Debra O’Brien is Shawnee Mission South’s friendly librarian. But how does she feel about our school and student body, and what secrets lie in the library? Let’s dive into the secrets. NM: Tell...

Senior Jocelyn Clark is the drum major for the SMS Rompin' Stompin' Raider Band. Clark's role is to conduct the band, but there is more to it than that. Clark talks about the responsibilities and the job...

Senior Cinthia Romo walks into the debate classroom at 6 p.m. with a bag of McDonalds. Romo comes to debate work night each Wednesday to help novices and practice her own speeches. She's the StuCo president,...

Jordan and Drew Baranowski (better known as Little Bear and Big Bear) discuss what having a sibling in the same workplace is like and what drew them to teaching English. BLACK: Jordan BLUE: Drew What’s...

While most students in high school are working retail or waiting tables at a restaurant, junior Steele Schimming is modeling for an agency about 48 hours a week. Schimming has been working on her modeling...

After performing smaller roles in many plays, sophomore Abbie Hindle followed the yellow brick road to the role of Dorothy in the winter musical “The Wizard of Oz.” What did you think about during...

The Brazilian exchange student Giovanna Vasconcellos experienced a complete new life here in Kansas and at school. She likes it here, but there are also some things she misses from Brazil. FL: You...

After four years in robotics, senior Dylan Gregory is going to his last robotics competition. Q: What position are you in on the team? Explain what you do and why. A: I’m team captain. I oversee...

Senior Macie Baker offers some insight into what is is like living with a rare medical condition, and what she does to stay positive through it all. Q: What exactly is your medical condition? A: I...

Freshman Cynthia Flores participates in slam poetry and creates art. She is inspired by those around her. AW: What is your biggest inspiration for your art and poetry? CF: My biggest inspiration?...