The Student News Site of Bishop Miege

Bishop Miege Press
The Student News Site of Bishop Miege

Bishop Miege Press
The Student News Site of Bishop Miege

Bishop Miege Press
All content by Mary-Kathryn Wert
No Need to Cradle: Two juniors named All-Metro girls lacrosse

No Need to Cradle: Two juniors named All-Metro girls lacrosse

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Editor
May 16, 2023
On April 6, Miege hosted junior-led conferences for the first time in recent school history.

Planning Ahead: Juniors present their future aspirations

Alena Gillespie, Emma Lazarczyk, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
May 10, 2023
After graduating, students will attend a Catholic college to help strengthen their faith.

[Photo] Following the Faith: Seniors shift from Miege to Catholic colleges

May 11, 2023
After winning the Ursuline cup, the Rost herd celebrated with an ice cream truck on May 1.

[Photo] Rost with the Most: Rost herd wins the Ursuline cup

Alena Gillespie and Emma Lazarczyk
May 2, 2023
While technology is a prominent part of teens lives, there are habits to lessen the negative effects.

Behind the Screen: Screen time sees all-time high

Emma Lazarczyk and Mary-Kathryn Wert
December 20, 2022
As a symbol of her faith, principal Maureen Engen collects and distributes spiritual items.

Faith in Everything: Principal displays her faith through spiritual goods

Alena Gillespie and Mary-Kathryn Wert
April 20, 2023
With the rise of social media platforms, data shows the effects it has on users.

The Dark Side of Social Media: Students reflect on their social media habits

Alena Gillespie, Emma Lazarczyk, Natalie Martinez, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
April 19, 2023
Popular T.V. shows like Dateline increase the viewers interest, and spread information to a vast majority of people.

[Photo] Crime Time: Interest in true crime on the rise with media coverage

Elaina Gibson, Staff Writer
March 9, 2023
Posing for the camera, senior Daniel Larson holds a notebook he uses during tournaments.

Speak Up: Senior earns highest distinction for speech and debate

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Co-Print Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2023
Tips For the Future: Guidance counselor Elaine Schmidtberger's advice on college visits

Tips For the Future: Guidance counselor Elaine Schmidtberger’s advice on college visits

Alena Gillespie, Natalie Martinez, Emma Lazarczyk, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
February 10, 2023
Standing together, seniors Chloe Pennington and Allison Brentano visit Kansas State University in April. Brentano toured four colleges before deciding to attend Kansas State University.

Variety of Visits: Seniors explore their college options

Alena Gillespie, Natalie Martinez, Emma Lazarczyk, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
February 10, 2023
Touring Around: Seniors share the benefits of college tours

Touring Around: Seniors share the benefits of college tours

Alena Gillespie, Emma Lazarczyk, Natalie Martinez, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
February 10, 2023
Unconventional: Freshman shows creativity in the form of nail art

Unconventional: Freshman shows creativity in the form of nail art

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Co-Print Editor in Chief
January 21, 2023
According to junior Addy Burris "It is up to us as the consumers to choose if we use clean beauty products."

[Photo] Working From The Inside Out

Sally Panis, Features Editor
December 20, 2022
Holding a spirit sign, junior Ainsley Murray smiles at the crowd while participating in a cheer. The pep assembly hosted on Nov. 11 celebrated the boys soccer team's win at state, as well as the cheer and dance teams.

Stag Spirit: Miege celebrates soccer state title, cheer and dance

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2022
On Nov. 8, seniors who are 18 years old are able to vote for their first time. "I am looking forward to physically going and feeling like I'm contributing my voice to something important," senior Maria Nguyen said.

Off to the Polls: Seniors vote for the first time

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2022
Due to an increase in skipped detentions last school year, Dean of Students Alex Keith implemented Saturday detentions.

[Photo] Detention Deterrence: Saturday detentions keep students from skipping

Elaina Gibson, Staff Writer
November 4, 2022
Speaking to the crowd around her, junior Bianca Bair performs a monologue. She is playing the role of "Aunt Eller" in the musical. "I like how maternal she is," Bair said. "She is kind of sarcastic and witty, which I can definitely be at times."

Happy Halloween: Miege celebrates with pep assembly

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2022
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Stevie Wonder's album "Talking Book," senior Will Baska shares his thoughts about one of his favorite albums.

[Photo] Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of “Talking Book”

Will Baska, Staff Writer
October 27, 2022
As a freshman, Ashley Myers won regionals and placed 10th at 4A state. "I definitely see now why people told me to practice so much every day after school, because it has paid off,” Myers said.

[Photo] The Pressure Is On: Freshman Ashley Myers wins girls golf regionals and places 10th at state

Emma Lazarczyk, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 27, 2022
Greeted by the herd council, freshman Isabella Castillo-Ruiz enters the school during freshman welcome. Freshman welcome took place before freshman orientation on Aug.15, where students received their chromebooks and schedules. “It was exciting, but also scary starting new things,” Castillo-Ruiz said.

Stag Perspectives: August-September

Ana Gajewski, Natalie Martinez, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
October 18, 2022
Ready to play the game, the varsity football team rips through the “Stags Rock The House” banner during the Rockhurst game on Sept. 23. The Stags beat Rockhurst by seven points.

Rockin’ In Red: Highlights from football game against Rockhurst

Ana Gajewski, Emma Lazarczyk, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
October 18, 2022
Preparing for an upcoming tournament, freshman Ashley Myers and JV golf coach Dennis Mueller talk about tips for the driving range.

[Photo] Driving Up the Numbers: Girls golf team more than doubled since last year

Elaina Gibson, Staff Writer
October 14, 2022
Writing on a polyvinyl chloride pipe, senior Janella Corpin begins working on a frame for a Chiefs race car costume for the Walkin’ and Rollin’ organization. Corpin and other seniors are creating the costume as a way to earn service hours. Their first work day was held on Sept.17. “It was very hard since I was getting weaker the more I was cutting it,” Corpin said.

