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Photo via MHS Majestics.
Chipotle Fundraising With McNeil Majestics
Cole Garcia, Reporter • November 12, 2024

Chipotle at the Parmer McNeil Plaza is teaming up with the Majestics for a fundraiser today, Nov. 12. From 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., 25% of all sales will be donated to support...

NHS members light one another's candles to symbolize their unity within the club.
NHS Holds Induction Ceremony
Sienna Fell, Reporter • November 11, 2024

The first NHS meeting of the year was this Tuesday, November 5th, 2024. It was an exclusive meeting for new members recently inducted into the organization. Over 50 members...

Honor in the Classroom
Honor in the Classroom
Cole Garcia and Giada Stanley November 11, 2024

Happy Veterans Day. Today, we recognize those who have dedicated their lives to service; first to our country and now to our students. Social studies teacher Todd Carpenter...

Students Hone Research and Presentation Skills in AP Seminar Project
Students Hone Research and Presentation Skills in AP Seminar Project
Karl Reddick, Reporter • October 30, 2024

In the AP Seminar course, taught by Erin Balfour, students recently presented research projects as part of an interactive exercise designed to prepare them for the demands...

Junior Kaitlyn Kenney performs in last year's  MavTheatre 'Legally Blonde' musical production as Brooke Wyndham.
Juniors Theatrical Breakthrough
Hannah Bland, Life & Arts Editor • October 11, 2024

 Junior Kaitlyn Kenney belted her lines, cautiously remembering the steps to the performance she had been practicing for months, she looked around at her castmates performing...

Photo Courtesy of Keaton Dye
From Apple to Teaching
Janice Mills, Reporter • October 11, 2024

After being alone at his office job due to hybrid scheduling, Keaton Dye feels isolated, wishing he got the fulfillment out of his job that he wanted. He considers quitting...

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Hi, my name is Karl and I’m a junior. This is my first year on staff for the Trailblazer. In my free time I enjoy listening to music and reading.

The Two-Party System is Ruining American Elections
The Two-Party System is Ruining American Elections
Scout Bradley, Opinions Editor • November 7, 2024
Column: After Football Ends
Column: After Football Ends
Joey Shanks, Reporter • October 11, 2024
Why it is Important to Vote in the Upcoming 2024 Presidential Election
Why it is Important to Vote in the Upcoming 2024 Presidential Election
Sarah Carlile, Reporter • October 11, 2024
A Different Kind of Mission Trip
A Different Kind of Mission Trip
Joey Shanks September 23, 2024
Students Deserve Flex Time: An Editorial
Students Deserve Flex Time: An Editorial
Trailblazer Staff September 19, 2024
Members of the esports Super Smash Bros team watch their teammates compete for a spot in  tournament's starting line up.
Esports Club Aims Toward Success
Hannah Bland, Life & Arts Editor • November 6, 2024
Library Hosts Activities to Celebrate National Wicked Day
Library Hosts Activities to Celebrate National Wicked Day
Annabelle Benson, Reporter • November 4, 2024
Pumpkins available for painting at the 30th annual Hairy Man Festival.
Hairy Man Festival Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Family Fall Fun
Julianna Lindo, Reporter • October 26, 2024
An illustration featuring some of the books mentioned in the article.
Best Fall Books: Student Picks
Julianna Lindo, Reporter • October 22, 2024
Collage of stills from movies included in the article.
Students Share Coming of Age Movies That Resonate With Them
Hannah Bland, Life & Arts Editor • October 3, 2024
Lunch Box Theater Photo Gallery
Lunch Box Theater Photo Gallery
Daniela Corral, Reporter • November 6, 2024
A Tale of Love, Laughter and a Flesh-Eating Plant
A Tale of Love, Laughter and a Flesh-Eating Plant
Hannah Moak, Captions Editor • October 28, 2024
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), Warner Bros.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Proves Just How Good a Sequel Can Be
Cooper Seaver, Design Editor • September 25, 2024

A pair of decorated overalls designed by senior Shaylee Wood for last Friday’s homecoming football game. “I’m really proud of my work,” Wood said. “I got all my supplies from Hobby Lobby.”
Senior Denim Returns for Homecoming
Julianna Lindo, Reporter • September 24, 2024
Students eat lunch while paying attention to the library's presentation.
Library Lunch & Learns Give Students Something to Look Forward to
Bentley Krizin, Reporter • September 24, 2024
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