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2010 | Mar 11
Senior tries to break into the writing industry
“It’s the week before Valentine’s Day and the restaurant is crowded. While senior Nathan Goldman ...”
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Masterworks Concert
“The Choir and orchestra performed on Friday, March 5 at a downtown church. The video ...”
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SMSD to cut jobs in effort to save money
“At a board meeting Monday night, district officials announced that 130 employees from around the ...”
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Parents and students informed at College Connection
“Fifty nine parents and students shuffled into the Auditorium on Thursday for the annual PTA ...”
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Weekly Sports Roundup (March 5, 2010)
“A look at the last week in East athletics with Michael Stolle and Kevin Simpson. ...”
European Soccer Roundtable (March 5, 2010)
“Seniors Sam Kovzan and Will Chertoff discuss round two of the UEFA Champions League
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KCTV5 shoots 'More in the Morning' at East after 'Cool School' nomination
“On any given school day, East's gym would be empty at five in the morning. ...”
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Shawnee Mission East Walkthrough
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NCAA Tournament Lowdown
“DONT PUT MONEY ON:
-Kentucky Wildcats-
The Wildcats may sport a 26-1 record (as of Feb. 24), ...”
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Girls' Basketball Broadcast: SM East vs. SM Northwest Sub-State
“The live broadcast of the game on Wednesday, March 3 will begin at 6:50 p.m. ...”
Live Broadcast: Robotics Competition
“For the Shawnee Mission East Robotics team, household appliances are key, doing much more than ...”
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Senior looks back on Nickelodeon shows of his childhood
“My childhood can be measured in orange blimps, green slime and copious amounts of orange ...”
Russian music downloading Web site, gomusic.ru, is affordable yet technologically imperfect
“Russia is renowned for a number of things—caviar, vodka and blue-eyed blondes—but not its ability ...”
Senior earns money and finds camaraderie through plowing snow
“Through the window stands a family. Dressed in their holiday best, warmth isn’t an issue ...”
Shutter Island: Scorsese and DiCaprio team up once again for an engaging psychological thriller
“Set aside the gangster stories and the New York character dramas of the Martin Scorsese ...”
SMSD Budget Cuts
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More packages and issues
By Sam Kovzan and Tim Shedor
Considering the Cuts
Clearing his throat and skipping ...”
Investment tips for teens
“As teenagers, we don't often think about how we're going to pay for retirement or ...”
Proposed district policy would help homeless students
“In February, 231 homeless students were enrolled in the Shawnee Mission School District, according to ...”
The start of a new lacrosse team at East
“A simple photo of two girls competing on the lacrosse field flanked by dozens of ...”
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Anna Petrow
“This year's Hauberk photo editor, senior Anna Petrow is a jack-of-all-trades. She's currently enrolled in ...”
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Boys' Basketball Broadcast: SM East at SM South
“Can't make it to the game? Check out the SM East at SM South ...”
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Comfort Thursdays: Episode 2
“Comfort Thursdays: Episode 2 from Dairdevil Boards on Vimeo.”
Exchange Sisters Soundslide
“Junior Betsy Blessen is a host sister to Polish exchange student Nika. Soundslide by Eden ...”
Yelling Bird
“Yelling Bird, composed of guitarist Joe Sernett and bassist Greg Tracy, play mainly alternative content. ...”
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Boys' swim wins state for fifth time in six years
“The Shawnee Mission East Swim and Dive team capped off an undefeated season with a ...”
Hats for Hope Soundslide
“Hats for Hope is an NAHS project organized by Whitney Kerr and DJ Burton. Soundslide ...”
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Bonfire
“Students attended the annual StuCo bonfire.
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Space Bear
“Senior band Space Bear is an eclectic combination of smooth rock, reggae, and jazz that ...”
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Frequent Friday: Sweetheart
“Missed the show? Watch a recording of it right here!
Written and Directed by Kylie Morrow
Cast ...”
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'Cozy's Cafe' promotes friendly atmosphere, but food proves to be a let down
“ Nestled next to a residential area on 75th Street just ...”
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Orchestra - KSMEA State Auditions
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Photos by Nathan Simpson”
KC Places to Go, within one hour of East.
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Just because we're in Kansas doesn't ...”
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Johnny Sheahan Excels at Bowling
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Glow in the dark stars decorate the carpet, a rug sticky from countless sodas ...”
