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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 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
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
March News Briefs
March News Briefs
Mar 27, 2025
Seniors throughout Eagle High are rushing to figure out their plans after graduation, which is under a hundred days away. Senior Schuyler Roorda is committed to Boise State University.
Class of 2025’s students move onto college
Mar 27, 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
March News Briefs
March News Briefs
Mar 27, 2025
Seniors throughout Eagle High are rushing to figure out their plans after graduation, which is under a hundred days away. Senior Schuyler Roorda is committed to Boise State University.
Class of 2025’s students move onto college
Mar 27, 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
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
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
March Playlist: Enjoy these throwbacks
March Playlist: Enjoy these throwbacks
Mar 27, 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
Junior Devan Pilling enjoyed watching the “MrBeast Games” over spring break. The show circles around the challenges created by the popular youtuber and is watched by many.
‘MrBeast Games’ is full of extreme challenges and prizes
Mar 27, 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 $ong 4 U.”
Drake’s newest album receives one of his smallest debuts
Mar 27, 2025
Junior Adelaide Cull waits patiently for new episodes of “High Potential” on Netflix. She enjoys true crime and mystery.
This show has ‘High Potential’ to become a primetime star
Mar 27, 2025
From Jan. 21 to Feb. 2., the prestigious play, “Hamilton”, was preformed in Boise, Idaho at the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts. “Hamilton” is a musical about the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s Founding Fathers, focuses on his rise, achievements and struggles.
‘Hamilton’ the musical comes to the Morrison Center
Feb 25, 2025
Senior Jack Giannini plays popular mobile game ”Block Blast.” He is in love with the strategy and problem solving it involves.
Mobile and console video games capture youth’s attention
Feb 25, 2025
Junior Will Anderson is ecstatic about the new movies to come in 2025. He practices his Marvel poses and plans to watch the new movies in theater throughout the year.
The new movies that will help the 2025 comeback of Marvel
Feb 21, 2025
“A Complete Unknown” came out in December of 2024. This new movie highlights singer Bob Dylan’s life in the 1960s, starring Timothee Chalamet. It is also nominated for best picture at the Academy Awards.
New biopic ‘A Complete Unknown’ revels the ups and downs of Bob Dylan’s life
Feb 21, 2025
Junior Carter Ditlove is an avid Drake listener; he is in the top 1% of Drake listeners on Spotify. He has recently been exploring Drake's newest album, “$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
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
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
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
The Eagle High Mustang cheer team poses for a photo after taking fifth place at State, which was at the Ford Idaho Center.
Eagle High cheerleaders earn a spot at Idaho State Cheer Competition
Mar 27, 2025
Junior Anthony Butler finished fourth in the state wrestling competition while finishing first at Districts. He plans to go back next year and wants to win it all.
Wrestlers compete in state competition
Mar 27, 2025
During the national anthem, the Eagle High girls’ basketball team pays their respects to the flag before playing a competitive game in the state championship.
Girls’ Basketball team finishes their 2025 season
Mar 27, 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
The Eagle High Mustang cheer team poses for a photo after taking fifth place at State, which was at the Ford Idaho Center.
Eagle High cheerleaders earn a spot at Idaho State Cheer Competition
Mar 27, 2025
Junior Anthony Butler finished fourth in the state wrestling competition while finishing first at Districts. He plans to go back next year and wants to win it all.
Wrestlers compete in state competition
Mar 27, 2025
During the national anthem, the Eagle High girls’ basketball team pays their respects to the flag before playing a competitive game in the state championship.
Girls’ Basketball team finishes their 2025 season
Mar 27, 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
The upcoming seniors of WestAda School District must meet new requirements in order to walk at graduation. The district requires six in person classes. The Eagle High counselors are willing to work with students and help them find the best schedule for senior year.
West Ada’s new graduation policy changes the number of release periods students can have
Mar 27, 2025
Senior Tanner Chitwood points to the previously named “Gulf of Mexico” on a map. President Donald Trump switched the name to “Gulf of America”.
The Gulf of America is a new name for a historic waterway
Mar 27, 2025
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Mental health is a noteworthy and important topic of discussion. Bringing awareness and acceptance to students at Eagle High is a praiseworthy pursuit.
Psychology majors flood college campuses straining career opportunities
Mar 27, 2025
Sophomore Alaina Hayhurst poses for a photo in her spring inspired outfit. Hayhurst wears many trendy spring clothing items like Brandy Melville tank tops, low rise jeans and Converse.
Spring fashion trends arise at Eagle High
Mar 27, 2025
Sophomore Emily McAllister took a trip to the Hobbiton in Matamata, New Zealand for her spring break trip. The experience of seeing the set of where they filmed the Lord of the Rings is a popular attraction and brings thousands every year.
Students make the most of spring break this year
Mar 27, 2025

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The upcoming seniors of WestAda School District must meet new requirements in order to walk at graduation. The district requires six in person classes. The Eagle High counselors are willing to work with students and help them find the best schedule for senior year.

West Ada’s new graduation policy changes the number of release periods students can have

Zachary Ellison, Reporter • Mar 27, 2025

West Ada School District is changing their requirements for students to graduate as well as to participate in graduation events. While the reasons West Ada is changing their policies makes sense from the...

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