Lancer Productions Crushes It!
Lancer Productions is proud to celebrate and announce their 2023 Iowa High School Musical Theater Award honors for their spring...
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THE NORTH SCOTT LANCE
News from North Scott
Cella Hanssen
- May 17
- 3 min
Snacks in a Crunch: Living in an Ingredient Household
Do you suffer from never having snack food in the pantry? Are your parents those people who think they are a waste of money and that it's...
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Madolyn Lewis
- May 17
- 3 min
The Scandal at Post Prom . . .
After bussing down the most astonishing tricks on the prom boat on Saturday, Brooklyn Strief, North Scott High Schools voted “class...
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Scott Stoneking
- May 17
- 2 min
Prom Overview
I attended my last high school dance this last weekend. I had an original plan to go with a friend, but he cancelled a couple of weeks...
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Ava Hagedorn
- May 17
- 4 min
The Best NS Prom Looks
As most of you may know. prom was this weekend! This was my last dance in high school--as someone who has attended all of them it was a...
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Isabella Boeken
- May 17
- 2 min
Don't Be Lazy Get a Job This Summer
Summer is almost here, and what’s better than finding a job and earning some extra money? There are so many different job opportunities...
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Sean Chapman
- May 17
- 1 min
The Lance Wins Big at IHSPA
This was the first year that The Lance entered the Iowa High School Press Association awards, and we performed well--especially with such...
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Frankie Bell
- May 10
- 2 min
Gun Culture in America
When asked, "How do you feel about guns?" nearly every American will respond with an overwhelming force. Whether positive or negative,...
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Isabella Boeken
- May 10
- 2 min
Two Teachers Saying Goodbye to North Scott High School
Two teachers that are fairly new to our high school will not be returning in the fall. Sadly, Mr. Shepard and Ms. Cernetich, will not be...
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Madolyn Lewis
- May 10
- 4 min
Why McDonald's Has the Best Fast Food
Of all the fast food restaurants you may visit during a long road trip, the golden arches will always catch my eye: McDonald's....
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Isabella Boeken
- May 3
- 2 min
Two of Our Favorite Teachers are Retiring
Two North Scott teachers who have been a part of our high school for a long time have finally decided to retire. The two teachers leaving...
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Megan Kelly
- May 3
- 3 min
The Great Flood of '23
As you all know, we are currently in the midst of what is considered a major flood (22 feet) along the Mississippi River. Although it...
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Cella Hanssen
- May 3
- 4 min
The Goddess That Is Sabrina Carpenter
Last weekend, I saw Sabrina Carpenter in concert at the Sylvee in Madison, WI. It was THE best concert I have ever seen, and I don’t mean...
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Cella Hanssen
- Apr 26
- 3 min
Catch "Anything Goes" Before IT Goes!
As you may have heard, North Scott Lancer Productions is performing their rendition of Anything Goes for this year's spring musical....
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Megan Kelly
- Apr 26
- 1 min
Kim Potter Released After Serving 16 Months
The Brooklyn Center officer responsible for the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright has been released after serving 16 months in prison. Kim...
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Madolyn Lewis
- Apr 19
- 2 min
What in the World is the Sphere in Las Vegas?
Las Vegas hosts the country’s biggest shows, a massive hit for tourist shows. Recently, a new arena has been under construction in Las...
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Megan Kelly
- Apr 19
- 2 min
The Reality of Partying In High School
Every year, 17% of all fatal drunk driving accidents are caused by underage drinkers, despite only 10% of drunk drivers being under the...
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Ava Hagedorn
- Apr 19
- 2 min
Yay For Science Fair!
Hey Lance Readers! The Science Fair students have succeeded in their endeavors, so I figured that was worth writing about! Students from...
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Scott Stoneking
- Apr 19
- 3 min
School Shootings: The Reason for Gun Reformation
Content warning: School shootings, descriptions of gun damage to the human body. The amount of mass shootings so far in 2023 is...
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Cella Hanssen
- Apr 19
- 1 min
Prom Preparation: Biggest Dress Trends of 2023
The tradition of prom has been around since the early 1800s when it was still called "promenade," and it was simply drinking some punch...
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Cella Hanssen
- Apr 5
- 3 min
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: The Life of AOC
“If they want to make an example out of me, I will gladly be one. Hopefully we can be an example of dedication, courage, and persistence...
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Megan Kelly
- Apr 5
- 3 min
Princess Diana: Her Legacy Lives On
The world recognized Princess Diana as a beautiful, all-around woman and also as a hero because of all of the things she stood for....
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Isabella Boeken
- Apr 5
- 2 min
An Inspiring Woman, That Has Impacted Our World
Almost everyone knows the name, Oprah Winfrey. Oprah is known as one of the most influential and successful people in the world. She is...
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Ava Hagedorn
- Apr 5
- 2 min
Marissa Meyer-Proving That It Can Be Done
This week on the Lance, we are doing a woman’s edition! I love to read which is why I picked Marissa Meyer to write about, as she has...
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Megan Kelly
- Mar 31
- 2 min
Lunch Changes for the 2023-24 school year
Just in from the Iowa Department of Education, another grant funding free lunch for all Iowa public schools for the next three school...
