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Trending Now Announced as Homecoming Theme

“Trending Now” Announced as Homecoming Theme

Jacob Lindsey, Staff Writer September 19, 2018

Student Council announced that the theme for fall homecoming will be "Trending Now." The hashtag for social media will be "#JCHSistrendingnow." The spirit days will beup days for the week will be: Movie...

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School Planners Not Purchased For 2018-2019 School Year

Noah Johnson, A&E Editor September 12, 2018

If you’re a returning student to JCHS, one thing you probably have, or have not noticed, is the lack of a student planner. To some, the planner was a necessity, but to many others it was just a hall...

New High School Floor Plans Release

New High School Floor Plans Release

Jacob Hermanson, Staff Writer August 31, 2018

The initial floor plans for the new high school being built in USD 475 have been released. The floor plans show the main building that features a main hall with separate wings for each academy branching...

JCHS adopted a new bell schedule for the 2018-2019 year.

Students and Staff Adjust to New Schedule

Tray Minor, Staff Writer August 31, 2018

One of the big changes to occur this year is the new schedule. The school schedule is met with mixed opinions. Advisory now occurs three times a week rather than everyday day. The class meets Wednesday...

Junior Kaitlyn Elliot works on Algebra 2 in a personalized learning class on Friday August 31st.

New Personalized Learning Classes Offer Students More Flexibility

Taryn Tanguay, Sports Editor August 31, 2018

Junction City High School is piloting a new personalized learning program this year that is open for enrollment to juniors taking English 3, World History, Algebra 2, and Chemistry 1 classes. Personalized...

Seniors show their school spirit by participating in the JU chant.

PHOTOS: Pride Assembly

Jacob Lindsey, Photographer August 22, 2018

A pride assembly was held in Shenk gym for all students and staff on Friday August 17th. This pride assembly was different from a pep rally, because they focused on the school dress code, school traditions,...

Graduates of the class of 2018 prepare to recieve their diplomas at the commecement ceremony on May 19.

Class of 2018 Say Their Goodbyes at Commencement Ceremony

Morgan Deering, Staff Writer May 22, 2018

The class of 2018 celebrated their graduation commencement on Saturday, May 19. Due to potentially hazardous weather, the ceremony was moved from outside at Al Simpler Stadium to inside at Shenk Gymnasium. Principal...

Fortnite Season 4 Trailer Preview

Introducing Fortnite: The New Video Game That Has Taken The World By Storm

Jason Chen, Staff Writer May 3, 2018

Fortnite, one of the most renowned games, developed by Epic Games, rose to popularity in late 2017- 2018, and has spread its popularity to mobile devices. Fortnite mobile is a touch-controlled version...

 Trombone Quartet members William Osorio, Cody Molloy, Luke Hughes, Calvin Range, and Band Director Jared Morris.

State Solo and Ensemble Festival Results

Hannah Mancini, Staff Writer May 1, 2018

On Saturday, April 28th, Junction City High School Band, Orchestra, and Choir students traveled to State Solo and Ensemble at Washburn Rural High School for ensemble and individual performance. The following...

New Scholarships Now Available

New Scholarships Now Available

Morgan Deering, Staff Writer April 11, 2018

There are new scholarships available for seniors who are preparing to graduate. Information for the scholarships can be located on the scholarship page of the JCHS home page. 1. Seniors- Scholarships...

Prom dresses are available in room 217.

Prom Closet Provides Inexpensive Alternatives For Prom Dresses

Amber McCarthy, Staff Writer April 5, 2018

Every year many girls complain about the price of prom dresses and about not wanting to spend a lot of money. Instead of going out and spending hundreds of dollars on a dress, students can get a dress...

Back from left to right: Dominiqe Gann, Isaiah Poulson , Jacob Childs , And Nicholas Spellman Front From Left to right: Dillion Duncan, Nicholas Paradas , Mckenna Brown , and Mackenzie Haddix

Nine Singers Attend KMEA State Choir

Tray Minor and March 29, 2018

The Junction City High school Chamber choir had nine students qualify for the KMEA (Kansas Musical Educators Association) State Choir this year. For many of these students, this is their first year...

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