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Edward Buckley (12), Landon Foster (12), Brenner Gauvin (12), Adam Krych (12), Jacob Jacobsen (12), Hunter Larsen (12), Evan Fugate (12), Shaena Vigil (12) and Liam Linster (12) are just nine of the 48 AP Scholars for the 2023-2024 school year.
Manitou boasts 48 AP Scholars
MSHS staff, Sam Duff, David Williams and Riley Walker all participated in the 5K. Duff placed 1st out of all high school staff. "I thought it was a great turnout for the inaugural event," Duff said.
Breaking News: Inaugural Manitou 5K raises $12,300 for MSMS
Naomi Porter (11) and Cordelia Portman (11) are excited to have free period products at MSHS.
Period products now free in restrooms
Senior Honor roll students gather to celebrate accomplishments during the back to school senior class meeting on Aug. 22.
Seniors dominate spring 2024 honor roll
On Sept.13 Amanda Kerrigan’s advisory plays chess.
MSHS admin takes a stand on cellphones
Nici Sharon(12) kicks a soccer ball during the girls soccer season of her junior year during a game. Nici Sharon has found that being goalie has grown on her over the years.
Nici Sharon leaves her mark of determination on the girls soccer team
Brooke Ferguson (11) and Miranda Chasteen (11) read to help with their seasonal depression.
Students at MSHS confront seasonal depression
Amy Duess (11) interacts with her other classmates during Advisory.
German exchange student leaves impact on MSHS
On Nov.15 Kyan Bunker welds a hitch together at his job Royal Welding.
Bunker makes sparks fly
Kyle Blasi (11) buzzes in and begins working to find his answer at Knowledge Bowl practice in Andrew Slama's room on Oct. 22 so that he gets called to answer the question first. A scrimmage between three teams was held during practice that day, which helps the players prepare for any trivia question that could be thrown their way.
Knowledge Bowl members wish to see a fresh perception of the team
The girls swim and dive team together after practice at the Woodland Aquatic Center. The team will head to their first meet, The Big Cat Brawl in Littleton on Dec. 9.
Winter Sports Preview: Swim and Dive
The girls cross country team placed as the runners up in the state competition on Nov. 2.
Fall Sports Season Recap
The team celebrates their win with medals after the race.
Girls cross country places as state runner up
The girls cross country team placed as the runners up in the state competition on Nov. 2.
Fall Sports Recap Oct. 28-Nov. 3
Preston Rhodes(12) and Cohen Barrett(11) prepare for the upcoming season at open gyms.
Winter Sports Preview: Boys Basketball
Ben Perkins (11) watches his team in action at the first home football game on Friday night at Richardson Field.
CTE risk begins in high school sports
Why putting your phone down is good for your health
Why putting your phone down is good for your health
A wolverine wanders around in the snow most likely trying to find food or guarding his territory. Female wolverines' territories can get to 230 square miles, while males can get around 380 square miles. Wolverines can smell a carcass under 20 feet of snow.
Reintroduction of wolverines to Colorado is important for ecosystem
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 and bad for students
Manitou Springs Highschool's "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
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
The Chromakopia album dropped on Oct.28 and it was Tyler, the Creator's eighth studio album.
Review: Chromakopia
“Haunted Sweet Home” was published by Sarah Pinsker on September 3, 2024.
Review: “Haunt Sweet Home”
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 was released on Oct. 25. The game has a variety of missions and storyline, it is very engaging and is interesting to follow.
Review: Black Ops 6
Caddo Lake was a movie released on October 10.
Review: Caddo Lake
"A Song To Drown Rivers" by Ann Liang was released on Oct. 1, 2024.
Review: A Song to Drown Rivers
Beckett Wendell-Evans (11) and Meggan Milliron (10), teach the cast of the musical Wendell-Evans and Milliron demonstrate how to properly hold someone in arabesque for Quinn Ballard (11), who will execute the hold, on Sep. 23.
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Lana Kahtava (11) and Kai Jacobson(12) begin to present the awards for the night.
Theater students celebrate The Larry’s
Kai Jacobson (12) and Abby Steen leave Manitou Springs High School with cheers from the students and staff on Thursday, Feb. 8. They arrived at the Buell Theater of Downtown Denver and began rehearsing with the rest of the choir for their performance that Saturday.
Kai Jacobson performs with All-State Honor Choir
At this annual Larry's, 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
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
The Chromakopia album dropped on Oct.28 and it was Tyler, the Creator's eighth studio album.
Review: Chromakopia
“Haunted Sweet Home” was published by Sarah Pinsker on September 3, 2024.
Review: “Haunt Sweet Home”
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 was released on Oct. 25. The game has a variety of missions and storyline, it is very engaging and is interesting to follow.
Review: Black Ops 6
Caddo Lake was a movie released on October 10.
Review: Caddo Lake
"A Song To Drown Rivers" by Ann Liang was released on Oct. 1, 2024.
Review: A Song to Drown Rivers
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Spring Sports Preview: Track and Field

Spring Sports Preview: Track and Field

Zak Talbot, Copy Editor
March 3, 2020
National Honor Society President Taylor Foky (12) delivers the introduction speech at the 2020 NHS Induction Ceremony.

