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Supreme Court Judge Caleb Stegall speaks to the seniors of JCHS about his duties.

Two Prominent Kansas Judges Visit Seniors

Lexe West, Editor and Chief October 3, 2018

Two prominent Kansas Judges visited Junction City High School to discuss the judicial branch and the roles of the court in Kansas on September 24th, 2018 in Settles Auditorium. Supreme Court Justice...

New High School Floor Plans Release

New High School Floor Plans Release

Jacob Hermanson, Staff Writer August 31, 2018

The initial floor plans for the new high school being built in USD 475 have been released. The floor plans show the main building that features a main hall with separate wings for each academy branching...

Graduates of the class of 2018 prepare to recieve their diplomas at the commecement ceremony on May 19.

Class of 2018 Say Their Goodbyes at Commencement Ceremony

Morgan Deering, Staff Writer May 22, 2018

The class of 2018 celebrated their graduation commencement on Saturday, May 19. Due to potentially hazardous weather, the ceremony was moved from outside at Al Simpler Stadium to inside at Shenk Gymnasium. Principal...

Logan Roether drives the ball on May 3rd.

PHOTOS: Rolling Meadows Golf Tournament

SaDante Person, Staff Photographer May 8, 2018

The boys varsity golfing team hosted a golf tournament at Rolling Meadows on May, 3rd.

Students presented art at a silent auction to raise money for arts scholarships.

Student Art Auction

Lexe West, Staff Editor April 25, 2018

The schools within the Geary County school district all worked together to host a silent auction art gallery. The auction took place April 7th at the Junction City Opera House. Half of the money raised...

March For Our Lives Photo Gallery

March 15, 2018

The JCHS student walk-out occurred on Wednesday, March 14th in commemoration of the 17 students that were killed in the Parkland shooting, as well as bring awareness to school violence and mental health.  

The whole gang wanted a piece of the action all the while showing off their awards.

HOSA Competition Gallery

Sadante Person, Staff Photographer March 15, 2018

Students competed in the Health Occupation Students of America competition on February 27th and the 28th.  

Terrance Adeleye wrestled Bryce Westmoreland from Derby to compete for the third place medal.

Wrestlers Take On State

Lexe Wet, Staff Editor March 15, 2018

The strength of the wrestlers was tested at the Hartman Arena as they attended the 2018 State Wrestling Competition in Park City, KS. Seven wrestlers attended the tournament that took place February...

New Courses For 2018-2019 School Year

Owin Carreras and Ben Dye February 27, 2018

Here is a video showcasing the upcoming classes for the 2018-2019 Junction City High School Year. This video was directed and produced by Ben Dye and Owin Carreras.

Senior class competes against the sophomore class in a Tug-of-War compition.

PHOTOS: Homecoming Pep-Rally

Sadante Person, Staff Photographer February 23, 2018

On Friday, February 19th, 2018, JCHS had its annual Winter Homecoming Pep Rally. The Sophomores won the dance battle, following with the Juniors in 2nd, the Freshmen in 3rd, and the Seniors in 4th....

JCMS Receives Threat, No Danger Discovered

JCMS Receives Threat, No Danger Discovered

Morgan Deering, Staff Writer February 21, 2018

On Monday, February 19th, a threat was made by a student at Junction City Middle School. Following this threat, JCMS staff members met with the student and determined that it was not credible, but it was...

Junior Laura Campbell receives her academic excellence award at the academic banquet on Friday February 1st 2018.

Students Honored at Academic Banquet

Taryn Tanguay February 6, 2018

The Junction City High School Academic Banquet was held in Shenk Gym on Thursday, Feb. 1, to celebrate the success of students at the Career Academy Campus. Students and their families who attended...

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