Cloudburst
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Winter Olympic Preview
“Greetings, winter sports fans. Do unforgiving winter wind chills have you down? Does topographically-challenged Kansas ...”
WPA Dinner Destinations
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Gym Teacher applies her Dance Lessons to Life Lessons
“P.E. teacher Debbie Ogden discovered the determination of a true performer during her first dance ...”
After recent Supreme Court ruling, corporations receive First Amendment rights
“The Supreme Court ruled on Jan. 21 that it is unconstitutional for the government to ...”
Proposed health reform bill includes tanning tax
“In the midst of pre-WPA tanning season, Senators in Washington are voting on a Health ...”
Elementary athletes could teach the pros a lesson or two
“I never knew that a kindergartener in Teva's could be more knowledgable than most professional ...”
Recent Supreme Court decision gives political benefit to corporations, not individuals
“Political beliefs are determined by several factors: family and friends for example. But any political ...”
Nightmare
“Drew McNamara's award-winning film in the Five-Minute Festival of 2009. The film won first place. ...”
Sophomore Reflects on Living with Disabled Brother
“Since I was two-years-old it was just part of my life. The feeding tubes, the ...”
WPA: In a Guy's Shoes
“Handled incorrectly, a high school dance such as WPA can be the single most awkward ...”
Yard Sale
“Filmmakers: Kevin Sikes and Brian Schwabaur
School: Shawnee Mission South
E-mail: mrmotionpicture@yahoo.com
Date: March 21, 2009
Directed by Kevin ...”
Night Shot
“A video shown in the Five-Minute Film Festival last year.
Filmmakers: Tony Dean and Trent Coffin
School: ...”
Indie band 'The Soft Pack' keeps their charisma in second album
“Formerly known as The Muslims, The Soft Pack contradict their name with their new self titled sophomore ...”
Upcoming banquet has Chinese classes excited
“In Room 514, 17 students wait. Some are groggy, it’s the start of the day ...”
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Photo Bin
“Photographers from both the newspaper and yearbook staffs took the photos seen below.
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Blue Notes and Blue Knights Feb. 9 Concert
“The Blue Notes and Blue Knights played an hour long set last Tuesday in the ...”
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Saints Victory More Than Just a Win
“Heading into Sunday’s game, 100 million plus sat in awe as Super Bowl XLIV came ...”
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Katie East's Portfolio
“The assistant photo editor for the Harbinger, Katie East has been on staff for two ...”
Snow Ball Fight
“A heavy 2-3 inch snowfall fell yesterday in the Prairie Village metro area during school ...”
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Footloose: Playcuts
“Watch this years play-cuts for the Footloose school musical, playing Feb. 4, 5 and 6.
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The Royals Future Looking Bright Heading into the new Decade
“February has fallen upon us and at this point in the year, most people are looking forward ...”
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Girls' Basketball 09-10
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Gymnastics 2009
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Eggs Benedict
“Unfortunately, this episode of cooking in the kitchen with Focus on Foods teacher Julie Baker ...”
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Josephine Collective Reunion Concert
“Many students attended the Josephine Collective Reunion concert.
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School Activities
“A display of some of our best photos from recent years.
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Pep Assemblies 2009-2010
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Sophomore keeps close with mother despite living 4,680 miles apart
“One year.
This is how long my mom has lived in Unterschleißheim, Germany. How long it ...”
Virtually Friendly
“I guess it all started when I was six, when I first read 'Harry Potter ...”
RJD2's "The Colossus" Puts the Listener on an Unenjoyable Ride
“Ramble John Krohn, the producer and melodic beat maker known as RJD2, is a phenomenon ...”
Three East athletes find success and comfort at Nebraska University
“In the front of the line at the University of Nebraska Training Table stands Ndamukong ...”
Letter to the editor in response to: East's honor societies should adopt stricter policies
“I had a bit of a chuckle upon reading your anonymous quote about GNHS. I ...”
Senior finds success in drumming
“In a narrow hallway outside the state band audition room, senior David Beeder sat studying ...”
Prospect of new community program with recent federal aid
“The Obama administration recently passed a bill entitled "Promise Neighborhoods,” which will allow for 20 ...”
Junior communicates with her closest friends exclusively online
“I guess it all started when I was six, when I first read 'Harry Potter ...”
Senior performs saxophone in Dave Matthews performance at Grammy's
“For weeks senior Matt Chalk waited by his phone. Every time it rang his stomach ...”
