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The “Everyone is Welcome Here” movement is currently a topic of conversation in the West Ada school district. The community comes together to support each other to spread love and inclusivity.
West Ada teacher ordered to remove inclusive posters
May 7, 2025
Senior Jacques Scott-Quekett eliminates senior Nicholas Schiavi outside of Schiavi’s house. The elimination took place on March 30.
Senior Assassin game is taking over the lives of seniors
May 7, 2025
Freshman Aiden Kindrick and freshman Beau Releyea sit and laugh on the stairs during the advisory period. They both worked hard to get out of advisory for the fourth quarter to enjoy a longer lunch.
Freshmen earn freedom from advisory for fourth quarter
May 7, 2025
The Mustang Media class hosted an event for students on April 10. The event’s purpose was to make every student feel loved at Eagle High.
Mustang Media class hosts ‘Heart the Field’ event on the football field
May 7, 2025
This time capsule is hand crafted out of oak wood. There is a meaningful message on the inside of the box.
Sealing history for the future: Eagle High staff and students put together a time capsule to be opened in 30 years
Mar 27, 2025
Senior Jacques Scott-Quekett eliminates senior Nicholas Schiavi outside of Schiavi’s house. The elimination took place on March 30.
Senior Assassin game is taking over the lives of seniors
May 7, 2025
Freshman Aiden Kindrick and freshman Beau Releyea sit and laugh on the stairs during the advisory period. They both worked hard to get out of advisory for the fourth quarter to enjoy a longer lunch.
Freshmen earn freedom from advisory for fourth quarter
May 7, 2025
The Mustang Media class hosted an event for students on April 10. The event’s purpose was to make every student feel loved at Eagle High.
Mustang Media class hosts ‘Heart the Field’ event on the football field
May 7, 2025
This time capsule is hand crafted out of oak wood. There is a meaningful message on the inside of the box.
Sealing history for the future: Eagle High staff and students put together a time capsule to be opened in 30 years
Mar 27, 2025
There are many restrictions on the West Ada computers. Youtube is the next restricted app.
West Ada School District is enforcing a new restriction on YouTube on student devices
Mar 27, 2025
The California fires have displaced over 100,000 people, many of them with pets. These pets being separated from their owners has placed additional stress on many after this major disaster.
Idaho humane societies welcome California pets for a fresh start
Feb 21, 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
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
Senior Earl Brown watches the devastating news of one of the recent plane crashes. He hopes for the best of all those involved.
Recent planes crashes in North America are on the rise
Mar 27, 2025
Senior Beau Sahr sits among the recent snow. He ponders on how the groundhog was correct in predicting six more weeks of winter.
The results are in and Punxsutawney Phil makes his 2025 prediction
Feb 25, 2025
The California fires have displaced over 100,000 people, many of them with pets. These pets being separated from their owners has placed additional stress on many after this major disaster.
Idaho humane societies welcome California pets for a fresh start
Feb 21, 2025
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
There are many new books coming out this summer. Good reads can be found in local libraries, Barnes and Nobles and more.
New Book Releases will carry Readers into the Summer
May 7, 2025
Maypril Playlist: Spring Rain brings New Color with this Playlist
Maypril Playlist: Spring Rain brings New Color with this Playlist
May 7, 2025
Sophomore Sadie Kelson patiently waits for an announcement regarding the live action “Lilo and Stitch” film. She enjoys watching new movie releases with friends and family.
Disney remakes two original films for students to enjoy over the summer
May 7, 2025
Seniors Beau Saur and Brady Ford read a “Hunger Games” book in the Eagle High library. The Eagle High library has a large selection of dystopian books, such as “The Hunger Games.”
‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ by Suzanne Collins sheds light on the dystopian world of ‘The Hunger Games’
May 7, 2025
Senior Parker Gleason, junior Colin Miles, senior Jack Gochnour and junior Noah White competed in this year's Battle of the Bands. The judges of this competition voted for them as the winners.
The fourth annual Battle of the Bands rocks the school
Mar 31, 2025
Seniors Beau Saur and Brady Ford read a “Hunger Games” book in the Eagle High library. The Eagle High library has a large selection of dystopian books, such as “The Hunger Games.”
‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ by Suzanne Collins sheds light on the dystopian world of ‘The Hunger Games’
May 7, 2025
Junior Adelaide Cull waits patiently for new episodes of “High Potential” on Netflix. She enjoys true crime and mystery.
This show has ‘High Potential’ to become a primetime star
Mar 27, 2025
From Jan. 21 to Feb. 2., the prestigious play, “Hamilton”, was preformed in Boise, Idaho at the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts. “Hamilton” is a musical about the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s Founding Fathers, focuses on his rise, achievements and struggles.
‘Hamilton’ the musical comes to the Morrison Center
Feb 25, 2025
Senior Jack Giannini plays popular mobile game ”Block Blast.” He is in love with the strategy and problem solving it involves.
