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At a glance: Club Callouts
Andjelina Savic, Writer • September 24, 2025

Today, Sept. 12 Read & White Book Club at 3 p.m. in the Media Center Art Club at 3 p.m. in S104 Today, Sept. 12 Read & White Book Club at 3 p.m. in the Media Center Art...

DRAMA QUEEN In the spotlight, freshman Owen Kirk exits the stage with pizzazz. The Munster Theatre Company prepares for the very first production that they will be hosting for the 2025-2026 school year. “The new and improved auditorium is really great and provides a new and improved working space for the performing arts at MHS,” Kirk said. “I’m excited for the amazing performances that will be held here.”
Stepping back on stage: Munster Theater Company prepares for their fall production “The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon” opening on Sept. 25
A. Kirk, Copy Editor • September 24, 2025

From Sept. 25-28, the Munster Theater Company is holding its fall production, “The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon,” in the school’s newly refurbished auditorium. The play...

CUTTING CORNERS Due to SB0001, funding for Indiana schools has been minimized by 15% according to k12drive. “My job as a principal and as a building leader is to try to make sure that you guys don’t feel that effect. But, the reality is that there’s always a consequence to decisions, right?” Nolan said.
Looking ahead: Budget cuts on a state level lead to a change of plans for the future of MHS
September 24, 2025

In 2018, Munster High School broke through an $8 million debt. The financial success led to construction and renovation throughout the school. Now, recent budget cuts to the school...

Say it and scroll: How social media shapes our real life identity and communication
Emma Starkey, Web Manager • May 7, 2025

When you get a chance, look up. Notice how many people nearby you are on their phones, scrolling or texting, or taking pictures and videos. The cell phone has become a staple of...

MIC DROP Hyping up the crowd, senior student body president Annie Fuller presents at the student government charity volleyball game. “If I had to choose one legacy to leave for future leaders, I would hope they take this years positivity and excitement with them,” she said. (Photo by Josephine Zangrilli) AGAINST THE GRAIN Working the hand saw, junior Amelia Rzeznikowski trains her woodworking skill at a robotics workshop. “At the end of the day, its just building a robot with your friends,” she said. (Photo by Karla Aguilar) CUT A RUG Pointing to the crowd, senior Sam Bleza performs for dance at the basketball half-time show. (Photo by Josephine Zangrilli)  SIT TIGHT Sat cross-legged, senior Anastasia Savic presents their next project to the Head Committee of robotics. (Photo by Karla Aguilar) TAKE HOME THE CROWN Holding her trophy, dance coach Elyse Skalka poses for a photo. (Photo by Ben Schirz)
Who run the world? Girls
Emily Dywan, Editor-in-Chief • March 20, 2025

Whether it be from the studios or the laboratories, the female students and presidents of our school pose the question: How can we create a platform for the female student population...

Taking the graveyard shift
Taking the graveyard shift
Josephine Zangrilli, Social Media Manager • March 18, 2025

After watching “Ghost Hunters” and YouTubers Sam and Colby, science teacher Larry Hautzinger decided that he and his son Daniel would attempt to hunt ghosts as well. “I’ve...

Kicking competition: Boys’ soccer prepares for a busy season
Opinion
Letter from the editor
Emily Dywan, Editor-in-chief
What's on your Playlist?
What’s on your Playlist?
Steven Stepnoski, Teacher Columnist
AYE, AYE, CAPTAIN Poms together, junior Fayette Renwald leads a spirited chant towards the stands. As a captain, Renwald leads the team. 
WAHOO Hyping up the student section, sophomore Gianna Gonzalez yells out to the crowd. The cheer team attends every home football game to perform chants and routines. 
ON POINT Looking out on the football field, freshman Gianna Strug plays a key role on the team. Although a freshman, Strug made the varsity team. 
STAND STRONG Standing in front of the Pop Warner girls, junior Paige Polewski demonstrates one of the Pop Warner cheers. The varsity cheer team practiced with the girls on Sept. 9 at the middle school. (Photo by Sophia Rodriguez)
Cheer me up: Cheer team perseveres through the start of the season
Keira Allegrezza and Andjelina Savic September 24, 2025