Band, Orchestra and Choir Compete at Contest
The SM East band, orchestra and choir went to perform at the state ensemble contest. They competed along with other schools and were rated on a scale of one to five by three judges last Wednesday.
School News
Preview of Upcoming Earth Fair
This Saturday, the gymnasium will be transformed from Coach Hair’s stomping ground into a space overflowing with animals, vendors, performers and more. The 11th annual Earth Fair will be held at east from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., put on by Environmental Education and Environmental Club students.
Seniors Take Portion of Kansas Assessments
Seniors have been pulled out of class recently to take a portion of the social studies section of the Kansas Assessments. Contrary to some rumors that the state had lost the assessments, the seniors were simply completing the test they had just started as juniors.
Choir Students Compete at District Solo Contest
Last Saturday, SM East choir students went to District Solo Contest at Blue Valley High School. Held annually, this competition is offered for ensembles of up to 24 people, as well as solo singers. They are required to sing two classical songs. Judges rank singers and groups based on their intonation, tone and dynamics, starting with one as the highest score.
Students React to the Controversy Surrounding Kony
East students react to details that have emerged regarding Joseph Kony, leader of the Ugandan rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army. Controversy has surrounded a campaign started by the charity Invisible Children that was meant to bring attention to the rebel group.
Lancer Dancer Spring Show Will Feature a Men’s Number
Every spring, the Junior Varsity and Varsity Lancer Dancers put together a final show consisting of a range of dances, from jazz and hip-hop dances to ones such as the ‘class dances’. For $5, everyone from family to friends are welcome, and this Tuesday, the auditorium may be even more crowded than usual.
Forensics Results: April 6-8
The mock trial team placed third at the state tournament in the Sedgwick County Courthouse. The squad also qualified four students to the state tournament in other events.
Why Students Keep Playing the Waiting Game
Harbinger takes a deeper look at procrastination at East and the way it’s changing.
Krawitz Believes East Should Drop Class Rank
Principal Karl Krawitz believes that class rank creates a skewed perception of the academic talent at East. Some students can get all A’s in their classes and still may not be in the top third of their class.
Turning the Corner on Gang Violence
One year after gang violence peaked at East, administration reflects on steps taken to improve school safety.
Possible Leggings Ban in SMSD
School districts nation-wide have begun to ban leggings, yoga pants and other tight-fitting bottoms.
Sarah Fox Is Named “Woman of the Week”
Sophomore Sarah Fox was recognized as “Woman of the Week” by the Kansas Office of Securities for her cake pop business, Great Expecaketions.
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