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Looking Towards The Future: The Girls Basketball team plays in first home opener

Addy Burris, Photographer
December 21, 2023
Addy Burris
Dribbling the ball, junior Kirston Verhulst looks to make a pass at the first home basketball game versus Liberty North. Verhulst was a member of the 2022 state championship team. The team is working towards returning to Salina this year for the state championship.
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Addy Burris
Running to the baseline, senior basketball captain Livi Shull takes a deep breath before the start of the game. “Our first home game added a little bit more pressure to all of us which gave us energy and excitement to play with,” Shull said “I am looking forward to all of our games, especially the bigger games just to see what we can do and to show everyone who we are with our new staff.”
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Senior Bella Franco helps decorate the Martina herd Christmas tree during the annual “Red Bag” event on Dec.5. During Red Bag, students adopt families from the Don Bosco Center and help provide essential items to families in need. “‘Red Bag’ gets all the community involved, and really makes us think more about what Christmas is really about,” Franco said. “This tradition is my favorite part , it has such deep meaning.”
Holiday Fun: Students give back to the community
Driving in for a layup, sophomore Liam Tesmer scores for the Stags at the boys basketball game against KC Central on Jan. 21. “I got lucky and was able to really get our team going,” Tesmer said. “As a team we are really hopeful for the rest of the season and everyone is really starting to find their role.”
In Full Swing: Boys and girls basketball teams maintain stamina mid-season
Keeping the spirit up, senior Emilia Buck grooves during the seventh and eighth-grade mixer. “I think all of us having fun helped the seventh and eighth graders,” Buck said. “We kept our energy at its best, so their energy would be high, and they would have a great time.”
Grooving to the Beat: Senior leadership encourages incoming classes
Senior Kirston Verhulst leads the girls volleyball team through the gym to celebrate their third consecutive state championship win. “I was a little bit nervous walking around the gym because there were a lot of people in there, but it was nice to see the support from everyone after we won,” Verhulst said. Verhulst has focused on leading the team by example, working hard to show the underclassmen how the team needs to play in order to win. “It was a pretty intense game, but our level of competitiveness really showed.”
Cheering On the Champions: Student athletes celebrate recent state championships with the school
Griffin Bloemker interview: With the work put in during practices, sophomore Griffin Bloemker has built up his ability to accelerate to first at the start of his race. “The training is the hard part, but the races make it worth it,” Bloemker said. “If you work and train hard enough, then races will be more satisfying and fun.”
Fired Up: Cross Country team starts the season off strong with their first meet
Greeted by the seniors, freshman Khi Allen walks up the red carpet at the freshmen welcome day filled with school spirit. “I was feeling a little bit nervous but also super excited at the same time to start a new school year,” Allen said. “There was a lot of school spirit that day, especially during the herd competitions, and the whole school is super spirited.”
A Spirited Start: Freshmen students are welcomed in for new beginnings on orientation day
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Describing himself as a frequent social media user, junior Devyn Davis shared his thoughts on how the American TikTok ban is being handled.
Scrolling Ceases - Students express thoughts on TikTok’s uncertain future
Seniors from the school are considering a variety of colleges to attend in the fall. A majority has committed to Kansas State and Kansas University.
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Social studies teacher Maggie Verscheldoen is pictured at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts with a range of the juniors and seniors in the class.
Gaining Culture through Choreography: New African American studies class attends ballet
According to a Statisca survey, the most common New Years resolutions include goals such as saving money, dieting, and managing how time is spent. Many students have set similar goals for themselves for personal development.
New Year, New Goals, New Life: Students strive for resolutions to bring about the best version of themselves
Recounting her journey of senior year, Ary Rodriguez discusses how having a strong relationship with God got her through hard times.
Leading Liturgy: Students take part in trend of becoming faith based leaders
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Senior Ellouise Sill plays at a field hockey game against Pembroke Hill. "Field hockey was great and I became really passionate about it, and our coaches are enthusiastic and encouraging which has made practices and games even more fun," Sill said. "I loved playing field hockey because I was able to be a part of such a remarkable team, and I made new memories with the new people I grew closer with."
New Beginnings: First girls’ field hockey team forms
Building Grit and Honor: New facility renovations fulfilled this summer
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Kicking Season into New Starts: Football team ambitions plan to bounce back towards goals
Design by Bella Dessert. Photo credit of Lindsay Franco and Emma Masters.
Triple Threat: Seniors share their college athletic commitments
Ready to steal the base, senior Kathryn Kolarik showcases her leadership. She has played club teams for much of her life and has competed for Miege since freshman year.
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