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Ava Hagedorn
- Mar 31
- 1 min
Cell Phone Jammers Are Being Put In Next Week
In my quest to get the scoop for the Lance readers, I asked Mr. Knoche if there was anything that the students of our school should be...
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Cella Hanssen
- Mar 31
- 1 min
The Taylor Swift Eras Tour is CANCELED
This morning, we’ve received confirmation that Taylor Swift has officially canceled the continuation of her Eras Tour. This is a...
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Isabella Boeken
- Mar 31
- 1 min
Mr. Chapman is leaving North Scott
Recently, some devastating news has arisen--Mr. Chapman is leaving North Scott after this school year. He’s had many wonderful students...
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Cella Hanssen
- Mar 22
- 2 min
What the Heck is Everything Everywhere All At Once?
On Sunday March 12, the film Everything Everywhere All At Once won seven academy awards: Best Actress in a Leading Role (Michelle Yeoh),...
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Ava Hagedorn
- Mar 22
- 2 min
We Hosted State Speech!
Hey all! The weekend before spring break, we had something super fun and fresh happen at North Scott! Throughout the course of the day,...
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Scott Stoneking
- Mar 22
- 2 min
Senior Spotlight: Wilson Diep and Bella Warm
Wilson Diep When is your birthday? My birthday is August 2nd. What's your zodiac sign? I'm a Leo, whatever that means. What are you doing...
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Isabella Boeken
- Mar 22
- 2 min
The Perfect Destination to Travel to on Spring Break
Trying to find somewhere to go for spring break is a difficult decision for every family. There are many great places around the country...
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Megan Kelly
- Mar 8
- 2 min
Alabama Basketball Player Charged With Murder
Former Alabama basketball player, 21-year-old Darius Miles, and Michael Davis, 20 of Charles County, Maryland, have been charged with...
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Scott Stoneking
- Mar 8
- 6 min
A Message from your Transgender Peers
The transgender bill from Indiana I wrote about in this article has now spread to Iowa—that article mentions terms you may need to know....
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Frankie Bell
- Mar 8
- 2 min
The Case of the Missing Erasers
Recently there’s been some issues with keeping classroom doors locked. Many teachers use erasers to keep the doors cracked open so...
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Isabella Boeken
- Mar 8
- 2 min
Why You Should Give Blood
Giving blood is simple to do, and you can have the chance to save someone’s life or several lives. When you donate blood, it can save up...
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Madolyn Lewis
- Mar 8
- 3 min
Tips for Staying Home over Spring Break
Staying home for spring break? No problem! Although you may be wondering what in the world you are going to do for a whole week at home...
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Isabella Boeken
- Mar 8
- 2 min
Join Girls Tennis!
Tennis season is coming back, and I encourage everyone to try it out! Tennis is a great outdoor activity that clears your mind and brings...
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Ava Hagedorn
- Mar 8
- 2 min
We Met Nic Stone!
This week, I got the chance to meet a New York Times bestselling author, Nic Stone! It was so incredible to attend one of her talks and...
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Cella Hanssen
- Mar 1
- 4 min
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week: An Important Message For Everyone
We all face challenges in our lives--some physical, some mental, and others, emotional. The majority of those challenges aren’t public....
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Madolyn Lewis
- Mar 1
- 3 min
Why to Join The Lance Next Year
As you sign up for classes next year, you should take journalism as an option. The Lance is the school's newspaper—a central part of the...
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Megan Kelly
- Mar 1
- 3 min
The Drought in Iraq: The Sign of End Times or Climate Change?
For the last few years, the middle east has been experiencing a serious drought causing the marshes, rivers, and lakes to run completely...
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Cella Hanssen
- Feb 22
- 2 min
Black History Month: The Extraordinary Amanda Gorman
On March 7, 1998 in Los Angeles, California, Amanda S. C. Gorman was born--she was born prematurely and as a result, she suffered with a...
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Madolyn Lewis
- Feb 22
- 2 min
Michigan State Shooting
A casual Monday Night at Michigan State University took an unexpected turn. The sizable 5,200-acre campus went silent after the gunshots....
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Isabella Boeken
- Feb 22
- 1 min
North Scott Foods becoming Hy-vee!
The latest news in our community is that our local grocery store, North Scott Foods, is being bought out by Hy-Vee. In April, the North...
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Frankie Bell
- Feb 22
- 2 min
Everything We Know About the Ohio Train Derailment
By now you’ve heard about the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Here’s a breakdown of what has happened so far. On Friday,...
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Megan Kelly
- Feb 22
- 1 min
Lancers Finish 4th in the State for Bowling
This past week, our Lancer bowling team attended the state bowling tournament. After a successful season, our boys finished fourth in the...
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Cella Hanssen
- Feb 15
- 3 min
Black History Month: George Washington Carver - The Peanut Man
In Missouri 1864, Moses Carver’s slave of nine years gave birth to a baby boy. George Washington Carver was born. Soon after, little...
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Frankie Bell
- Feb 15
- 2 min
Horticulture: Woody Ornamental Part II
More woody ornamental bushes and trees for you this week! Border Forsythia The Border Forsythia is a gorgeous tree that can grow up to 10...
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Scott Stoneking
- Feb 15
- 2 min
Forced to Come Out: A Transgender Struggle
To understand this article, it is important to understand the terms used. “Sex” is a term used to describe your genetic makeup (e.g. XX...
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