[Photo] Rollin’ With Axton: Seniors build costume for local boy in wheelchair

Jamie Weiss, Staff Writer
October 14, 2022
Check out these fast facts about student loan forgiveness and how they affect students today.

[Photo] Financial Relief: Students grapple with the cost of college tuition

Alena Gillespie, Web Editor-In-Chief
October 14, 2022
Displayed throughout the school hallways and classrooms, the 988 suicide hotline reminds students that there is help if they are struggling with mental health. The national hotline is open 24/7 and connects callers to trained counselors.

Call Now: A three-digit code could save a person’s life

Emma Lazarczyk, Alena Gillespie, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
September 30, 2022
Circled together, the Bohaty herd discusses topics as part of the Fully Alive program. Fully Alive helps with student's social and emotional well-being.

[Photo] Q&A with Dean of Students Alex Keith

Will Baska, Staff Writer
September 30, 2022
With 80's music playing, students create a mosh pit during the 80's mixer.

Blast from the Past: Students dress retro for 80s Mixer

Sophia Gassett and Mary-Kathryn Wert
August 26, 2022
Senior Sofie Hyde and Polly Ayala dance to the 'Cupid Shuffle' at the front of the dance floor.

Junior Isa Craig and sophomore Henry Holm show off their dance moves at the 80s Mixer. The playlist of the dance consisted of throwback songs from not only the '80s but the '00s as well.

Dressed up in neon spandex, senior Lexi Kurt dances across the room during the chorus of the 'Cha Cha Slide.'

Twirling and dancing from side to side. sophomores Zoey Turpin and Francesca Chaffee-McClure laugh together as they move.

Photos through time

Photos through time

Natalie Martinez, Emma Lazarczyk, Alena Gillespie, and Mary-Kathryn Wert
April 25, 2022
Side-by-side, sophomores Carly Kurt and Claire Wicker smile to represent their friendship together. Kurt and Wicker met in preschool and have maintained being friends in high school.

Significance of friendship: Long-term friends reflect on the journey of their relationships

Natalie Martinez, Emma Lazarczyk, Mary-Kathryn Wert, and Alena Gillespie
April 25, 2022
Beading Frenzy: Sophomore creates jewelry for her Etsy shop

[Video] Beading Frenzy: Sophomore creates jewelry for her Etsy shop

April 22, 2022
Academic Blues: Students face burnout returning to second semester workload

Academic Blues: Students face burnout returning to second semester workload

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Emma Lazarczyk, and Kellan O
March 3, 2022
Demonstrating the way to use a lacrosse stick, head coach Ross Dessert shows players tips to practice at the throw around on Jan. 29 and Jan. 30. “I hope to get everyone to fall in love with it.,” Dessert said.

[Photo] Sticking With It: Persistence leads to start of girls lacrosse team

Alena Gillespie, Features editor
March 3, 2022
Starting Strong: Girls basketball looks to repeat state performance

Starting Strong: Girls basketball looks to repeat state performance

Emma Lazarczyk, Alena Gillespie, Mary-Kathryn Wert, and Colin Batliner
February 27, 2022
Growing Together: 'Fully Alive' program focuses on non-academic aspects of students' lives

[Video] Growing Together: ‘Fully Alive’ program focuses on non-academic aspects of students’ lives

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Staff Writer
February 27, 2022
Junior Marialuna Schreiner Cintrón is a part of 29% of 157 students who are in favor of the dress code. According to Schreiner Cintrón, the dress code helps eliminate jealousy students may feel in school. "It helps because you're not distracted by who's wearing what," Schreiner Cintrón said.

Dress Code or No: Students compare their experiences with the uniform policy

Dress Code or No: Students compare their experiences with the uniform policy

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Alena Gillespie, Natalie Martinez, and Emma Lazarczyk
February 22, 2022
Focused on his music, senior Dawson Ribbey plays the flute at the Fall Concert on Oct. 20. The band performed first before the hand bell choir, Miege Singers, Treble Choir and Concert Chorale. “Performing with other people helps you feel safer and like you have security in case you mess up,” Ribbey said.

[Photo] Stag Perspectives

December 9, 2021
Plants from the school garden that the Nature Club plans to improve in the spring.

[Photo] Making a Change Through Nature: Science teacher helps students learn to value the environment

A'myrah Cheadle, Staff Writer
December 10, 2021
Posing for a photo, Mr. and Mrs. Verschelden smile together for the picture. This photo was taken while they were coaching at a Cross Country meet.

Thick As Blood: Family coaches lead cross country and tennis teams

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Design Editor
September 30, 2021
Lining up against the Rockhurst center, sophomore defensive lineman Arasto Sadeghi gets ready for the next play.

Rivalry Season: Miege plays against Rockhurst in rivalry game

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Design Editor
September 29, 2021
During her French III class, junior Addison Summers reads a letter from her pen-pal. Her pen-pal, Iman, introduced herself and talked about her life in Belgium.

Friends From Afar: French pen-pal program continues with upper-level classes

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Design Editor
September 24, 2021
On the Runway

On the Runway

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Staff writer
May 10, 2021
Stressed Out

Stressed Out

Mary-Kathryn Wert, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Junior Isabel Copeland logs into her computer during Newspaper.

[Photo] Junior connects her mental health to other struggles in her life

Isabel Copeland, Editor
May 6, 2021
RAISING THE CUP Martina herd executive Merrin O’Connor shows off the Ursuline Cup at the end of the senior awards ceremony on April 30. Martina was the winning herd of this year’s competitions.

[Photo] Stag Perspectives

May 10, 2021
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