Annual National Honor Society Induction Sees Nine New Members

Zak Talbot, Copy Editor
February 10, 2020
Henry Ilyasova (10) poses with his medal after placing at the Florence meet. Ilyasova continuously improved his times at races to qualify for state.

Henry Ilyasova to Represent Manitou Springs at State Cross Country Meet

Zak Talbot, Copy Editor
October 25, 2019
Sophomore Tate Christian sprints down the field, eluding multiple Valley defenders along the way.

Mustangs Fall Short to Valley at Homecoming Game

Zak Talbot, Copy Editor
September 20, 2019
Baseball Victorious in Opening Day Game

Baseball Victorious in Opening Day Game

Zak Talbot, Sports Editor
March 19, 2019
Manitou Baseball in Full Swing as Tryouts Begin

Manitou Baseball in Full Swing as Tryouts Begin

Zak Talbot, Sports Editor
March 7, 2019
Ortonward and Malcolm pose for a picture after a long practice. The two often practice for three hours a day in preparation for their competitions.

MSHS Students Represent Their School at Ice Skating Nationals

Zak Talbot, Sports Editor
January 15, 2019
Boys' Soccer Ends the Season with Annual Banquet

Boys’ Soccer Ends the Season with Annual Banquet

Zak Talbot, Sports Editor
December 13, 2018
Atraya Christiansen (11) practices for a concert with classmates. She was one of the eight MSHS students to sing in the Honor Choir.

Choir Students Shine in the Spotlight at Honor Choir Concert

Zak Talbot, Sports Editor
November 29, 2018
Sophia McEnroe (10) gives her presentation to an onlooker for World Language and Culture Night.

World Language and Culture Night Brings Community Together

Zak Talbot, Reporter
April 2, 2018
Soccer players warm up before the JV game against Jefferson Academy.

Caileen Sienknecht (10) pursues the ball, going up against a Jefferson Academy player. Sienknecht has been playing varsity soccer since her freshman year at Manitou, and has proven herself to be a powerful asset on the field.

[Photo] Girls' Soccer Faces Long Battle Against Jefferson

March 23, 2018
Alyssa Holladay (12) was an incredible force on the field, blocking several shots during the course of the game.

Brooklyn Mack (12), Ava Spangler (11), and Caileen Sienknecht (10) attempt to block a shot from opponents.

Jayden Omi (11) is stepping up and taking a leadership position in track and field this year. Omi is placed as one of the top ten track athletes in the state, and this year hopes to break the school records in both the 100m and 200m dash.

MSHS Track Ready to Impress

Zak Talbot, Reporter
March 15, 2018
Aniah Olsen (10) shoots a free throw. Olsen has been part of the varsity team during both of her years in high school.

Girls Basketball Falls to Rival St. Marys

Zak Talbot, Reporter
January 18, 2018
Announcements- November 6, 2017

Announcements- November 6, 2017

Zak Talbot, Reporter
November 6, 2017
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
NHS Annual Blood Drive Guidelines and Requirements

NHS Annual Blood Drive Guidelines and Requirements

Zak Talbot, Reporter
October 13, 2017
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[Photo] Announcements- October 6th, 2017

Allie Robbins, Senior Reporter
October 6, 2017
The Mustangs get set for the upcoming play. Throughout the game the Mustangs continued to be prepared for the Pirates plays.

Football Victorious in Homecoming Game

Zak Talbot, Reporter
October 2, 2017
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[Photo] MSHS Football Remains Optimistic After Defeat

Anela Wright, Senior Reporter
September 21, 2017
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
Jayden Omi (11) makes a reception while holding off a defender. Although St. Mary's made the first touchdown of the night, Manitou caught up fast by scoring two touchdowns before halftime.

MSHS Football Team Secures Win Over St. Mary’s

Zak Talbot, Reporter
September 13, 2017
Kaitlyn Cashdollar (11), Aubrey Hall (12) and Jessica Moen (staff), inform people about the purpose and goal of the Gay Straight Transgender Alliance (GSTA). This year they are participating in events such as Urban Peak's Night Out to End Youth Homelessness and Day of Silence.

