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Martin Luther King day gives students time to reflect on equality and justice. The celebration takes place Jan. 20 of this year.
Martin Luther King Jr. is honored nationwide with the recent holiday
Jan 28, 2025
On Jan. 20, President Donald J. Trump was inaugurated into the oval office. People all around the United States tune into this prestigious ceremony.
President Trumps’ Inauguration Day: Here’s the run-down
Jan 28, 2025
January Briefs
January Briefs
Jan 27, 2025
The quantity of fruits and vegetables are affected all over the country due to the port strikes. If the strikes keep occurring, some grocery stores may be impacted.
Ongoing port strikes weasel their way into new year
Jan 24, 2025
Alleged unfair working conditions for the Canadian Postal Service has led mail associated workers to go on strike. Roughly 55,000 employees fight for better wages and working conditions.
Canadian mailboxes empty due to postal strikes
Jan 24, 2025
January Briefs
January Briefs
Jan 27, 2025
Eagle High won the traveling sweepstakes award at D3 this year. They also won four other awards in the small open category including first and percussion, first in music performance, first in overall small open auxiliary and first overall in the small open category. The color guard members are pictured above with their trophies.
The Eagle High band marches to victory at the D3 Championship
Dec 13, 2024
Business essentials teacher and BPA advisor Austin Rogerson shows his knowledge for the business word with signs outside his classroom. Without him, the BPA club would not run smoothly.
Business Professionals of America Club inspire Eagle High students with their hard work
Dec 13, 2024
The Eagle High Stuco held a parliamentary meeting to discuss school issues. They help to make Eagle High feel like a fun and safe environment for students.
Get the inside scoop of the STUCO group
Dec 13, 2024
Eagle High wants to celebrate the dedicated educators who have been at the school since its opening. Their passion for furthering education and commitment to shaping the school community is appreciated
Meet Eagle High’s pioneering educators; 30 years of Mustangs
Dec 13, 2024
Eagle High won the traveling sweepstakes award at D3 this year. They also won four other awards in the small open category including first and percussion, first in music performance, first in overall small open auxiliary and first overall in the small open category. The color guard members are pictured above with their trophies.
The Eagle High band marches to victory at the D3 Championship
Dec 13, 2024
Characters from the haunted world pose creepily outside the entrance to the haunted house daring guest to enter. Characters are excited for the re-opening of the business.
Haunted World; A Treasure Valley favorite is now open for the season
Oct 18, 2024
The Eagle High Percussion Ensemble takes home the 2024 championship title. This makes them one of the top rated percussion ensambles in the nation.
Eagle High Percussion Team Wins Class A World Title
May 13, 2024
State Trooper Captain Benjamin Moulton was killed in a helicopter training exercise for the Emmett police department. The helicopter reportedly crashed in a storm in San Diego on Feb. 6th, 2024.
Due to a Terrible Accident, Captain Benjamin Moulton from Emmet, Idaho Died on Feb 6, 2024
Mar 28, 2024
Career and Technical Education classes can be taken at Rennaissance High or Owyhee High. These classes are offered to all West Ada students and include EMT, firefighter, construction, police, culinary, CNA, medical terminology and computer technology I & II.
CTE Courses are Available to All Students Looking for Hands-on Experience
Feb 23, 2024
Martin Luther King day gives students time to reflect on equality and justice. The celebration takes place Jan. 20 of this year.
Martin Luther King Jr. is honored nationwide with the recent holiday
Jan 28, 2025
On Jan. 20, President Donald J. Trump was inaugurated into the oval office. People all around the United States tune into this prestigious ceremony.
President Trumps’ Inauguration Day: Here’s the run-down
Jan 28, 2025
The quantity of fruits and vegetables are affected all over the country due to the port strikes. If the strikes keep occurring, some grocery stores may be impacted.
Ongoing port strikes weasel their way into new year
Jan 24, 2025
Alleged unfair working conditions for the Canadian Postal Service has led mail associated workers to go on strike. Roughly 55,000 employees fight for better wages and working conditions.