Senior Charlie McGraw composes piece for orchestra
“The sounds of Beethoven’s 9th symphony surround Senior Charlie McGraw as he lies down in ...”
With a strong determination to set new records and the upcoming state swim meet, freshman Troy DeMoss is Chasing Gold
“Freshman Troy DeMoss shreds through the water performing the backstroke, his best and most accomplished ...”
East Community Unites to Help Haitians
“SHARE, Coalition, Student Council, and Columbia Brew are all joining together in order to help ...”
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Weekly Sports Roundup (Week 1)
“Junior Kevin Simpson and Sam Logan discuss winter sports in a weekly video sports round ...”
East students attend Broadmoor for more in-depth courses
“Because of his third session schedule at Broadmoor, senior James Franklin leaves for his Animation ...”
Caregiver
“Photographers of the Harbinger and Yearboook staff shot volunteers at their best, and compiled their ...”
Marching Band
“A staple of every football halftime show, the marching band performs with the drill team ...”
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East Hallway Photos
“As seen around the school hallways recently, these photos were hand-selected by this year's yearbook ...”
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Boys’ Basketball Broadcast: SM East vs. Rockhurst (1/29/2010)
“Watch a recording of the second half of our live broadcast of the Shawnee Mission ...”
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College Sports
“Kevin Simpson discusses the past week's sports happenings from college to high school ball, and ...”
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Freelancer Edition 1
“Read the entire 2008-2009 Edition of the Freelancer, East's new literary magazine, in digital format. ...”
Haraughty firing goes to court
“It's been three months since the firing of now former Mission Valley eighth grade science ...”
Haraughty's future in SMSD discussed at board meeting
“Former teacher Ryan Haraughty's release from employment at Mission Valley Middle School for inapproapriate jokes ...”
Frequent Friday: The Allegory of Suzie Moore and Jeremy Layte
“Missed the Frequent Friday? Watch a recording of the short play by senior Hannah Copeland ...”
Kept Mess Live at Homer's Coffee House
“East student band Kept Mess, consisting of drummer Brian Rodgers, bassist Connor Creighton, and guitarist ...”
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Student Life and Miscellaneous
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Boys' Swimming 09-10
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Girls' Golf 2009
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Girls' Tennis 2009
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SME Jazz Band-Blue Knights and Blue Notes
“Two of Kansas' best jazz bands reside in the new music rooms at Shawnee Mission ...”
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Drumline and Percussion
“The drumline, a traditional staple to the post-half-time show by the marching band, has been ...”
Bryan's Way Wiffleball Tournament Photo Gallery
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Photos taken by Grant Heinlein”
Tea Party
“ It was the middle of the night, and Roy, a forty-five year old plumber, ...”
The Present
“For all the history and grief
An empty doorway and a maple leaf
The battlefield, harsh collision
The ...”
Jamie Edwards
“Dueting with friend and violinist Samie Reiben, Jamie achieves a mellow, acoustic and wholesome effect ...”
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Jazz Band at the Baker Festival 2009
“At the annual pilgrimmage to the Baker Festival in Colorado, the Blue Knights jazz band ...”
Bryan's Way Wiffle Ball Tournament
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Matt Chalk
“Matt Chalk has been playing saxophone for seven years. Primarily self-taught, he began playing professionally ...”
Winter Concert 2009
“Nearly every musical program at East hosts a seasonal production, and the audio below comes ...”
Jamie Edwards
“A natural graffiti artist, Jamie does most of his sketches by hand, with pencil, and ...”
Environmental Education Day 2009
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Coalition Club 2009-2010
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Chipotle Tour
“Every year, the men's choir travels to feeder elementary and middle schools, singing for the ...”
Mackenzie Wylie's Portfolio
“A photographer for both the newspaper and yearbook publications at East, Mackenzie is a jack-of-all ...”
Senior recognized for success in AP classes
“Walking down the hallway during passing period, senior Qi Chen hears his phone ring. Confused, ...”
SHARE Dodgeball Tournament 2009
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Time for Healing
“Take refuge in a novel
Solace in a poem
Relief in a song
Distraction in all three
Tire of ...”
Cheerleading 2009
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Switching Sevens
“Since the switch to block scheduling last year, seven-period days have routinely fallen on Mondays. ...”
Junior wins Miss Kansas Teen USA 2010
“The final two candidates, junior Olivia Harlan and her roommate Mackenzie Eveland of the Miss ...”
