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From left to right, the sisters stand in order of youngest to oldest. Standing in the middle, Caitlyn portrays her role as the medium between her sisters.

One of the Triplets

Caitlyn Tenhundfeld falls in the middle of her sisters. She acts as a calm presence and prioritizes her family as well as her independence.
Maci Brent, Staff Writer April 14, 2025

After almost eighteen years of being known as “one of the triplets,” Caitlyn Tenhundfeld has learned two things: people will always categorize her with her sisters, and individuality can often be difficult...

The sisters all smile. Cherishing their last few months of their senior year, the three still spend every minute together.

Three of a Kind

East seniors and triplets Sammi, Izzie, and Caitlyn Tenhundfeld spend all of their time together. Sammi, the youngest of the girls, set the trend of doing colorguard together.
Sara McGuire, Staff Writer March 31, 2025

Sammi, Izzie, and Catitlyn Tenhundfeld are seen by their peers as the ultimate trio. Sammi Tenhundfeld’s fun fact has always been that she is a triplet. However, there is more to her than her built-...

Fritsch completes an assignment in the Cyber Acadamy.

Cracking the Code

East junior Gloria Fritsch reflects on her passion for cybersecurity and the skills she has learned for the next chapters of her life.
Eliana Rau, Staff Writer January 27, 2025

Gloria Fritsch’s eyebrows furrow as she stares intently at her computer screen. She is locked deep in concentration as she works her way through a “puzzle.” However, Fritsch is not actually completing...

Rack of some of the many single comic issues available at Crooked Dog Comics.

Welcome Home

Couple Chris and Jessica Hayth own and operate comic book shop, Crooked Dog Comics, in Middletown, Ohio.
Grace Callahan, Editor-in-Chief January 20, 2025

Every Wednesday, regulars at Crooked Dog Comics rush into the store to pick up the new issue that dropped. Owners and married couple Chris and Jessica Hayth put the new issues out on the shelves for people...

Children from the same family suffered burns from a home explosion. The children stand in the hospital with melted skin after losing their home.

Under the Rubble

Medical Professionals went to the European General Hospital on a medical mission to help Palestinians with war injuries.
Emaan Moien, Staff Writer January 13, 2025

Inside the country of Palestine, bombs are heard blasting in the background. Beyond the walls of the hospitals, families are spotted taking refuge while prayers are being held and medical operations are...

2024-25 Special Issue: 25 in '25

2024-25 Special Issue: 25 in ’25

Get to know the senior class! At the halfway point in the school year, get to know what they look forward to after they graduate and what they will look back on!
Spark Staff December 26, 2024

Used with permission

25 in ’25: Jackson Rupp

Sophie Schaller, Feature Editor December 26, 2024

Q: What is your favorite memory you have at East? A: All of the dances from the dance team. I always look forward to those, specifically the one on Christmas where Mr. Burnside jumped out in the middle,...

25 in '25: Joseph Jennings

25 in ’25: Joseph Jennings

Savannah Robertson, News Editor December 26, 2024

Q: What’s your favorite high school memory? A: This year I had a Marching Band competition at Ohio State University. I performed, got to watch other bands perform, and spent a lot of time with my friends....

25 in '25: Vicky Jiang

25 in ’25: Vicky Jiang

Emma Vernon, Website Manager December 18, 2024

Q: What are you looking to do in the future? A: I plan on majoring in business (as of right now, I’m choosing international business) and then possibly owning my own business in my 20s.    Q: ...

25 in '25: Megan Kamphuis

25 in ’25: Megan Kamphuis

Alex Schwind, Culture & Graphics Editor December 18, 2024

Q: What has your favorite memory at Lakota East been over the past four years? A: Something that comes to mind is being GMC champions for soccer two years in a row, one being with my sister. That was...

25 in '25: Brynn Sellers

25 in ’25: Brynn Sellers

Gabrielle Troutman, Photography Editor December 18, 2024

Q: What is your best memory from High School?  A: Going to state for HOSA. I got to go to Toledo to spend an overnight trip, overall it was just a really cool experience.   Q: What teacher(s)...

25 in '25: Alec Martin

25 in ’25: Alec Martin

Luke Viviano, News Editor & Business Manager December 18, 2024

Q: What is your favorite childhood memory? A: Going to elementary school. Hopewell will always be something I will remember. I lived really close so I always hung out over there after school.   Q:...

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