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Mead High School’s Student News

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Mead High School’s Student News

The Mav
Braeden Corliss

Braeden Corliss, Writer

Braeden is a senior. He enjoys running, fishing, hanging out with friends, and playing with his dogs. He is involved with cross country, track, and FCA. He is looking forward to taking pictures for the newspaper and getting lots of sports photos to edit and submit to contests.

All content by Braeden Corliss
Mr. Garcia posed at his desk

Thank you letters to Mr. Garcia

Braeden Corliss and Benjamin Witko
May 7, 2024
The NCAA Transfer Portal logo featuring the Huskies logo in the word “Portal.”

UConn looks to reload their roster following departures from senior players this off season

Braeden Corliss, Writer
April 25, 2024
I learned that in order to get good pictures, you need to move around. Never stay stagnant with sports photos!

Zac has many options in mind for his future career.

[Photo] Where are they going?: Zac Gomez

April 23, 2024
Jayson Tatum is an American professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics of the NBA.

Criticism against Jayson Tatum is undeserved (Opinion)

Braeden Corliss, Writer
April 10, 2024
The Sweet 16 has a good mix of chalk and upset potential. The round starts the evening of March 28.

Taking a look at the men’s NCAA sweet sixteen matchups

Braeden Corliss, Writer
April 10, 2024
Mead defends Lakewood player through the lane, with Matthew Angelo (‘25) and Lukas Glasgow (‘24) both defending the shot.

Contact: a photo essay

Braeden Corliss, Writer
January 1, 2024
The New England Patriots logo.

New England Patriots fill their largest coaching staff since the Belichick era

Braeden Corliss, Writer
April 1, 2024
Dominick McLawrence (‘24) attempts a pass to Averey Baucom (‘25) through the Northfield defense after a shot fake.

High-powered: a photo essay

Braeden Corliss, Writer
March 19, 2024
Dominick McLawrence(‘24) challenges Northfield opponent at the rim.

D-up: a photo essay

Braeden Corliss, Writer
March 11, 2024
Mason Wilyard(‘24) inbounds after Northfield deflected the ball out of bounds

Kyler Crump(‘25) guards Northfield rival near the top of the arch

Matthew Angelo (‘25) takes a three-throw with Northfield player contesting.

George Hubert (‘25) defends Northfield’s number 2

Dominick McLawrence(‘24) fights through contact to put up a shot at the rim.

Dominick McLawrence (‘24) powers through a swarm of Northfield defenders.

Matthew Angelo (‘25) prepares to attempt a free throw.

Mason Wilyard (‘24) gets ready to rebound after a Mead free throw

Mason Wilyard (‘24) hugs coach Darin Reese after a tough loss to Northfield.

Mason Willyard (‘24) hugs head coach Darin Reese after an amazing season.

[Photo] Elite eight games for the MHS Basketball teams demonstrated hard work

Benjamin Witko, Writer
March 3, 2024
Dominick McLawrence (‘24) prepares to shoot a free throw.

Boys Basketball team looks strong continuing playoffs

Braeden Corliss, Writer
February 23, 2024
Previous Super Bowl stadium shines bright.

Students predict outcomes for the NFC and AFC championship games

Braeden Corliss and Lars Messmer
January 30, 2024
Students Predict Outcomes for the 2023-24 NFL Season Divisional Round

Students Predict Outcomes for the 2023-24 NFL Season Divisional Round

Lars Messmer and Braeden Corliss
January 24, 2024
With the Wild Card round living up to its name, it’s time to take a look at the NFC divisional round matchups and make some predictions.

Students Make Predictions for the 2023-24 NFL Playoffs: NFC Divisional Round

Braeden Corliss and Lars Messmer
January 23, 2024
NFC Division logo inside the NFL playoffs logo.

Students cast NFC Division predictions for NFL playoffs

Braeden Corliss and Lars Messmer
January 17, 2024
Students make AFC Division predictions for this season’s NFL playoffs

Students make AFC Division predictions for this season’s NFL playoffs

Braeden Corliss and Lars Messmer
January 14, 2024
Coach Klatt watches on as the Mavs take the field.

Mead football is filled with character on and off the field

Braeden Corliss, Writer
January 5, 2024
Matthew Angelo ('25) goes for a free throw with two minutes left in the third quarter.

[Photo] Mavericks Basketball season opener comes down to the wire in a wild three-point win against Frederick

Tyler Reyburn, Writer
December 30, 2023
Matthew Angelo (‘25) puts up a shot through Lakewood’s tough defense. Angelo played quite well in the contest, scoring 19 points on 8 of 10 shooting.

Kyler Crump (‘25) goes for a layup past his Lakewood defender in the Mavericks game against the Tigers. He scored 19 points in the matchup on high efficiency, making 7 of 9 shots.

Dominic McLawrence(‘24) goes up for layup through heavy contact. In the game, Dominick had 19 points on 8 of 11 shooting in the contest.

Avery Baucom (‘25) runs back on defense, hoping to stop the fast break opportunity. Baucom had 7 points in the matchup.

Dominic McLawrence (‘24) fights through contact through the lane in the game against Lakewood. The Mavs won the game 70-41 in quite the dominant performance.