High Demands Has Library Printing More Sudokus and Crosswords
“For the past five years, the library has been providing daily crossword and sudoku puzzles ...”
Lancer Day Parade 2009
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Choraliers in Nashville (with Sheryl Crow)
“As a part of the annual choir tradition, the program makes a pilgrimage to a ...”
Drill Team 2009
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Alexa Donahue
“Soundslide by Lauran Bleakley and Nicole Luby.
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Junior talks about how her television obsession affects her life
“I live in a world where dogs eat human organs, parents accidentally eat pot brownies ...”
Sophomore feels that teachers should receive performance-based salaries
“On the campaign trail, and then again once he took office, President Barack Obama made ...”
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Keshav Ramaswami
“Since he was 10 years old, Keshav Ramaswami has been painting. His mother is an ...”
Colleges are starting to question the value of honor societies
“Staying up until 4 a.m. so you can finish the essay you’ve already spent twenty ...”
"Youth in Revolt" receives a good review
“Before seeing Youth in Revolt, I was banking on another stereotypical Michael Cera role featuring ...”
SME Choir
“The Shawnee Mission East Choir, a program unrivaled by any other in the school for ...”
SME Jazz and Concert Band
“The SME band program features a wide array of East musicians-it is home to brass, ...”
Camina Burina
“A collaboration with the Kansas City Wind Symphony in the Johnson Country Community College, the ...”
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Levin' His Dream
“It was love at first sight.
Sophomore Adam Levin held the Gibson as if it were ...”
The Long and Winding Road
““I’ll take you to get a car.”
Those magic seven words from mom signaled the end ...”
Isolated
“Winner of the Scholastic Art & Writing Gold Key Awards for Personal Essay/Memoir 2008
KSPA's Story ...”
A freshman not forgotten
“Freshman Jay Crnkovich lay inside his casket, surrounded by Hot Wheels and dressed in his ...”
About Portfolio
“Portfolio is simply our way to display our finest works. The Harbinger has been nationally ...”
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Frequent Friday: A Zoo Story
“Missed the show? Watch a recording of this week's Frequent Friday!
Cast Bio's:
Rachel Franklin (Jerry): I'm ...”
Symphonic Orchestra
“Symphonic- The largest and most competitive orchestra at East. This orchestra is dedicated to more experienced ...”
Philharmonic Orchestra
“Philharmonic- With only 15 members this year, Philharmonic is the smallest orchestra. It is reserved ...”
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Wind
“I hurl to space
A spiral of twists
Flying through the air
And suddenly I’m there
Free as ...”
Concert Orchestra
“Concert- This orchestra is dedicated to incoming freshman and underclassmen performers.
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Soccer Roundtable with Sam Kovzan and Will Chertoff
“The first Roundtable of the Harbinger Online features seniors Sam Kovzan and Will Chertoff debating ...”
Boys' Swim and Dive 2009-2010
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Senior Panoramic Photo 2009
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SHARE Fair 2009
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Homecoming 2009
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Fall 2009
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Football 2009
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Choir and Choir Car Wash 2009-2010
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Girls' Volleyball 2009
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Boys' Soccer 2009
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Grapes of Wrath Fall Play 2009
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Cross Country 2009
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Fall athletes play indoor soccer as alternative to winter season
“As the outdoor excitement of the fall sports season fades and the lull of dead ...”
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Winter Varsity Sports Scores 2009-2010
“Girls' Basketball
Boys' Basketball
Girls' Bowling
Boys' Bowling
Wrestling
Boys' Swim and Dive
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Remembering: Bryan Barrow
“They stepped into the bleached room, the only noise was the artificial respirator, pumping into ...”
About Homegrown
“Homegrown, as defined by the root "Home," meaning to be comfortable and in one's personal ...”
Fall Varsity Sports Scores 2009
“Girls' Volleyball
Boys' Football
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Spud
“Frontman Jonas Birkel has played music for a cumulative 12 years. He started with classical ...”
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Fan Cam at Olathe East Game
“Harbinger reporters Corbin Barnds and Jeff Cole interview fans at the Olathe East game against ...”
Fan Cam at South Game
“Harbinger reporter Phoebe Unterman interviews fans at the boys' varsity basketball season-opener against south.
