The Sage Informer

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  • Andrew Bledsoe splurges on a saxophone

    Recently, the band has been buzzing with rumors that senior Andrew Bledsoe spent his entire college fund on a saxophone. But how expensive could a saxophone really be? In a one-on-one interview, Bledsoe gave all the details people have been wondering about. For starters, what was the actual cost of the instrument? Bledsoe said the…

  • The Trials of Robin Hood: mystery and mischief hit the stage at MHS

    Forget the changing colors of leaves, and seasonal decor; this fall, all eyes were on the stage as the highly anticipated play, The Trials of Robin Hood, prepared to open. To truly understand the energy and creativity fueling the performance, it’s essential to hear from those working hard on stage, as well as those working…

  • Thanksgiving break for MHS students

    Excitement has been buzzing throughout the halls of MHS一Thanksgiving break is just around the corner, leaving students with a sigh of relief. Not only is it a pause from school and stressful classes, but it is also a time to spend with friends and family.  Students’ thoughts are currently consumed by the events and plans…

  • Traditions and pastimes for the class of 2026

    Senior year marks the end of one chapter and beginning of another, and the MHS senior class is celebrating every moment along the way.  Senior Maddie Bonds provided a look into her senior activities so far, saying, “I went to senior sunrise at the beginning of the year, and we had breakfast pizza and drinks,…

  • ACT prep homerooms required for all juniors

    The new ACT prep homerooms are helping students focus on getting ready to take the ACT.  According to junior Vivienne Bullwinkle, the homerooms could really work if students take them seriously. She said, “If you’re paying attention, you’ll most likely get a better score.” She also mentioned that two days of prep is enough since…

  • Softball open fields starting up

    With a week of good weather in mid-November, the senior softball players got together and created a plan to prepare for the upcoming season for an hour after school. The Sages got to work on many different aspects of softball, with both fielding and hitting. The leadership of the upperclassman has helped the underclassman get…

  • Possible cellphone ban at MHS

    Talk of a possible cellphone ban has spread like wildfire across MHS, and this news has students worried about what their future will look like without their reliable phones.  Many teachers, including Mrs. Cekander, are in favor of this possible decision. She shared, “I would support a cell phone ban at MHS.”  On the other…

  • Boys Basketball kicks off ’25-’26 season

    Since November 10th, the Monticello High School Boys Basketball Team has been underway with their ‘25-’26 season. After a difficult season last year, the Sages are ready and excited to improve. When tryouts came around, most of the boys were pumped for a fresh start. “I’m looking forward to playing with mostly players in my…

  • Preparation for the Lady Sages’ basketball season

    The Lady Sages are hitting the gym hard in preparation for this year’s basketball season, which began with tryouts on November 3rd. Head Coach, Seth Melton, mentioned, “These first couple weeks are really about trying to get into basketball shape and just hitting our fundamentals.” The key to success is not just in skill level,…

  • A place to belong: Youth Alive builds faith and friendship

    The Monticello High School’s Youth Alive club started the year off with a powerful message of faith and hope during their Monday meeting, drawing about 20 students together for worship, fellowship, and a shared devotion. Their mission? To strengthen their relationship with one another and God. While building strong relationships is one of Youth Alive’s…