Technology

May 3, 2013
Filed under Editorials, Opinion

Just when you thought a piece of technology was as advanced as it possibly could be, your wrong and it becomes more advanced. Recently there have been a wide variety of improvements in technology from shoes, to smart phones. Technology has appeared more and more in our society lately. In the recent... Read more »

How to Survive Winter Break

December 14, 2012
Filed under Editorials, Entertainment, News, Opinion

With Finals coming up, it is very easy to only focus on those and completely forget about the end of the semester and winter break. We're here to make sure that this winter break is one to be remember forever. - COMMUNICATION! As cliche as it sounds this is always a number one rule in getting anything... Read more »

Study Tips for Finals

December 10, 2012
Filed under Editorials, News, Opinion

Well everyone, it’s Finals Time. Get ready for the most stressful, sleepless, and tiring week of the first semester. (But somewhat rewarding) Here are some helpful tips to keep you on the right track for acing those pesky exams! 1. Probably the number one tip I can give to all of you is to NOT... Read more »

Last Minute Homecoming Ideas

October 8, 2012
Filed under Editorials, Entertainment, Opinion

Well, Sydney and I had all intentions on writing a quick little blog about sweet ways people got asked to homecoming. The only problem is that once we started asking around we realized that this year, people didn’t really get asked in cool ways. We found that people just had mutual agreements that... Read more »

How to Survive The First Football Game

August 30, 2012
Filed under Editorials, Opinion

The first game of the season is right around the corner! We’re here to give you a few pointers on how to make it through the first varsity game of the year! GET LOUD! Shawnee Mission West is known for an enthusiastic, rambunctious and rowdy crowd. Even if you get to the game late and end up... Read more »

August 24, 2012
Filed under Editorials, Opinion

Freshman year was a whirlwind of new experiences, people, classes, and activities.  Last year the class of 2015 was finally in the “big” high school and got to do the two things middle schoolers look forward to most: playing sports and going to school dances. As elementary and middle school students... Read more »

Open Lunch Should Be a Possibility

December 2, 2011
Filed under Editorials, Opinion

If you look around at all of the restaurants around school, you’ll see a Mr. Goodcents, an Arby’s, a McDonald’s, and even a Pizza Shoppe. Just thinking about these tasty restaurants may be enough to make your mouth water, but there are imaginary bars on their doors that are locking students out;... Read more »

The Nordic Nasties

January 21, 2011
Filed under Editorials, Opinion

Winter has arrived, and thus basketball has as well. Once or twice a week a countless number fans pack into a gym and want nothing more than to see their team pull out a victory. There are two things you can count on once you enter the gym: cheering fans and a great time. At least that’s what was... Read more »