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SHS’ Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Policy

Rebecca Pyun, Sports Editor May 29, 2024

Harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) is characterized by any intentional gesture whether it is electronic, verbal, or physical that is meant to harm another person. Steilacoom High School has a...

Current SHS Attendance Secretary Kris Tinsley and Sharon Larson embrace.

Larson to Retire after 30 Years in the District

Noelle Reger, Editor-in-Chief May 29, 2024

After over 30 years of working in the Steilacoom Historical School District, SHS office coordinator Sharon Larson is saying goodbye this year as she enters a well-earned, restful retirement.  Larson...

New Student Store coming Fall 2024

Changes Coming to SHS

Arianna Armiger, News Editor May 29, 2024

Murals Principal Jake Tyrrell explains the inspiration behind the addition of student-painted murals, stating “there are lots of white walls, but so many student ideas.” This idea started with filling...

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Susan Anderson, Rotary’s Student of the Year

Noelle Reger, Editor-in-Chief May 9, 2024

Senior Susan Anderson was recognized as Student of the Year by the Rotary Club of Lakewood, alongside several other students from Lakes High School, Clover Park High School and Harrison Preparatory School....

Above is a graph depicting the most popular colleges and universities for SHS seniors. Pierce college is the top choice for the campus location and price.

Where are your Peers Attending College?

Arianna Armiger, News Editor May 9, 2024

As graduation season approaches, decisions on where to go to college are being made for many high school seniors. Seventy-nine SHS seniors responded to a survey asking what college they plan to attend...

Dill has been a friendly face around campus and continues to make an impact on his students and the school.

What a Thrill for Mr. Dill

Arianna Armiger, News Editor May 7, 2024

SHS English Teacher Mr. Micah Dill received the title of Teacher of the Year from the Lakewood Rotarians. The Lakewood Rotary Club asked administrators around the district to nominate a teacher from each...

Pioneer Middle School Hosts SteillyCon 2024

Pioneer Middle School Hosts SteillyCon 2024

Andre Orozco, Layout Editor May 7, 2024

On April 24, Pioneer hosted the annual SteillyCon for the community and the school district to enjoy. Costumes were heavily encouraged at the event, with the main focus being “Star Wars” themed, however...

Sophomore Olivia Ritter and junior Luke Ewers pose with their photos and awards from the Washington State Spring Fair Junior/Senior High Art Show. Ewers cheers after learning he had also won a $100 prize for placing first in the entire photography competition. Ritter took home $50 for placing second overall.

SHS Students Win State Fair Photography and Art Contests

Arianna Armiger, News Editor April 26, 2024

Junior Luke Ewer’s piece “Mind Games'', which depicts a black and white photo of a chess match earned him a $100 cash prize. Ewers states how placing first in the entire competition was such a proud...

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