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Mead High School’s Student News

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Aneesa has been my best friend for three years, and has seen me grow up.

A letter to my soulmate (vignette)

Isabella Pacotti, Writer April 11, 2025

February 25, 2025 Dear Aneesa,  From the first time I met you, all I could think was how cool you were. How you had this quiet confidence, and how I just wanted to be your friend. I remember...

Lars Messmer (25’) will continue his love for sports journalism at the University of Denver.

Where are they going?: Lars Messmer

Belly Vue, Writer April 11, 2025

Lars Messmer (‘25) plans on attending the University of Denver after graduating in May. He is intending to study sports journalism and get a double major in English with an emphasis on creative writing...

Khelon will be majoring in computer science.

Where are they going?: Khelon Brown

Payton Grasser, Copy and Design Editor April 11, 2025

Khelon Brown (‘25) is graduating this May and has a path paved for success. He plans to attend Aims community college for a year or so, in order to acquire the necessary credits to transfer. Post Aims,...

Ms. Engelen at the Tidal Basin near the Washington Monument—one of many places she has traveled to.

Teacher Feature: Ms. Engelen

Patric Wallis, Writer April 3, 2025

At the very end of the hall in the upper D-Wing lies room D234, Christine Engelen’s room. The space is lined with paintings and trinkets that were created and gathered throughout her life, offering...

B-wing bathroom is my favorite because it is spacious and familiar.

Ranking the MHS women’s bathrooms

Rebekah Dennis, Writer April 1, 2025

When it comes to the ultimate bathroom experience, right outside of B-wing is my favorite. It has a plethora of stalls, which means I can be there without feeling crowded. Plus, I’ve had some positive...

Basketball is my favorite sport because of my own history with it and the pace of the game.

Ranking MHS sports as a someone who knows nothing about sports

Rebekah Dennis, Writer March 29, 2025

Basketball is my favorite sport overall. I enjoy the faster pace, and I find it much more stimulating and engaging. The rules are also very simple to understand; making it accessible so most people can...

Mead vs. Frederick’s boys basketball rivalry game on January 17th, 2025.

Exploring the depth of Mead and Frederick’s ongoing rivalry

Belly Vue, Writer March 11, 2025

It’s well known throughout the Saint Vrain Valley School District that Frederick High School is Mead’s biggest rival. The rivalry, according to students, is described as “passionate” and “hard-fought,”...

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the average national school start time is 8 a.m.

Pushing back school start times (Editorial/Op-Ed)

Shayd Fuller and Lars Messmer February 28, 2025

We’ve all been there – your alarm blares at six in the morning, your eyes are heavy, and you think, “What is the worst thing that can happen? An extra fifteen minutes would be really nice.”  That...

MCF leader Derek Martinez (‘27) shares his own testimony during this past meeting.

MCF is an amazing opportunity for students alike to find their faith

Taylor Basson and Bella DeNicholas February 5, 2025

Maverick Christian Fellowship (MCF), formally known as Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), is held on Tuesdays during both lunches. The rooms MCF are held in include D134 (Ms. Hedlun’s room) during...

Bella with one of her two horses, Flynn.

Bella DeNicholas begins her second semester of freshman year with an open heart and mind (Personality Feature)

Cami McGilvray, Writer January 30, 2025

Bella DeNicholas ('28), described as an open-minded and kind person, is entering the second semester with a healthier mindset. This year Bella wants to start focusing more on her talents. “I need...

Mead High unified students have the opportunity to perform the drums at certain band concerts.

Unified students have the chance to perform with the band during concerts

Bella DeNicholas and Cami McGilvray December 16, 2024

Mason Longobricco (‘25) says the band allows him to “make new friends,” and helped him find a new passion. After high school, he hopes to create a band with some of his companions. Mason Longobricco...

MHS Theater is an incredibly talented group of thespians.

MHS Theater performs special set of one-act plays

Lars Messmer, Editor in Chief December 10, 2024

One night is all it takes for MHS Theater to amaze you with this year’s docket of fall play(s). I say plays (plural) as each night contained three separate one-act plays with different casts—in an...

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