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Martial Arts Master: Teacher David Muhammed
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Pictures by Tyler Roste, Soundslide by Camille Karro”
The Artist: Tess Duncan
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Soundslide by Anna Petrow”
Graphic King: Laeden Galcia
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Soundslide by Katie East”
Connor Wilkins discusses running passion
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Soundslide by CC Creidenberg”
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The Men Who Stare at Goats Review
“In its trailer, "The Men Who Stare at Goats" had a man jumping off a ...”
Staffer gives input on cutting-edge products in electronics industry
“Technology today is changing too fast to follow. With it seeming like like Apple releases ...”
Juniors play regular games of "Dungeons and Dragons"
“The outside of the Dungeon Master’s house looks like an ordinary Johnson County home. Two ...”
New football coach helps to implement a study strategy for players
“The score was 42-14. East had the ball on Olathe North’s 40 yard line. With ...”
Sophomore hopes new O'Neill's location stays true to its neighborhood ties
“One hundred forty-seven.
It’s the number of days left until St. Patrick’s Day- a fact made ...”
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Senior overcomes obstacles and lands lead in fall play
““Man, unlike any other thing organic or inorganic in the universe, grows beyond his work, ...”
Junior Whitney Kerr uses graffiti talent to paint town
““Paint”
Junior Whitney Kerr stands on a metal platform, contemplating the canvas in front of him ...”
Junior Classical League continues to build on success
“Caedo!
In Latin, it means ‘to kill.’ For Latin teacher Dr. Athanasia Worley’s students, it has ...”
Junior expresses feelings on KU being more than just a fall back school
“It was just a few days into my junior year when my parents asked me ...”
Senior foreign exchange student Anna Seilund makes the varsity basketball team
“Senior exchange student Anna Seilund wakes up at midnight in her Copenhagen home and makes ...”
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Junior wants to see more pep out of his fellow classmates
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This school needs some pep.
We need energy. We need excitement. We need a little school ...”
District approves the use of PBTs at school functions
“A new policy adopted in late July will authorize trained district police officers to use ...”
Junior rapper releases first full album
“In the world of rap today, it’s hard to find a good song that doesn’t ...”
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NAHS members join with local artists to hold art exhibition in cafeteria
“Photo gallery from the annual National Art Honor Society Winter Auction featuring art donated by ...”
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Boys' Basketball Broadcast: SM East vs. Olathe East (12/18/2009)
“View a recording of the live broadcast of the Shawnee Mission East boys' basketball team ...”
Locker Room Robberies on the Rise
“Many valuable items have gone missing in recent months as a result of increased locker ...”
East students get involved in Christian-based fellowships
“With sleeping bags covering their bodies, the brave few who volunteered for the weekly Young ...”
The sign language program continues despite budget cuts
“Eight people form a tight-knit circle in the center of room 507 after school. Eight ...”
You can have your cupcakes... and eat them too
“Teadrops
Not an inch of paint can be seen behind the rows and rows of plants ...”
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Senior recounts his experience seeing the midnight premiere of the latest movie from the 'Twilight' series
“I don’t know who scares me more – the creatures of “Twilight” or the fans ...”
John Mayer's new release 'Battle Studies' switches up his usual sound
“On a car ride home, I decide to listen to the album “Continuum” by John ...”
Users should pay more attention before accepting apps that can sell personal information
“During the popular Facebook application “FarmVille,” players build and grow their own farms, competing with ...”
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Coalition Dance Marathon
“Starting at 7 a.m. and ending at 10 p.m. in the cafeteria on Dec., the ...”
Six teachers join faculty this year
“Chip Sherman
The spotlight tends to hover around new head football coach Chip Sherman. He’s been ...”
North students counter-protest Fred Phelps over student production of RENT
“The moment the bell rings, SM North senior Nathaniel Zoschke rushes to the journalism room ...”
Parents worry over bus driver strikes in neighboring districts
“The possibility of a strike among local First Student Inc. bus drivers had parents, students ...”
Legendary groundskeeper George Toma brings his experience to help restore the baseball field
“George Toma eyes his football field, searching for any blemishes. When you're grounds keeping for ...”
Menlo
“Formed in a suburban basement, Menlo draws its inspiration from all corners of American life. ...”
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The Box: How Far Would You Go to Earn a Million Dollars?
“Richard Kelly ("Donnie Darko," "Southland Tales") is a writer/director known for making very bizarre, perplexing ...”
Volleyball Lady Lancers Strive for State Victory and #1 Ranking
“While many sports fans watch the freezing cold football games as the team’s chances of ...”