Mead walks down the path, ready for domination

A recap on the 2023-24 football season

Braeden Corliss, Writer
December 11, 2023
Mead walks down the path, ready for domination

[Photo] Mead football squeeze out a win over rivals Frederick High School in Friday night’s game

September 16, 2024
Mavs celebrate after great defensive play

[Photo] Defensive battle against Riverdale Ridge sends Mavericks into playoffs

Tyler Reyburn, Writer
November 11, 2023
Mavs wrap up Durango player.

Mead’s playoff game vs. Durango is set to be a fun matchup

Braeden Corliss, Writer
November 8, 2023
Mavs celebrate after a touchdown.

Mavs win 14-3 in hard-fought game at home

Braeden Corliss, Writer
October 25, 2023
The Avalanche are set for a strong upcoming season.

An Avalanche guide for the 23-24 season

Braeden Corliss and Benjamin Witko
October 25, 2023
The team struggled last postseason, losing in the second round to the Miami Heat.

A guide to the Boston Celtics 23-24 season

Braeden Corliss, Writer
October 25, 2023
Mavs celebrate after a Ty Olson (‘24) touchdown

Mavs tackle Green Mountain’s ball carrier in their game on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023.

Mead’s football team faces wrenching home loss to Green Mountain

Braeden Corliss, Writer
September 29, 2023
Christian Hiner (‘25) throws a pass while evading a tackle in Mead’s home game against the Demons.

Mead vs Durango Highlights: a photo essay

Braeden Corliss, Writer
September 27, 2023
Thrifted clothes have unique character and style

[Photo] There are unseen benefits of thrifting (Opinion)

September 28, 2023
Christian Hiner celebrates his touchdown with teammates during Mead's home football game vs Durango on Sept 22.

Mead’s football team suffers tough loss to Durango at home 

Braeden Corliss, Writer
September 22, 2023
Christian Hiner celebrates his touchdown with teammates during Mead's home football game vs Durango on Sept 22.

The class of 2024 started high school completely online -- a unique experience for them -- but their senior year has welcomed old traditions and new emotions.

[Photo] Seniors feel the impact of their final year

Ana Stewart, Writer
October 27, 2023
Ty Olson and Christian Hiner are breaking out – what have they done to get there?

Ty Olson and Christian Hiner are breaking out – what have they done to get there?

Mason Willyard and Braeden Corliss
September 21, 2023
Ethan Turner celebrates his hole-in-one.

 Senior hits first hole-in-one in MHS golf history

Braeden Corliss and Benjamin Witko
September 21, 2023
Student backpack searches are more common than ever

Student vehicles in the tennis parking lot

[Photo] Enforced parking permit meant to increase school safety 

September 25, 2023
Cars in the teacher parking lot

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SAT prep book

[Photo] SAT rolling out new digital test for 23-24 school year

September 25, 2023
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Ms. Loy smiles from her desk.

[Photo] Teacher Feature: Ms. Loy

September 25, 2023
Senior quotes have been included in each yearbook at Mead High School every year until the 2023-2024 school year.

[Photo] Senior quotes are being cut from the 2023-2024 yearbook

September 7, 2023
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The first PlayStation was released in 1995, and the first Xbox was released in 2001.

[Photo] Xbox v. PlayStation has long been debated

May 11, 2022
Courtesy of the AKC website. Reas the whippet stands after his final, national championship run

Reas named fastest dog in U.S.

Braeden Corliss, Writer
April 26, 2022
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A wind storm sweeps across Colorado and moves the flags at the front of the school.

[Photo] High winds whipping across Southern Colorado

Arizona Lee, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2022
Kathryn Fletcher has been well received by the student body in her first month of teaching here

Many girls walk in and out of the girls bathroom during passing periods.

[Photo] How to successfully find your friends in the bathroom (Satire)

Skylar Whalen, Editor-in-Chief
March 2, 2022
Basketball for article

Mr. Garcia teaches history and social studies, and loves what he does.

[Photo] Teacher Feature: Alex Garcia

October 13, 2022
Original photo and graphic designed by Braeden Corliss. Nathan Hoffman (‘22) plays on the Mead court.

Boys Basketball competes in first playoff game Feb. 26

Braeden Corliss, Writer
February 24, 2022
Ms. Engelen said that MHS is always hoping to expand the program.

[Photo] Mead High has a Gifted and Talented program

May 9, 2023
Students in class 2

Students in class 3

Some argue textbooks offer “concrete” learning, while others say the efficiency of iPads is more valuable in schools.

[Photo] Electronic and textbook education both have their pros and cons

February 24, 2022
Textbooks

Textbooks

Online vs normal textbook

Ethyn Ludwig’s showcases his World Tree Tattoo on his forearm.

[Photo] Ethyn Ludwig’s tattoo goes deeper than surface level

Kaliegh Beamish, Writer
February 26, 2022
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[Photo] Yellow (poem)

Enola Potter, Writer
February 24, 2022
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Jason Klatt is the football coach, his hard work resonates throughout MHS as well as his neighborhood community

Coach Klatt’s student and player interactions go beyond the Mead building

Braeden Corliss, Writer
February 9, 2022
The LA Rams and the Cincinnati Bangles will compete for this year’s Super Bowl championship. The winning team will beat out the other on Sunday, Feb. 13.

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Students working and hanging out during their off block in the Mead library.

[Photo] MHS staff seeing benefits of new off block library system

February 3, 2022
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Boys Basketball off to rolling start and looking forward to continued success

Boys Basketball off to rolling start and looking forward to continued success

Braeden Corliss, Writer
January 19, 2022
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