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East Ceramics IV class poses for a photo together after a successful and creative year.

Handmade Memories

Seniors in Ceramics IV at East share how ceramics has shaped their high school experience and how they will take the skills they have and memories they have made to the next stages of their life.
Madison Cline, Feature Editor May 20, 2026

The ceramics room at East does not look like much from the outside. It sits nestled in the top back hall on the upper level, away from the hustle and bustle of mainstreet. But inside holds students...

Valedictorian Ava Kolhass poses with her graduation cap, celebrating four years of hard work.

Beyond the Rank

East Senior Ava Kohlhaas reflects on her high school experience and how she has worked toward academic success.
Zeena Alslaiti, Staff Writer May 19, 2026

Phones are buzzing, emotions are fluctuating, and the stress levels are rising. This year’s class ranks are out, and several in the East class of 2026 are anxious to see who made it to the top.  For...

Celebrating years of dedication, Salutatorian Jack Doyle graduates second ranked in his class.

Jack of all Trades

East senior, Jack Doyle, is a dedicated and accomplished student and the salutatorian of the class of 2026, who excels academically, as well as in his numerous extracurricular activities.
Madison Springmyer, Staff Writer May 18, 2026

Through the crowded halls of East, academics can often feel like a competitive race, and being in a class of over 500 students, it can be extremely hard to be recognized.  Jack Doyle is the second...

Senior photo of Bella Sturgill

26 with ’26: Bella Sturgill

Bella Sturgill is attending Flagler College to play basketball and major in Business Administration and minor in Health Sciences.
Maci Brent, Feature Editor & Website Manager May 14, 2026

Q: In what ways do you plan on changing your routine/mentality for college? A: The biggest thing for me is just being more disciplined with my time. In college I want to make sure I’m staying ahead...

Senior photo of Luke Nomina

26 with ’26: Luke Nomina

Luke Nomina is attending Ohio University to study Political Science on a pre-law track.
Joselyn Duff, Editor-in-Chief May 13, 2026

Q: What is your favorite memory you have at East? A: My favorite memory came last year in Mr. Honhart’s speech class. I gave a speech about how to perform CPR and I surprised everyone by using my...

Senior photo of Valerie (Val) Archibald

26 with ’26: Valerie Archibad

Valarie Archibald is attending University of Cincinnati to study Graphic Design.
Phoebe Shultz, Staff Writer May 12, 2026

Q: What is your favorite memory you have at East? A: My favorite memory at East was my senior year homecoming football game. I was never really into any of the East sports until this year. I really...

Nyla Khalid (right) with her cousin, Reigh (left) on Dec. 30, in Ghana

Home Away From Home

East sophomore Nyla Khalid reflects on the holidays that she spent with her family in Ghana and the ways her unique culture have shaped her life.
Lily Liner, Staff Writer March 12, 2026

Loud, booming music, laughing from across the room as family members catch up and crack jokes, food so spicy you can barely taste anything else: these overwhelming feelings are what East sophomore Nyla...

Josh and Lorrin Patrick on their wedding day.

Lesson Plans & Love Stories

Teaching at different schools in Lakota, Mr. and Mrs. Patrick balance lessons plans, long schooldays, and a shared commitment to their students. This beloved couple proves that school spirit and love travels across campus lines.
Madison Cline, Feature Editor February 14, 2026

Finding a short window of time within their busy schedule is not typical for Lakota teachers Lorrin and Josh Patrick. However, on Lakota staff professional development (PD) days, they found the same...

Big Master of Life

Big Master of Life

East senior Varun Das, affectionately known by his friends as the “Big Master of Life” lives up to his nickname both academically and socially, through leadership, hardwork, and empathy.
Joselyn Duff, Editor-in-Chief December 31, 2025

Among his friends, Varun Das is known by an unusual nickname: the “Big Master of Life.” What might be seen as a playful exaggeration proves to be true when taking a closer look at Das. Described...

Set to display the headline, "Story Behind the Lights," the display is all set up for the community to view.

Story Behind the Lights

For the past 25 years, Liberty Township resident, Greg Hormann, and his family, have learned how to turn their home into an extravagant Christmas light display enjoyed by many each year. This light display brings their community and their family closer together during the holiday season.
Madison Cline, Feature Editor December 29, 2025

Each year, a boy sits behind the front door of the Hormann’s house, while thousands of cars drive by, admiring the way his Christmas lights flash through the glass panes. [age] Matt Hormann lives in...

An Unspoken Communication

An Unspoken Communication

East senior, Audrey Truelove, shares a nine-year-long love for horse riding, and her eventual departure from her passion to pursue becoming a pilot.
Charlotte Ross, Staff Writer December 28, 2025

  Walking, trotting, cantering, and galloping: East senior, Audrey Truelove, is no stranger to these terms. Having spent nine years of her life riding horses and expanding that passion through...

East Alumni Evan Frayer poses for a photo after singing in his winter concert for the CCM Chorale.

The Sound of Dedication

2025 East graduate, Evan Frayer, has been accepted into the CCM Chorale as a first-year student at the University of Cincinnati (UC).
Michael Burt, Opinion Editor November 11, 2025

The College Conservatory Music (CCM) Chorale is credited as one of the best choral programs in the U.S., decorated with "Best Choral Performance Grammy" and "Best Instrumental Composition" according to...

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