Students Gain New App to Help With Concerning Issues
Editoral By: Jessie Anderson
With everything that has been going on the country lately, a lot of schools have been rethinking the way they are handling certain situations. The Care App is a new app available to high school students. The Care App was Mrs. O’Haver, the Knox County school counselor's idea. Mr. Brown, High School Principal, said that the Care App has been in the works for a few years, but after recent course of events they thought it was a great time to get the app up and running.
Mr. Brown stated, "The purpose of the Care App is for students to report anything that may seem odd or out of place. It is important for the students to have a voice and the report has an option to remain anonymous."
Mr. Brown said that the school's number one priority is the safety of the students and that he also hopes this app will help build better relationships between students and faculty members. This app came out at the perfect time. Which had people thinking, is this app just to report serious threats towards students and the school? The answer is no. You can report bullying, threats, or even if someone is just having a bad day. Mr. Brown, Mrs. O’Haver and everyone else in the school wants to help and talk to students that are having a bad day or just needs someone to talk to. Also students may feel nervous or even ashamed that they have to go talk to someone personally. So Mr. Brown says that the Care App will be for students to report something that they have seen or heard instead of talking to someone. If he is to get a report from the Care App he will be able to talk one on one with the student and hopefully to better understand that student's perspective better. He hopes that the care app will hope students have a voice while also helping the school and their fellow peers .
Mrs. O’Haver says she feels like this app will help build a better relationship between her and students. She said that students may feel like they are in trouble when they talk to the counselor, but she is there to help, same with Mr. Brown. If there is a report that is reported anonymously, then Mrs. O’Haver will talk to the person that the report was filed against. If the report was not reported anonymously then Mrs. O’Haver will talk to both people, but the name of the reporter will stay anonymous to the other party. Mr. Brown and Mrs. O’Haver both encourage anyone to report anything that doesn’t seem right to them. The safety of the school and the students are their first priority, and it should be yours as well.
Editoral By: Jessie Anderson
With everything that has been going on the country lately, a lot of schools have been rethinking the way they are handling certain situations. The Care App is a new app available to high school students. The Care App was Mrs. O’Haver, the Knox County school counselor's idea. Mr. Brown, High School Principal, said that the Care App has been in the works for a few years, but after recent course of events they thought it was a great time to get the app up and running.
Mr. Brown stated, "The purpose of the Care App is for students to report anything that may seem odd or out of place. It is important for the students to have a voice and the report has an option to remain anonymous."
Mr. Brown said that the school's number one priority is the safety of the students and that he also hopes this app will help build better relationships between students and faculty members. This app came out at the perfect time. Which had people thinking, is this app just to report serious threats towards students and the school? The answer is no. You can report bullying, threats, or even if someone is just having a bad day. Mr. Brown, Mrs. O’Haver and everyone else in the school wants to help and talk to students that are having a bad day or just needs someone to talk to. Also students may feel nervous or even ashamed that they have to go talk to someone personally. So Mr. Brown says that the Care App will be for students to report something that they have seen or heard instead of talking to someone. If he is to get a report from the Care App he will be able to talk one on one with the student and hopefully to better understand that student's perspective better. He hopes that the care app will hope students have a voice while also helping the school and their fellow peers .
Mrs. O’Haver says she feels like this app will help build a better relationship between her and students. She said that students may feel like they are in trouble when they talk to the counselor, but she is there to help, same with Mr. Brown. If there is a report that is reported anonymously, then Mrs. O’Haver will talk to the person that the report was filed against. If the report was not reported anonymously then Mrs. O’Haver will talk to both people, but the name of the reporter will stay anonymous to the other party. Mr. Brown and Mrs. O’Haver both encourage anyone to report anything that doesn’t seem right to them. The safety of the school and the students are their first priority, and it should be yours as well.
StuCo Hosts a Successful Trivia Night
By: Emily Nichols The Knox County’s Student Council held their first Trivia Night on Fri. March 2 at 7 p.m. The doors opened at 6:30 p.m. To participate in this event you would have needed up to 8 people on a team. The teams were required to consist of Knox County students, employees and a plus one from each person. The Trivia Night also had exciting mini games and food to share. The trivia games consisted of 10 rounds of questions. After a few rounds of trivia they would stop the game to play fun mini games to win your team extra points. The mini games consisted of Name that Disney song, Cookie Face, which is a completion to see who can move a cookie down their face the fastest and the eat it, and the last mini game was the Newlywed Game. In that game, the participants had to answer questions about each other. 8 teams participated in the Trivia Game night. Ms. McNabb’s team placed first and each member won a shirt. Mrs. Erwin says she plans on continuing the Trivia night for years to come and possibly open it up to other community members. |
The S.W.A.T. Desk is Now Open
By: Aden Triplett Knox County has recently gained a help desk called Students Working for the Advancement of Technology, or S.W.A.T. S.W.A.T. started as a class offered in the second semester of last school year. The goal of the S.W.A.T. team is to teach students to work toward becoming Apple mentors in order to better assist teachers and students at school. Mrs. Jennifer Orton teaches the class and provides the student team with support. Senior, Zach English, and Junior, Katie Hamlin are currently serving as S.W.A.T members. The S.W.A.T. desk is located in the high school library near the book check out. The S.W.A.T. desk can help students with glitchy apps, app suggestions, Wi-fi problems, storage problems, and general iPad issues. |
Clark Represents Knox in All-State Choir
By: Thibaud Lecointe
Missouri All-State Choir is an event held each year at the Lake of Ozarks. The 2018 choir took place from January 24 to 27. Natalie Clark, junior at Knox County High School, participated for the first time at this event.
All of the singers who want to participate must pass an audition that is reserved for juniors and seniors across the state. This event brings together 4 singers from each section for a total of 16 people. At the beginning of the event, all the singers have to learn a music selection, memorize all the music and sing the entire day to prepare a show for Saturday.
Clark says that this event allowed her to gain more experience and techniques. The director of the All-State Choir was is a college professor who helped them elevate their level of singing.
By: Thibaud Lecointe
Missouri All-State Choir is an event held each year at the Lake of Ozarks. The 2018 choir took place from January 24 to 27. Natalie Clark, junior at Knox County High School, participated for the first time at this event.
All of the singers who want to participate must pass an audition that is reserved for juniors and seniors across the state. This event brings together 4 singers from each section for a total of 16 people. At the beginning of the event, all the singers have to learn a music selection, memorize all the music and sing the entire day to prepare a show for Saturday.
Clark says that this event allowed her to gain more experience and techniques. The director of the All-State Choir was is a college professor who helped them elevate their level of singing.