Freshman soccer player looks to prove himself.
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Freshman Tyler Rathbun lounged in front of his TV mashing the buttons on his ...”
Cross Country Team Runs as Largest Team in Kansas
“The East cross country team is now not just the biggest team in the district, ...”
Sophomore enjoys organic summer treats
“Upon arriving at the corner of 17th and Summit, a small fenced-in garden visible through ...”
Twins remain inseparable, despite 700 miles seperation
“Senior Leia Swanson has always been the quieter twin, according to her father.
At birth, she ...”
East works toward being environmentally friendly
“Among the set of administrative imperatives that superintendent Dr. Gene Johnson sent to administrators at ...”
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The End of the End of the Belt (And 14 Successful Shopping Tips)
“As I brought the cereal boxes two inches forward on a slow Sunday afternoon, I ...”
Girls' Basketball Broadcast: SM East vs. SM South
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To watch the archived video from other live broadcasts, click the "live" button on the ...”
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Staffer believes some classes are more worthwhile than others
“Back in eighth grade, the East counselors came to middle school help us plan our ...”
Senior laments the way today's music is
“When I listen to music, I’m looking for something that not only sounds good, but ...”
Clock Tower Bakery Review
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After locating the Clock Tower Bakery under a red ...”
After coming from a Catholic middle school, sophomore learned to have private pride
“When my mom pulled up our green mini-van in front of the East library, I ...”
Theater department should drop the new student admission price and find pride in free theater
“In previous years at East, students have attended choir concerts, basketball games, musicals, band performances ...”
Great Harvest Bread Company
“Walking into the Great Harvest Bread Company is like walking into your grandma’s house -- ...”
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Administrators meet to discuss seminar expectations
“Students who have been relying on leaving seminar without a proper pass are now out ...”
A look at the success of former East athletes in college
“Libby Jandl
Duke freshman Libby Jandl had lived up to high expectations when it comes to ...”
Kid Cudi’s debut album brings a fresh, upbeat vibe
“New to the main-stage of hip hop, Cleveland native Kid Cudi uses soft, soulful beats, ...”
Seminar change gives seniors greater freedom
“Among the many changes seen by students at the start of the school year, one ...”
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Sophomore raves about Lady Gaga's new release
“I am goo goo for Gaga.
Ever since the release of “The Fame Monster” two weeks ...”
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Junior hopes to become the East mascot as a step towards being Truman at MU
“As the team ran out onto the field of Memorial Stadium, four year-old Alex Rorie ...”
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Sophomore feels that AMC 20 is charging too much for movie tickets
“As AMC Town Center 20’s tickets have become increasingly overpriced and unaffordable since May 2008, ...”
Top Ten Favorite Horror Movies
“1. The Shining (1980) - Master director Stanley Kubrick's epic slow-build creepfest is not only ...”
There are a ton of movies vying for your weekend time, but few make the cut. Let Movie Professor Alex Lamb school you on what’s worth your lawn-mowing money.
“Where the Wild Things Are
Remember reading this book with mom or dad when you were ...”
Flight of the Conchords provide laughs once again, despite influx of lackluster electronic beats
“With their first two albums, Flight of the Conchords established acoustic parodies, multiple musical genres ...”
HPV vaccine becomes available for boys
“In 2006, Gardasil was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in ...”
Pizza Fusion, a green pizza joint, is impressive in aesthetics, but somewhat lacking in taste
“On my way to out-in-the-middle-of-nowhere, Leawood, I was giddy with anticipation. I'd heard so many ...”
Caddying for Tom Watson is a first-hand lesson in true gentleman’s golf
“You can’t help but root for a guy like Tom Watson.
Every time I see him ...”
DECA students give back through organization supporting orphans
“Last week, seniors Bailey Burroughs, Rosie Bellinger and Catie Herst purchased glitter, markers, stencils, stamps, ...”
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Doctors report an increasing number of Physical Education related injuries
“Senior Grant Stauffer has been sent to the nurse’s office twice the past two years, ...”
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A quick bite
“Every community needs a taco truck. The trucks provide passersby with a quick and savory ...”
Power Bars
“Since I run cross country (GO C-TEAM) and play soccer, I eat more than my ...”
Egg in a Basket
“I don't know about you, but Saturday mornings at my house usually consist of waking ...”