Canadian mailboxes empty due to postal strikes
Jan 24, 2025
Christmastime brings exciting gifts and friends together. Seniors Gracie Boomgarden, Abbey Nadler and Camryn Hunt all enjoy the gifts they got this year, including new shoes and jewelry.
Students share their favorite holiday gifts
Jan 24, 2025
The January Playlist: The new semester rolls in with these hit tunes
The January Playlist: The new semester rolls in with these hit tunes
Jan 28, 2025
The Eagle High Drama Department stands in front of a sign representing Eagle High. After a long day of competing at Mountain View High during Districts, the students pose proudly as they await their trip to Twin Falls, Idaho to compete in the State Drama Tournament for their respective categories in Humorous, Serious and Original pieces.
The Eagle High drama department achieves third place at State
Jan 28, 2025
The tour started with an opening screen that displayed Taylor Swift in all of her most memorable head shots from each era. This became the tours’ branding, covering merch and tour buses for Swift.
Taylor Swift wraps up two-year tour
Jan 28, 2025
Junior Dylan Frothinger watches the hit movie,”Wicked". He is interested in the wonderful music and production.
Eagle High students revisit the most anticipated blockbuster releases of 2024
Jan 28, 2025
Sophomore Luke Ritter shows his Spotify wrapped. Spotify Wrapped shows a user’s top artist and top songs over the course of a year which reveal their taste in music.
Spotify Wrapped shows different musical tastes at Eagle High
Jan 24, 2025
Fans were very excited for the new movie, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim.” The project had huge expectations from fans. It was released on Dec. 5, 2024.
Divisive new ‘Lord of the Rings’ film hits theaters to the tune of mixed reviews
Jan 24, 2025
Eagle High students await the newest “Avatar” movie release. Along with the two existing movies, it is said that there are three movies in the future of the growing franchise.
Upcoming movies in 2025 spark excitement
Jan 24, 2025
Sophomore Beau Mather watches “Home Alone” at lunchtime. This movie is one of many amazing Christmas movies that families all over watch during Christmastime.
Eagle High Student approved holiday movies cozy enough for any winter night
Dec 13, 2024
The new “Sonic the Hedgehog” movie is set to come out Dec. 20th. The sequel includes the return of Sonic and his friends Tails and Knuckles.
‘Sonic 3’ is fast-tracking its way to new heights in theaters
Dec 13, 2024
Junior Emma Stevens shows off her costume for the "Wicked" premiere, as she is a fan of the musical. She plans to watch a fun makeup routine for the premiere to get into the spirit of the movie.
‘Wicked,’ the untold story of Oz’s enchantresses hits Eagle High halls
Nov 12, 2024
Sophomore Luke Ritter shows his Spotify wrapped. Spotify Wrapped shows a user’s top artist and top songs over the course of a year which reveal their taste in music.
Spotify Wrapped shows different musical tastes at Eagle High
Jan 24, 2025
The Eagle High jazz choir “Premium Blend” performs at this years annual Holiday Concert. Students in choir love the Holiday Concert as they put in great effort into this annual tradition of spreading holiday cheer.
The annual Choir Holiday Concert is setting up to be a great show
Dec 13, 2024
Senior Drew DeMarini, senior Mason Mitchell and junior Phillip Cooley show support for Rod Wave’s new album "Last Lap.” Mitchell is well known for being one of Rod Wave’s biggest supporters at Eagle High.
Rapper Rod Wave’s new album ‘Last Lap’ breaks records
Nov 12, 2024
Junior Jayla Brooks captures a photograph of Jon Pardi, as he dazzles the crowd at his concert this fall. Concert-goers sway to the music. Country fans are in awe of his musical abilities.
