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2020 elections having students stressed out
Throughout the week of Nov. 2, multiple conversation topics drifted towards the election, rather than schoolwork. Classroom discussions generally shifted to politics at least once...
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Orchestra students utilize online resources for COVID safe performances
Tuning up in orchestra this year has taken a little longer than year’s past. “To be honest, this year has been tough. Half of the...
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Global competency roundtable sparks conversation about lack of diversity in teaching staff
Signs with handwritten messages are held high above the heads of protestors as they flood Cedar Falls main street, chanting out, “No justice, No peace.”...
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Choir students accepted for All State through virtual auditions
After months of planning and rearranging, the Iowa All-State Music Festival was canceled, leaving high school musicians wondering what that meant for the audition process...
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New waterloo skatepark receives positive feedback from skaters
A thrilling drop into the bowl, followed by a smooth ride down to the ramps. At the new Waterloo Skatepark anyone and everyone is welcome. ...
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Holmes counselor receives state honor
From calming student worries to celebrating their victories in and out of school, Holmes counselor Angela Wittmer was chosen as the best choice for the...
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DECA members prepare for competitions during COVID
DECA advisers Mike Hansel and Julie Cuvelier, two business teachers, are working together with students to make DECA happen. DECA (Distributive Business Clubs of America)...
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Waterloo West receives positive feedback from students about hybrid learning plan
Senior Isaiah Pena of Waterloo West, wakes up feeling distraught and nervous. It’s later than usual and Pena is worried he will be late. It’s...
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Seniors prepare to vote in their first election
Many seniors are preparing to vote in their first ever election, one that many consider to be the most important one the country has ever...
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Robotics team utilizes online tools to prepare for upcoming competitions
The robotics team celebrates during a 2019 competition. The 2020 robotics team is looking a little differently this year because of COVID-19. The team meetings...
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Blackhawk Children’s Theater auditions for Beetlejuice Jr. open Oct. 30, Nov. 1
Standing center stage, audience roaring, spotlights shine in the performers’ eyes after they finish a song they spent almost nine weeks working to perfect. After the show, their castmates...