Middle School Quiz Bowl Competes at Knox County Tournament of the Minds
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The middle school quiz bowl team played at Knox County High School on Feb. 2 at 4:30. Five other teams also participated, which include Highland, Palmyra, Brashear, Scotland, and North Shelby.
Knox County had four teams in the middle school quiz bowl tournament and that included 8th grade, 7th grade, 6th grade, and 5th grade.
The 8th grade team finished with 2 wins and 2 losses, the wins came from games against Knox 7th grade team and Palmyra B team. The 7th grade team lost both games that they participated in. The 6th grade team finished with 2 wins and 2 losses. Their wins came from games against Scotland B and Brashear 5. The 5th grade team finished with 3 wins and 2 losses. Their wins came from Brashear 5, Highland B, and Palmyra. The 5th grade team also got fourth place.
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The middle school quiz bowl team played at Knox County High School on Feb. 2 at 4:30. Five other teams also participated, which include Highland, Palmyra, Brashear, Scotland, and North Shelby.
Knox County had four teams in the middle school quiz bowl tournament and that included 8th grade, 7th grade, 6th grade, and 5th grade.
The 8th grade team finished with 2 wins and 2 losses, the wins came from games against Knox 7th grade team and Palmyra B team. The 7th grade team lost both games that they participated in. The 6th grade team finished with 2 wins and 2 losses. Their wins came from games against Scotland B and Brashear 5. The 5th grade team finished with 3 wins and 2 losses. Their wins came from Brashear 5, Highland B, and Palmyra. The 5th grade team also got fourth place.
Students Perform in Conference Band
By: Laura Mayer
This year's Lewis and Clark Conference Band was hosted by Schuyler County. Conference band is when all 9 schools in our assigned conference send their best band members to go audition for chairs and practice together all day before putting on a concert at 6 p.m. that evening. This year Brandi Carlyle, Shelby York, Zach Winter, and Harley Powers were selected to represent Knox County. Band teacher, Matt Rayl, accompanied the quartet. These four talented band students participated in the performance of a song from Guardians of the Galaxy, a Pony Express song, a slow ballad, and a song entitled "Flight of the Thunderbird". Rayl believes that this event builds character for the young band members by showing them the value of hard work. Practicing hard for the audition and then continuing to practice all day long with unfamiliar band members for a concert that night allots for a tremendous amount of work. The Knox County R-1 High School Band has participated in Conference band every year, with this being the second year of being in our new conference. Rayl shares that he was most excited for the students to meet new people, make new friends, and play music together.
By: Laura Mayer
This year's Lewis and Clark Conference Band was hosted by Schuyler County. Conference band is when all 9 schools in our assigned conference send their best band members to go audition for chairs and practice together all day before putting on a concert at 6 p.m. that evening. This year Brandi Carlyle, Shelby York, Zach Winter, and Harley Powers were selected to represent Knox County. Band teacher, Matt Rayl, accompanied the quartet. These four talented band students participated in the performance of a song from Guardians of the Galaxy, a Pony Express song, a slow ballad, and a song entitled "Flight of the Thunderbird". Rayl believes that this event builds character for the young band members by showing them the value of hard work. Practicing hard for the audition and then continuing to practice all day long with unfamiliar band members for a concert that night allots for a tremendous amount of work. The Knox County R-1 High School Band has participated in Conference band every year, with this being the second year of being in our new conference. Rayl shares that he was most excited for the students to meet new people, make new friends, and play music together.
Students Give Back to the Community
By: Laura Mayer
On Fri., Jan. 5, the Knox County Student Council sent five members along with their advisor, Jessica Erwin, to the Knox County Food Bank to help with food distribution. One of the members that attended was Nickolas Edwards. Edwards enjoyed this service event because he was able to help out the community and saw it as a way to give back. Edwards said he packed out groceries for those who came to the food bank. Edwards stated that he would love to go back to the food bank to help out again.
Other school groups have also been assisting at the Knox County Food Bank and will continue to as the school year comes to a close.
By: Laura Mayer
On Fri., Jan. 5, the Knox County Student Council sent five members along with their advisor, Jessica Erwin, to the Knox County Food Bank to help with food distribution. One of the members that attended was Nickolas Edwards. Edwards enjoyed this service event because he was able to help out the community and saw it as a way to give back. Edwards said he packed out groceries for those who came to the food bank. Edwards stated that he would love to go back to the food bank to help out again.
Other school groups have also been assisting at the Knox County Food Bank and will continue to as the school year comes to a close.
Courtwarming 2018
By: Jessica Anderson
For the 2018 Courtwarming, Knox County is changing things up a bit. This year's theme is “The Olympics.” There is a lot happening rather than your normal dress up days like we have had in the past.
Each grade in the high school, faculty and staff, and elementary and middle schoolers were assigned an Olympic sport. On Wednesday each team will dress as their designated sport.
Freshmen: Hockey
Sophomores: Figure Skating
Juniors: Track and Field
Seniors: Basketball
Elementary and Middle School: Football
Faculty and Staff: Gymnastics
The rest of the dress up days include:
Monday: ‘Merica Monday- Dress up in red, white and blue to show your USA pride
(sidewalk chalk challenge. After school come outside to the front of the building to decorate ONE block of the sidewalk to try and earn points for your team.)
Tuesday: Senior Citizen Discount- Show your age throughout the day! Then come on out to Senior Night wearing your best elderly attire. The person with the best costume will win a prize at the halftime of the boys game!
Thursday: Biggest Fan- Wear your favorite team's jersey to show your spirit!
Friday: Light ‘Em Up- Show your school spirit and Eagle pride at school and at the Courtwarming game against Harrisburg. Girls game will tip-off at six, followed by the boys.
The high school class that participated the most throughout the week will be awarded pedals during the pep rally, which will be held Friday afternoon at the high school.
By: Jessica Anderson
For the 2018 Courtwarming, Knox County is changing things up a bit. This year's theme is “The Olympics.” There is a lot happening rather than your normal dress up days like we have had in the past.
Each grade in the high school, faculty and staff, and elementary and middle schoolers were assigned an Olympic sport. On Wednesday each team will dress as their designated sport.
Freshmen: Hockey
Sophomores: Figure Skating
Juniors: Track and Field
Seniors: Basketball
Elementary and Middle School: Football
Faculty and Staff: Gymnastics
The rest of the dress up days include:
Monday: ‘Merica Monday- Dress up in red, white and blue to show your USA pride
(sidewalk chalk challenge. After school come outside to the front of the building to decorate ONE block of the sidewalk to try and earn points for your team.)