Eagle High Students expect a memorable concert line-up for fall
Sep 23, 2024
Zach Bryan screams into his mic as sound resonates over the crowd. Popular music over the summer varied. Certain songs and artists can remind people of memories and days from one’s past. Music can be linked to an individual’s history, in this case, the summer. This concert set attendance records at the Ford Idaho Center.
2024 had summer music and concerts to remember
Sep 19, 2024
The December Playlist: The festive season has arrived in full storm
The December Playlist: The festive season has arrived in full storm
Dec 13, 2024
November Playlist: The Fall weather is getting chilly
November Playlist: The Fall weather is getting chilly
Nov 12, 2024
October Playlist: Spooky songs and haunting melodies for Fall
October Playlist: Spooky songs and haunting melodies for Fall
Oct 18, 2024
September Playlist: Back-to-school playlist; Summer is over
September Playlist: Back-to-school playlist; Summer is over
Sep 23, 2024
The April and May Playlist: Summer is Arriving
The April and May Playlist: Summer is Arriving
May 3, 2024
The Eagle High Stang Gang kept the student section lively for the duration of the game. The energy throughout the game was high through all four quarters despite Eagle High suffering a loss.
Eagle High basketball fights hard in notorious rivalry
Jan 24, 2025
A Boise State banner hangs on the wall in support of the college. After winning the Mountain West Championship, pride from the victory is portrayed through the banner.
Boise State Football pulls through bringing them to the victory of the Old Trapper Mountain West Championship
Jan 24, 2025
The Eagle High girls’ varsity basketball team is inspiring. They use teamwork and dedication to defeat other teams.
The girls’ basketball team starts the season off hot
Jan 24, 2025
The Eagle High Lightening Dance team takes a team picture after their Dancing with the Mustangs event. The team all dressed in their favorite Christmas sweaters.
Eagle Lightning Dance Team performs at their first annual ‘Dancing with the Mustangs’
Jan 24, 2025
Junior Adelie Cook is held in the air by her teammates. The girls participate in The Battle of the Bolt by cheering for the Eagle High basketball players.
High spirits drive cheer team’s all-star season
Jan 24, 2025
The Eagle High Stang Gang kept the student section lively for the duration of the game. The energy throughout the game was high through all four quarters despite Eagle High suffering a loss.
Eagle High basketball fights hard in notorious rivalry
Jan 24, 2025
The Eagle High girls’ varsity basketball team is inspiring. They use teamwork and dedication to defeat other teams.
The girls’ basketball team starts the season off hot
Jan 24, 2025
The Eagle High Lightening Dance team takes a team picture after their Dancing with the Mustangs event. The team all dressed in their favorite Christmas sweaters.
Eagle Lightning Dance Team performs at their first annual ‘Dancing with the Mustangs’
Jan 24, 2025
Junior Adelie Cook is held in the air by her teammates. The girls participate in The Battle of the Bolt by cheering for the Eagle High basketball players.
High spirits drive cheer team’s all-star season
Jan 24, 2025
Junior Evan Vittoe poses for the camera in his State 2023 Basketball sweatshirt. Vittoe is a leader on the Eagle High basketball team as it is his third-year lettering.
Eagle High boys’ basketball; Tis’ the season of the “swish”
Dec 13, 2024
A Boise State banner hangs on the wall in support of the college. After winning the Mountain West Championship, pride from the victory is portrayed through the banner.
Boise State Football pulls through bringing them to the victory of the Old Trapper Mountain West Championship
Jan 24, 2025
Junior Tyler Forkner rooted for the LA Dodgers in the MLB World Series. He enjoyed watching the team’s hard work in the games.
Clutch performances shine in the World Series, championship at stake
Nov 12, 2024
Boise State joining the Pac-12 by Robert Mcpherson: Ashton Jeanty celebrates after he runs in a 12-yard touchdown. He does the same pose that is done for the Heisman Trophy, awarded to the best player in all of college football. Jeanty is currently first in the rankings for the Heisman.
