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Many people had a great time at the dance. The dance circle was large and the smiles were even larger.
Eagle High couples and friends come together to make memories at the annual Sweetheart’s Dance
Feb 25, 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
February Briefs
February Briefs
Feb 25, 2025
Sophomore Cole Jones holds up a photo of the notification everyone got when TikTok was temporarily banned in the United States. Some agreed with the ban and said that it would benefit the country, but many disagreed.
Eagle High students experience the supposed “Tik Tok ban”
Feb 21, 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
Many people had a great time at the dance. The dance circle was large and the smiles were even larger.
Eagle High couples and friends come together to make memories at the annual Sweetheart’s Dance
Feb 25, 2025
February Briefs
February Briefs
Feb 25, 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 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 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
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
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
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
The February Playlist: The month of love is here
The February Playlist: The month of love is here
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
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
“A Complete Unknown” came out in December of 2024. This new movie highlights singer Bob Dylan’s life in the 1960s, starring Timothee Chalamet. It is also nominated for best picture at the Academy Awards.
New biopic ‘A Complete Unknown’ revels the ups and downs of Bob Dylan’s life
Feb 21, 2025
John Craige performed at the Egyptian Theatre on February 15, 2024. The theatre hosts singers, bands and plays movies. “The Bodyguard”, “Gone with the Wind” and “Swan Lake Ballet” are some movies that play there.
The Egyptian Theatre is a must-see attraction in Boise
Feb 21, 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
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
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
September Playlist: Back-to-school playlist; Summer is over
September Playlist: Back-to-school playlist; Summer is over
Sep 23, 2024
Sophomore Cole Fallow skis at Bogus Basin. He practices his skills on the mountain side. He has been in the ski and snowboard club for one year.
Ski and Snowboard club “carves” their way through a great season
Feb 25, 2025
Freshman Aiden Kindrick dunks in Eagle High’s pregame routine. He is surrounded by his supportive teammates who love playing basketball.
Eagle High boys’ basketball finishes out their season
Feb 25, 2025
The Eagle High track and field coaching staff are the only coaching staff in the valley in which each member competed in a collegiate sport according to the staff. This gives each coach an understanding of what it means to be a competitor. Coaches Stephen Pratt (left), Matt Mclaughlin (middle) and Nick Hampton (right) stand on the Eagle High basketball court.
The new Eagle High track and field coaching staff are excited for the upcoming season
Feb 21, 2025
Senior Gavin Crawford, a captain and veteran of the Eagle High rugby team, gets warmed up for at the NAIs. Crawford is committed to play rugby at Central Washington University.
It’s finally rugby season at Eagle High
Feb 21, 2025
The Eagle High Lightning Dance team holds their runner up prize after the district wide competition held at Sky View High. They performed four group dances previously prepared for the event.
The Eagle Lightning Dance team has big goals for the 2025 season
Feb 21, 2025
Sophomore Cole Fallow skis at Bogus Basin. He practices his skills on the mountain side. He has been in the ski and snowboard club for one year.
Ski and Snowboard club “carves” their way through a great season
Feb 25, 2025
Freshman Aiden Kindrick dunks in Eagle High’s pregame routine. He is surrounded by his supportive teammates who love playing basketball.
Eagle High boys’ basketball finishes out their season
Feb 25, 2025
The Eagle High track and field coaching staff are the only coaching staff in the valley in which each member competed in a collegiate sport according to the staff. This gives each coach an understanding of what it means to be a competitor. Coaches Stephen Pratt (left), Matt Mclaughlin (middle) and Nick Hampton (right) stand on the Eagle High basketball court.
The new Eagle High track and field coaching staff are excited for the upcoming season
Feb 21, 2025
Senior Gavin Crawford, a captain and veteran of the Eagle High rugby team, gets warmed up for at the NAIs. Crawford is committed to play rugby at Central Washington University.
It’s finally rugby season at Eagle High
Feb 21, 2025
The Eagle High Lightning Dance team holds their runner up prize after the district wide competition held at Sky View High. They performed four group dances previously prepared for the event.