Annual Club Carnival Gets Students Involved

Anela Wright, Senior Reporter
September 8, 2017
Lizzy Butts (10), Parker Hall (10), Mia Heiniger (9), Jayden Omi (11), Sage Stevens (12) and Coco Stevens (10) gather around a fire to converse and cook hot dogs in the evening. "The (StuCo) retreat was an incredible opportunity to get to know each other," Sage Stevens said.

Manitou Springs High School Clubs Focus on Collaboration

Sita Ahlen, Yearbook Editor
August 20, 2017
Junior Varsity Football Team to Advance to Playoffs

Junior Varsity Football Team to Advance to Playoffs

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
November 8, 2016
Cross Country Excels at Coronado Cougar Classic Meet

Cross Country Excels at Coronado Cougar Classic Meet

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
September 27, 2016
Boys Golf will Advance to State

Boys Golf will Advance to State

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
September 22, 2016
Henschel talks about her experience as a StuCo member

Manitou Seniors Receive Local Scholarship

Anela Wright, Reporter
May 24, 2016

Sound Nook Session: Olivia Briggs-Hale Shows Singing Talent

Kaitlyn Cashdollar and Anela Wright
May 20, 2016
Olivia McKenna (9) shoots during the second half of the game, very narrowly missing the goal. McKenna has been playing soccer since she was in elementary school.

Freshman Soccer Players Make Impact

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
May 19, 2016
The seniors line up to be told things Leve thinks are great about them (Meghann Root)

Band Performs Last Concert of Year

Anela Wright, reporter
May 12, 2016
Jane Goodall bonding with a Chimpanzee in Africa

Editorial: Animals Used as Entertainment are Continuously Abused

Anela Wright, Reporter
May 10, 2016
Girls' Soccer Wins League

Girls’ Soccer Wins League

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
May 6, 2016
Sophomores, Paxton Wolfe and Braeden Lewis, play their first song during the performance. Three judges sat in the auditorium, and very few people sat in the audience.

Manitou Band Earns “Excellent” Rating at CHSAA Festival

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
May 4, 2016
The new executive board of Stuco for the 2016-2017 year: Lily Reavis (11), Monique Heiniger (11) and Amelia McKenzie (11). Not Pictured: Andrea Edwards (11).

Student Body Executive Board Members Announced

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
April 26, 2016
"The Breakfast Club" Celebrates 30th anniversary

“The Breakfast Club” Celebrates 30th anniversary

Anela Wright, Reporter
April 11, 2016
Off to class at MSHS

Schedule Change on Friday

Anela Wright, Reporter
April 4, 2016
Freshman Friday: Quinn Hersey Makes Memories

Freshman Friday: Quinn Hersey Makes Memories

Sita Ahlen and Mia Elliott
April 2, 2016
Naiya Budler (10) runs at a State race. Budler has been running since her freshman year, and aspires to continue.

Students Participate in Winter Series

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
March 18, 2016
Editorial: Honor Roll Analysis Reveals Average Statistics, but Causes Aren't Obvious

Editorial: Honor Roll Analysis Reveals Average Statistics, but Causes Aren’t Obvious

Anela Wright, Reporter
March 14, 2016

Freshman Friday: Tyler Doherty talks Theatre, Swim

Sita Ahlen and Mia Elliott
March 4, 2016

Murdock, 8-Season Cheerleader, Retires from Manitou Cheer

Anela Wright, Reporter
March 3, 2016
Maddy Frahm (11) and Shelby Megyeri (11) are both key players on this year's varsity basketball team, and have both been playing basketball since elementary school.

Winter Sports Profile: Maddie Frahm and Shelby Megyeri End Vigorous Season

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
February 25, 2016
"Think Tank" Club Up and Running

“Think Tank” Club Up and Running

Anela Wright, Reporter
February 23, 2016
Abby Beebe: Mentor and Manager of the Stage

Abby Beebe: Mentor and Manager of the Stage

Sita Ahlen, Mia Elliott, and
February 20, 2016
Meet February's "Mustangs of the Month"

Meet February’s “Mustangs of the Month”

Anela Wright, Reporter
February 9, 2016
Meet January's "Mustangs of the Month"

Meet January’s “Mustangs of the Month”

Anela Wright, Reporter
February 7, 2016
The team poses for a photo after winning Tri-Peaks League. Coach Roy Chaney said that this is possibly the best swim and dive team Manitou Springs High School has ever had.

