Family reflects value of love
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
February 24, 2012
When thinking of family, the thought is often accompanied by the word tradition, along with love and strength. Ironically enough, a tradition in my family seems to be having somewhat of a nontraditional love. When my grandpa passed away in early November of this year, I saw my grandma, his... (more...)
Swimmer competes in State semi-finals
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
February 21, 2012
Junior Taylor Spencer competed in the 100 butterfly semi-finals for the girls swim team on Friday, February 17, at the rec-plex in St. Charles. According to Spencer, she was accompanied by supportive teammates and friends at the competition at St. Charles. “Courtney Bomberger came up with... (more...)
Swim prepares for ILC Conference
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
February 7, 2012
As the end of the season is near, the girls’ swim team prepares for the last meets of the season by taking it easy, according to coach Megan Sassenrath. “We have begun tapering, so we’ve cut our yardage down significantly last week and this week to rest the girls’ muscles for fast swims... (more...)
FFA prepares for upcoming events
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
January 11, 2012
This past Tuesday, January 10, Cass Career Center FFA held its January meeting with more than forty members attending. According to FFA Reporter, junior Emily Hix, FFA members discussed the upcoming Barnwarming dance during the meeting. The annual Chapter Barnwarming Dance will be at North... (more...)
New wrestlers help start season off with wins
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
December 9, 2011
As boys’ wrestling began with a win over Ruskin 53-27 and Grandview 66-17 on December 1, new wrestlers proved they could pull their weight. “It was a nice start to the season with winning both of our duals. We have several new guys in our lineup and I was very proud of how well they went... (more...)
DECA promotes itself through spirit week
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
November 8, 2011
In order to get the “DECA word out,” DECA’s spirit week is taking place this week at the Cass Career Center. DECA (Distributive Education Club of America ) gives students an opportunity to become better leaders. According to DECA sponsor, Amy Miller, who also teaches marketing at the... (more...)
SADD and PRIDE observe Red Ribbon Week
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
October 24, 2011
Throughout the district in October, Red Ribbon Week creates awareness of the dangers of drugs and alcohol among students. According to counselor Carolyn Johnston, Red Ribbon Week is a time to help students become drug free or make a pledge to be drug free. “I would like to see it be more... (more...)
Pressure affects teen girls
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
October 10, 2011
To a teen girl, the pressure to be a perfect 10 is an unpleasant feeling. Expectations are hard to live up to, and judgment is a harsh reality. Pressure to be the best version of yourself is everywhere. Nothing is wrong with that. What is wrong is tearing yourself down because of feeling unworthy... (more...)
How to get the year started right
Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
August 31, 2011
Absence makes the heart grow fonder. That may be true for love but not so much for school. After a summer, which probably consisted of lounging around, sleeping all day, and let’s be honest, not much of anything, how are so-called students supposed to get back to being students so quickly?... (more...)
Track season continues with momentum
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
April 15, 2011
With senior’s experience and freshmen’s new outlook, this years track team is looking at a consistent start and continuation to their season. According to senior Caleb Roberts, who runs the 4×1 and 4×2, the team is doing well. “We are doing good.” said Roberts, “when... (more...)
Students unfortunately lack bodily control
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
April 15, 2011
It is quite the curious situation, when you are sitting in class, and the person sitting next to you decides to let loose and without mercy, flatulate. That is not cool, right? It should not be socially acceptable and polite to let one rip in a public place, shower their boogers all over you,... (more...)
Senior golfers plan to lead team to victory
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
April 1, 2011
Although the boys golf team had a challenging start to their 2010-2011 season, the team’s morale continues to remain strong. The varsity boys have been victorious against Knob Noster, Smith-cotton, and Grain Valley but also lost to Pleasant Hill, Warrensburg, Jefferson City and Excelsior... (more...)
Lady Cats basketball season ends with a loss, but an exceptional record
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
March 4, 2011
All great things come to an end and the 2010-2011 girls basketball season was no exception. The Lady Cats lost to Pleasant Hill 24-31 on February 25 , ending their season. According to senior Karson Wilson, emotions were running high due to the loss. “We all wanted that district title so... (more...)
Girls baskeball keeps heads up after devastating loss
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
February 21, 2011
You win some and you lose some. However, that does not mean the ones lost do not hurt any less. The Lady Wildcats basketball team lost a heart-breaker at the last second against Grain Valley 49-50 at home this past Thursday. The team bounced back the following night by defeating Odessa 54-37... (more...)
Girls swim make progress throughout season
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
January 28, 2011
There may be snow on the ground, but some athletes are diving into the water nearly every day after school. The HHS girls swim team is creating quite a splash as they continue through their 2010-2011 season. According to coach Kelly Anstaett, the swimmers are still working hard by increasing... (more...)
Inception entertains audiences
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
September 3, 2010
I had heard so many people say that the movie “Inception” would change my life this summer, but I highly doubted that statement. Sure, the previews looked cool and Leonardo DiCaprio was the leading man. What was not to like? I thought about it for about five seconds, and then told myself,... (more...)
Students tour Europe over summer break
Maria Sanchez, Staff Writer
September 3, 2010
While some Harrisonville students were lounging around the house watching reruns this summer, others were lounging around Italy and Greece, watching the sea from various cobblestone streets. Matthew Tarwater, a history teacher at HMS, created this 10-day adventure for some of his students. “I... (more...)
