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Elanor Fugate receives 2023 Merit Scholarship Semifinalist Award with Elizabeth Domangue, Anna Conrad, Mike Talbott, Benjamin Mack and Pierce Gillard by her side.
Breaking News: Fugate earns National Merit Semifinalist status
Weatherly Hall and Raymond McCaskey hug and celebrate after being crowned MSHS Prom King and Queen.
Hall and McCaskey voted Prom King and Queen
The 2022 STUCO Exec. Board Candidates, from top to bottom and left to right: Ava Christian (11), Luke Donegan (11), McKesson Rhodes (10), Kate Johnson (10), Liz Johnson (10), Emily Waite (11) and Kaley Moore (11).
Meet the 2022 StuCo exec. board candidates
StuCo members welcome staff and students back to school this fall in the parking lot. StuCo is active in the MSHS community.
Manitou Springs High School’s  student council earns top national award
With lower ticket prices and options for free tickets, students who found the cost for prom tickets prohibitive may now be able to attend prom.
Breaking News: Prom committee lowers ticket prices
Finian Dufford (12) is an aspiring filmmaker who has other interests in theatre, art and photography.
Finian Dufford’s film nominated for Best Documentary
Procrastination has become a more common pattern in students since Covid and teachers find students are now going on their phones more.
COVID-19 long-term effects on MSHS
The Kendama Club celebrates the success of their first meeting. Meetings are held every Friday during advisory in Mr. Housleys room.
New Kendama Club takes over MSHS
Both the boys and girls Cross Country teams relax at their campsite after an intense race.
Mustang Cross Country builds a strong team
The Key Club haunted pumpkin patch committee meets to brainstorm ideas. The Haunted House will take place on Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. in the commons at MSHS.
MSHS Key Club anticipates third annual haunted house
Luke Donegan (12) is a strong team leader on the Manitou Springs High School Wrestling team.
2022 Winter Sports Preview: Wrestling
Lairden Rogge (12), John Maynard (12), Andrew Rhodes (12) and Tyler Maloney (12) are four of the team leaders that have played on the Manitou Springs High School Boys Basketball since freshman year.
2022 Winter Sports Preview: Boys’ Basketball
Tyler Parrett (12), Sophie Hymen (12), Grace McCumber (12), Delaney Bartko (12) and Theron Heim (12) are all seniors that have been on the Manitou Springs High School Swim and Dive Team since their freshman year.
2022 Winter Sports Preview: Girls’ Swim and Dive
Tyler Maloney (12), number five in a group, hug by his teammates after his final Manitou a touchdown in the final seconds of the game against Lamar.
MSHS Senior Nights
Kaleena Jones (12), Grace Allen (12) and Sami Benge-Kulzer (12) are the only three seniors that have continuously played on the Manitou Springs High School girls basketball team for their whole high school career.
2022 Winter Sports Preview: Girls’ Basketball
Lancali’s self-published debut novel, I Fell in Love with Hope by Lancali
Book of the month – November: I Fell in Love with Hope
The recycling symbol is iconic as a symbol of renewability and reusability all throughout the world.
Environmental Club brings recycling to MSMS, MSES, and UPES
The Manitou Springs High Schools football field being forked by Woodland Park High School students before a basketball game in 2021.
Woodland Park’s one-sided rivalry
Manitou Springs High School students sign MSHS in American Sign Language.
Should there be ASL classes at MSHS?
MSHS students gear up for voter registration for the week of Oct. 3
Editoral: Voter Registration
Letter to the editor
Letter to the editor
Letter to the editor
Letter to the editor
Letter to the editor
Wendell and Wild was released on Netflix on Oct. 28 and has a run time of one hour and forty-five minutes.
Review: Wendell & Wild
At the end of the show, the characters celebrated Beowulf and Gunborg defeating Grendels mother.
MSHS performed their fall play: “Beowulf (and the Bard)”
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
Henry White (12) in the play Our Town that was performed in the fall of 2021.
Henry White leaves his mark on MSHS theater
Sophomore Kai Jacobson plays Wordle every day. I had a streak of 75 until I lost it 15 days ago, he said.
Wordle builds community
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
Koda Oxford (12) poses with the Theater Buffet announcement.
Theater is back with Theater Buffet
Theaters end?
Theater’s end?
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
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
Wendell and Wild was released on Netflix on Oct. 28 and has a run time of one hour and forty-five minutes.
Review: Wendell & Wild
Fighting the boss Stone Digger Troll is one exciting part of Elden Ring. The Troll has a really large club and is made up of rocks and boulders. The Troll is found in the Limgrave tunnels. The Trolls weakness is holy damage.
Review: Elden Ring
The Batman came out March 4, and has a run time of three hours and fifty-six minutes.
Review: The Batman
Matrix Resurrections will be playing in theaters through the end of January.
Review: “Matrix Resurrections”
The Mason Jar on Colorado Ave in Colorado Springs offers delicious food and great service.
Review: The Mason Jar
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Spring Sports Preview: Track and Field

Spring Sports Preview: Track and Field

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

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

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

September 20, 2019
Baseball Victorious in Opening Day Game

Baseball Victorious in Opening Day Game

March 19, 2019
Manitou Baseball in Full Swing as Tryouts Begin

Manitou Baseball in Full Swing as Tryouts Begin

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

January 15, 2019
Boys Soccer Ends the Season with Annual Banquet

Boys’ Soccer Ends the Season with Annual Banquet

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

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

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

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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.