Boise State moves from the Mountain West Conference to the Pac-12
Oct 18, 2024
Senior Cole Brooks shows support for the international football game in Brazil. The Jersey in the photo is Brett Favre’s, a former player for the Green Bay Packers, the team that will play the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil.
Viva la international: The NFL expands to more games than ever overseas
Sep 19, 2024
Superstar Shohei Ohtani has said that he has never gambled on sports. One has to wonder, however, how this scandal could impact his legacy.
The Face of Baseball is Going through One of the Worst Scandals in Sports History
May 1, 2024
Senior Clark Kochivar holds his favorite Swig drink in the Eagle High parking lot. Kochivar often gets his drink at lunch.
Swig has the best soda in town
Jan 24, 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers Stadium was packed in their playoff series, the National League Division Series, against the San Diego Padres. These packed stadiums during the post season are what make baseball the best sport.
Baseball challenges players more than any other sport
Jan 24, 2025
The Eagle High Lighting dance team pose for a photo. The team dances for many sporting events at Eagle High as well as competitions. While many people consider art a sport, some say that dance is art.
Dance is the perfect blend of art and sport
Jan 24, 2025
Vice Principal Jeffrey Lamping does not think New Years resolutions work in the long run and believes they are ineffective. However, some people would disagree with his belief.
Eagle High shares opinions on the effectiveness of New Years’ resolutions
Dec 13, 2024
Election Opinion by Chance Jones: Senior Cole Brooks holds the American Flag after the 2024 election. Brooks took part in the democratic process by voting for government officials.
Donald J. Trump is the first president to be elected in nonconsecutive terms since Grover Cleveland
Dec 13, 2024
Tamarack is one of the ski resorts students like to frequently visit during the winter months for family-friendly slopes and relaxation. The snow after a huge storm piles high as people enjoy the fresh winter air.
Tamarack Ski Resort offers options for family fun and challenging trails
Dec 13, 2024
Summer is full of sunshine, water and fun adventures away from school. The season of long days and warm breezes is a favorite of students across the board.
No matter if it’s bright and sunny or a snowy wonderland, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy
Dec 13, 2024
The acceptable time of year to start playing Christmas songs sparks debates amongst people who stay strictly to tradition, as well as those eager to hit play on Spotify and festivities. Some Christmas songs are traditional Christian hymns whilst others come from well-loved Hallmark movies or comedies like "Elf".
Students debate over when Christmas music should be played
Dec 13, 2024
The “Barbie” movie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, appeared in theaters on July 21 this year and has been a smash hit ever since. Debates arise over underlying political messages in the film.
Barbie Debate: ‘Barbie’ Movie Portrays Men in a Negative Light
Sep 22, 2023
Eagle High graduates Sicily Smith, Ellie Smith, Kate Rasmussen, junior Claire Rasmussen and senior Grace Rasmussen went as a group to watch the new "Barbie" movie.
Barbie Debate: ‘Barbie’ is the catalyst for genuine storytelling of the female experience
Sep 22, 2023
Teacher Virginia Grund stands by the calming room in the South Hall. She strives to make an impact on every student that steps foot into her class. She works with many special needs students and has for 9 years.
Teacher Virginia Grund has touched many students lives during her time here at Eagle High
Jan 24, 2025
Varsity assistant baseball coach Jason Haines coached at Eagle High in the 2024 season along side varsity baseball head coach Scott Deck. Eagle High will deeply miss Haines and everything he did for the baseball program.
Eagle High remembers Jason Haines for his legacy and impact
Jan 24, 2025
The FCA club held a Worship Night in December. There were many devoted students who showed up.
Christian athletes at Eagle High come together to form the FCA club
Jan 24, 2025
Sophomore Brandon Wheelan (right) scores a point in the boy’s varsity game against Emmet High.
Sophomore Brandon Wheelen balances his schedule in the upcoming basketball season
Jan 24, 2025
Emily McAllister is an outstanding student at Eagle High. She sets a good example to other students.
