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History teacher Trevor Dietz and board member Jackie Huff listen as junior Nate Tranell shares his concerns and suggestions regarding school safety.
SCASD Community Reflects on Safety Concerns
Becky Mignot, Arts & Entertainment Editor • June 6, 2025

On May 9, State High administrators, teachers, and board members held an open round table discussion on school safety in the black box during...

Juniors Jenna Jones (left) and Nate Will (right) participate in a lesson in Josh Horton's CP English 11 class.
English Department Proposes Course Changes for 2026-2027 School Year
Lacey Sheaffer, News Editor • June 6, 2025

In light of the dissolution of the IB program, the English department is pursuing the development of a new course. The course, which will be...

The combined choirs sing the final song of the year at the Spring Pops concert.
State High Choirs Honor Seniors at Spring Pops Concert
Lacey Sheaffer, News Editor • May 30, 2025

On May 21, the State High Choirs took the stage for the final time of the year for the Spring Pops Concert. Led by Director Erik Clayton, various...

Air traffic control collage created by Kate Reinhard.
Buckle Your Seatbelt: Turbulent Air Travel Ahead
Kate Reinhard, Staff Writer • May 28, 2025

A nationwide shortage of air traffic controllers is stressing the U.S. aviation network. Newark Liberty International Airport, a major East Coast...

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Senior Jessica Hawbaker is a two-sport athlete in basketball (left) and softball (right).
Two-Sport Athlete Jessica Hawbaker Leaves a Legacy on the Court and Field
Noah Radio, Sports Editor • June 6, 2025

Senior Jessica Hawbaker is leaving State High in elite company. As a team captain and four-year varsity starter in both girls basketball and...

Huggins competes at the 2025 PIAA District VI Swimming Championships. Photo courtesy of Joe Lipski.
Making a Splash: Student-Athlete Sam Huggins
Anna Herickhoff, Opinion Editor • June 6, 2025

Dedication. Passion. Leadership. The ingredients that turn a decent student-athlete into a team captain, a collegiate-level researcher, a state...

Freshman Reagan Dare cuts in front of the net in the first quarter.
Girls Lacrosse Team Falls in State Playoffs
Noah Radio, Sports Editor • June 5, 2025

On June 3, the State High Girls Lacrosse Team took on Pine Richland in the opening round of the PIAA State Playoffs and lost, 15-10. The Little...

A close up shot of the end zone of State Highs downtown sports stadium, Memorial Field.
Multisport Athletes Thrive at State High
Eries St. Sauver, Staff Writer • June 4, 2025

Many students tend to excel and focus their attention on a single sport, but this is not always the case. Many students at State High now play...

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Senior Jessica Hawbaker is a two-sport athlete in basketball (left) and softball (right).
Two-Sport Athlete Jessica Hawbaker Leaves a Legacy on the Court and Field
Noah Radio, Sports Editor • June 6, 2025

Senior Jessica Hawbaker is leaving State High in elite company. As a team captain and four-year varsity starter in both girls basketball and...

Huggins competes at the 2025 PIAA District VI Swimming Championships. Photo courtesy of Joe Lipski.
Making a Splash: Student-Athlete Sam Huggins
Anna Herickhoff, Opinion Editor • June 6, 2025

Dedication. Passion. Leadership. The ingredients that turn a decent student-athlete into a team captain, a collegiate-level researcher, a state...

Lift Every Voice performers take their final bow after the 2025 performance on the stage of State High's Performance Arts Center.
Loud and Proud: The Growth of Lift Every Voice
Setsen Gunbileg, Staff Writer • June 6, 2025

On April 26, State High students took the stage for the fourth annual Lift Every Voice (LEV) performance, a student-led event dedicated to celebrating...

Photo collage showing the nine teachers and administrators retiring from SCASD in 2025. Photos by Ellory Potter, Michael Powell, and Nabil Mark.
Thank You 2025 Retirees!
Anna Herickhoff, Marek Horgas, Lacey Sheaffer, Clara Kraft, Noah Radio, Ryan Evanego, Hannah Smith, Jude Rhymer, and David Krebs June 6, 2025

This year, State High said goodbye and thank you to 10 teachers and administrators: Communications Director Chris Rosenblum, math teacher Jim...

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