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#JCNameThatMascot

Rachel Soh April 23, 2015

Junction City High School is finally getting our mascot back! But we don't have a name for the mascot, so we're asking you create a name for the mascot. You can suggest a name by hashtagging on twitter...

Christina Brunton places in FBLA State Competition

Christina Brunton places in FBLA State Competition

Rachel Soh, Student Reporter April 23, 2015

Future Business Leaders of America is a club in Junction City High School sponsored by Mr. Holborn. This club incorporates students testing their business skills and knowledge in events held in conferences...

Need to Vent? Check out this free app

Need to Vent? Check out this free app

Rachel Soh, Blue Jay Update April 17, 2015

Sometimes it's hard to reach a friend or a family member, or it's just uncomfortable to talk to someone when you know they might not approve. The app called "Vent" is a social media app that lets you vent...

Another Ferguson? Walter Scott Case

Another Ferguson? Walter Scott Case

Juan Santillan, Staff Writer April 13, 2015

Walter Scott, Father of four children and a Veteran of the United States Coast Guard, was killed and shot multiple times in the back - by North Charleston, S.C., police officer Michael Slager last weekend....

New Emoji Keyboard

New Emoji Keyboard

Madison Moore, Staff Writer April 13, 2015

Technology today is advancing at a rapid rate. It's hard to find a person who doesn't own a smartphone. With Apples not so recent release of the iPhone 6 they've been releasing updates almost back to back....

Are You Up to Date?

Are You Up to Date?

Sierra Chase, Writer April 13, 2015

Seniors it is nearly that long awaited time of our senior year where we can literally say: I'M OUT OF HERE! But, between studying for tests, college preparations, work, scholarships, or just life, a lot...

Stunkel to Compete in National American Miss Competition

Stunkel to Compete in National American Miss Competition

Juan Santillan, Staff Writer/ Photographer April 10, 2015

Not all pageants are about glitz and glam. Samantha Stunkel, a sophomore at Junction City High School has qualified to partake in the National American Miss contest. The National American Miss Pageant...

Diversity in Junction City

Diversity in Junction City

Rachel Soh, Student Reporter April 7, 2015

Junction City High School is unlike most high schools in Kansas. Over half of the students are a different race in Junction City and it is a very diverse community. The diverse community in the high school...

iPhone Hacks that will change your life

iPhone Hacks that will change your life

Rachel Soh, BlueJay Updater April 7, 2015

To all of the iPhone users in the school! Here are some awesome tips and tricks that every iPhone users shouldn't miss out on. 1. Put your phone on airplane mode when you charge it. This will make your...

Prom Dress Guide

Prom Dress Guide

Andrea Domek, Staff Writer March 9, 2015

Prom is one of the most anticipated events of the year for juniors and seniors. Unfortunately, the cost of prom can be a bit expensive for girls. Luckily, there are a few ways to get a fancy prom dress...

National Honors Society: More than just an honor roll

Courtney McQuay, Staff Writer March 5, 2015

The National Honors Society is a nationwide organization dedicated to recognize students who have proven their excellence with respectably good grades as well as abilities in areas such as scholarship,...

News about the Robotic Class

Sofia Casas, Staff Writer March 3, 2015

Mr. Shubert teaches technical and mechanical drafting, Robotics, and Intro to industrial technology. Mr. Shubert decided to instruct the Robotic class because he enjoyed robotics when he was in high school....

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