Bookish Blog
“Dearest Harbinger-Online Blog Readers,
They call me Katy Westhoff, known on Facebook as Katy McAwesome Westhoff, ...”
Blog about English
“Hello, my name is Katy, I am an English 10 Honors veteran.
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Summer Roundup
“The remaining summer blockbusters are finally making their way out of theaters as the fall ...”
Keepin' It Reel
“I once had a conversation with some friends about what was the most important thing ...”
Live Performances vs. Studio Recordings
“The epic battle of Live vs. Studio tangle in my mind and consumes my thoughts ...”
Christmas comes to early!
“Last weekend was November 1st, and the annual "Heady Festival of Leaves." The gracious day ...”
Parachute - Losing Sleep
“I was watching MTVhits as I always do and one weekend I came across a ...”
Boys Like Girls Review
“On September 8th indie rockers Boys Like Girls came out with their much awaited sophomore ...”
The Other Side of Music
“Driving down Mission with my windows down and a blaring radio, you wouldn't expect to ...”
Beyond the Music
“I'm going to be honest with you.
I'm not sure I could go an entire day ...”
Senior interns at NJPJ Architects
“It is 1:20 p.m. and while other East students are trying to pinch themselves awake ...”
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Upcoming: The Good, The Bad, and the In-Between
“Cafeteria Dances
Sweaty, bright and wild, this year’s MORP will retain legendary status for years to ...”
While many images around East depict unity, one junior wonders if the school has
“From the first time “my spirits were increased,” arm in arm with classmates as a ...”
The Kansas City Renaissance Festival
“The Kansas City Renaissance Festival frequently elicits the question, “Really?” Adults sword fighting with no ...”
senior believes procrastination should be embraced
“The rush of adrenaline. The heart pounding. The shoulders tensing. It’s 3 a.m. and I’m ...”
Current D.A.R.E. students are not at an age that allows them to benefit from the program
“It’s been said before that at a young age, an individual becomes what he or ...”
this year’s Coalition Club increases effort to help underprivileged with more members and events
“It’s 3:00 p.m. on a Thursday. School has been out for 20 minutes, but room ...”
Students and staff are taking the time to appreciate the Finer Things in life
“They could imagine their classmates, sitting around a table discussing the finer things of life; ...”
Debate to State Feature
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Knock Knock Knockin'
“Last Friday I had the 3:30-7:00 p.m. shift, but what could I do? I kept ...”
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Junior Branden Schoofs transfers from Blue Valley Northwest and follows in his father’s footsteps, swimming under coach Wiley Wright
“Junior Branden Schoofs watched in silence as the state swim team for East was handed ...”
Abandonment of their old song along with a Lil' Wayne cameo leads Weezer astray on "Raditude"
“Since Weezer’s debut album in 1994, the band has been known for its trademark grinding ...”
District budget cuts cause department to take on an increased workload
“Last year counselor Jamie Heller wrote 28 letters of recommendation for students applying to college. ...”
Girl Scouts Feature
“I found statistics on girls scouts and how they contribute to the community, their drinking ...”
An unpublished author
“AP Government and Theory of Knowledge teacher Nick Paris wakes up ready on a sunny ...”
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Kansas, Get Your Act Together
“Today should have been a snowday. Instead, it was a workday.
I usually work the 11-5 ...”
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Two East students perform in the Coterie Theatre’s production of ‘Maul of the Dead’
“Squeezed into the lobby, the audience of “Maul of the Dead” has been waiting for ...”
East's table tennis club has grown rapidly since its creation in 2008 and is planning for even more activity this year
“For a kid whose resume contains titles like, “varsity soccer three-year starter,” “National Merit Semifinalist,” ...”
Jobs/Now Hiring Feature
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Shops/Restaurants hiring
Struggling to find a job? With the Holidays coming up finding a job, ...”
SHARE hosts a "jumbo" drive for various charities
“A coat drive in November, a shoe drive in January, a toiletry drive in April. ...”
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Music Meltdown
“A staple for any self-respecting grocery store is quality music. The soundtrack practically consumes the ...”
After growing up with her church restricting reading, Vicki Tucker has held onto her love of literature
“When Vicki Tucker remembers books, she remembers the time and place where she read them.
“The ...”
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New law bans the sale of flavored cigarettes to halt teen smoking
“All candy or fruit-like cigarette flavors will now be banned from purchase or sale according ...”
FCA leaders
“Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has been challenging coaches and athletes on the ...”
