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How has the Activities Department Changed with the New School Year?

How has the Activities Department Changed with the New School Year?

Jadyn Bennett, Editor November 1, 2024

Each school year there are always new changes in positions and policies around Stevens High School. The 2024-2025 school year is seeing a major influx of new individuals in different leadership...

The 2024 Stevens Chadron Scholastic competitors.

Chadron Scholastic Competition

Staff November 1, 2024

Thirty-six Stevens students headed down to Chadron, NE to compete in the Chadron Scholastic Competition in October. The Scholastic Contest at Chadron State College is a tradition that recognizes the...

Dr. Andrew Smith

Teacher of the Year

Alexandra Schaeffer October 24, 2024

Dr. Andrew Smith, tucked all the way to the back of the science wing at Stevens High School, has had a phenomenal impact on his students, colleagues, and reallyanyone he crosses paths with. This...

Seniors Look to Study Abroad

Seniors Look to Study Abroad

Ava Cessna, Staff Writer July 15, 2024

The prospect of choosing a college, junior college, tech school, work, or military can be a daunting one for seniors. While some struggle, others have it figured out early. Then there are students...

Rapid City Communities Create Plan to Solve Housing Crisis

Rapid City Communities Create Plan to Solve Housing Crisis

Hunter Gruenwald, Staff July 15, 2024

After being devastated by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the housing market, communities in Rapid City have devised a plan to combat rising housing costs, but it won’t be easy. The housing...

The Truth About Recycling in Rapid City

The Truth About Recycling in Rapid City

Henry Porisch, Staff July 15, 2024

The truth about recycling is the Solid Waste Division in Rapid City does much more to benefit the community than the average consumer realizes. From sorting the mixed plastics, to creating compost, the...

Students Shine at Evening of Excellence

Students Shine at Evening of Excellence

Sydney Hock, Staff Writer July 15, 2024

Hayden Holec was one of 19 Stevens students honored at the Evening of Excellence sponsored by the Rapid City Public School Foundation. The Evening of Excellence is an event for only the top 5%...

Band Director George Dragoo talked with the audience at a concert last year.

Mr. Dragoo

Abagail Cuppy, Staff March 21, 2024

For almost two decades George Dragoo has directed the band at Stevens High School and he has no plan on slowing down. He loves teaching the students, saying that they each “have their own gifts.” Every...

Hayden Gabhart watched as Ethan Pisle shot from the free throw line in 2022.

Basketball Season from the Sidelines

Marcus Kuehl and Bryce Swanson March 21, 2024

Captain of the Raider Basketball team, two-year letter winner and sharpshooter, EthanPisle has made his way around the basketball court. Ethan is a senior at Stevens High School whoplays basketball, however...

Choir Director Ann Deckert leads the choir in its spring concert.

Stevens Teacher on the Board of SD Honor Choir

Madilyn Jacobsen, Staff Writer March 19, 2024

Started in 1993, the South Dakota Honor Choir has happened every year, minus a few blizzards, and every year Stevens has had students represented on that stage. As well, one of our teachers plays...

BHSO Young Artist Competition

BHSO Young Artist Competition

Jadyn Bennett, Staff Writer March 19, 2024

As freshmen are coming into high school there are a lot of adjustments that must be made, and for Evita Coleman, one of those was joining the high school orchestra playing the violin. According to...

Student Leadership Advisory Council Meets monthly to discuss the school and how to make improvements for the students.

Stevens High Amplifies Student Voice Through New Leadership Council

Lili Kowalski, Editor March 19, 2024

This school year, Stevens High School has launched an innovative new Student Leadership Advisory Council (SLAC) to elevate student perspectives and ideas. Comprised of club presidents and class officers,...

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