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Video: Canvas hack causes chaos
Singing at the choir concert, freshman Claire Kummer steps up to the microphone. The spring concert took place on April 30 in the Summit auditorium.
Juniors Ali Zhang, Addie Mueller, Trevor Jenkins, and sophomore Ishaan Banker pose for a photo at the Washington University Chemistry Tournament (WUCT). The four competed on April 11 on the campus of Washington University. (photo used with permission by Teddy Gray)
Choir shines in the Sunshine State
Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) break down extremely slowly, and are often found in water supplies and the environment. (illustration by Laura Gordon)
The illustration shows the view of Earth from the far side of the moon as the astronauts on the Artemis II mission saw it. The crew completed their lunar flyby on April 6, setting a record for the farthest humans have ever traveled from Earth. (media created by Elizabeth Davis)
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Looking into each other's eyes, seniors Jessie Umfress and Gideon Dalton dance after winning Prom King and Queen. "[Winning Prom King] felt pretty good. Me and Jessie were definitely nervous all night, but we were really excited [and] happy toward the end," Dalton said.
Gallery: Juniors and seniors celebrate prom
Julia Worley, News, Website, and Social Media Editor • April 28, 2026
Video: Fourth annual Fenton Quadrant Intercultural Night
Video: Fourth annual Fenton Quadrant Intercultural Night
Emery Gregston, Editor-in-Chief • April 15, 2026
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Teacher of the Year winner Sarah Moonier laughs with building principal Dr. Emily McCown after winning the award. This marks Moonier's second Teacher of the Year award, her first one being awarded to her in the 2013-2014 school year.
Media created by Skylar Holtgrewe
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The image depicts rapper Nicki Minaj holding the “Trump Gold Card” given to her by President Trump. This card was given to her after she spoke on stage during an event launching the child investment accounts, coined “Trump Accounts” (post from X/@NICKIMINAJ)
‘Welp…’
Maxine Johnston, Business Manager • February 17, 2026

Over the course of one month, world-famous rapper Nicki Minaj has disappointed millions of fans with her constant outspoken support...

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Rolling down the court, sophomore principal Dr. Joshua Flores smiles at Addie Pardeck (12) while playing in the wheelchair basketball game.
Rolling Rams take on Rockwood staff
Madison Stevens, Reporter • February 17, 2026

Prior to the boys varsity basketball game on Feb. 2, the STL Rolling Rams wheelchair basketball team came to Rockwood Summit...

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Holding a sign among other student protestors, senior Logan Martin chants during Lafayette’s anti-ICE walkout. Lafayette students left their 6th hour classes on Feb. 6 to bring attention to the actions of ICE across the US. (photo used with permission by Darby Morel)
St. Louis students hold walkouts to protest ICE
Elizabeth Davis, Copy Editor • February 17, 2026

With controversy around US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on the rise, high school students at various schools in the...

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