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The Schaumburg siblings regroup after rehearsal Monday, Feb. 3.

Siblings in the Spotlight

Bringing Les Misérables to Life, Onstage and Backstage
Connor Riley, Podcaster February 5, 2025

For the Schaumburg siblings, the school's production of “Les Miserables” is more than just a play; it's a journey of discovery and connection. As they step onto the stage and into the world of theater,...

Uptown Cheapskate thrift store, St. Louis MO.

Thrifting Sustainably

Finding Style Without Fueling Overconsumption.
Cecilia Fazio, Reporter February 4, 2025

Of all clothing production, 92 million tons of textile waste end up in landfills each year. Thrifting is becoming an appealing option for consumers looking to shop sustainably.   Freshman Katherine...

Katherine Nguyen stands with her fellow high school intern and mentor. (Photo courtesy of Katherine Nguyen)

From Backpacks to Briefcases

Curriculum and Real-world Experiences Prepare Students for Life after School
Oliver Maher and Sritha Rathikindi January 31, 2025

Real-world courses and out-of-school opportunities are increasingly used to help students understand their future. “CTE is where [the] real world meets application,” CTE department chair Lauren...

Returning from an Eco field trip, eighth grade Arlo English eats at Burger King after a two hour delay due to a bus breakdown.

Culture Shock

A Student's Tale of Transition
Charlie Cheatham, Reporter January 24, 2025

As the new school year began, freshman Arlo English took a leap of faith, trading the cozy confines of The College School for the bustling halls. Despite the initial culture shock, English found his footing.  Though...

Pictured here is Dr. Jere Hochman's senior yearbook photo.

Paying It Forward

Alumni Dr. Jere Hochman uses his Clayton education to empower future generations
Noah Clement-Bayard, Reporter January 23, 2025

Alumni and Hall of Fame member Dr. Jere Hochman attended the Clayton School District, beginning his educational journey at Glenridge Elementary.  “I remember the name of every teacher I had because...

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes pose for a photo at the front lawn of one of the leaders houses. The club members are food and played games. "It was really great to be able to talk and hangout with kids in the FCA outside of school. It felt nice talking to them and also having fun outside of a school environment," Cole Rideout said.

One Goal, One God, One Mission

The Fellowship of Student Athletes finds new methods of Outreach
Ella Kalachek, Reporter January 21, 2025

Every Tuesday after school, you'll find a group of students in a classroom or at a house sharing their love and passion for one thing: God. The group is called The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA),...

Sophomore Ellison Lutzeler and his family at a relatives wedding, at the Jewel Box, April 20. (photo courtesy of Ellison Lutzeler)

Embracing a Mixed Heritage

A mixed-race student finds strength in his family's history of overcoming adversity
Vera Ewing, Reporter January 16, 2025

Sophomore Ellison Lutzler, a student of mixed descent, has learned valuable lessons from the challenges faced by his Ethiopian grandmother and biracial mother. Through these family experiences, Lutzeler...

Sophomore Gabi Zielinska. (Photo courtesy of Gabi Zielinska)

From Poland to a New Life

Sophomore Gabriela Zielinska overcomes challenges and finds community
Cecilia Fazio, Reporter January 15, 2025

Sophomore Gabriela Zielinska never would have guessed that in a year, she would have completely uprooted herself and crossed the borders out of her home country, making the 13-hour flight to the U.S.  Zielinska...

The All-In Coalition marches in the 2022 Homecoming Parade. The students spent the morning decorating the car and threw out frisbees and candy in the parade. ¨[I wanted to] go to the parade [to] get to know everyone better and find common interests besides wanting to combat teen substance abuse,¨ freshman Olivia Lin (pictured left holding the banner) said.

All-In Director Lili Schliesser Moves On

The Impact and Future of All-In Coalition
Katherine M. Strait, Site Administrator January 14, 2025

In the heart of Clayton, a dedicated community is making waves in the fight against substance abuse. Led by Lili Schliesser, the All-In Coalition is not just a prevention program—it is a community of...

Zoe Baldwin plays at the Odyssey pre-collegiate concerto competition. At the winners competition, Baldwin played the Bach Triple. "It was fun to play with my friends in a triple [violin] concerto," Baldwin said. Photo Courtesy of Zoe Baldwin

Tuning Into Success

Sophomore Zoe Baldwin’s Violin Journey
Luke Jeans, Reporter January 13, 2025

University City sophomore Zoe Baldwin opted to attend Clayton High School after interacting with CHS students in music programs through the St. Louis Youth Orchestra. Baldwin felt that the orchestra program...

Freshman Berklie Dias stands in front of her juice shop Freshness in a Bottle.

Across State Lines, A Teen’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Thrives

14-year-old juggles school and juice bar ownership
Kyra Wigglesworth, Reporter January 10, 2025

ight green walls with fruit paintings, white ceilings and the smell of beeswax are what customers first see and smell as they enter Freshness in a Bottle, a juice bar on the Minnesota-Wisconsin border,...

Munirol (Runo) Islam lowers a bag into the dumpster outside the CTE hallway on a 43°F morning, Dec. 3. Islam encourages students to follow common courtesy and have respect for the school. "Work ethic is everything to me. I mean, you could have a very sharp knife, but if you don't use it, it's worthless," Islam said.

Beyond Positivity

How One Man's Attitude Helps Shape School Culture
Claire Linnenbringer, Reporter January 9, 2025

f you have ever happened to get to school very early you might feel like you are the only person in the building, but you would probably come across Munirol Islam walking the halls in a navy blue outfit...

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