The Eagle Lightning Dance team has big goals for the 2025 season
Feb 21, 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
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
Even though Valentine’s Day isn’t everyone’s favorite holiday, juniors Emma Stevens and Alania Tiner love Valentine’s Day. They like that it gives them an opportunity to celebrate their friendship and enjoy the fun decorations.
Valentine’s Day is an over-hated holiday
Feb 25, 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
Junior Lucas Reese shows his outfit for the day. He wears a beanie and a jacket for a cold, snowy January morning.
Following fashion trends is so last year
Feb 21, 2025
Senior Mckenna Johnson (Eagles) and junior Melia Diaz (Chiefs) represent the NFL teams with each team’s iconic colors, the green Philadelphia Eagles and red Kansas City Chiefs. The Eagles were victorious over the Chiefs on Sundays anticipated contest.
The Superfail: The Kansas City Chiefs’ arrogance has led to disaster
Feb 21, 2025
Downtown Eagle has historically had a vintage look to the buildings. Recently, these vintage buildings have been redone, and due to the growing population in Eagle, new buildings have been added. The gentrification of downtown Eagle has been controversial, especially to citizens who have lived in Eagle for a long time.
Eagle experiences growing pains amidst innovation boom
Feb 21, 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
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
Sources of Strength members hold their sign after the homecoming parade during halftime of Eagle High’s football game. They spread positivity with their smiles.
Sources of Strength builds leaders and creates a lasting impact on others
Feb 25, 2025
Senior Matthew Stewart plans to get his masters in aerospace engineering after his LDS mission. He has a dream of working at a place like NASA.
Eagle High students pursue future careers in engineering 
Feb 25, 2025
Nate Williams plays basketball and football for Eagle High and is an excellent student with a 4.0 gpa.
Nate Williams shines on the field, court and in the classroom
Feb 21, 2025
Freshman McKinley Boehler loves to put her all into her school work. She tries to put the work in today so that her high school career is set up for success.
Eagle High student inspires other students to always do their best
Feb 21, 2025
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
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.
Sophomore Emily McAllister symbolizes academic excellence
Jan 24, 2025
Sophomore Maddie Giorgetti and sophomore Keaton Rust pose for a photo after she asked him to Sweethearts. Giorgetti's poster is based on the song “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar, one of Rust’s favorite songs. This year, many girls at Eagle High made creative posters like this to ask boys to the dance.
Girls at Eagle High get creative with their Sweethearts’ proposals
Feb 21, 2025
Gifting flowers and a sweet drink perfectly expresses love on Valentines Day. Giving gifts to people during February is a super sweet way of showing appreciation.
Students share what they love about those closest to them during the season of love
Feb 21, 2025
Junior Isabelle Bodily excitedly points out the room where a Graphic Design 3 class will be coming to Eagle High next year. The class is taught by teacher Taylor Damon.
Eagle High is now offering Graphic Design 3
Feb 21, 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

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The Eagle High track and field coaching staff are the only coaching staff in the valley in which each member competed in a collegiate sport according to the staff. This gives each coach an understanding of what it means to be a competitor. Coaches Stephen Pratt (left), Matt Mclaughlin (middle) and Nick Hampton (right) stand on the Eagle High basketball court.

The new Eagle High track and field coaching staff are excited for the upcoming season

Ozzie Faulk, Photographer • Feb 21, 2025

All things come to an end, and a coaching career is no different. With the old Eagle High track and field coach Greg Harm retiring after a distinguished career, the program had to look in a new direction...

Senior A.J Ringert and sophomores Jackson Porter and Max Taggart stand with their coach Nick Hampton. Hampton is the Eagle High cross-country coach as well as the middle-distance coach for track here at Eagle High. They are celebrating after a successful day of running.

The 2024 Track and Field Season is off to a Great Start

Lila Weber, Copy Editor • Mar 28, 2024

The 2024 track and field season kicked off on Feb. 23. This year provided a big turnout of students, with many newbies joining the team. New coaches were also welcomed this year, making a total of seven...

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