The Sage Informer

Category: Student Life

  • Seniors end their year with a sunset

    MHS seniors are in their last week of school, and they’re saying goodbye with a sunset. Seniors  met at the football field on Thursday, May 15th for pizza and sunset, a fitting end to what was started with senior sunrise in the first quarter.  Many seniors plan on meeting friends to remember their times together.…

  • Colton Vance shares his commitment to Augustana

    Colton Vance has been a staple in the Sages’ lineup since his sophomore year. The Sages’ first baseman has always been a reliable wrinkle in the order to come up with a big hit. His unique power tool has made him a feared hitter in the area and in the Illini Prairie Conference. Recently, Colton…

  • One month countdown: making the most of our last days of school

    As the countdown to summer begins, students at Monticello High School are feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety with just one month left in the school year. With the ACT behind them, many juniors are moving their focus to finals and AP tests. Junior Emma Juvinall shared, “After the ACT I’m preparing for finals!…

  • Senioritis setting in

    As the year comes to an end, senioritis is hitting in strong waves. Not only that, but also nostalgia as the seniors are beginning to realize their days together are dwindling down. Between the many lasts that are being faced and the realization that the future is just on the other side of the door,…

  • New Post Prom location creates mixed emotions

    As excitement builds for this year’s Post Prom, the decision to hold it at PreGame Sports Complex has stirred up a range of reactions among students. “I’m going to be on that dance floor, and I already know my calves are going to be hurting,” said Danielle Dasher with a laugh. “How can I jump…

  • Student-led One Acts

    The One Acts are in full swing at MHS. As seniors are busy with wrapping up their high school experience, some people have decided to direct small plays.  If you are curious about what the one acts are, senior Leah Killion described them as “…a show in the spring directed by the seniors … for…

  • MHS students share their Easter plans

    As the weekend approaches, MHS students are getting ready to enjoy a well-deserved break filled with family traditions, fun outings, and a touch of springtime relaxation. While the school year can be filled with academic pressures, extracurricular activities, and social obligations, holidays like Easter offer a chance to slow down and reconnect at home.  For…

  • The aftermath of the ACT

    On Wednesday, April 2nd, Monticello juniors experienced one of the most dreaded days of the year; the day of the ACT. For many, this is an extremely impactful and stressful day for 11th graders as college is in sight and scores are crucial. Our own MHS juniors reflected and shared how they felt regarding the…

  • Approaching the ACT

    On Wednesday, April 2nd, all MHS juniors took the ACT. For some students, it was their first time, but for others, it could have been their 2nd or 3rd time. The studying may continue for a few people, for there is another chance to take it 3 days later on Saturday, April 5th. One of…

  • MHS seniors enjoying the day off

    Monticello High School freshman through juniors had a long day of ACT testing on Wednesday, April 2nd. While that was taking place, most seniors were still asleep, in their warm cozy bed, due to seniors not having to take the test. Every year there is one day when every class except  for the seniors have…