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

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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

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

January 18, 2018
Announcements- November 6, 2017

Announcements- November 6, 2017

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”

November 6, 2017
NHS Annual Blood Drive Guidelines and Requirements

NHS Annual Blood Drive Guidelines and Requirements

October 13, 2017
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[Photo] Announcements- October 6th, 2017

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

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

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

September 15, 2017
Jayden Omi (11) makes a reception while holding off a defender. Although St. Marys 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

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 Peaks Night Out to End Youth Homelessness and Day of Silence.

Annual Club Carnival Gets Students Involved

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

August 20, 2017
Junior Varsity Football Team to Advance to Playoffs

Junior Varsity Football Team to Advance to Playoffs

November 8, 2016
Cross Country Excels at Coronado Cougar Classic Meet

Cross Country Excels at Coronado Cougar Classic Meet

September 27, 2016
Boys Golf will Advance to State

Boys Golf will Advance to State

September 22, 2016
Henschel talks about her experience as a StuCo member

Manitou Seniors Receive Local Scholarship

May 24, 2016

Sound Nook Session: Olivia Briggs-Hale Shows Singing Talent

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

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

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

Editorial: Animals Used as Entertainment are Continuously Abused

May 10, 2016
Girls Soccer Wins League

Girls’ Soccer Wins League

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

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

April 26, 2016
The Breakfast Club Celebrates 30th anniversary

“The Breakfast Club” Celebrates 30th anniversary

April 11, 2016
Off to class at MSHS

Schedule Change on Friday

April 4, 2016
Freshman Friday: Quinn Hersey Makes Memories

Freshman Friday: Quinn Hersey Makes Memories

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

March 18, 2016
Editorial: Honor Roll Analysis Reveals Average Statistics, but Causes Arent Obvious

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

March 14, 2016

Freshman Friday: Tyler Doherty talks Theatre, Swim

March 4, 2016

Murdock, 8-Season Cheerleader, Retires from Manitou Cheer

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

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

February 25, 2016
Think Tank Club Up and Running

“Think Tank” Club Up and Running

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

Abby Beebe: Mentor and Manager of the Stage

February 20, 2016
Meet Februarys Mustangs of the Month

Meet February’s “Mustangs of the Month”

February 9, 2016
Meet Januarys Mustangs of the Month

Meet January’s “Mustangs of the Month”

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

February 7, 2016
Mia Elliot (12) and Ariel Palaia (12) work in Mrs. Stonebacks room on a Student Council project

Announcements – January 28, 2016

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

Loss Against Peyton for Wrestling Team

January 28, 2016
Girls Swim Excels in Recent Meet

Girls’ Swim Excels in Recent Meet

January 28, 2016
Heather Renne and Mackenzie Erpelding taking a test in Mrs. Gardners first block geometry class.

Announcements – January 26, 2016

January 27, 2016
Concrete Couch Inspires Students to Build Fence

Concrete Couch Inspires Students to Build Fence

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

January 22, 2016
This weeks lab was called whatever floats your boat

Nishimoto takes over for Kemp in Science Classes

January 21, 2016
Hardworking Hockey Players Balance School and Sports

Hardworking Hockey Players Balance School and Sports

January 21, 2016
Review: The Force Awakens

Review: The Force Awakens

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

Annual Blood Drive Comes to End

December 8, 2015
Annual Holiday Craft Fair is Near

Annual Holiday Craft Fair is Near

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

Annual Drive Smart Assembly Encourages Students

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

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

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Palmer students present their lines in the dark gym.

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Focusing on trying to beating University the girls work hard.

Volleyball Places 7th in Division

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

New Astronomy Club Hosts Stargazing Event

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

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).

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

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

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Talented Band Students Play in Honor Band Concert

Talented Band Students Play in Honor Band Concert

November 12, 2015
District 14 awarded by win on 3B

District 14 awarded by win on 3B

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

Language Night Pulls Large Crowd

November 5, 2015
Manitou Student Creates Black Student Union Club

Manitou Student Creates Black Student Union Club

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

October 23, 2015
Kind of a B16 Deal: Manitous Newest Wave of Eligible Voters

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

October 21, 2015
Manitou Students Create Documentaries in Film Academy

Manitou Students Create Documentaries in Film Academy

October 20, 2015
Mustangs Triumph Over Huskies in Homecoming Thriller

Mustangs Triumph Over Huskies in Homecoming Thriller

October 14, 2015
Freshmen pose for a photo wearing their groovy outfits.

Totally Tubular: Students Dress up for 80’s day

October 6, 2015
Editorial: Donald Trump more like Donald Dump

Editorial: Donald Trump more like Donald Dump

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

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

[Photo] Biology Bug Project 2015

September 18, 2015
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