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The independent student media site of West Linn High School

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The independent student media site of West Linn High School

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Above the recently renovated front entrance of one of West Linn-Wilsonville's elementary schools, Willamette Primary School, the meaningful mascot "Douglasaurus" is displayed highlighting an inviting message on a welcome banner.

Out with the old: primary school closures

Isabelle Ludemann, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2024

Due to low admissions and budget cuts in the West Linn-Wilsonville school district, one of three primary schools in the area is facing closure. Among nine elementary schools in the district, Stafford...

Dressed in matching outfits, the Black Student Union (BSU) performs at last year's Clubs Got Talent. When the results were announced after the competition, BSU won second place.

Teaser: 2024 Clubs Got Talent

Edie Himmer, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2024

Lip-syncing, dancing, and raising funds for their cause, eight clubs will compete in the Clubs Got Talent competition this Thursday, Nov. 21, for a check written to the winning club. Last year, the prize...

Lofty celebrations. After having two touchdowns called back due to flags on the play, Viggo Anderson, junior, shouts, “I got one,” as he scores with 1:28 left in the first half.

Touching down into the playoffs

Clara Wood, Multimedia Resources Editor
November 15, 2024

The football season isn’t over just yet, as the Lions made it into the playoffs with a record of 8—1, securing them a spot as one of the top four teams in the championship. While the Lions’ one...

The group's first stop was in the Quito, the capital of Ecuador, where they explored cultural sites. Photo courtesy of Gabe Garrett

Education on vacation: 2024 Galápagos trip

Mia Lange, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2024

When school is out, students may choose to spend the first few weeks relaxing and decompressing from the prior school year. However, other students chose to continue their learning by traveling abroad...

An e-bike resting against a guard rail outside of the Killer Burger near Salamo Road, just down the street from Rosemont Ridge Middle School.

School, scooters, Safeway, repeat

Macquarie Workman, Staff Reporter
November 11, 2024

The surge of electric bikes on streets and sidewalks has had an impact in the last two years.  These speedy little bikes and scooters have gained popularity among the students at the middle school. The...

What Halloween costume should you wear?

What Halloween costume should you wear?

Clara Wood, Multimedia Resources Editor
October 29, 2024

Going clubbing: 2024-25 club guide

Going clubbing: 2024-25 club guide

Each year, the club fair provides students the opportunity to learn about the different clubs they can choose from at the high school. Clubs allow students to learn new passions and find a community within...

Slaughter teaches the orchestra class. Photo courtesy of Emily Pierce

Orchestrating the orchestra

Saige Heiden, Staff Reporter
October 24, 2024

Strings, brass, or percussion, an orchestra can match any rhythm, especially with a good director. With the position recently vacant, Tyler Slaughter stepped in to continue as the new orchestra director.  Before...

The volleyball team waits on the sidelines during a game on Oct. 16.

Coming in with the kill: new volleyball coach Kathy Walker

Meghan Lemay, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2024

Back in 2023, the varsity volleyball team lost in three sets to Roseburg High School in the playoffs and is ready to enter the new season. Now, there are three new seniors for the 2024 varsity team, including...

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