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Cat Albanese works at her new computer in the front office on Monday Feb. 26.
New office secretary Cat Albanese is welcomed to MSHS
Thomson and the 2023-2024 school year office aides celebrate Thomsons last day with dips and cake at the end of the day.
Thomson enjoys her final days at MSHS
Jennifer Trainor reads over her list of scholarships for the senior class.
Jennifer Trainor helps seniors finance their futures on Free-Money Fridays
Over winter break the hallways were renovated with new carpet, fresh paint, and LED lighting. See the difference above.
Hallway renovations surprise students after winter break
Stacy Thomson and Cory Urban pose with new pet of the front office, Clark the betta fish.
Clark joins the front office staff
Science teacher Andrew Slama shares what made him want to become a science teacher while sharing fun memories and useful advice for current and future students.
Teacher Throwback: Andrew Slama
Brown teaches social studies classes, which have many assignments involving heavy reading and research.
Teachers speak on missing work among MSHS students
Meghan Taylor (12) celebrates with the rest of the COYAC members in the Colorado House of Representatives after the hearing of HB24-1039: Non-Legal Name Changes and HB24-1040: Gender-Affirming Health-Care Provider Study. The bills were drafted all of the legal language was put down by the Legislative Council, because our job as COYAC members, is really to create proposals of things that we see you going through our job is not to write the legal language because, unfortunately, something that the COYAC director has reminded me many times, Taylor said. When I called her at like 9:30pm asking her for help was ‘Meghan you do not have a law degree’. Unfortunately, I do not. Im still in high school. Its really a pain. I wish I did.
Meghan Taylor authors Colorado bill on non-legal name changes
Ethan Anderson (12) stands beside several of his art pieces on display outside of Erin Gocinskis room in the SILC building. He made the piece on the top left, titled Pensive, with charcoal.
Ethan Anderson to attend MCAD to pursue the Arts
Jake Thomson has been playing club baseball since he was 7 years old. I was lucky enough to play for the same travel team for my childhood. I played for Majestic baseball from the time I was 7-15, Thomson said.
Jake Thomson continues his baseball career
Seniors Hailey and Kate Johnson are excited to take on the season.
Spring Sports Preview: Girls soccer looking to rebuild for a fun season
Last season, the team took home the Tri-Peaks League Championship. With only two graduated seniors gone, the team is packed with experienced athletes for an exciting upcoming season.
Spring Sports Preview: Track and Field begins an exciting season
Nate Gentzel(12), Canon Feist(12), and Jake Thomson are ready for baseball season to begin and have have high hopes for their senior season. I’m proud of the work that everyone has put in this offseason to get to where we are now, and I really feel like this team will be something special, Thomson said.
Spring Sports Preview: Boys Baseball
Madison Sharon (11) and Addie Dorsey (9) smile together with excitement for a new season to start. Girls golf had their preseason meeting on Friday, Feb. 2, and will officially start their season on March 4. Addies an amazing golfer, Madison Sharon (11) said, and Im really excited to play with her.
Girls golf begins their anticipated season March 4
The Cross Country State Championships were held at Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs this year.
Seniors Cody Kelley and Cody Wyman place at the Cross Country State Championships
Camden Jacobson (12) spends time doing make-up work in Social Studies Lab during Advisory. This close to the end of the year, time is thin and the will to work with it.
Senioritis: The Psychology and why it’s good/bad for students.
Manitou Springs Highschools Great Gatsby themed prom will take place on Friday, April 26.
Prom ticket prices soar again
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Juan Carlos’s latest movie “Damsel” came out on March 8.
Review: “Damsel”
Mac Millers fifth mixtape, Best Day Ever, was released March 11, 2011.
Review: Mac Miller “Best Day Ever”
Pensive made with charcoal on paper.
Independent study art gallery: Ethan Anderson
Beket Wendell-Evans, Isaac Boczkiewicz and Meghan Taylor run the script for the spring play for practice at MSHS on Mar. 6. The first rehearsal was on Mar. 5.
A final theater production for class of 2024
Bride by Ali Hazelwood released on February 6, 2024.
Book of the month – February: Bride
At this annual Larrys, MPAC President Kai Jacobson (11) and Vice President Meghan Taylor (11) took liberty in naming and presenting every award given.
The 2023 Larry’s: What to expect of this long standing tradition
The Cast and Crew of Too Many Daughters after arriving back at the High School with their 1st Place Trophy and Outstanding Supporting Actor Award.
MSHS wins Pikes Peak Regional One-Act Competition
At the end of the show, the characters celebrated Beowulf and Gunborg defeating Grendels mother.
MSHS performed their fall play: “Beowulf (and the Bard)”
Henry White (12) in the play Our Town that was performed in the fall of 2021.
Henry White leaves his mark on MSHS theater
Senior Koda Oxford recreates Shakespeares Hamlet. Theater was greatly restricted this year, and thespians were unable to act in traditional ways.
Koda Oxford’s finest hour
Annie Riggin works with Manitou choir teacher Abby Steen in preparation of her All-State Honor Choir performances.
Annie Riggin selected for Colorado All-State Honor Choir
The MSHS Symphonic Band plays the Fight Song as they round the track. The band practices for the parade every year.
MSHS band brings the sound of Homecoming
Lucas Grieb (12) & Lance Warner (12) pose for a band photo, outside in Manitou Springs, CO, with their guitars.
Euphoria: Manitou Springs High School’s up and coming band
Anton Akse (12), principal chair tuba, focuses on how his instrument sounds in the concert hall as opposed to the rehearsal space.
Abeel and Aske play in top youth orchestral group
Boulder Honor Band members Devin Rocha (11) and Hailey Matas (12) at their concert in Boulder.
It’s an Honor to be in Honor Band
Juan Carlos’s latest movie “Damsel” came out on March 8.
Review: “Damsel”
Mac Millers fifth mixtape, Best Day Ever, was released March 11, 2011.
Review: Mac Miller “Best Day Ever”
Bride by Ali Hazelwood released on February 6, 2024.
Book of the month – February: Bride
Sanctuary of the Shadow by Aurora Ascher released on Jan. 10.
Book of the month – January: Sanctuary of the Shadow
The Intern by Michele Campbell was released October 7 of this year.
Book of the month – December: The Intern
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GSTA Raises Money for Urban Peak Through Rocky Horror Picture Show