Girls’ Swim Places First at League

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
February 7, 2016
Mia Elliot (12) and Ariel Palaia (12) work in Mrs. Stoneback's room on a Student Council project

Announcements – January 28, 2016

Anela Wright, Reporter
January 29, 2016
Atticus Fredrickson (11), at weight 182, wrestling against Peyton

Loss Against Peyton for Wrestling Team

Sarah Bogush and Sita Ahlen
January 28, 2016
Girls' Swim Excels in Recent Meet

Girls’ Swim Excels in Recent Meet

Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
January 28, 2016
Heather Renne and Mackenzie Erpelding taking a test in Mrs. Gardner's first block geometry class.

Announcements – January 26, 2016

Anela Wright, Reporter
January 27, 2016
Concrete Couch Inspires Students to Build Fence

Concrete Couch Inspires Students to Build Fence

Anela Wright, Reporter
January 26, 2016
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[Photo] A Chip Off the Old Block : An Editorial about the Block Schedule

Sarah Bogush, Reporter
January 22, 2016
This weeks lab was called "whatever floats your boat"

Nishimoto takes over for Kemp in Science Classes

Lizzy Anderson and Anela Wright
January 21, 2016
Hardworking Hockey Players Balance School and Sports

Hardworking Hockey Players Balance School and Sports

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
January 21, 2016
Review: The Force Awakens

Review: The Force Awakens

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
January 5, 2016
Seniors, Maddie Dayhoff and Sami Williams chat as they donate blood.

Annual Blood Drive Comes to End

Sita Ahlen, Senior Writer
December 8, 2015
Annual Holiday Craft Fair is Near

Annual Holiday Craft Fair is Near

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
December 3, 2015
Manitou StuCo representatives present a few sentences revolving around driver safety.

Annual Drive Smart Assembly Encourages Students

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
November 19, 2015
Sawyer Schroeder (10), Alliah Halcomb (10) and Bryce Coop (11) hug it out during the end of the assembly.

Freshman, Derek Ornelas and Jake Underwood await the end of the assembly.

Palmer students present their lines in the dark gym.

Focusing on trying to beating University the girls work hard.

Volleyball Places 7th in Division

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
November 18, 2015
Shelby Hard (12) looks through the new computerized telescope.

New Astronomy Club Hosts Stargazing Event

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
November 16, 2015
Matt Rivera (11) and Luke Ganger (12) fight on-stage about the marriage between their children.

Review: Servant of Two Masters Finishes Production

Sita Ahlen and Bella Galardo
November 13, 2015
Pictured from left to right, Taylor Holladay (12), Erin Ihrig (11) , Allie Washington (11) , Alyssa Holladay (10), Shelby Hard (12), Amanda Nagel (10), and Kylie McKee (11).

Alyssa Holladay, (10), Amanada Nagle (10) and Kylie McKee (11) work at a station talking about constellations.

Mr.Barger, works on the new telescope as Shelby Hard (12) and Taylor Holladay (12) wait to head home.

Talented Band Students Play in Honor Band Concert

Talented Band Students Play in Honor Band Concert

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
November 12, 2015
District 14 awarded by win on 3B

District 14 awarded by win on 3B

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
November 5, 2015
Ehrin Aycock (11) listens intently to Krona Emmanuel (11), who presents on Pakistan.

Language Night Pulls Large Crowd

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
November 5, 2015
Manitou Student Creates Black Student Union Club

Manitou Student Creates Black Student Union Club

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
October 29, 2015
The Force Awakens and so do Our Hopes for New Star Wars Movie

The Force Awakens and so do Our Hopes for New Star Wars Movie

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
October 23, 2015
Kind of a B16 Deal: Manitou's Newest Wave of Eligible Voters

Kind of a B16 Deal: Manitou’s Newest Wave of Eligible Voters

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
October 21, 2015
Manitou Students Create Documentaries in Film Academy

Manitou Students Create Documentaries in Film Academy

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
October 20, 2015
Mustangs Triumph Over Huskies in Homecoming Thriller

Mustangs Triumph Over Huskies in Homecoming Thriller

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
October 14, 2015
Freshmen pose for a photo wearing their groovy outfits.

Totally Tubular: Students Dress up for 80’s day

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
October 6, 2015
Editorial: Donald Trump more like Donald Dump

Editorial: Donald Trump more like Donald Dump

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
September 29, 2015
Star players on the volleyball team, Brooke Garretson and Angala Jensen, are both seniors this year.

Fall Sports Profile: Volleyball’s Garretson and Jensen Still Seek to Improve

Sita Ahlen, Senior Reporter
September 25, 2015
Max Piccioni (10) and Spencer Briggs-Hale remove their most recent catch from the net.

[Photo] Biology Bug Project 2015

Lizzy Anderson, Senior Reporter
September 18, 2015
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