An investigation into the opportunities for purchasing locally grown products versus mass produced food
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he chicken nugget gets around. For instance, the nuggets sold in the East cafeteria typically ...”
Sophomore feels that Royal’s pitcher should be top candidate for Cy Young award
“Though some of you may not have realized it, the Royals season is once again ...”
Despite its distant location, Louisberg Cider Mill proves an enjoyable time with friends
“When my friends and I walked through the gravel parking lot of the Louisburg Cider ...”
Frozen yogurt bar in the One Nineteen shopping center offers 4 flavors and 22 topping choices, providing everyone with something they will like
“Walking up to Mochi-Yo, I knew it wasn’t your typical ice cream parlor. Sitting outside ...”
Philosophy club works on shifting their discussions from moral feelings to philosophical reasoning
“Philosophy Club is on a different level of thought. Discussing ideas such as solipsism, the ...”
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Life Begins at the End of the Belt
“A first job is like a first pet. First, you want it, love it, exchange ...”
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Anne Willman Sports
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Freshman Anne Willman steps up to the tee ...”
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New album 'BluePrint III' lives up to reputation
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In many ways, mainstream hip-hop has been losing credibility in the last few years. With ...”
Senior makes case to bring back powderpuff football after a three year absence
“For the last three years, girls’ football has gone undefeated at Shawnee Mission East.
And no, ...”
Russell Stover's News
“Russell Stover Candies
Shannon
Ever since bulldozers and construction workers began swarming the open lot in front ...”
Junior arrives at East after living in six different countries around the world
“When her parents first told her that she was moving to the United States, junior ...”
| Sep 21
SHARE creates three projects chaired by freshmen
“With six student executives, 140 student chairpersons and over 60 volunteer projects, SHARE is recognized ...”
After a five year break, Phish's new album proves to be a
“Few bands could ever muster the audacity to don Halloween costumes and cover the White ...”
Sophomore Seth Hartman takes his skill of duck calling to a national stage
“Struggling to squeeze into the crudely made wooden camouflage blind, sophomore Seth Hartman couldn’t see ...”
Kraft Contest
“When sophomore Hallie Beck came home from swim practice at 8 a.m., she was tired ...”
Three health care reform bills bring an uprise in debate
“Theodore Roosevelt introduced it in 1912.
Harry Truman, John Kennedy, Richard Nixon and Bill Clinton all ...”
After a five year break, Phish's new album proves to be a
“Few bands could ever muster the audacity to don Halloween costumes and cover the White ...”
Freshmen musicians excel beyond their peers making them noteworthy
“Before she got on stage, freshman Lily Kaufmann felt it. The proverbial butterflies fluttered in ...”
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StuCo plan brings the magical world of Harry Potter to spirit week
“Dust off your broomsticks and get ready for potions class, because Hogwarts is coming to ...”
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Seniors need to forget last year's mistakes and traditions by supporting this year's policy
“There are two ways to approach a new school year: one involves Facebook sta¬tuses begging ...”
Senior gives the little Lancers a crash course on the yays and nays of the first year blues... With completely serious undertones. Seriously.
“For freshmen, Link Crew day came and went like neon leggings under mini skirts: there ...”
Sisters find joy through impacting lives of Guatemalan kids on church mission trip
“It was black outside as two school buses carrying 59 teens and adults from Colonial ...”
Freshman goes on an adventure trip to challenge herself mentally and physically
“As the sun crept higher and higher into the sky, freshman Chloe Stradinger couldn’t help ...”
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Around the World Features
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Lauren Erickson Feature
Settling into a foreign country was a nerve-racking event for ...”
| Aug 21
Because students can't get any honors credit from them, juniors feels that creative classes at East are getting a dishonorable mention
“There’s a zillion reasons Shawnee Mission East is a nationally renowned school. The state selected ...”
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Yearbook 2008-2009
“Read through the complete yearbook, the Shawnee Mission East Hauberk, volume 51, published in 2009 ...”
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Yearbook 2007-2008
“The yearbook published in 2007-2008 held the new theme of "Sketch," a theme that represented ...”
| 2007 | May 30
Yearbook 2006-2007
“Read through the complete yearbook, the Shawnee Mission East Hauberk, volume 49, published in 2007 ...”
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Our Visitors
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Please, No Hot Linking or Image Pirating
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“The 2004-2005 season was led by Journalist of the Year Libby Nelson. Due to server ...”
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