Tuesday: Senior Citizen Discount- Show your age throughout the day! Then come on out to Senior Night wearing your best elderly attire. The person with the best costume will win a prize at the halftime of the boys game!
Thursday: Biggest Fan- Wear your favorite team's jersey to show your spirit!
Friday: Light ‘Em Up- Show your school spirit and Eagle pride at school and at the Courtwarming game against Harrisburg. Girls game will tip-off at six, followed by the boys.
The high school class that participated the most throughout the week will be awarded pedals during the pep rally, which will be held Friday afternoon at the high school.
Missouri Boys and Girls State Attendees are Selected
By: Aden Triplett
Missouri Boys and Girls State is an event held every summer to give junior students an opportunity to experience being a representative of a democratic system of government. Attendees of Boys or Girls State are chosen by the teachers, who vote on students that would best represent our school and community. This year's Knox County representatives are; Joseph Chatelain and Nash Miller, and girls, Chelsea Zahn, and Brandi Carlyle. Joseph Chatelain says he’s excited about going and thinks it is a good opportunity to get hands on experience with journalism without committing to the actual job. According to their websites, Boys and Girls State activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law-enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses and other recreational programs, which are operated by students elected to various offices. This 8 day event is a great opportunity for students to practice and get a feel for future government jobs. This year's Boys State session is the 79th year and will be held on June 16-23. Girls State will follow on June 24-30. Both will be held on the campus of the University of Central Missouri.
By: Aden Triplett
Missouri Boys and Girls State is an event held every summer to give junior students an opportunity to experience being a representative of a democratic system of government. Attendees of Boys or Girls State are chosen by the teachers, who vote on students that would best represent our school and community. This year's Knox County representatives are; Joseph Chatelain and Nash Miller, and girls, Chelsea Zahn, and Brandi Carlyle. Joseph Chatelain says he’s excited about going and thinks it is a good opportunity to get hands on experience with journalism without committing to the actual job. According to their websites, Boys and Girls State activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law-enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses and other recreational programs, which are operated by students elected to various offices. This 8 day event is a great opportunity for students to practice and get a feel for future government jobs. This year's Boys State session is the 79th year and will be held on June 16-23. Girls State will follow on June 24-30. Both will be held on the campus of the University of Central Missouri.
Lunar Eclipse 2k18
Editorial: By Joseph Chatelain
To kick off the New Year and happy feelings, there was a total lunar eclipse that happened January 31st; how cool! Whether you saw it, or not, it’s sure that all of these terms being thrown around are super confusing (And if you didn’t see it, don’t worry. The next total eclipse according to space.com is “January 19, 2019”). Blood moon, blue moon, super moon, even Super Blue Blood Moon. Call it as you will, it’s just not that much different than a regular total eclipse. What is a blood moon? A blood moon is simply just the moment where the Earth is completely covering up the moon minimizing the light shone onto the moon. A blue moon is just when there are two full moons in one month. The moon won’t be a tint of blue and tides won’t be affected, we just received more moonlight. Finally, the super moon isn’t too big of a deal. Yes, the moon will be closer to the Earth due to its rotation around it. No, there isn’t a noticeable difference in the size of the moon. In fact, American astrologist Fred Espenak says, “If you compare the moon when it's at its apparent smallest, when it's at apogee, and where it is when it’s at perigee, you're talking about a maximum difference in the moon's diameter of about 14 percent. This is not something you would notice with the human eye.” So now when someone tells you about the Super Blue Blood Moon that affected the tides and was an impressive view, you can easily debunk them and explain why, actually, these three events happening together wasn’t too amazing after all.
Editorial: By Joseph Chatelain
To kick off the New Year and happy feelings, there was a total lunar eclipse that happened January 31st; how cool! Whether you saw it, or not, it’s sure that all of these terms being thrown around are super confusing (And if you didn’t see it, don’t worry. The next total eclipse according to space.com is “January 19, 2019”). Blood moon, blue moon, super moon, even Super Blue Blood Moon. Call it as you will, it’s just not that much different than a regular total eclipse. What is a blood moon? A blood moon is simply just the moment where the Earth is completely covering up the moon minimizing the light shone onto the moon. A blue moon is just when there are two full moons in one month. The moon won’t be a tint of blue and tides won’t be affected, we just received more moonlight. Finally, the super moon isn’t too big of a deal. Yes, the moon will be closer to the Earth due to its rotation around it. No, there isn’t a noticeable difference in the size of the moon. In fact, American astrologist Fred Espenak says, “If you compare the moon when it's at its apparent smallest, when it's at apogee, and where it is when it’s at perigee, you're talking about a maximum difference in the moon's diameter of about 14 percent. This is not something you would notice with the human eye.” So now when someone tells you about the Super Blue Blood Moon that affected the tides and was an impressive view, you can easily debunk them and explain why, actually, these three events happening together wasn’t too amazing after all.
Preparing for the Future on Welding Trip
Editorial By: Aden Triplett
On January 24, I traveled with my teacher, Rich Green, and classmates, Lindsey Alexander, Austin Snelling, and Elijah Benja to Nevada, Missouri for the annual Senior Welding Competition at the Missouri Welding Institute. We spent the night at a hotel in Nevada, near the institute. The next day, on the 25th, we woke up at 5:30 a.m. to go check into the competition. When we arrived we grabbed our gear and went inside a building that had the registration tables. After we all checked in and were registered, we went and waited in a room until 10 a.m.. When the competition started we were split up into 3 flights; all of the people who came with me were in the first flight. We went into a building that had about 60 welding booths in it. We were briefed on the rules and disqualifications that could happen while welding. The competition started and we began welding. The first weld was 10 uphill beads. After everyone had welded, they gave out door prizes and awards. We then loaded the bus and headed home. I enjoyed this trip because of the new experiences and people I met. If you’re looking to weld as a career I feel this is a very good school to attend, as well as a great opportunity to be exposed to welding.
Editorial By: Aden Triplett
On January 24, I traveled with my teacher, Rich Green, and classmates, Lindsey Alexander, Austin Snelling, and Elijah Benja to Nevada, Missouri for the annual Senior Welding Competition at the Missouri Welding Institute. We spent the night at a hotel in Nevada, near the institute. The next day, on the 25th, we woke up at 5:30 a.m. to go check into the competition. When we arrived we grabbed our gear and went inside a building that had the registration tables. After we all checked in and were registered, we went and waited in a room until 10 a.m.. When the competition started we were split up into 3 flights; all of the people who came with me were in the first flight. We went into a building that had about 60 welding booths in it. We were briefed on the rules and disqualifications that could happen while welding. The competition started and we began welding. The first weld was 10 uphill beads. After everyone had welded, they gave out door prizes and awards. We then loaded the bus and headed home. I enjoyed this trip because of the new experiences and people I met. If you’re looking to weld as a career I feel this is a very good school to attend, as well as a great opportunity to be exposed to welding.
