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A Recap of the 2012 Poetry Slam

A Recap of the 2012 Poetry Slam

A small group of four Shawnee Mission East students participated in the Poetry Slam last Sunday. None of them went on to the second round, and a lot of students were unable to participate because of conflicts with IB testing, finals or other events.

 

Senior Anticipates Attending the Naval Academy

Senior Anticipates Attending the Naval Academy

This past weekend, Tyler got the chance to shadow a freshman at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. The physical challenges and muddy clothes were a preview for what his life will be like starting June 26.

 

After Leg Break, Swimmer Works Towards Getting Back into the Pool

After Leg Break, Swimmer Works Towards Getting Back into the Pool

Through intense physical therapy, senior Grant Minick is able to recover quickly from a broken leg and hopes to join the swim team in January.

 

Kansas City Named a Top World Destination

Kansas City Named a Top World Destination

Bestselling travel guidebook series Frommer’s recently designated KC as one of the top 10 destinations in the world.

 

Lancer-Que BBQ Competition Returns on Oct. 23

Lancer-Que BBQ Competition Returns on Oct. 23

Upcoming ‘Lancer-Que’ experiences changes from last year to form an East tradition. Novice teams prepare for their first barbecue competition and experienced teams make changes to their entries in hopes of placing well.

 

Students Create New Ultimate Frisbee Club and Team at East

Students Create New Ultimate Frisbee Club and Team at East

Students Scott Slapper, David Katz and Ryan McNeil help revive school interest in Ultimate Frisbee. An Ultimate Frisbee club and team gain popularity for the camaraderie and competition the sport brings.

 

Remembering 9/11: Students Recall Their Experiences from 2001

Remembering 9/11: Students Recall Their Experiences from 2001

Students and staff share their views on the historic tragedy.

 

Senior Finds Success at East After Transferring from Raytown

Senior Finds Success at East After Transferring from Raytown

Senior Ashley Adams shares how East has impacted her life.

 

Two Juniors Do Martial Arts in their Spare Time

Two Juniors Do Martial Arts in their Spare Time

Junior Louis Ridgway dives to the left, dodging an oncoming blow. He bounces on his toes, hands flashing, and strikes, smacking the side of his opponent’s helmet. Ridgway and his opponent back off and bump fists to signify the end of one round, and the start of another. Ridgway and [...]

 

Foreign Exchange Student Brings Acting Experience

Foreign Exchange Student Brings Acting Experience

New student from Denmark brings his experience to East and performs in the school musical.

 

Physics Teacher Plays Indoor Soccer

Physics Teacher Plays Indoor Soccer

Physics teacher Mary Ward plays recreational soccer in her spare time.

 

New Girls’ Basketball Coach Brings Fresh Ideas to the Team

Coach Stein, the new girls’ basketball coach, has new ideas and the respect of his team