing School Moments
By Cambree Miller Everyone has had an embarrassing moment at school that they probably wish they could forget. I asked three students to anonymously share some of their most embarrassing school moments. Here’s what they said: “Once in third grade, I came to school with no pants on. My mom didn’t notice because I hadContinue reading “Embarrassing School Moments”
Morning Practices Help Athletes Beat the Heat
By Cambree Miller A prolonged heat wave has brought dangerously high temperatures to the Kansas City area, prompting several Anderson County High School sports teams to move practices to the morning. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Kansas City area through 8 p.m. Sept. 8. Temperatures are expected toContinue reading “Morning Practices Help Athletes Beat the Heat”
Senior Wills Continued
June 30, 2026 In the final quarter of the 2025-2026 school year, seniors in Mrs. Elliott’s English 12 class were asked to write a “senior will.” Like a final will and testament, a will-maker (the senior) gifts or passes something down to a beneficiary or beneficiaries. These senior wills have been released on The BulldogContinue reading “Senior Wills Continued”
Senior Wills Continued
June 23, 2026 In the final quarter of the 2025-2026 school year, seniors in Mrs. Elliott’s English 12 class were asked to write a “senior will.” Like a final will and testament, a will-maker (the senior) gifts or passes something down to a beneficiary or beneficiaries. These senior wills have been released on The BulldogContinue reading “Senior Wills Continued”
Senior Wills Continued
May 22, 2026 Like a final will and testament, a will-maker (the senior) gifts or passes something down to a beneficiary or beneficiaries. Over the next few weeks, The Bulldog Barker will release the “Senior Wills” of the seniors who have granted permission for their wills to be published. Be sure to stay tuned andContinue reading “Senior Wills Continued”
Senior Wills II
Day 2: May 11, 2026 Graduation season is here, and ACHS seniors are set to receive their diplomas and turn their tassels on Saturday, May 16, beginning at 10 a.m. at the football stadium. In reflection of their high school experiences, students in Mrs. Elliott’s 12th-grade English class were asked to leave some final wordsContinue reading “Senior Wills II”
Senior Wills
Graduation season is here, and ACHS seniors are set to receive their diplomas and turn their tassels on Saturday, May 16, beginning at 10 a.m. at the football stadium. In reflection of their high school experiences, students in Mrs. Elliott’s 12th-grade English class were asked to leave some final words of wisdom and advice inContinue reading “Senior Wills”
