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Drip With Meaning: Freshman’s journey with jewelry embedded with stories
Holmes freshman Sohpia VanWinkle is considerably well-known for her on-brand and stylish clothing. Winkle takes time each night to set out an elaborate and customized...
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Holmes teachers reflect and pass on Halloween traditions
In 1989, one teacher was dressing up as a pumpkin for her very first Halloween, while another was already deep into trick-or-treating dressed as G.I....
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Mexican exchange student adjusting to America
When senior Maria Ramirez first came to Cedar Falls, she set out for independence and was determined to push herself out of her comfort zone....
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Fall traditions bring Holmes students closer to family, food, fun
As leaves crunch underfoot and the crisp scent of autumn fills the air, old traditions begin to resurface—gatherings around warm meals, shared stories and the...
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Counselor offers seniors tips for writing effective college essays
Thrust into a whirlpool of information, lost, tumbling past a sea of deadlines and all the while sinking closer and closer to the unknown void...
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Holmes freshmen share study tips
Students are using a mix of in-class focus and digital tools to manage their academic work and study more effectively. Holmes freshman Lily Garvin is...
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Juniors think about next year
emotionally and mentally. “I feel very sad and lonely,” Naseri said. “Most of my friend group and the people I would talk to throughout the...
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High school Spanish teachers open new career chapters in move to Brazil
After more than a decade of teaching, laughter and unforgettable moments, the high school is giving a heartfelt farewell to two beloved members of its...
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Students share recommendations for classes
In every high school, students have classes they love and classes they can’t stand. Everyone has different opinions, and the reasons can be interesting. Let’s...
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Teens embrace skincare routines for confidence, health
Starting and maintaining a simple skincare routine during your teenage years is essential for healthy skin and building lifelong self-care habits. Sticking to this routine...
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Phone ban or same old rule? How does Iowa’s new law look inside Cedar Falls classrooms
If you step into a classroom at Cedar Falls High School these days—or really, any classroom in Iowa—you might think you accidentally walked into a library… or a witness...
