The Sage Informer

Category: Student Life

  • Don’t miss “May We All”: a fun and heartfelt musical

    The cast and crew of May We All have been working hard to bring this year’s musical to life, and it’s almost time for audiences to see it all come together! With well-known country songs, exciting dance numbers, and an emotional story, this show has something for everyone. Senior Cal Knittle, who plays Joe, shared…

  • Craft Calls a Change Up

    Eli Craft’s winter plans have been the same since he was in fourth grade. He spent many weeknights and even long weekends traveling to basketball. It was a sport he found himself very fond of and also quite good at. This year, however, things are looking a little different for the Monticello senior.  At the…

  • A Glimpse into Student Fashion

    Fashion is a constantly changing industry, influenced by cultural shifts, personal preferences, and old trends. But overall it’s really just personal preference, you might love something that other people hate or vice versa, MHS is no different. Senior Lily Spainhour’s favorite fashion trend is the oversized sweatshirt paired with leggings. She loves this outfit, as…

  • FFA Creates Valentine’s Day Bouquets

    FFA is back at it again! For the past few weeks, FFA has been taking orders from students to create a beautiful bouquets for their special someones in honor of Valentine’s Day. Ag teacher Mrs. Rost said, “Two years ago the Boka Shoppe was closed on Valentine’s Day so we had a big community sale,…

  • Eagles soar, Chiefs fall: Students share their thoughts on Super Bowl LIX

    On Sunday, February 9th, the Eagles stunned the two-time defending Super Bowl champions, the Chiefs. With a final score of 40-22 in favor of the Eagles, quarterback Jalen Hurts and his defense proved to the world how good they really are. Students at MHS have been sure to share their joy of the Chiefs’ loss…

  • The controversy between Stanleys and Owalas

    Everyone knows the top water bottles right now are Stanleys and Owalas. These water bottles are very different from each other in their own way, but how do people really feel about them? Do people actually like them? Are they just doing it for the trend? More importantly, which one is the best? Junior Julia…

  • Why do students enlist in the military?

    Many students across the country make the choice to enlist in the military after graduating. The main question other people have for these students is, “Why?” Monticello seniors, Audrey Shore and Bryan Koon, are willing to share their reasons. Senior Audrey Shore said, “I have wanted to join the military ever since I started thinking…

  • Poetry Out Loud

    Poetry Out Loud is something new that’s been introduced to MHS. Students read a poem out loud to their peers; it’s a way to express their feelings and emotions through a beautiful speech. Mr. Crowhurst, the sponsor of the Creative Writing Club, said, “Poetry, to me, is our souls speaking. It’s different from traditional literature…

  • CEO students develop new holiday tradition

    The Grinch Chase 5k developed by the local Sangamon Valley CEO Program will take place at Robert Allerton Park (515 Old Timber Road in Monticello) on December 21, 2024 at 9 am. The CEO Program has members from local schools, such as Cerro Gordo, Bement, and Monticello. Senior member Gabby Block from Bement High School,…

  • Stresses with Wrestling and Cutting weight

    As the late fall turns to winter, the football pads get hung up and the wrestling mats get rolled out. The Sages wrestling team, coming off of an exciting 2023-24 season placing 4th in the Illinois Prairie Conference tournament returns some familiar faces this winter, and they are more than excited to get the season…