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Deledao Education is an AI software designed to block distractions on students computers.
State High uses AI software: Deledao Education
Sophomore Olivia Li is featured on the video board at Mercedes-Benz Stadium after receiving her trophy for State High's first DECA world championship. Photo Courtesy of Bridget Ciolkosz
DECA shines at ICDC in Atlanta
Shoppers peruse the packed tables of books at the AAUW Used Book Sale. Photo courtesy of Autumn Shoemaker.
Inside State College’s biggest book sale
State High mascot is featured in a still from the 2012 lip dub.
State High prepares for the 2026 Lip Dub
Senior Elliott Mathews plays the drums with his student band, Luminary, at the 2026 Mini-THON event. Student bands like Luminary and the Smash Tacklers are a staple of State High's music scene.
State High music program carries on legacy at PMEA
The sun sets on the South Track during State High's "Senior Sunset"
The sun sets on State High’s seniors
State High Spotlight: Summer Bucket List
State High Spotlight: LLPN Senior Send Off
Teacher Appreciation Week graphic with school supplies surrounding it.
State High celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
Social media campaigns from students in the running for Senate.
Senate elections spur competitive atmosphere at State High
A clown fish swims through a coral reef. The machines used in ocean mining often harm coral ecosystems like these.
The move to mine the ocean is extremely harmful
Protesters march around the corner of W Beaver Avenue and Fraser Street on the evening of Jan. 26, holding up signs that say “Drive out ICE” and “No Fascists in PA”. The protestors block traffic as three stand in the crosswalk.
Why ICE’s presence in State College is not practical or beneficial
A bracket-themed graphic made on Canva reads, "Why expanding March Madness is ruining the tournament".
Why expanding March Madness is ruining the tournament
FIFA World Cup 2026 Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
FIFA World Cup ticket prices rise
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, home to the Penn State baseball team, is filled with fans on a beautiful day in State College.
Unhappy Valley: Why State College is not the #1 small college town in the country
Michael Powell (30) poses for a photo with his youth basketball team, BARF.
Michael Powell: The captain
Trey Combs warming up for the biggest game of the year yet against Pine-Richland
State College defeats Pine-Richland 9-8 to advance in PIAA state tournament
State High softball celebrates in a fun and excited way after their third straight D6 championship.
State College softball captures third straight District 6 championship
Molly Workman dives into the pool in a 2025 meet.
Molly Workman: State High’s greatest champion
Senior Daniel Sahakian takes a touch during the boys soccer team's homecoming week game against Mechanicsburg.
State High’s Iconic Sports Moments of 2025-26
The band getting ready to take a whole program photo.
Advanced Rock Ensemble Concert: Spring Semester
Seniors Stella Brannen and Graham Lowe harmonizing during "You Know What They Do To Guys Like Us In Prison" by My Chemical Romance.
Rock ensemble concludes for the year in stunning finale
Graphic displaying this years Met Gala theme "Costume Art".
Met Gala theme provokes discussion on beauty standards in fashion
State Theatre on West College Ave advertises a movie showing.
Film is back! But is it already going again?
The choir performs “From the Start” in front of a crowd in the performing arts center.
State College Choir holds spring pops concert
State Highs Physics Research Symposium
The band getting ready to take a whole program photo.
Advanced Rock Ensemble Concert: Spring Semester
Seniors Stella Brannen and Graham Lowe harmonizing during "You Know What They Do To Guys Like Us In Prison" by My Chemical Romance.
Rock ensemble concludes for the year in stunning finale
The Lip Dub balloon arch sits in an almost empty hallway as students take their places along the Lip Dub route.
The 2026 LipDub- A Celebration for the Ages
Chasing the Light: Ellory Potter's Reflection as Photo Editor
Chasing the Light: Ellory Potter’s Reflection as Photo Editor
State High Spotlight: Summer Bucket List
State High Spotlight: LLPN Senior Send Off
State High Sports Report: State High Seniors reflect on careers
State High Spotlight: SCOSCARS
State High Spotlight: Forensic Science Course
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Front page of the 2025 Lions' Digest Graduation Issue. Photo by Ellory Potter, design by Grace Levy.
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Winter Issue Cover. Created by Linda Wang
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