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Kennedy Trautsch ‘23, Jenna Smith ‘23, and Sam Eaton ‘23 are armed with coffee, prepare to take on the state journalism competition on April 21. “I was very surprised that I was able to make it two years in a row,” said Smith. “I think it was a great accomplishment and I will remember it for many years. Along with being able to compete, being there with some of my fellow classmates made the experience even more amazing and fun.”

IHSA Journalism State Finals

Kennedy Trautsch, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
The cast of The Totally Rockin’ 80’s Prom met all together for their first read-through of the script. The cast includes 31 people, along with one student director. This interactive performance will be held on April 20, 21, and 22. “I hope everyone can make it to this play,” said senior, Caleb Soat, “It’s going to be a fun one!”

A Totally Tubular Trip to the 80’s

April 4, 2023
The GHS speech team is successfully making their way through another great season. After their meet in Rock Falls, the team is shown smiling for a group picture while showing off their awards. “ I feel like it’s been a pretty good season so far,” said Emma Blaum ‘24. “The team overall has been doing a really good job and I have high hopes for the rest of the season.”

Speech Success

Ava Hillard, Staff Writer
April 4, 2023
The GHS speech team showed off their hard work and talent in their speech showcase on February 3. The team was competing and a very successful season and decided to bring it to the public. “This showcase was the last chance for students to go in front of an audience before the state series,” said coach Susan Bookless. “I loved watching friends and family see how hard these kids have worked this year.”

Showcasing Talent

Ava Hillard, Staff Writer
April 4, 2023
The GHS speech team is successfully making their way through another great season. After their meet in Rock Falls, the team is shown smiling for a group picture while showing off their awards. “ I feel like it’s been a pretty good season so far,” said Emma Blaum ‘24. “The team overall has been doing a really good job and I have high hopes for the rest of the season.”

Success in Speech

Ava Hillard, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
The cast of The Totally Rockin’ 80’s Prom met all together for their first read-through of the script. The cast includes 31 people, along with one student director. This interactive performance will be held on April 20, 21, and 22. “I hope everyone can make it to this play,” said senior, Caleb Soat, “It’s going to be a fun one!”

A Totally Tubular Trip to the 80’s

Ayden Wells, Editor in Chief
January 31, 2023
This picture was made by Sophia Loso and was one of the pieces of artwork that the judges got to see. She used one of her favorite styles of art for the picture, which is graphite portraits. It is very modern art with a little twist. “It is always a blast in the art room,” said Loso. “I really enjoy art and hope to use it in the future.”

First Outstanding Artist of the Month Named

Gwen Hesselbacher, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Setting up for success, NAHS officers get the Galena Center for the Arts ready for their gallery. This tiny themed gallery was a great success and many people attended the opening. “The art show went wonderfully!” said Reagan Simpson ‘23, vice president of NAHS, “We had so many family and community members come to support us and enjoy the art!”

Peek Into Nature

Jenna Smith, Editor in Chief
November 14, 2022
The GHS Drama club is preparing to entertain watchers with the comical and thrilling production of “Clue.” On October 6-8 at 7:30 p.m. students will be featured playing the roles of the iconic characters from the board game and movie. “We are super excited about this upcoming performance,” said Emma Blaum ‘24, “We hope to see everyone in the audience!”

GHS Drama Club, in Turner Hall, with the Candlestick

Ayden Wells, Editor in Chief
September 6, 2022
Extra Extra Read All About It!

Extra Extra Read All About It!

Taylor Hilby, Staff Writer
August 29, 2022
Not just another day: Noble drops EP

Not just another day: Noble drops EP

Jenna Smith, Editor in Chief
March 31, 2022
In the middle of the group of composers during the Composition Contest Awards Ceremony at the Illinois Music Education Conference is Jovian Pham, who was not ready for the photo.

Pham’s musical forte

Ayden Wells, Staff Writer
March 31, 2022
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