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Elizabeth Davis

Elizabeth Davis, Copy Editor

Class of 2027

Time on staff: 2 years

Favorite fictional character: Padme Amidala

Favorite Summit tradition: Pep assemblies and cheers.

Favorite newspaper memory: Driving to get pizza for staylates with Maxine and our old layout editor.
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In the graphic, caution tape and a "closed" sign cover the US capitol building, representing the government shutdown that began Oct. 1. (media created by Elizabeth Davis)

Government shuts down

Elizabeth Davis, Copy Editor
October 29, 2025
Crossing the finish at the Forest Park Invitational on Sept. 13, freshman Bella Burlbaw completes the race in 2nd place.

The image shows new Activities Director Dustin Hays in a graphic celebrating his hiring at Summit. (media from Rockwood School District)

Hays steps into Activities Director position

Elizabeth Davis, Copy Editor
September 25, 2025
As teammates freshman Tre Stewart (68), sophomore Aiden Anders (23), senior Connor Taylor (62), and junior Brady Jansen ride along in the Rockwood Summit Hockey Club's float, junior Scott Muholland (53) tosses candy to the crowd. The homecoming parade took place on Sept. 19, highlighting various clubs and teams across the school.

Gallery: Homecoming parade showcases clubs and teams

Elizabeth Davis, Copy Editor
September 24, 2025
Sounds of the Summer

Sounds of the Summer

Elizabeth Davis, Copy Editor
May 27, 2025
With a stack of many more on his desk, President Trump signs an executive order on Jan. 20. On this day, the president also signed the “America First Trade Policy” memorandum, outlining his ideas for an economy that relies less on foreign products. (photo from Assahifa)

President Trump’s tariffs spark global controversy

Elizabeth Davis, Copy Editor
May 7, 2025
At the Music in Our Schools (MIOS) concert on Feb. 26, junior Nolan Rittgers plays his tuba with the band. The MIOS concert included Summit bands and middle school band students from Rockwood South.

Band takes on competitions

Elizabeth Davis, Reporter
April 9, 2025
Reaching out to the audience, junior Jackson Schertzer (Prince Eric) performs Eric's solo, "Her Voice," at the dress rehearsal for The Little Mermaid on March 3. The Falcon Players rehearsed for months leading up to their performances.

The Little Mermaid: a behind the scenes look

Elizabeth Davis, Reporter
March 10, 2025
Post-high school counselor Ivy Hartman poses with a plaque awarded to her by the Rockwood School District to recognize her as High School Counselor of the Year. Hartman works with students to develop plans for after graduation.

Ivy Hartman chosen as Rockwood’s high school counselor of the year

Elizabeth Davis, Reporter
March 5, 2025
Senior Ryann Harness keeps the ball away from Lafayette sophomore Isabelle Hrdlicka.

[Photo] Girls basketball falls to the Lancers

March 10, 2025
Senior Ryann Harness hold the basketball during the varsity game, getting ready to dodge Lafayette sophomore Emilia Golfo.

Senior Cara Rosssomano dribbles the ball down the court as sophomore Maddeson Chonech and senior Kenisha Merriweather run along with her.

Senior Cara Rossamono searches for a pas while being guarded by Lafayette sophomore Emilia Golfo and Lafayette senior Taylor Nania guards sophomore Maddeson Chonech.

Sophomore Donovan Brown wrestles Northwest sophomore Kaleb Belcher at Summit on Jan 30. Brown lost his match, the team falling 6-72 against Northwest.

Boys wrestling splits meet against Northwest and Union

Elizabeth Davis, Reporter
February 13, 2025
Choir director Gabrielle Pierle teaches a song to boys in Mixed Concert Chorale as they're gathered around her piano. The choirs will perform for the first time with Pierle as a director in their MIOS concert on Mar 26.

Summit welcomes new choir director

Elizabeth Davis, Reporter
January 29, 2025
Freshman Caroline Kahn comes up for air in between strokes during the first meet of the season. The girls swim team won 106-64 against Pattonville on Dec. 3.

[Photo] Winter Sports Preview

Emery Gregston, Suham Alhamad, and Logan Pope
January 16, 2025
Freshman Caroline Kahn comes up for air in between strokes during the first meet of the season. The girls swim team won 106-64 against Pattonville on Dec 3.

Junior AJ Tuohy (20) fights for the ball while running down the field with Vianney senior Ian Selsor as Vianney senior Logan Russel (26) stands open for a pass.

Gallery: Boys soccer falls to Vianney 1-2 in districts

Elizabeth Davis, Reporter
November 21, 2024
Junior Paige Bray hits a ball pitched from Westminster on Oct. 19. The Falcons were beat by Westminster in the district final 2-4.

Softball falls to Westminster in District Final

Elizabeth Davis, Of the Talon staff
October 24, 2024
Junior Aditi Vangala stands in ready position as sophomore Ayda Demerit volleys a ball against Pattonville. The varsity team lost to Pattonville 1-8 on Sept. 12.

Girls tennis wins matches after 2 year drought

Elizabeth Davis, Of The Talon staff
October 14, 2024
Summit German students pose for a picture in Heidelberg, Germany on Jun. 10

Spanish and German students journey abroad

Elizabeth Davis, Of The Talon staff
September 20, 2024
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