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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
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
Stiles Cluxton (12) excited to begin his life in the real world upon graduating MSHS and finishing the career start program.
Cluxton jumpstarts his automotive career
Paraprofessional Talor Goodloe, takes Austin Durham (10) out of class early to make it through the only wheelchair accessible gate before scheduled fire drill.
Building accessibility issues persist at MSHS
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
Manitou Springs Highschools Great Gatsby themed prom will take place on Friday, April 26.
Prom ticket prices soar again
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Social studies teacher Lawrence Housley embraces Colorados social studies standards in his classroom.
Colorado’s inclusive social studies standards are superior to Florida’s
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
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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In Allie Robbins's (12) free time, you can find her outside taking pictures. She really enjoys photography and has since she was in sixth grade. She has been in Advanced Journalism since freshman year. Robbins's time in the class has taught her photography skills and meeting deadlines. After high school, Robbins hopes to go to Pike Peak Community College to get her on the path of a teaching degree.

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Olive Van Eimeren (10) and Koda Oxford (11) preforming in the fall play, Badger. Oxford hopes to see more support for plays like Badger that him and his castmates work so hard to put on.

[Photo] Supporting the Preforming Arts

Koda Oxford, Junior Reporter
February 21, 2020
Abigail Parker (10), Norah Jorstad (9) and Mahlia Glass (11) hold signs when greeting students on the first day of school.

New Year, New Experiences

Allie Robbins, Photo Editor
September 3, 2019
Grace Olson (10) throws up a Rock On sign as she dances with her close friend Mady Caywood (11). The two have gone to every dance this year and were happy to be supporting such a good cause.

[Photo] Wish Upon A Star: MSHS Completes Their Wish Week

Sophia McKeown, Warhorse Editor-In-Chief
March 15, 2019
Byrd McCarley (12) and Ceasar Sanchez (12) are both shooting to make it to 2019 Wrestling State. They will have the Regionals meet to make that goal reality.

Wrestling Regionals: Make It Or Break It

Allie Robbins, Photography Editor
February 19, 2019
The four seniors and Coach Bonner all huddle for a picture. Only two of them competed in the meet but Edwards and Borst came to support their teammates.

Wrestling Hosts Last Home Meet and Honors Seniors

Allie Robbins, Photo Editor
January 30, 2019
Chloe Unruh (12) serves drinks at the Kiwanis annual Breakfast with Santa. She is the Secretary of Key Club.

[Photo] Key Club Shows Holiday Cheer

Oda Tiller-Brattebø, Senior Reporter
December 20, 2018
Key Club’s First Project Of The Year

Key Club’s First Project Of The Year

Allie Robbins, Photography Editor
October 23, 2018
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Talia Traxler (11) laughs after finishing a scale on her cello.

[Photo] Celebrating Classical Music Month

Mackenna Yount, Copy Editor
October 8, 2018
Homecoming Away From Home

Homecoming Away From Home

Allie Robbins and Oda Tiller-Brattebø
October 2, 2018
Announcements- September 26, 2018

Announcements- September 26, 2018

Allie Robbins, Photography Editor
September 26, 2018
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[Photo] Aliah Char

September 4, 2018
All staff members enjoy talking to one another before the ceremony begans.

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Amanda Nagel (12) says her final speech to the student body. She has made an impact on the student body by making them accomplish things over the year.

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Amanda Nagel (12) passing the gavel to Jayden Omi (11), student body president for 2018-2019. Omi is excited to continue making the school proud.

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Finnigan Evans (9) and Julius Kovats (9) shows off his talent at the Green and Gold Assembly.

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Owen White (10) sang Vincent, by Don McLean, while playing his guitar.

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Talia Traxler (10) plays her instrument infront of the student body.

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Getting along with people is a great way to build relationships, as MSHS students found out while eating dinner with other Key Clubbers at the Rocky Mountain District Convension.

Key Club Members Go To District Convention

Allie Robbins, Senior Reporter
April 12, 2018
Courtney Brown (10) and Abigail Kilpela (9) enjoy the dance as they sing along to one of the songs.

[Photo] MSHS Students Help Make A Dream Come True

Sophia Mckeown, Reporter
April 9, 2018
Announcements- March 16, 2018

Announcements- March 16, 2018

Allie Robbins, Senior Reporter
March 16, 2018
Alison Lanning (12) enjoys her last time on stage for Manitou Springs High School. She is looking forward to going to college and starting fresh.

Coffee House Showcases Talent Within MSHS

Allie Robbins, Senoir Reporter
March 15, 2018
Announcements- March 14, 2018

Announcements- March 14, 2018

Allie Robbins, Senior Reporter
March 14, 2018
Reece Mininger is paying attention during Biology. He wants to be a doctor when he grows up as his career.

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Carole Ryan (10) is working hard during advisory. She did cheerleadering in the winter.

Announcements- March 7, 2018

Allie Robbins, Senior Reporter
March 7, 2018
Jamies Baker (12) is enjoying gym class. He is also doing Baseball for his fourth year now.

Announcements- March 1, 2018

Allie Robbins, Reporter
March 1, 2018
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Announcements- Jan. 18, 2018

Announcements- Jan. 18, 2018

Allie Robbins, Senior Reporter
January 18, 2018
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Announcements-Dec. 7, 2017

Announcements-Dec. 7, 2017

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December 7, 2017
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Announcements- Dec. 1, 2017

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December 1, 2017
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Announcements- November 30, 2017

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November 30, 2017
Announcements- November 16, 2017

Announcements- November 16, 2017

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November 16, 2017
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Announcements- Nov. 15, 2017

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November 16, 2017
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Announcements- Nov. 14, 2017

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November 16, 2017
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