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Continue reading →: The zombie apocalypse comes to MHS
Throughout our arrival back from our spring break hiatus, the zombie apocalypse has come to MHS. Dr. Andrews, along with her Library Advisory Board, has created a tournament with teachers’ credentials on who is the best candidate to accompany you if a zombie outbreak were to occur. This was inspired…
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Continue reading →: The retirement of Doug Kunde
This year will be the last year Mr. Kunde is teaching. He’s taught history classes plus sociology and economics for 26 years. He was also the head wrestling coach, bass fishing coach, and extra duty supervisor. Kunde is loved by many students, but he’s loved by his colleagues just as…
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Continue reading →: Sages baseball off to a hot start
The Sages baseball season has started off on an 11-0 run and they have signs of slowing down. A few weeks ago, on the 28th of March, the Sages had a back and forth battle with New Berlin, winning from a walk-off single by junior Jake Motsegood. Then, on the…
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Continue reading →: Senior assassin kicks off
Since March 30th, Monticello High School has been running its very own senior assassin game. Many seniors are excited to get the game underway. This senior tradition started last year, and the class of 2026 decided to keep it going this year. Since it’s not affiliated with the high school,…
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Continue reading →: Our wonderful Mrs. Malone
For 21 years, Mrs. Malone has been a faithful member of the MHS staff. Working primarily as a guidance counselor but also working behind the scenes in Thespians productions and sponsoring NHS, GSA, and LifeSavers. She described her emotions regarding her retirement as something of a mixed bag, saying, “I…
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Continue reading →: Flipped classrooms keep students engaged
Flipped classrooms are classes that have the notes assigned at home in the form of a reading or video lecture and worksheets and activities are done in class. They offer many benefits that aren’t very well known, including helping kids who find it hard to sit still learn in an…
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Continue reading →: MHS was ready for spring break
MHS students and teachers were eagerly waiting in excitement to spend time with family and friends, some having the opportunity to get out of Monticello to travel. Juniors Gemma Vance and Jack Watson shared their plans for spring break, and explained their point of view on teachers giving homework over…
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Continue reading →: The thrill of indoor track
With indoor track season being in full swing for a month now, the Sages have had very busy nights and long practice days. Track helps athletes stay in shape, but it also helps them create new friends. When Emily Matthews was asked what her favorite part about indoor track was,…
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Continue reading →: Playing for a purpose: the impact of Orange Out
Students, staff, and families filled the stands in orange for the annual Orange Out game at MHS. This event honors the memory of Natalie McDowell while raising money for St. Jude, a cause she cared deeply about. Pep Club President, senior Pyper Burton explained why the tradition continues to stay…
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Continue reading →: MHS ICE protest: a melting pot of opinions
During MHS’ B2 classes on Friday, February 6, approximately 30 students walked out of class as part of a student organized protest of the recent actions of ICE, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. This walkout was advertised by students on social media ahead of time, which allowed them…
