Editor-in-Chief Kayt Dahn says goodbye
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
May 18, 2012
Despite the fact that I generally found myself complaining about everything and everyone in this school, the truth is, I actually might kind of, sort of, in small doses, miss this awful place. Madi, I freaking love you to death, despite the fact you are my sister and I’ve had no other choice... (more...)
Bullying envelopes students’ lives
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
April 9, 2012
On February 27, a student opened fire in the lunchroom at Chardon High School in Ohio, killing three students and injuring two. No one at the school had expected it, but with the issues that students deal with daily it is impossible to predict what will overcome them. On February 28, a Kansas... (more...)
Power outage threatens to end school day
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
March 7, 2012
The power went out at HHS, CCC, HMS and ECC this morning around 9:45 causing some confusion and caos into an otherwise normal day. Power was also knocked out around town including Cass County Regional Medical Center. The outage occurred due to a failed transformer located near Lexington Ave.... (more...)
Rethinking Priorities
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
February 24, 2012
At a time in our lives where we are about to close a chapter, maybe we should start making sure we are ending it in a way we want to remember it. I realized this a few days ago. While spending my day shopping with my mom and sister, things quickly changed. Shots were fired throughout the mall,... (more...)
Winter Homecoming spirit appears throughout the school
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
February 7, 2012
This week HHS is getting in spirit for Winter Homecoming this Friday, February 10. The spirit days are as follow: Monday- Sexy Tractor Day, Tuesday- Down on the Farm, Wednesday- Should’ve Been a Cowboy, Thursday- Fish’n Flannel, and Friday- Barefoot Blue Jean Night. This year’s candidates... (more...)
Music Makers places first in competition
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
January 10, 2012
This past weekend Music Makers placed first in the mid-size school division, during their competition at the State Fair Community College “Showfest” in Sedelia, Mo. Music Makers director Kip Mathew, feels that the show went well. “I think we did a good job. I haven’t had the chance... (more...)
Pressure consumes individuals
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
December 8, 2011
Part of being a teenager is dealing with pressures. Rather they be those of school, teachers or parents, the pressure quickly adds up. But for some students it seems that the biggest pressure they face is themselves. Having expectations for yourself is a part of success. You need to be able... (more...)
Food drive held to provide meals during holiday season
Kayt Dahn, Editor- in- Chief
October 25, 2011
To most kids, the words “Trick or Treat” just simply means that candy will be supplied. Yet, because of the HHS Drama Club, for others, it means dinner. For six years now, the Drama Club, and the Cass RIX school district have been teaming up for a Halloween food drive. Trick or Treat So... (more...)
Lack of tradition causes loss of memories
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
October 10, 2011
I remember my Freshman year, that I, as well as all of my friends were extremely excited about Homecoming. Being able to go and pick out a dress, find a date, get ready with all the girls, go out to eat and then go to the dance on Saturday night. It is what all of football season was for. It... (more...)
And that’s a wrap!
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
April 15, 2011
When the lights fall on the cast of “Singing in the Rain” on Sunday night, it will wrap up what has been a very “excellent” year for the HHS Players according to drama teacher, Annetta Snowden. The HHS Players have put on three plays this year with the theme of water. They have done:... (more...)
Baseball team dives into 2011 season with high expectations
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2011
After having a losing record in their tournament last week, the boys baseball team is ready to “start clicking” and have a winning season. “We had a lot of positive moments and good plays [in the tournament],” said senior Jasen McGee. “We just need to keep putting plays together.” The... (more...)
Cyberbullying carries legal ramifications
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
March 11, 2011
Some threats are simple jokes between friends, others are serious and could have victims. However with social networks such as Facebook, and Twitter, the seriousness of these threats can be hard to decipher. With the rise of social networks and electronic technology, cyberbullying has become... (more...)
Petting zoo entertains children during FFA Week
Kayt Dahn, Editor-In-Chief
March 4, 2011
A blonde little girl walks outside, stops, a huge grin appears on her face, she then looks and runs toward the bunny, yelling, “I want to pet the bunny! I LOVE bunnies!” ECC kindergartners found themselves saying this past Thursday while the local FFA organization put on a petting zoo. The... (more...)
Administrators implement new safety program
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2011
With the recent shootings that have taken place in Nebraska and Arizona, people are on a higher alert for dangerous situations. Schools are no exception to this and HHS is taking extra steps in order to prepare students for an intruder situation. Administrators have been spending days in... (more...)
Students reveal group stereotypes
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
January 4, 2011
Students often know what everyday holds for them and their friends, but rarely do they ever take a moment to try to imagine what it would be like being a different ‘type’. Students from every ‘group’ have different experiences, characteristics, personalities, and expectations than everyone... (more...)
Students help shield Carver family from Phelps protest
Kayt Dahn, Editor- In- Chief
November 23, 2010
Earlier today silence and tears fell amongst the Harrisonville community as fallen soldier, Jacob Carver’s funeral, processed down Mechanic Street. However, just a few minutes before all that could be heard was shouting, singing and profanity. Jacob Carver, of Midway, was killed in active... (more...)
FCCLA hopes to educate students of opposite sex
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2010
Men are a mystery to women just as much as women are to men. The school’s FCCLA (Family Career Community Leaders of America) group is trying to give insight to both. The group found their answer at the FCCLA regional conference. His name is Justin Lookadoo. According to Lookadoo’s site,... (more...)
Serious issues affect students
Kayt Dahn, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2010
The opinions in this story are based off the survey recently sent out by The Pride. The following information is taken from student responses directly from the surveys. Every effort was made to give these surveys to students from every race, gender, grade, and group in order to represent all... (more...)