Knox County Becomes Apple Distinguished
By: Nickolas Edwards
The Knox County school district became Apple Distinguished at the beginning of October. Six years ago, Knox County was learning toward becoming technology-based, but becoming Apple Distinguished wasn’t on the school's mind.
Knox County’s Superintendent, Andy Turgeon said, “This school wanted to offer more to the students and wanted to mirror what the students were going to do after school. Students, after school, would be playing on their iPhones or iPads. Textbooks are always getting outdated. We Skyped an architect from Disney World and that just opened our minds of what we can do with technology.”
Knox County then implemented an one-to-one initiative, by supplying students and teachers with technology such as iPads, Apple TVs and MacBooks. During the school 2016-2017 school year, an Apple representative came to the school and said Knox County needed to publish their story. Turgeon said, “That means a lot coming from an Apple representative and also makes teachers want to come to Knox County and teach.”
Jennifer Orton, the Knox County Innovative Learning Specialist, as well as the iGrow committee, played a part in becoming Apple Distinguished. They all worked together gathering stories from classrooms about how technology has changed teaching and learning. They then collaborated on making an iBook with iBooks Author and finally, submitted the book to Apple. This entire process took nearly a year from start to finish.
Knox County is one of the few schools who are Apple Distinguished in the state.
By: Nickolas Edwards
The Knox County school district became Apple Distinguished at the beginning of October. Six years ago, Knox County was learning toward becoming technology-based, but becoming Apple Distinguished wasn’t on the school's mind.
Knox County’s Superintendent, Andy Turgeon said, “This school wanted to offer more to the students and wanted to mirror what the students were going to do after school. Students, after school, would be playing on their iPhones or iPads. Textbooks are always getting outdated. We Skyped an architect from Disney World and that just opened our minds of what we can do with technology.”
Knox County then implemented an one-to-one initiative, by supplying students and teachers with technology such as iPads, Apple TVs and MacBooks. During the school 2016-2017 school year, an Apple representative came to the school and said Knox County needed to publish their story. Turgeon said, “That means a lot coming from an Apple representative and also makes teachers want to come to Knox County and teach.”
Jennifer Orton, the Knox County Innovative Learning Specialist, as well as the iGrow committee, played a part in becoming Apple Distinguished. They all worked together gathering stories from classrooms about how technology has changed teaching and learning. They then collaborated on making an iBook with iBooks Author and finally, submitted the book to Apple. This entire process took nearly a year from start to finish.
Knox County is one of the few schools who are Apple Distinguished in the state.
Seniors Prepare for the Future through Mock Interviews
By: Laura Mayer
On Oct. 20, 2017, the Knox County R-1 High School seniors participated in a mock interview. During this time, seniors met with interviewers from the community and answered sample interview questions. The seniors also dressed professionally to get the full effect of a real interview.
Knox County High School counselor, Stacy O’Haver, organized the mock interviews. Since most students do not engage in an interview during their high school career or prepare a resume, O’Haver feels that the mock interviews are a good place for seniors to gain that experience. The idea of mock interviews was discussed in one of O’Haver’s Pathways to Prosperity Meetings and she was put in charge of it. Since then, she has arranged for the community members to interview the seniors, prepared the seniors for their interview, and helped them create a resume.
The community members O’Haver selects as interviewers currently hold jobs as bankers, insurance agents, county commissioners, courthouse employees, city employees, pastors, etc.
In preparation for the interview, the seniors were shown a presentation of interview do's and don’ts, watched a video on proper interview responses, and given sample interview questions two days prior to the event. O’Haver is appreciative of the technology within the Knox County
R-1 School District because it tremendously helps students with the creation of their resume. For future interviews, O’Haver advises seniors to research sample interview questions, ask someone to do a mock interview with them, relax, and remember that an interview is no more than a conversation. O’Haver also suggests to research the industry that one is applying to work for.
Many people are glad to help for the preparation of an interview. To prove this, the community members gladly accepted when they were asked to volunteer their time for the interviews. Seniors also expressed appreciation for the opportunity to practice gaining necessary interviewing experience.
By: Laura Mayer
On Oct. 20, 2017, the Knox County R-1 High School seniors participated in a mock interview. During this time, seniors met with interviewers from the community and answered sample interview questions. The seniors also dressed professionally to get the full effect of a real interview.
Knox County High School counselor, Stacy O’Haver, organized the mock interviews. Since most students do not engage in an interview during their high school career or prepare a resume, O’Haver feels that the mock interviews are a good place for seniors to gain that experience. The idea of mock interviews was discussed in one of O’Haver’s Pathways to Prosperity Meetings and she was put in charge of it. Since then, she has arranged for the community members to interview the seniors, prepared the seniors for their interview, and helped them create a resume.
The community members O’Haver selects as interviewers currently hold jobs as bankers, insurance agents, county commissioners, courthouse employees, city employees, pastors, etc.
In preparation for the interview, the seniors were shown a presentation of interview do's and don’ts, watched a video on proper interview responses, and given sample interview questions two days prior to the event. O’Haver is appreciative of the technology within the Knox County
R-1 School District because it tremendously helps students with the creation of their resume. For future interviews, O’Haver advises seniors to research sample interview questions, ask someone to do a mock interview with them, relax, and remember that an interview is no more than a conversation. O’Haver also suggests to research the industry that one is applying to work for.
Many people are glad to help for the preparation of an interview. To prove this, the community members gladly accepted when they were asked to volunteer their time for the interviews. Seniors also expressed appreciation for the opportunity to practice gaining necessary interviewing experience.
Clark Stars in Show at Quincy Community Theater
By: Emily Nichols
Natalie Clark, a junior at Knox County High School, has become a very successful actress over the years. She has recently landed two roles with the Quincy Community Theater. Her next play is "Harriet the Spy", which will be at the Quincy Community Theater on Oct. 26 to Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m each night and 2 p.m on Sunday. The play is about an eleven-year-old-girl who has dreams to become a spy. Clark’s role in the play is Ole Golly, who is Harriet's nanny. She helps Harriet pursue her spying dreams throughout the play.
Since September, Clark has been traveling to Quincy, Illinois practically every day after school for her rehearsals. Rehearsals typically last for 3 or 4 hours and she also has to practice her lines at home. Clark has to dedicate most of her free time to her character to ensure she portrays Ole Golly correctly.