GSTA Raises Money for Urban Peak Through “Rocky Horror Picture Show”

Anela Wright, Senior Reporter • November 6, 2017

The Manitou Springs High School (MSHS) Gay Straight Trans Alliance (GSTA) is persistent about raising awareness for the less fortunate kids within the LGTBQ+ community. In spirit of Halloween, the club...

MSHS Student Wins Regional Documentary Award

MSHS Student Wins Regional Documentary Award

Kaitlyn Cashdollar, Editor-in-Chief • November 3, 2017

For the past three years, Manitou Springs High School students, and now alumni, have attended the prestigious summer documentary camp, the Youth Documentary Academy (YDA), to create their own documentaries...

Cross Country Narrowly Misses State at Regionals

Cross Country Narrowly Misses State at Regionals

Kaitlyn Davidson, Senior Reporter • October 31, 2017

The Manitou Springs High School (MSHS) Cross Country team ran Regionals at Shining Mountain Golf Course in Woodland Park. Going in with high expectations, Naiya Budler (12) was focused on the team...

NHS Annual Blood Drive Guidelines and Requirements

NHS Annual Blood Drive Guidelines and Requirements

Zak Talbot, Reporter • October 13, 2017

National Honor Society's (NHS) annual Blood Drive is set for Wednesday, October 18th. Members from Penrose-St. Francis Health Services will be running it from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The blood donated will go...

Many students who are artistically inclined have the opportunity to get scholarships and recognition by applying to the ASU art show. Shelby Hard, a MSHS alumni and passionate artist, still has her piece Home featured in the SILC Building.

Adam State University Art Contest Offers Scholarships

Morgan Fisher, Reporter • October 4, 2017

The Art Department at Adams State University (ASU) is having a regional juried scholarship exhibition for high school juniors and seniors. The contest will accept any type of original art that can be framed...

Members of the Mustang varsity soccer team celebrate a goal kicked by Riley Jungbauer (10) with smiles as they head to starting positions.

Boys’ Soccer Takes the Win Against Woodland Park Panthers

Riley Cluxton, Reporter • September 25, 2017

On Tuesday, September 12th, the Manitou Springs High School (MSHS) Boys' Soccer teams played against the Woodland Park Panthers, a close rival. As the season has progressed, MSHS has continued to prove...

MSHS Football Remains Optimistic After Defeat

MSHS Football Remains Optimistic After Defeat

Anela Wright, Senior Reporter • September 21, 2017

The Manitou Springs High School (MSHS) Football Team started off the season with a roar as they secured a win over St. Mary's. Although, the players fought a game of tug-a-war for points and suffered a...

Teagan Nevada (10), Abbie Boren (11), McKayla Cully (11) and Sarah Kost (10) are all part of the varsity team.

Varsity Volleyball Wins Game Against Trinidad

Allie Robbins, Senior Reporter • September 20, 2017

The Manitou Springs High School Volleyball Varsity Team played and won against Trinidad on Thursday, September 14th. The JV players did not win, yet still persevered though both games. Josephine Paradee...

Braeden Lewis (12) placed 5th at the Florence Invite, where the girls cross country team came in first place.

Girls’ Cross Country Places 1st at Florence Invitational

Kaitlyn Davidson, Senior Reporter • September 18, 2017

In the 97 degree heat, September 12th, Manitou Springs Cross Country team battled for victory in Florence. All members of the large team ran varsity. The girls performed especially well, with noticeable...

Alaura Lopez (12) and Ellery Lane (11) support the football team at the homecoming parade (2016).

How to Make It “All Around the World” During Homecoming Week

Anela Wright, Senior Reporter • September 15, 2017

Homecoming is not only a dance, but a week to show school spirit. Each day of Homecoming week, Manitou Springs High School (MSHS) will have dress up days, girls playing football, boys cheering them on...

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