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Deadline for class speaker applications approaches on Thursday
The senior class of 2023 is getting down to the wire with preparations for graduation. As the honorary tradition continues of having a senior speaker...
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Choir pops concert will feature Broadway songs
The pops concert is a talent-show-like choir concert that allows choir students the ability to sing solo or in a group without the rest of...
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Students assist in community food assistance effort on MLK Day
Students and community members got together at the UNI Dome on Jan. 16 to pack meals for children facing food insecurity in the Cedar Valley. ...
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Holmes freshmen begin swimming unit
The swimming unit at the two junior high schools began the week of Jan. 17-20, and it lead to mixed feelings for those participating. “Before...
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Holmes variety show continues to prep March shows
The variety show is a production that showcases the talents of the Holmes Junior High School students. Featuring singing, dancing, drama, stunts, comedy and more,...
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New autism code will assist safety personal with communication
Those acquiring a driver’s permit recently may notice an unexpected question. “Have you been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder?” It started when Iowa Autistic advocate...
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Holmes candy cane sales nets $1,500 for families
Every year, the Holmes Junior High student council sells candy canes during lunch to raise money for Canes for a Cause. Julie Rouse, one of...
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Students pitch in to keep campus clean
Right before the holiday break, administrators threatened to close the campus due to excessive trash on school grounds. Some students made an extra effort to...
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Poetry Out Loud kicking off first year at Holmes
Poetry Out Loud, a program not new to the high school that lets students memorize poetry and perform it in front of judges with the...
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CAPS students hold demo day in late November
On Wednesday, Nov. 30, a group of students from CAPS Careers presented at their Demo Day. During Demo Day, all of the teams get together...
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Volunteer club focuses on giving
As the giving season starts back up, the volunteer club focuses on helping students develop lifelong habits of learning and service by promoting the importance of supporting their communities....
