All content by Kat Owsley

A Costly Experience
Senior year is glorified as the pinnacle of high school, but everyone’s too quick to throw money at it.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• May 14, 2024

From Baby to Brain Rot
Brain Rot isn’t just a meme online, it’s a real-life phenomenon that’s been evolving with us since we were children.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• April 29, 2024

Please Learn to Drive
The parking lot at our school is a nightmare when we’re released. For everyone’s safety, please take your time while driving.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• February 27, 2024

Gifting Around the Globe!
Learning the etiquette of gift giving for other cultures.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• December 19, 2023

Old Slang for the Gang
Take a trip back in time with your friends when you share some of these older terms!
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• October 17, 2023

Bop or Flop: Prom Trends
Prom is a magical time in every young person’s life. Some of the looks are above and beyond, but other trends don’t hit the mark.
Kat Owsley, Beats Coordinator
• May 16, 2023

A Look At The New Rules
With all the changes happening around our school, it can be hard to keep up. Here are some of the new rules that have been implemented this school year.
Kat Owsley, Beats Coordinator
• May 16, 2023

The St. Patrick’s Story
How the most famous Irish holiday came to be.
Kat Owsley, Beats Coordinator
• March 3, 2023

Love is Banned?
Gay marriage in Missouri has been banned since 2021, but the Respect for Marriage act gives LGBTQ+ people hope.
Kat Owsley, Beats Coordinator
• December 14, 2022

Ditch the Parties!
This Halloween, ditch the parties and try some of these activities instead!
Kat Owsley, Beats Coordinator
• October 14, 2022

Bowling Recap
The Varsity and Junior Varsity bowling teams have had an impressive year.
Kat Owsley, Reporter
• May 20, 2022

Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month is in May, here are some helpful reminders and coping mechanisms for when you need help.
Kat Owsley, Reporter
• May 20, 2022

Arab Heritage History Month
25 countries speak Arabic as an official, or co-official language.
Kat Owsley, Reporter
• April 29, 2022

Best Music for Working
For me, I need music to focus while I work, which is why I think I know the best music to listen to while you work.
Kat Owsley, Reporter
• April 29, 2022

Four Amazing Local Restaurants
Wanting to eat out? Check out these locally owned restaurants, which all have vegan or vegetarian options!
Kat Owsley, Reporter
• March 4, 2022

The Fight for Cruelty Free
Not only is animal testing unethial, but it’s also proven to be ineffective.
Kat Owsley, Reporter
• February 8, 2022


An Olympic Dilemma
The United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada are all boycotting the 2022 Winter Olympics.
Kat Owsley
• December 17, 2021

Not Your Average Horror
The Blair Witch Project is an interesting take on the idea of film students making a documentary, turned horror.
Kat Owsley
• October 21, 2021

Against the Masks
Attorney General Eric Schmitt sues the mayor of Kansas City after a new mask mandate.
Kat Owsley
• October 21, 2021
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