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Continue reading →: Sages continue in postseason
The sages won their first playoff game against DuQuoin 49-20. The Sages look to keep their season alive this week in what will be a great game against Williamsville. The Sages will be led by a heavy senior class, including starting quarterback Ike Young. “I’m looking forward to making a…
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Continue reading →: Sages voting at the polls
2024 marks another presidential election, and this year, many high school seniors had the opportunity to have their voice heard for the first time. Seniors with a birthday before election day, Tuesday, November 5, were able to vote. In order to prepare for the election, senior Connor Kuntz said, “I…
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Continue reading →: Volleyball seniors say a final goodbye
Under the bright gym lights and the cheers of devoted fans, Monticello Volleyball senior night marked a bittersweet ‘last hurrah’ for graduating players towards the end of October, celebrating years of dedication, teamwork, and unforgettable memories on the court. As the season winded down, senior night brought a special celebration,…
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Continue reading →: How Monticello High School students are handling college applications
A new school year is underway, with a brand new senior class, and this means that there is a looming wave of college applications that need to be filled out. Conner Kuntz and Aliyah Ellison, two seniors in the class of 2025, have begun the long application process, hoping to…
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Continue reading →: The first round of playoffs against Duquoin
The excitement was very noticeable around MHS last week, since Monticello hosted a playoff football game against DuQuoin on Saturday, November 2nd. As the game got closer, many people were looking forward to watching Monticello football play in the playoffs. Senior Andrew Neef said, “I’m just pumped to see Monticello…
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Continue reading →: No one fights alone: MHS spreads awareness and raises support during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Photo Credits: Mrs. Stetson and Aili Strand During the month of October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, MHS makes a great effort to give back to both Paint Piatt Pink (PPP) and Kirby Medical Center, while unifying the community. Many clubs and athletic teams participate in fun and supportive…
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Continue reading →: What a way to finish the season
IHSA Golf State saw two familiar faces from Monticello this past Friday and Saturday, (October 18-19) in Andrew Neef and Maddux Quick. The two seniors qualified for state as individuals on October 7 with a 71 from Quick, and a 74 from Neef at UofI Golf Course (Orange), with Quick…
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Continue reading →: Nightmare at Fox Hill: a haunted house review
Make sure to eat your apples; the Fox Hill haunted hospital is filled with demented doctors ready for your appointment. As their 10th year of operation, Nightmare at Fox Hill includes over 25 scenes to make it through, creating a popular attraction that presents a fun way to celebrate spooky…
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Continue reading →: Freshman adjust at MHS on first week of school
Freshmen Emily Matthews, Sloan Blickenstaff, Dustin McCleary, and Aiden Komnick talked about how their first week of adjusting from middle school to high school was, including their favorite classes, and what their favorite thing was so far. The most favorite class by this freshman group is FACS class. Both Komnick…
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Continue reading →: Varsity volleyball completes Jim Risley’s obstacle course
As fall sports began, the Sages varsity volleyball team went to Jim Risley’s obstacle course in Mahomet. It was intended to teach players discipline and determination. The team showcased their support for each other there. Because this is one of the smaller teams at MHS, the chemistry between all 11…
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