“Do what you love and the money will follow.” It’s not the kind of motto one would expect from someone managing hundreds of students, dozens of teachers and endless paperwork, but for Principal...

Social studies teacher Eric West moved to the Francis Howell School District when he was seven years old. He would go on to return as a teacher in 1990. Students find him to be more than just a loyal alumnus: ...

Senior Alex Figgins begins his descent down Greens Bottom, but as he gains speed, the world blurs into a dizzying spin, and pavement scrapes down his side and leaves him in the hospital for three days. “I’ve...

For junior Taylor Ricketson, dance isn’t just a sport, it's a passion. From the beginning of her dance journey at the age of three, to her competitive varsity debut, friends said Ricketson is defined...

Art teacher Bryan Kyser leads the new student-created climbing club, an opportunity for students to challenge themselves and explore new heights. Kyser said the climbing club is designed to be inclusive,...

Junior Zoe Eickmeier is focused on pursuing a career in art and architecture, dedicating time to developing skills and exploring methods of creative expression. “I made a watercolor painting a couple...

Math teacher Antwoine Patton’s hands shake as he reaches for the handle bar of his brand-new motorcycle. He slowly settles on the large, black leather seat, and moves his right thumb until it contacts...

Unexpected silence ensues as rehearsed lines come to a slow. Eyes dart around the stage as everyone wonders who will save the script. Sophomore Fynn McDermott steps forward and takes on a humorous expression,...

Freshman Dhaara Ponnapati feels the golf ball launch off her club as it soars through the air. Instead of happiness, she could only feel a throbbing pain overtaking her body. “When you are trying...