Emily McAllister symbolizes academic excellence
Jan 24, 2025
NHS (Student Club Spotlight)- Senior Ashley Lindley poses for the camera after coming from her third period class, Yearbook, one of her many ways she serves her school and community.
National Honors Society takes the spotlight as club of the month
Dec 13, 2024
The Just Serve Club takes a group picture after their most recent service project. They were sorting jewelry for the Idaho Youth Ranch.
JustServe Club is the perfect club for students who want to volunteer in the community
Oct 18, 2024
Juniors Megan Baired, Kate Kuehn, Secily Peterson and Kylee McKnight are active members of the knitting and crochet club. They stand to be photographed in teacher and advisor of the club Amy Dutchover’s classroom.
Needle-less to say, Eagle High gets excited for the Knit and Crochet Club
Oct 18, 2024
The ASL Club was featured in the 2022-2023 Homecoming Parade. Far Left: Eagle High alumni Lauren Brown, far left guy: senior Jack Windsor, girl beneath guy: Eagle High alumni Bianca Ravago, girl right of guy: junior Marin Weaver, right of her: Eagle High Alumni Taylor Berggeren, below her: senior Hannah Burnstein.
Eagle High’s ASL Club Works with IESDB to put on their Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Mar 28, 2024
The Knit and Crochet club is a brand-new club. The club is welcoming all new members.
Knit and Crochet Club is the New Close-Knit Community at Eagle High
Feb 23, 2024
Teacher Virginia Grund stands by the calming room in the South Hall. She strives to make an impact on every student that steps foot into her class. She works with many special needs students and has for 9 years.
Teacher Virginia Grund has touched many students lives during her time here at Eagle High
Jan 24, 2025
Varsity assistant baseball coach Jason Haines coached at Eagle High in the 2024 season along side varsity baseball head coach Scott Deck. Eagle High will deeply miss Haines and everything he did for the baseball program.
Eagle High remembers Jason Haines for his legacy and impact
Jan 24, 2025
The FCA club held a Worship Night in December. There were many devoted students who showed up.
Christian athletes at Eagle High come together to form the FCA club
Jan 24, 2025
Sophomore Brandon Wheelan (right) scores a point in the boy’s varsity game against Emmet High.
Sophomore Brandon Wheelen balances his schedule in the upcoming basketball season
Jan 24, 2025
Emily McAllister is an outstanding student at Eagle High. She sets a good example to other students.
Emily McAllister symbolizes academic excellence
Jan 24, 2025
Junior Lola Kristine and sophomore Sophia Hill both love it when school is canceled due to snow. They spend quality time together enjoying the outdoors.
Eagle High students share their favorite snow day activities
Jan 28, 2025
Junior Penelope White hits the slopes at Brundage during winter. The activity is tiring and often requires a rest on a snowbank to catch breath.
Participate in fun winter activities around the Treasure Valley this Christmas break
Dec 16, 2024
Eagle High students use record layers to play vinyls they have collected from their favorite artists over the years. Record players are a great way for students to express themselves through music, and they make a great gift.
This guide will help you choose the perfect gifts for this year’s Christmas
Dec 13, 2024
Junior Phil Cooley reads a list of slang words. He is surprised as he figures out a few words he has never really understood.
This dictionary is ‘Bussin’; understand slang terms with this term guide
Dec 13, 2024
Students take different kinds of vacations with their families. Taking a plane, driving or staying home are all ways to spend Winter Break. Catching a flight from Boise, Idaho can feel magical as the plane lifts off, watching from a coveted window seat.
Spend time off at these holiday destinations this winter
Dec 13, 2024

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Junior Dylan Frothinger watches the hit movie,”Wicked". He is interested in the wonderful music and production.

Eagle High students revisit the most anticipated blockbuster releases of 2024

Mallory Halloran, Copy Editor • Jan 28, 2025

As new movies begin to drop in 2025, it’s time to look back at some of the most talked about and entertaining movies of 2024.   “It was so interesting to see such a variety of movies being released...

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