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Are Promposals still in?

Are Promposals still in?

Matt Olson, Reporter April 21, 2021

Promposals have been a hit trend since the early 2000s, but have since dwindled in popularity. Whether it is through a decorative poster, or “Prom?” spelled out in donuts or cupcakes, it used to be...

Should concerts start back up again?

Should concerts start back up again?

Eris Rindt, Reporter April 20, 2021

At Hartman Arena in Park City there are two concerts happening in April while COVID-19 continues on. The arena continues to require masks and social distancing in their building. Although concerts in big...

StuCo campaigns move to virtual format

StuCo campaigns move to virtual format

Lucy Buller, Reporter April 20, 2021

In past years, students running for student council (StuCo) have depended on their speeches to pitch themselves and their ideas to their classmates, but this year candidates are turning to social media...

NHS parking lot causes concern

NHS parking lot causes concern

Daniel Gonzalez-Arevalo, Reporter April 20, 2021

High school is a place where many students with differing opinions are able to come together and study under the same roof. For example, some students may believe that school is easy to keep up with and...

Junior Elly Green examines herself in the bathroom mirror.

Will beauty standards change after the COVID-19 pandemic?

Mateya McCord, Reporter April 15, 2021

Throughout the pandemic, with its on and off quarantines, over 50% of NHS students say they felt idle because their public appearances were short or nonexistent.  Some students questioned if they should...

With his dog posing in front, senior Elijah Edwards captures a photo of his 1965 Ford Thunderbird.

Students express individuality through choice in cars

Eris Rindt, Reporter April 15, 2021

Muscle cars, vans and trucks are just a few of the various vehicles you may come across while driving around the NHS parking lot. In Kansas, teens are allowed to start driving alone to school at age 16,...

Junior Daniel Gonzalez-Arevalo looks off into the distance while receiving his first dose.

Newtonian staff members share about vaccination experience

On the morning of Apr. 7, NHS opened its doors to a handful of eager 16-year-olds and older, excited to receive their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Administration chose to host a vaccination clinic...

Senior Elijah Redington poses for  quick photo while visiting the University of Iowa.

Students discuss 2021 college visit adaptations

Elly Green, Reporter April 12, 2021

Due to the ongoing pandemic, college visits for high school students have taken a direct hit. Some universities have decided to take extra precautions while allowing students on campus for tours, however,...

Struggling to stay awake

Struggling to stay awake

Mateya McCord, Reporter April 11, 2021

When it comes to student’s sleep schedules, the green and fully remote learning modes are at odds. Many student’s grades have been low which is evident in their assignments, and green mode has made...

Should the legal voting age be lowered?

Should the legal voting age be lowered?

Lucy Buller, Reporter April 7, 2021

In 1971, the U.S. Constitution was changed, lowering the legal voting age from 21 to 18 for federal elections. Since 2013, U.S. cities have pushed to lower the voting age once again.  Takoma Park,...

Should Kansas lift the mask mandate?

Should Kansas lift the mask mandate?

Eris Rindt, Reporter March 23, 2021

As COVID-19 vaccinations become more common, people are starting to question the idea of wearing a mask. On Mar. 15, Sedgwick County lifted their crowd restrictions but continues to encourage mask wearing...

Students direct one acts

Students direct one acts

Eris Rindt, Reporter March 12, 2021

This spring, students are showing their creativity through play writing. Student one act plays are a yearly account for the drama department. The drama department is not new to student-directed plays this...

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