Clark has known she wanted to be an actress since she was in 1st grade. Her teacher assigned a project that had the kids think about what they saw themselves being when they grew up. Clark says she drew a rockstar and that was the day she knew what she wanted to become. Clark's career path includes pursuing musical theater.
By: Emily Nichols
Natalie Clark, a junior at Knox County High School, has become a very successful actress over the years. She has recently landed two roles with the Quincy Community Theater. Her next play is "Harriet the Spy", which will be at the Quincy Community Theater on Oct. 26 to Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m each night and 2 p.m on Sunday. The play is about an eleven-year-old-girl who has dreams to become a spy. Clark’s role in the play is Ole Golly, who is Harriet's nanny. She helps Harriet pursue her spying dreams throughout the play.
Since September, Clark has been traveling to Quincy, Illinois practically every day after school for her rehearsals. Rehearsals typically last for 3 or 4 hours and she also has to practice her lines at home. Clark has to dedicate most of her free time to her character to ensure she portrays Ole Golly correctly.
Clark has known she wanted to be an actress since she was in 1st grade. Her teacher assigned a project that had the kids think about what they saw themselves being when they grew up. Clark says she drew a rockstar and that was the day she knew what she wanted to become. Clark's career path includes pursuing musical theater.
Eagle Pride Marching Band Participated in Hannibal Band Days
By: Joseph Chatelain
Photo Credit: Matt Rayl
On October 7, Knox County Eagle Pride Marching Band participated in Hannibal Band Day. This year was the 69th Annual Hannibal Band Day, which is a parade and field show event. The schools participating in the parade were: Hannibal High School and Middle School, Clark County Middle School, Canton R-5 Junior and High School, Palmyra High School, Indian Pride, Novinger Marching Wildcats, Bulldog Pride Marching Band, Knox County High School, Heartland Christian Academy, Clopton Hawk Pride Band, The Spirit of Troy Ninth Grade Marching Band, Quincy Notre Dame, Vandalia Van-Far Chiefs, North Shelby Marching Cardinals, Mark Twain Marching Tigers, South Shelby Marching Cardinals, Green City Marching Gold Band, Kirksville Middle School Band, Milan C-2 High School, Scotland County Jr. High and High School, Brashear Marching Band, Quincy High School Blue Devils, and Monroe City High School.
Every year there is also a field show, A field show is easily described as songs and formations of people arranged based on a theme. Although there were field shows, not all bands performed them. Heartland Christian Academy in Bethel, The Marching Wildcats in Novinger, The Eagle Pride Marching Band, and the Bulldog Pride Marching Band all walked across the field as they would in a parade. All of the performing field show schools were: The Indian Pride Marching Band, Quincy High School Marching Notre Dame, South Shelby Marching Cardinals, Highland High School, Clopton Hawk Pride Band, Vandalia Van-Far Chiefs Marching Band, North Shelby Marching Raiders, Mark Twain Marching Tigers, Clark County Marching Indians, The Spirit of Troy Ninth Grade Marching Band, and Hannibal High School Pirate Pride Marching Band.
By: Joseph Chatelain
Photo Credit: Matt Rayl
On October 7, Knox County Eagle Pride Marching Band participated in Hannibal Band Day. This year was the 69th Annual Hannibal Band Day, which is a parade and field show event. The schools participating in the parade were: Hannibal High School and Middle School, Clark County Middle School, Canton R-5 Junior and High School, Palmyra High School, Indian Pride, Novinger Marching Wildcats, Bulldog Pride Marching Band, Knox County High School, Heartland Christian Academy, Clopton Hawk Pride Band, The Spirit of Troy Ninth Grade Marching Band, Quincy Notre Dame, Vandalia Van-Far Chiefs, North Shelby Marching Cardinals, Mark Twain Marching Tigers, South Shelby Marching Cardinals, Green City Marching Gold Band, Kirksville Middle School Band, Milan C-2 High School, Scotland County Jr. High and High School, Brashear Marching Band, Quincy High School Blue Devils, and Monroe City High School.
Every year there is also a field show, A field show is easily described as songs and formations of people arranged based on a theme. Although there were field shows, not all bands performed them. Heartland Christian Academy in Bethel, The Marching Wildcats in Novinger, The Eagle Pride Marching Band, and the Bulldog Pride Marching Band all walked across the field as they would in a parade. All of the performing field show schools were: The Indian Pride Marching Band, Quincy High School Marching Notre Dame, South Shelby Marching Cardinals, Highland High School, Clopton Hawk Pride Band, Vandalia Van-Far Chiefs Marching Band, North Shelby Marching Raiders, Mark Twain Marching Tigers, Clark County Marching Indians, The Spirit of Troy Ninth Grade Marching Band, and Hannibal High School Pirate Pride Marching Band.
VanDelft Takes on a New Position
By: Nickolas Edwards
Following 7 years as the high school Physical Education teacher and Varsity Head Football and Track Coach, Alex VanDelft has started this year in a new position. VanDelft is the new elementary principal at Knox County Elementary.
Before coming to Knox County, he attended Truman State University and earned a degree in Exercise Science. VanDelft then earned his Masters of Arts degree in Education again, also from Truman State University. He then went on and earned his Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University.
As a principal, VanDelft enjoys the relationship he has with the students and teachers. He goes to work every day and looks forward to it because of the positive attitude both the students and teachers have at Knox County R-1. He says he loves working in this district. VanDelft compared teaching to coaching in which he said you have to work together for a common goal. Vandelft also said he would like to thank Mrs. Jones for going out of her way to help him transition from teaching and coaching to principal. VanDelft said she made it a lot easier for him.
In his free time, VanDelft likes to spend time with his family; wife, Anna and children, Hadley, Henry, and Carmen.
By: Nickolas Edwards
Following 7 years as the high school Physical Education teacher and Varsity Head Football and Track Coach, Alex VanDelft has started this year in a new position. VanDelft is the new elementary principal at Knox County Elementary.
Before coming to Knox County, he attended Truman State University and earned a degree in Exercise Science. VanDelft then earned his Masters of Arts degree in Education again, also from Truman State University. He then went on and earned his Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University.
As a principal, VanDelft enjoys the relationship he has with the students and teachers. He goes to work every day and looks forward to it because of the positive attitude both the students and teachers have at Knox County R-1. He says he loves working in this district. VanDelft compared teaching to coaching in which he said you have to work together for a common goal. Vandelft also said he would like to thank Mrs. Jones for going out of her way to help him transition from teaching and coaching to principal. VanDelft said she made it a lot easier for him.
