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SM South News

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SM South News

After being postponed students finally get to enjoy Raku Day. A student grabs a piece of pottery from the kiln.

Warm Snacks and Pots for Firing

Mark Holland, News Editor December 22, 2016

The Shawnee Mission South art classes are known for putting on events that showcase their student's work. One such event that occurred  Friday, Dec. 16 after several postponements was  Raku Day. It was...

Students can take advantage of Cram & Cocoa in the library Thursday, Dec. 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Students offered a night of studying and treats

Kyra Ringler, Heritage Reporter December 14, 2016

With the first final approaching this Friday, many teachers have already started review games and other activities in their classes to prepare students for the jam-packed week ahead. Not only have some...

New National Honor Society members are initiated during the ceremony in the auditorium. photo by Kice Mansi

Jumping into National Honor Society

Mitch Brock, Reporter November 21, 2016

  The National Honor Society initiation that took place Nov. 3 had a bigger turnout than last year. As the new initiates filled the risers on the stage, held their candles, and said the NHS pledge, they...

Canned Food Drive Continued with Mr. AmeriCAN

Canned Food Drive Continued with Mr. AmeriCAN

Amelia Holcomb, Editor-In-Chief November 18, 2016

Student Council's annual Mr. AmeriCAN raised cans and money for the canned food drive Wednesday, Nov. 9. All ticket sales and cans collected will go directly to the Johnson County Christmas Bureau. ...

Ernie Miller is one of the many locations that the EcoMeet is held at.

Students Qualify At EcoMeet

Mark Holland, News Editor November 16, 2016

For a few of South's science students, their knowledge of nature has provided them with an opportunity to go to what is known as the EcoMeet. "The EcoMeet is a competition where a bunch of people from...

America Voted, South Spoke

America Voted, South Spoke

Lily Wagner, Web Editor, Infographics Editor November 10, 2016

Gloria Carson- Freshman “I think that both candidates were terrible, I’m not happy with the outcome.” “If the had let young people have a say that definitely would not have been the outcome.” Colin...

Tickets for the space themed Pacesetter event were sold for $5. This money helps the teams cover the costs of costumes and other fees.

Dancing in Space

Jill Propst, Staff Writer November 10, 2016

On Nov. 11, the Shawnee Mission South JV and Varsity Pacesetters will host their 6th annual Dance Marathon. The night includes food, good music and many prizes. “I really enjoy dance marathon. It's...

2016 Mr. AmeriCan Competition Tonight

2016 Mr. AmeriCan Competition Tonight

Angela Machado, Staff Writer November 9, 2016

The annual Mr. AmeriCAN senior boy pageant will be held tonight, Nov 9 from 7-8:30. For the first year Mr. AmeriCAN will be combined with the SMS finals for Hoops for Hope. The purpose of the pageant is...

The Office Staffs Candyland trunk won first place at Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 27.

NAHS Trunk or Treat

Madison Holloway, Ads Editor October 31, 2016

The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) hosted its first annual Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 27. The event was meant to bring the community together and engage the elementary kids in a fun activity at...

Tumbling into State

Miah Clark and Maxie Crimm October 28, 2016

On Saturday, Oct. 22, the South gymnastics team competed at their State meet, which was hosted by South. Overall the team placed eighth, but with improved scores from team members in individual events. "It...

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