What is Happening? A rare hantavirus outbreak is currently being investigated after multiple passengers aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship became critically ill. Health agencies around the world, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are monitoring the situation. The outbreak looks to be linked to the Andes strain of the hantavirus, an unusual and rare strain that can spread from person to person. Current Numb

“Dance Marathon has always been a place where I’ve felt like Ambrose has always been remembered and honored.¨ North Scott Senior, Memphis Kearney Every year, the University of Iowa raises over a million dollars at its Dance Marathon Fundraiser, and North Scott’s very own Memphis Kearney has been supporting and participating in Dance Marathon as long as she can remember. Dance Marathon raises money for children and families receiving treatment at the University of Iowa Hospita

Going into junior year, I had heard ‌the rumors, but I didn’t think it would be that bad. So, here is a short guide for all the juniors out there trying to make it through the second-semester finish line. Junior year is so very different . Most years feel as if we are rounding the bend of life, driving toward the next pit stop full of new opportunities and challenges. But this year feels more like a sharp, sudden turn that speeds its way into the future while leaving your ch

For many, it is a familiar scene: you walk into a bathroom and the air smells like cotton candy. While more pleasant than other bathroom...

A permanent solution to a temporary problem. While mental health awareness has grown exponentially in the past decade, the stigma around...

After my brother’s death, and knowing how preventable it was, I resolved — no matter what — to do something to change the way we approach...

I volunteer because I enjoy seeing the impact I can make in a huge world, even if I volunteer for thirty minutes it still makes a huge...

Join us on Tuesday, March 4th, as we come together to make a difference. Every donation can save up to three lives — and your small act...

Each year, during the last week of February, National Eating Disorder Awareness Week serves as a powerful reminder of the millions of individuals affected by eating disorders. This week is not just about raising awareness; it’s about creating a space for honest conversations, breaking down stigmas, and offering support for those on the path to recovery. It is a way to educate society on the realities and harms of eating disorders and bring hope to those struggling or affected

By Aiden Prochaska and Tyree Brower In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity. --Albert Einstein How Stressful is School for...

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The North Scott Community School District takes pride in supporting our Special Education program and the Special Olympics. After some...

Burnout. Obligations. These are both definitely things that are in the title of this article. We all definitely experience these. This...

Stress sucks. Our heart, lungs, and muscles work overtime, it’s hard to concentrate or relax, and when left to fester, stress becomes...

What Depression Can Look Like When someone is dealing with depression, it is important to approach the situation with empathy,...

Has one ever received school lunch and pondered why it appears in such a manner? The reasons behind the aesthetics of these meals are...

"MY body MY uterus MY choice" "(Hanger) Never Again" 55/85 North Scott students and staff support women’s rights to abortion, 15/85 do...

Sometimes it feels as though I have 50 tabs left open in my brain that I have yet to sort and close. From a young age, it was suggested...

Coming up next Tuesday, you have the chance of saving a life. Even better, you barely have to lift a finger! On March 5th, there is going...

My heart rate speeds up as my alarm continues to blare. 5…4…3…2…1, I count down in my head. Reaching 1, I slide myself to the edge of the...