News
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Counselors tout course, career planning benefits of Xello
As the end of the school year approaches, so does graduation and scheduling for next year’s classes. In this time counselors try to urge students...
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Drama club holds fundraisers for new mics
The drama club will be holding a bake sale fundraiser in the Tiger’s Den on Feb. 7 and 8. The sale will be open from...
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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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Battle of the Books: Students kick off year of club reading for competition
Laughter echoes through the library as students flip through pages, quiz each other on plot twists and race to remember which character saved the day. Battle of the Books...