In his free time, VanDelft likes to spend time with his family; wife, Anna and children, Hadley, Henry, and Carmen.
NHS Volunteers at 4-H Event
By: Laura Mayer
On Oct. 5, 2017 the Knox County 4-H Clover Kids met from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. During this time, the children participated in craft time, snack time, play time, and an activity dealing with robotics. For this activity, the Clover Kids used iPads to control the robots and make them perform special tricks. County Clover Kids Leader, Jennifer Orton, brought the robots and initiated help from the local National Honor Society Chapter for this meeting. Orton shared that she is involved with 4-H because her daughter is a part of it. She really supports 4-H because she feels that it is a way for kids to explore the different passions. Orton stated that her daughter is a bit on the shy side and as a mother, she recognized 4-H as a great way for her daughter to become involved, meet new people, and learn about a variety of subjects. Orton believes that in the long run, 4-H will be beneficial to the kids because it lets them focus on subjects that they do not get to learn about in school and really develops their leadership skills.
In the robotic activity, the kids learned about the operation of robots, programming, and remote control. From the amount of giggles coming from the robotic station, Orton predicts that the kids thoroughly enjoyed this activity. Orton shared that she requested volunteers from the NHS chapter because it is good for the younger kids to see the older ones helping out because they idolize them and look upon them as role models. Orton would absolutely recommend NHS volunteers in the future because the students look up to them so much and see them as positive role models. They may also want to be in NHS in the future. From what she has observed, Orton believes that NHS teaches students leadership skills, how to be a role model, and about putting others first. These characteristics will help students in the real world because according to Orton, volunteering is an important part of being a college student, having a job, and life in general.
By: Laura Mayer
On Oct. 5, 2017 the Knox County 4-H Clover Kids met from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. During this time, the children participated in craft time, snack time, play time, and an activity dealing with robotics. For this activity, the Clover Kids used iPads to control the robots and make them perform special tricks. County Clover Kids Leader, Jennifer Orton, brought the robots and initiated help from the local National Honor Society Chapter for this meeting. Orton shared that she is involved with 4-H because her daughter is a part of it. She really supports 4-H because she feels that it is a way for kids to explore the different passions. Orton stated that her daughter is a bit on the shy side and as a mother, she recognized 4-H as a great way for her daughter to become involved, meet new people, and learn about a variety of subjects. Orton believes that in the long run, 4-H will be beneficial to the kids because it lets them focus on subjects that they do not get to learn about in school and really develops their leadership skills.
In the robotic activity, the kids learned about the operation of robots, programming, and remote control. From the amount of giggles coming from the robotic station, Orton predicts that the kids thoroughly enjoyed this activity. Orton shared that she requested volunteers from the NHS chapter because it is good for the younger kids to see the older ones helping out because they idolize them and look upon them as role models. Orton would absolutely recommend NHS volunteers in the future because the students look up to them so much and see them as positive role models. They may also want to be in NHS in the future. From what she has observed, Orton believes that NHS teaches students leadership skills, how to be a role model, and about putting others first. These characteristics will help students in the real world because according to Orton, volunteering is an important part of being a college student, having a job, and life in general.
Flu Shot Clinic Held at Knox County
By: Joe Chatelain
The flu season is approaching quickly. Shots were given Friday, Oct. 5 starting with staff at 7:30 a.m. continuing on with the middle school students, high school students, then the elementary. Shots were optional; staff members could sign up to get one and parents were sent home a form to sign their student up for one.
School nurse, Kathy Palmer suggests getting the shot now and says, “We’re just getting into flu season and it takes a couple weeks for your immunity to be strong to fight the flu.” In the case you weren’t able to get a shot she suggests washing your hands with soap and water, but if you can’t wash your hands use hand sanitizer, but make sure to wash your hands when you can. She also says, “If you are sick, stay home and try not to be around people who don't have symptoms. Lots of rest, lots of fluids, and good nutrition are key to recovering.”
By: Joe Chatelain
The flu season is approaching quickly. Shots were given Friday, Oct. 5 starting with staff at 7:30 a.m. continuing on with the middle school students, high school students, then the elementary. Shots were optional; staff members could sign up to get one and parents were sent home a form to sign their student up for one.
School nurse, Kathy Palmer suggests getting the shot now and says, “We’re just getting into flu season and it takes a couple weeks for your immunity to be strong to fight the flu.” In the case you weren’t able to get a shot she suggests washing your hands with soap and water, but if you can’t wash your hands use hand sanitizer, but make sure to wash your hands when you can. She also says, “If you are sick, stay home and try not to be around people who don't have symptoms. Lots of rest, lots of fluids, and good nutrition are key to recovering.”
Exchange Student Comes to Knox County
By: Thibaud Lecointe
My Name is Thibaud Lecointe and I am 17 years. I come from Tournan a town next to Paris and now I live in Edina for 10 months. I have made this choice to became bilingual because I have a very bad level in English and to discover another country but on the other side of the Atlantic. I have already visited some countries like Spain, Italy and Portugal and I think for the moment America is the countries that I prefer. I also came to discover another way of life and meet other people. I think this is the right time to do it because I graduated in France and also because I wanted to leave France. If I could leave it is above all thanks to my parents who agreed to leave me in a country that I did
not know and among strangers. I could never thank them enough for that. My parents work in a hospital and I don't see a lot my father because he works a lot. I have a little sister who is in high school. After this 10 months, I return in France for studies at the University but if I like to live here I can for the rest of my studies. I think for the moment I can't hope for better because all people are nice to me.
I hope that this year will be the best of my life and that I return with a lot of memories.
