College credit opportunities offered to students
By PARKER KOONS – IHS is now offering a way for students to get a head start on their college career through use of the College in High School program. College in High School allows students to earn credits for classes they take at IHS. The program involves Westmoreland Community College and Mount Aloysius and […]
Homecoming Pep Rally pumps up Indiana spirit
By MIKAYLA CRAMER – On the afternoon of Thursday, October 4, 2018, Student Government Association (SGA) held the 2018 Homecoming Pep Rally. This event always happens before the Indiana High School homecoming football game to get the students pumped for the game. The whole school gathered to watch their fellow peers compete in games while […]
Students stay connected with a new district site and social media
By BROOKE BOYER- Superintendent Michael Vukovich has numerous technology goals for the school district. He recently launched a new district website that is equipped with a completely new layout, interactive features, and user-friendly aspects. Vuckovich was the lead project consultant in the launch of the new website, and other administrators have contributed by gradually adding […]
Leadership golf tournament raises funds to help end childhood cancer
By ASHLEE GRAHAM – On October 14, Leadership held the first annual golf tournament, where all benefits went towards The Four Diamonds Foundation. During the tournament, the 55 participants got to enjoy a day out on the course playing scramble golf and munching on food. Senior Chase Cunningham stated, “It was very successful for our […]
Annual High School Journalism Workshop educates aspiring students
By HANNAH STEELE – On October 19, Journalism and Digital Media II, III, and IV students combined to travel to IUP to learn about the ins and outs of reporting from professional journalists. The workshop, which has been held at IUP for over twenty years, gives students that are serious about journalism an opportunity to […]
Students look forward to boo-tiful Halloween costumes
By ADRIANA GUTH-BOROWSKI – Every year, people all over Indiana dress up and pretend to be someone else for a night. This Halloween, there are many popular costumes that have emerged. Popular show and movie themed costumes are common. The Office is a very well known show that follows the lives of employees of a […]
IHS students give back to their community
By KOREY FERRINGER- Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community. It can strengthen community bonds and improve the attitude of residents. But most importantly, volunteering makes a difference in the world. And with all the opportunities at the senior high, it’s easy to do. Along with the senior high, the Indiana community […]
New Superintendent promises “A system of good friendships within the district”
By THE HIGH ARROW– On September 1, the Indiana Area School District welcomed new superintendent, Michael Vuckovich, replacing former superintendent Dale Kirsch. Vuckovich left the Greater Johnstown School District after serving in multiple positions over a span of sixteen years. Vuckovich earned his Bachelor’s of Science and Education degree at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania, […]
IHS institutes gender neutral bathroom in the art hallway
By JACOB CHRISTIAN- This past August, the administration at IHS decided to convert the men’s restroom to a gender neutral bathroom in the art wing of the high school. This action was not unprecedented, as many schools around the country have been allocating gender neutral restrooms over the past couple of years. Surprisingly, this was […]
Seeing red for Spirit Week
By ASHLEE GRAHAM – Homecoming is an exciting time for everyone in Indiana. The big Friday night football game, the new Homecoming Court candidates, and the dance on Saturday bring a lot of fun festivities for students and the local community. Along with all of these occurrences, there is always a Spirit Week leading up […]