Vivian McGee

Behind every lesson plan is a person who deserves appreciation too. In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, students often give thank-yous, but how often do we take the time to really get to know the people who teach us? Earlier this week, teachers were invited to fill out a form about what they wish their students understood about their job, small student actions that mean a lot, and their go-to snack during the school day. Without further ado, let’s dive into the teacher’s answers. At Risk...

One night. One boat. A hundred memories. Prom starts with the outfit–the one you have been planning, or stressing over, for weeks. Next come the photos, last-minute hair fixes, and, of course, group chats blowing up when people inevitably show up late to plans. Amidst the chaos, when you finally step onto the boat, music thumping, lights reflecting off the river, you suddenly realize one thing: this is prom. For one night, everything feels like a movie. Laughs are louder, pictures matter...

What we do every day matters more than what we do once a year. What is Earth Day? Established in 1970 in response to rising concerns about pollution, Earth Day has grown into the largest civic observance in the world. Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd and serves as a global reminder that environmental protection is not optional—it is essential. Earth Day may have begun as a celebration, but now it has grown into a reflection: how are we treating the only planet we have? Why Is...

NSHS seals the deal—2026 is officially Bad Bunny’s year. Bad Bunny won the 2026 Mania Musical competition with 206 of the 386 votes. What is Mania Musical? Mania Musical was created by the website Spanish Plans. Each year, the site releases a bracket that allows schools across the United States to vote for their favorite songs. At North Scott High School, the Spanish Department builds its own Mania Musical bracket by combining the two most popular Spanish Plans brackets with their own...

First, they tried to take our phones, and now they are taking our NeeDohs—what’s next, breathing? NeeDohs have overtaken North Scott High School, disrupting the learning environment, according to North Scott Admin. The admin team values what they believe is best for our school. After weeks of deliberation, they have officially announced a building-wide NeeDoh ban. Teachers have been quietly observing students over the past few weeks. Their findings were concerning. It was found that their...

My personal goal for this fundraiser is to increase student involvement across activities and promote prosocial behaviors. WE are North Scott High School, not a series of disparate activities and organizations with little to no crossover. WE should be there for one another because WE pride ourselves in our collective success. — Mrs. Grimesey At North Scott High School, a new initiative is encouraging students to make the most of their time as Lancers—one experience at a time. What is “The...

Chill on us. — A North Scott Senior As spring break approaches, many students are feeling the pressure. The final week before the break becomes a sprint to the finish line—packed with assignments, tests, and major projects all at once. Students push themselves to stay on top of work while juggling their other responsibilities. For many students, the excitement of the upcoming break is overshadowed by the overwhelming workload leading up to it. What is currently the most stressful thing about...

There is no perfect answer, or we would already be doing it. — Mr. Marceau Mr. Marceau - Assistant Principal/IT Director Mr. Lehn - Head Principal WIN was created by the admin to give students what they need, yet across North Scott High School, students and teachers are increasingly questioning whether this new system is delivering that promise. In recent interviews, administrators addressed these concerns, exploring the perceived benefits and challenges of our current system, the...

We are committed to sharing their stories, and committed to advocating for this cause until no parent has to hear the words, ‘Your child has cancer.’ — Campbell Wood, Dance Marathon 32 Executive Director North Scott students and community members will soon have the chance to support children fighting pediatric cancer—one dance move at a time. The North Scott Dance Marathon is a fun, family-friendly event that brings the community together while raising funds for children and families...

According to most teachers, WIN is a loser. The Student Government WIN and P6 committee held in-person interviews with 33 staff members. Of those responses, 25 said they preferred P6. The responses revealed clear and consistent trends. Staff Opinions of WIN One staff member, who has been advocating for change for some time, explained that “WIN was created to plug leaks, but instead, it is causing more problems than it is solving.” Many other teachers echoed frustrations about filling seats,...