Life On The Other Side: Two teachers share their outside school passions

Just as every person is unique, teachers are also much more than meet the eye. Kailyn Bettle teaches composition and perception, modern literature and is the ELP teacher. Outside of school, Bettle...

After National Mental Health Day, Alive and Running shares insights for maintaining health

Last Saturday was National Mental Health Day. The national holiday is to...

What’s in your backback? Five students reveal share their rediscoveries

During C lunch on Oct. 14, I asked five students what the...

Lockscreens reveal sentiments of each user

A screen lights up in a crowded hallway between class periods, stays...

Teachers recall their instructors who made a difference on them

A good teacher can make a difference in a student’s life. Sophomore...

AI forcing teachers to rethink instruction
By Savannah Stine on October 2, 2026
AI is something no one can avoid, including teachers like math and programming teacher Briana Goodenbour at the high school. “In the future, they (students)...
In her classroom, Peet teacher draws from adversity to build possibilities
By Amira Fauser on October 1, 2026
An unsupportive math teacher at Hudson High School once told world studies teacher Shantel Grothoff, “You either get it or you don’t.” Years later, that...
Esports plugging in for another successful season
By Connor Dunn on September 29, 2026
Coach Brian Unruh and the CF Esports team kicked off their season this past week. The teams play their matches at the Ambush Arena, located...
Local care worker reflects on joys of her job
By McKenzie Diehl on June 3, 2026
National Smile Day was created at Compassionate Dental Care in Lake in the Hills, Illinois by Dr. Tim Stirneman and Jim Wojdyla. They began the...
More students share summer plans
By Shyla Tovar-Goecken on June 3, 2026
As summer approaches, students are preparing for a mix of activities that range from work and travel to spending time outdoors and with friends. Many...