Mobile and console video games capture youth’s attention
Feb 25, 2025
Junior Will Anderson is ecstatic about the new movies to come in 2025. He practices his Marvel poses and plans to watch the new movies in theater throughout the year.
The new movies that will help the 2025 comeback of Marvel
Feb 21, 2025
Maypril Playlist: Spring Rain brings New Color with this Playlist
Maypril Playlist: Spring Rain brings New Color with this Playlist
May 7, 2025
Junior Carter Ditlove is an avid Drake listener; he is in the top 1% of Drake listeners on Spotify. He has recently been exploring Drake's newest album, “$ome $exy $ong 4 U.”
Drake’s newest album receives one of his smallest debuts
Mar 27, 2025
Cavetown performs at the Knitting Factory. The crowd sways to the music as lead singer Robin Daniel Skinner sings "Lemonboy".
Music lovers anticipate the spring concert season at the Knitting Factory
Feb 25, 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
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
March Playlist: Enjoy these throwbacks
March Playlist: Enjoy these throwbacks
Mar 27, 2025
The February Playlist: The month of love is here
The February Playlist: The month of love is here
Feb 25, 2025
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
Sophomore Dallin Call is a member of the Eagle High tennis team. Call is excited for his next tennis match and for the rest of his sophomore season.
The tennis team serves up success this season
May 7, 2025
Head varsity baseball coach Scott Deck talks to his team before they play their game at Rocky Mountain High. Eagle High fell short to Rocky Mountain High in extra innings, with a score of 3-2.
The varsity baseball team eyes successful season with hard work and determination
May 7, 2025
Senior Alyson Viera, junior London Sanfilipo-Cook and sophomore Reese Norcutt gather on the outfield to assess a play in a game against Ridgevue High. Outfield players that have a strong plan of action are critical to a successful game.
Eagle High Softball is in full swing
May 7, 2025
Father of Eagle High student, Timothy Snooks watches the 2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four in Houston, Texas. The Final Four was played in NRG Stadium.
The 2025 March Madness bracket challenge once again left no survivors
May 7, 2025
The Eagle High dance team conquered and got second place at the state competition. They took home many other awards and made the school proud.
This is the moment the Eagle Lightning Dance Team has been waiting for
Mar 27, 2025
Sophomore Dallin Call is a member of the Eagle High tennis team. Call is excited for his next tennis match and for the rest of his sophomore season.
The tennis team serves up success this season
May 7, 2025
Head varsity baseball coach Scott Deck talks to his team before they play their game at Rocky Mountain High. Eagle High fell short to Rocky Mountain High in extra innings, with a score of 3-2.
The varsity baseball team eyes successful season with hard work and determination
May 7, 2025
Senior Alyson Viera, junior London Sanfilipo-Cook and sophomore Reese Norcutt gather on the outfield to assess a play in a game against Ridgevue High. Outfield players that have a strong plan of action are critical to a successful game.
Eagle High Softball is in full swing
May 7, 2025
The Eagle High dance team conquered and got second place at the state competition. They took home many other awards and made the school proud.
This is the moment the Eagle Lightning Dance Team has been waiting for
Mar 27, 2025
Senior Macy Marg cradles the ball in Eagle High’s game against Galena High from Reno, Nevada. It was a competitive game that took place at Mountain View High.
Girls’ lacrosse shows confidence for the upcoming season
Mar 27, 2025
Father of Eagle High student, Timothy Snooks watches the 2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four in Houston, Texas. The Final Four was played in NRG Stadium.
The 2025 March Madness bracket challenge once again left no survivors
May 7, 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
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
Teacher Jessica Swygart who teaches American Sign Language at Eagle High was chosen as a favorite teacher by freshman Nixon Edwards. Her efforts in her classroom are greatly appreciated.
Students express appreciation to their favorite teachers
May 7, 2025
Michael’s, Hobby Lobby, Quality Art Inc. and small businesses supply creative individuals with materials to make art. Small businesses like Mixed Green’s in Boise are diverse and often include wide varieties of stationary to choose from.
Aspiring creatives debate over which art stores are best around Boise
May 7, 2025
Senior Ben Peters watches the new live action Snow White movie. This movie was one of Disney’s most underperforming live action remakes.
Disney live action remakes show that executives can’t recycle animation’s magic
May 7, 2025
Eagle High is one of the many public schools throughout the U.S. Its funding could be affected by the new Executive Order made by President Donald Trump.
The department of education has been significantly dismantled
May 7, 2025
Senior Sawyer Granof believes that Easter egg hunts are enjoyable for people of all ages. Some of his friends disagree, but Granof still thinks they are one of the best aspects of the Easter celebration.
Teens deserve a spot in the Easter Egg hunt; fun has no age limit
May 7, 2025
Senior Sawyer Granof believes that Easter egg hunts are enjoyable for people of all ages. Some of his friends disagree, but Granof still thinks they are one of the best aspects of the Easter celebration.