Meet the New Teachers at Knox County
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Stephanie Magruder
By: Jessica Anderson Ms. Stephanie Magruder is a new first grade teacher at Knox County Elementary. Magruder is from Kirksville, Missouri where she also attended Kirksville High School. During her high school career Magruder played soccer for two years. After high school Magruder attended Truman State where she received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and then obtained her Master’s degree in Elementary Education. Magruder says she always wanted to be a teacher. She says her mother has retold the story that when Magruder came home from her very first day of Kindergarten she taught her little sister everything she had learned from that day. Amanda Dunn
By: Laura Mayer New Knox County R-1 Elementary School teacher, Amanda Dunn, attended Truman State University and pursued a degree in Exercise Science. Currently, Dunn is working toward obtaining her Masters degree in Teaching. This is Dunn’s first year of teaching. Dunn became a teacher because she always enjoyed school and working with children. Applying to Knox County was a given to Dunn because of their reputation and the outstanding technology. Dunn’s favorite part of being a teacher is seeing her students walk into the classroom and be excited for the day to come. Dunn also enjoys being told, “Good Morning!” by her students. Being a native of southeast Iowa, Dunn enjoys reading, hiking, and kayaking. Unfortunately, Dunn does not get to do much kayaking in this area. One thing that Dunn absolutely cannot live without is her mother. Dunn’s mother keeps her grounded and is always ready to listen. In ten years, Dunn still sees herself as a teacher. Mandi Distler
By: Joe Chatelain Knox County R-1 Middle School has a new teacher named Ms. Amanda Distler. She graduated from Columbia College and received a Bachelors in Math and a Masters in Teaching. Distler says, “I like the relationship you form with students. They’re fun,” as to why she decided to teach. Knox County’s technology-based teaching style is uncommon to many and Distler says, “My old school had Chromebooks, but we did not really use them that much. Mrs. Orton has been super helpful and the other Middle School teachers have been helpful with sharing resources. The High School math teachers are helpful because they know math resources.” Distler also says that she plans on staying in this area. Anna Welsh
By: Laura Mayer New Knox County R-1 elementary teacher, Anna Welsh, attended Truman State University and pursued a degree in English. Welsh is currently working on obtaining her Master's Degree in Elementary Education. Being a first year teacher, Welsh is able to gain experience while doing what she loves. Impacting human lives is the main reason Welsh decided to become a teacher. She recognizes that teaching is a very rewarding career and thoroughly enjoys seeing her students "light up" when they understand something. Knox County stuck out to Welsh because the school is located in such a small town. Being from a large town, Welsh enjoys the smaller size of Knox County. During her time off from teaching, Welsh enjoys to crochet, ride her bike, and play the ukulele. While many things are dear to her, Welsh cannot live without her MacBook; she finds them to be a very intriguing and useful tool. In ten years, Welsh stated that she still saw herself as a teacher, preferably in the middle grades of elementary such as third or fourth grade. Nathan Miller
By: Becka Anderson This year, Knox County Schools hired many new teachers. One of these being Nathan Miller, the elementary Physical Education Teacher. He is also the assistant coach for varsity football and the assistant for varsity girls' basketball. Miller went to college at Iowa Wesleyan University for three years and is currently taking classes at Culver-Stockton in Canton, Mo. In Coach Miller’s free time he enjoys coaching, spending time with his daughter, Logyn, and being active. Miller was excited to return to Knox County because he grew up here, he knows the community and the small population. Miller became interested in coaching and physical education because he had a small coaching job in Quincy. Coach Miller says he he has plans to stay here and feels as if he is qualified to make Knox great, in both coaching and teaching. Kelsea Dorsey
By: Jessica Anderson Ms. Kelsea Dorsey is the new middle school and high school physical education/health teacher. Dorsey is also the new girls’ varsity basketball head coach and middle school head softball coach. Ms. Dorsey attended Clopton High School near Clarksville, Mo. She played softball, where she won two state championships, and also played basketball. After graduation, she attended Truman State University where she received her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and her Masters degree in Physical Education. At Truman, Dorsey played college softball for five years. Ever since Dorsey was little she wanted to become a coach, however, she says she did not plan on becoming a teacher. Dorsey is excited for the upcoming basketball season because she has heard great things about the girls and the basketball program. |
Amber Larenson
By: Emily Nichols Amber Larenson is the new art teacher at Knox County Elementary. Larenson graduated from Bowling Green High School and during this time she decided to become a teacher. As a Senior, she was able to participate in A+, which is where she helped teach a classroom full of Pre-K students. After high school, Larenson attended college at Hannibal-LaGrange University for 3 years and then transferred to MACC in Moberly, Missouri. Watching the students progress over time happens to be Larenson's favorite part about her job. She says over time it amazes her how much better the pre-k and kindergarten students progress. In ten years, Larenson can see herself still teaching. She hopes to have a husband and possibly a child. Taylor Casen
By: Aden Triplett This year at Knox County, we have acquired many new teachers. Among these is Taylor Casen, the new kindergarten teacher. Cason chose to pursue a teaching career because of an influential teacher in her life. To start her path to education she enrolled in the University of Missouri in Kansas City. She chose to apply at Knox County when she heard all the good things about our school district. Casen says kindergarten is a great class to teach because she enjoys building the foundation skills with the students. Her favorite part of working with kindergarteners is that you’re more than just a teacher, you’re also a role model and a friend. Amanda Tindell
By: Nickolas Edwards Amanda Tindall is the one of two new elementary third grade teachers. She graduated high school from Seckman High School, near St. Louis. She then continued her education at Truman State University. Tindell earned bachelors degree in Health Science and Masters degree in Education. She did her student teaching with a fourth grade class and she loved it. Shortly after, she was offered a job at Knox and decided to take it. One thing she liked about Knox County was the elementary library. In her free time, Tindell likes to spend time with her family. Also, she likes to go boating and camping. One of her hobbies is selling lip stick. Zayne Tindell
By: Emily Nichols Zayne Tindell is a new science teacher at Knox County High School. Tindell attended high school south of St. Louis and he then attended college at Truman State University. There he received his undergraduate degree in German and his Masters in Elementary Education. Growing up, Tindell didn't expect to become a teacher, but his grandma had always told him that he would be a teacher some day. Knox County was actually Tindell’s first choice when looking for employment. During the 2016-2017 school year, he chose to student teach here, where he student taught with Ms. Kerby in fifth grade. Some of Tindell’s favorite things about working at Knox County are the students and technology. In 10 years, Mr Tindell can see himself in an administrative position at a school. Tindell is also the advisor of Garden Club, German Club, and Theater Club. He will also be the assistant coach for varsity track this coming spring. |
Congrats to the Homecoming King and Queen
Homecoming Game Night
By: Laura Mayer
On Sept. 15, 2017 the Knox County Student Council hosted Game Night from 9 p.m. to midnight. Student Council advisor, Jessica Erwin, stated that various sports such as volleyball and basketball along with video games, board games, and music were available at the Game Night. Along with all of the fun activities, pizza and sub sandwiches were available for refreshments.
Prior to the event, Erwin expressed that 75% of the student body preferred a Game Night over a dance. Student Council worked hard in planning the event and making sure that all of the materials needed were available. Assistance from the technology staff and maintenance crew was also initiated. Student Council members were responsible for setting up and taking down the event. The stress of planning and organizing the Game Night did not all rest on the shoulders of Erwin because of the hardworking Student Council Members, she says.
