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Continue reading →: Harvest Fest Bringing Out the Best In Everyone
Harvest Fest wrapped up on the 21st of November in the form of a huge banquet. The traditional event, which includes student speeches and a pie auction, has been long standing corner stone of Monticello’s FFA because it has so many benefits. FFA president Braxton Tharp said “I would say…
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Continue reading →: How are the staff at MHS spending their fall break?
As fall break quickly approaches, it’s apparent that everyone is ready for it. However, it’s possible that the people most in need of a break here at MHS is the staff. After their hard work to keep everything and everyone in line, they need this break more than anyone. Mrs.…
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Continue reading →: Football team advances in dominating fashion
For the first time since 2018, the Sages football team has advanced to the state quarterfinals. A convincing 42-14 victory over Williamsville has the team’s excitement through the roof. The Sages play their quarterfinal game vs Benton on home turf. Photo credit: Brady Ball “It was an amazing feeling lining…
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Continue reading →: The variety of teaching at MHS
Every year, students at MHS experience a range of teaching styles, as each teacher brings a unique approach to his or her classroom. Some teachers, like English teacher, Dr. Hendrickson, create a student-centered environment, while others, like math teacher, Mrs. Stetson, like a more structured and straightforward method. These teaching…
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Continue reading →: How Thespians face burnout and stress
It is not uncommon for MHS students to have multiple extracurriculars under their belt, but how do they do it all without burning out totally? When referring to the difficulties of balancing multiple overlapping activities junior Landon Culpepper—an active madrigal, choir member, AP student, and year-round thespian—stated, “There is not…
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Continue reading →: Wrapping up the first show of the year
The MHS thespians successfully wrapped up their fall production of Bugs, this past weekend. Many people were not sure what to expect of it. Junior Amara Fulton described the play, saying, “Bugs working together with elements of Greek comedy and the gods.” Senior Calvin Knittle added to the plot, “Bugs…
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Continue reading →: A new club at MHS unites students
Youth Alive is a new student-led christian club that was started, this year, by sophomore Taylor Mabry. The club’s goal is to educate and train young leaders to spread the love of Christ. Mabry felt called to start Youth Alive by God. She stated that, “Missionaries named Billie and Katie…
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Continue reading →: Derby closes historic season at state
Photo Credit: Jack Krumtinger Chatter emerged throughout MHS this past week as River Derby ran at Detweiller Park for the IHSA State Championship on Saturday. About qualifying for the State Championship in his senior season, Derby said, “It means a lot to me as I haven’t made it to state…
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Continue reading →: What Is The AAPPL Test And How Are Seniors Preparing For It?
The AAPPL test is taken by high school students to show their learning in a foreign language. Several students are taking the test in the next few weeks to earn their Spanish Seal of Biliteracy . Senior Audrey Shore states, “The AAPPL test is an online assessment of language learning.…
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Continue reading →: Red Ribbon Week at MHS
Every year in the month of October, MHS celebrates Red Ribbon Week, encouraging students to live drug-free lives. During this week, MHS students engage in a variety of activities designed to spread the message of staying drug-free and making healthy choices. Lifesavers worked hard to spread awareness throughout not only…
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