Indiana Area Senior High School

Leadership Seminar holds successful career fair at IHS

By JOE LUETKEHANS – When it comes to looking toward the future, many high school students feel a sense of anxiety and uncertainty when thinking about post-education plans.  Whether college, the military, or the workforce, making post-high school plans can become a jumbled mess of opportunity, knowledge, and excitement for the imminent onset of reality; […]

The danger of the #NewYearNewMe sham

By INDIA KRUG – The coming of a new year involves many things: tuning in to watch the ball drop, visiting with tipsy relatives, and scribbling down your coveted New Year’s resolutions.  I’ll be honest, I write them every year too.  Sometimes they’re realistic: drinking more water, keeping my room clean.   

IHS’s very own carries title of National Merit semi-finalist

By MIA LENZI – IHS senior Eddie Chandler acquired the title of National Merit semi-finalist this year. In order to become a National Merit semi-finalist, a student has to obtain a score on the PSAT that falls within the top one percent of all scores. For most students, their score must fall above a 1400. […]

A King once and forever

By PARKER KOONS – This recent Tinsel Ball saw an interesting character rise to the throne, not one of great renown for his academics or his popularity but simply put… his oddity and uniqueness. Laurance Nakrosis is the man who won this title and is known around the school for his eccentric nature. What some […]

Auld Lang “Swing”

By INDIA KRUG – The halls are alive with the sound of music!  Every second and third period, that is.  The jazz bands of Indiana High School practice twice a week, filling the music department with rambunctious noise.  The strut of the bass line, the clamoring of the drums, and the vigor of the piano […]

Morp dance is a success

By EMMA NORMAN – Each year, the Student Government Association (SGA) attempts to host Morp, but in the years previous it has ended up being canceled due to the lack of tickets bought. This year, however, Morp had an overwhelming turnout. With help from the dedicated SGA officers, over 100 students attended the dance on […]

Why feminism isn’t hating men

By DEBRA FLINT- The word feminism has been tainted by society. It has been confused with man-hating or a form of sexism. Feminism is the advocacy of women’s rights and equality for all sexes, rather than becoming more superior. Today’s society has become a real-life battle of the sexes.

Dual enrollment gives students a jump-start into college

By JORIE MEIL-Twenty five IHS seniors and juniors are taking advantage of an opportunity to get a head start on their college careers. The dual enrollment program allows students to take college classes prior to their high school graduation. There are many colleges that participate in this program. The most popular among the students is […]

IHS Teddy Bear Fund Drive activities raise money for pediatrics

By MIA LENZI – IHS annually hosts many activities in order to contribute to the Teddy Bear Fund Drive. Activities range from a 5k to a whole day filled with fun experiences. Not only can students participate, but many students involved in SGA (Student Government) have the opportunity to chair and help plan events. Popcorn […]

Child development offers fresh faces at IHS

By ASHLEE GRAHAM – During periods 3-5, there are kids in the halls of IHS that are a little shorter than usual. These are the kids that participate in the yearly IHS preschool. Junior Maura Nutter says, “I’m excited to take this class because I’ve heard a lot of great things about it. It’s good […]