Without a doubt, the Game Night was success. With between 20-30 attendants, the Game Night was not a quiet one. Attendee, Nickolas Edwards, described the event entertaining. Edwards expressed that he would definitely go again. Playing Madden football video games and spending time at the food table were popular activities for him.
By: Laura Mayer
On Sept. 15, 2017 the Knox County Student Council hosted Game Night from 9 p.m. to midnight. Student Council advisor, Jessica Erwin, stated that various sports such as volleyball and basketball along with video games, board games, and music were available at the Game Night. Along with all of the fun activities, pizza and sub sandwiches were available for refreshments.
Prior to the event, Erwin expressed that 75% of the student body preferred a Game Night over a dance. Student Council worked hard in planning the event and making sure that all of the materials needed were available. Assistance from the technology staff and maintenance crew was also initiated. Student Council members were responsible for setting up and taking down the event. The stress of planning and organizing the Game Night did not all rest on the shoulders of Erwin because of the hardworking Student Council Members, she says.
Without a doubt, the Game Night was success. With between 20-30 attendants, the Game Night was not a quiet one. Attendee, Nickolas Edwards, described the event entertaining. Edwards expressed that he would definitely go again. Playing Madden football video games and spending time at the food table were popular activities for him.
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Homecoming Pep Rally and FBLA Powder Puff
By: Jessica Anderson On Thursday, Sept. 14 the Knox County High School held their annual Homecoming pep rally. The pep rally started off with the varsity cheerleaders performing their Homecoming dance routine. Following, the varsity football players were introduced. Then some of the senior varsity football players had to stay on the field to play America’s Next Top Model with the cheerleaders. These football players were made up and modeled their outfits to the crowd. Cory Moubry was the winner of the game with the fans giving him the most cheers. Next, some softball players were called to the field and they played a scavenger hunt game. Finally, the homecoming court was announced. The court included freshmen, Nick Hamlin and Kinsley Johnson, sophomores, Brady Walton and Emily Schrage, and juniors, Wesley Ward and Aria Bowman. The four pair of senior candidates were Michael Carlson and Jessie Anderson, Emily Nichols and Ace Hubbard, Rebecca Anderson and Nickolas Edwards, and lastly, Lexey Watts and Cory Moubry. After the pep rally the FBLA organization put on a Powder Puff football game. The teams were divided up by classes. The white team consisted of the sophomores and seniors and were coached by senior football players, Michael Carlson and Nickolas Edwards. The black team consisted of the juniors and freshmen, and they were coached by senior football players Hayden Miller and Cory Moubry. The rest of the football team participated by being either the refs or cheerleaders. Mrs. Hicks and her FBLA students were the ones that made this possible. She said FBLA members decided to bring back powder puff to get our community and students more involved in our Homecoming events. Hicks also said she hopes it remains a tradition at Knox and that it was great seeing the kids get excited about the game. |
Homecoming Royalty
By: Joe Chatelain On Friday, September 15, a king and queen will be crowned during halftime of the Homecoming game. The freshmen court includes Kinsley Johnson and Nicolas Hamlin. Johnson is the daughter of Glenn and Ashley Johnson. She participates in basketball, softball, track, FCA, FFA, FBLA, Spanish Club. Hamlin is the son of LeaAnn and Tim Hamlin. He participates in FFA, track, basketball, and baseball. The sophomore court is Emily Schrage and Bradey Walton. Schrage is the daughter of Heather and Jeremy Schrage. She participates in FFA and Spanish Club. Walton is the son of Randy and Lill Walton. He participates in football, basketball, and track. The junior court nominees are Aria Bowman and Wesley Ward. Bowman is the daughter of Matt and Amy Bowman. Bowman participates in cheerleading, Spanish Club, Art Club, Drama Club, Thespian Society, track, A+, and FCA. Ward is the son of Robert and Maranda Ward. He participates in football, Campus Bowl, Student Council rep, Drama Club, A+, track, FCA, Spanish Club. The first King and Queen candidates are Jessie Anderson and Michael Carlson. Anderson is the daughter of Michael and Roberta Penn. She participates in basketball, softball, track, FBLA, and FFA. Carlson is the son of Randy and Kelley Carlson. He participates in football, track, student council, FCA, NHS, FBLA, A+, and Spanish Club. The next senior candidates are Emily Nichols and Ace Hubbard. Nichols is the daughter of Kaye and the late Mark Nichols. She participates in softball, basketball, cheer, FFA, Eagle Nation News, NHS, Art Club and A+. Hubbard is the son of Larry and Kami Hubbard. He participates in football. The third set of candidates are Becka Anderson and Nickolas Edwards. Anderson is the daughter of Michael and Roberta Penn. She participates in FFA, FBLA, basketball, and Softball DJ. Edwards is the son of Richard and Maggie Edwards. He participates in football, basketball, baseball, FBLA, A+, NHS, Student Council, and Spanish Club. The final candidates are Lexey Watts and Cory Moubry. Watts is the daughter of Amy and John Watts. She participates in cheerleading, FFA, Dance, and A+. Moubry is the son of Chris, Angela, and Shelly Moubry. He participates in football, basketball, baseball, track, FCA, FBLA, Spanish Club, A+. |
Homecoming Week
By: Becka Anderson
On Monday September, 11 the Knox County High School started their week for homecoming. This year's theme is “Eagles SHOW Up” and is set based on popular TV shows. Student Council hosts Homecoming each year and chose this theme which led to some very fun dress up days. The dress up days this week are “Big Bang Theory” (Nerd Day), “Grey's Anatomy” (Doctor/Nurse Day), "Undercover Boss" (Undercover Day), “Last Man Standing” (Camo Day), and "Friday Night Lights" (Spirit Day). However, dress up days are only part of the week. Each grade also has to make a banner along with a float. Finally as the week comes to an end there is a parade around the square at 4 p.m., followed by the football game at 7 p.m., crowning of the king and queen at halftime, and a game night at the school as soon as the football game is over.
By: Becka Anderson
On Monday September, 11 the Knox County High School started their week for homecoming. This year's theme is “Eagles SHOW Up” and is set based on popular TV shows. Student Council hosts Homecoming each year and chose this theme which led to some very fun dress up days. The dress up days this week are “Big Bang Theory” (Nerd Day), “Grey's Anatomy” (Doctor/Nurse Day), "Undercover Boss" (Undercover Day), “Last Man Standing” (Camo Day), and "Friday Night Lights" (Spirit Day). However, dress up days are only part of the week. Each grade also has to make a banner along with a float. Finally as the week comes to an end there is a parade around the square at 4 p.m., followed by the football game at 7 p.m., crowning of the king and queen at halftime, and a game night at the school as soon as the football game is over.