Teens deserve a spot in the Easter Egg hunt; fun has no age limit
May 7, 2025
Senior Gavin Heidemann (left) and sophomore Jayden Murphy (right) celebrate Halloween together. They are dressed as an iconic duo from the popular video game “Subway Surfers”.
Eagle High students share their best and worst dates
Feb 21, 2025
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
Student teacher Cole Witter shows his love of teaching in the Animal Science and Biology classroom. He is excited to have a classroom of his own next year as he was hired to teach Science.
Student teacher gets a job at Eagle High
May 7, 2025
Jennifer Foster has been a science teacher at Eagle High for 13 years. She currently teaches AP Environmental Science and biology and is a student favorite throughout the school.
Teacher Jennifer Foster works hard to see her students succeed
May 7, 2025
Senior Makenzie Baisch runs the 110 m hurdles at the 2024 Oregon Relays. Being invited to this prestigious event is an honor and an important milestone in Baisch's career.
Senior track athlete Makenzie Baisch is ‘running’ to new heights
May 7, 2025
Teacher Sarah Richins shines brightly. Her hard work shows her dedication to teaching.
Teacher Sarah Richins shares her story and advice for students
Mar 27, 2025
Senior Michael Stebel walks up to home plate to hit in his game against Meridian High. He also plays second base for Eagle High Baseball.
Michael Stebel exemplifies an extraordinary student
Mar 27, 2025
Eagle High Seniors were given the privilege to attend a field trip to the Idaho State Capitol. Students sit in attendance during the Idaho House of Representatives meeting, excited for this opportunity.
Eagle High seniors enjoy a field trip to the Idaho Capitol Building
Mar 27, 2025
Next year, Graphic Design III is coming to Eagle High. Currently, there is Graphic Design I and II. This class will be taught by teacher Taylor Damon.
Fresh Classes come to Eagle High next year
Mar 27, 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
Student teacher Cole Witter shows his love of teaching in the Animal Science and Biology classroom. He is excited to have a classroom of his own next year as he was hired to teach Science.
Student teacher gets a job at Eagle High
May 7, 2025
Jennifer Foster has been a science teacher at Eagle High for 13 years. She currently teaches AP Environmental Science and biology and is a student favorite throughout the school.
Teacher Jennifer Foster works hard to see her students succeed
May 7, 2025
Senior Makenzie Baisch runs the 110 m hurdles at the 2024 Oregon Relays. Being invited to this prestigious event is an honor and an important milestone in Baisch's career.
Senior track athlete Makenzie Baisch is ‘running’ to new heights
May 7, 2025
Teacher Sarah Richins shines brightly. Her hard work shows her dedication to teaching.
Teacher Sarah Richins shares her story and advice for students
Mar 27, 2025
Senior Michael Stebel walks up to home plate to hit in his game against Meridian High. He also plays second base for Eagle High Baseball.
Michael Stebel exemplifies an extraordinary student
Mar 27, 2025
Whether taking a cruise, or traveling to another state, summer vacation gives students the opportunity to leave Idaho. Students experience lifting off from the Boise airport to visit a faraway location.
After a long school year, summer break is just around the corner
May 7, 2025
Students and teachers from Eagle and Meridian, Idaho as well as, Iowa and New Mexico, travel to Peru together and experience the Peruvian culture with different foods, music and clothing style.
Students enjoy a fun school trip to Peru over spring break
May 7, 2025
Sophomore Savannah Loftus holds up her phone which shows Chat GPT. Since the pandemic in 2020, students have been using more technology in school. There is more access to technology on their laptops, and they have resources such as ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence websites.
Technology drastically changes the classroom dynamic post-pandemic
May 7, 2025
Senior Bridget Cox takes her senior photos. The top advice for senioritis is to make a schedule, go to class and look at the bigger picture.
It is important to continue to keep motivation as high school nears an end
Mar 27, 2025
Cardboard weaponry made by teacher Stephen Pratt’s Military History elective class in use on the field. Students march with their projects replicating military practices.
Eagle High is offering a variety of electives
Mar 27, 2025

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Sophomore Sadie Kelson patiently waits for an announcement regarding the live action “Lilo and Stitch” film. She enjoys watching new movie releases with friends and family.

Disney remakes two original films for students to enjoy over the summer

Zachary Ellison, Reporter • May 7, 2025

Disney is coming out with two new live action remakes, “Lilo & Stitch” and “How to Train Your Dragon,” both being released within the next two months. These two cartoons were some fan favorites...

Senior Ben Peters watches the new live action Snow White movie. This movie was one of Disney’s most underperforming live action remakes.

Disney live action remakes show that executives can’t recycle animation’s magic

Azriel Bennett, Reporter Team Lead • May 7, 2025

It seems that every year, Disney is digging their hole deeper and deeper. The live action remakes of their fan-favorite movies show that acting can’t capture the magic of animation.   Ever since...

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