eureka high school · volume 77 · issue 3
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Letter from the Editor... Endings are strange. There’s the ancient saying, “All good things must come to an end,” but I think as a society we rarely choose to address endings. It’s always about the new beginnings, what comes after the end. Yeah, the movie had a confusing ending, but I can’t wait for the sequel. The book left on a cliffhanger, but they’ll resolve it in the next one. Sure, you’re graduating high school, but let’s talk about college. The coronavirus has caused us to rethink this entire structure of thought. Rather than live out an ending and move on to the next beginning, it feels as though we have been forced to bask in this eternal conclusion, wallowing in re ection. In ways, I think it’s nice...not that we are sad about school ending or things winding down, but that we are given time to look back on everything that has happened. As a 2020 EHS grad, I have been trying to take this time to examine my EHS ending. I’ve looked at all of the people I’ve met in my four years, the classes I took and how much I’ve grown throughout my time. Although COVID-19 is taking the world by storm and things feel as though they will never be the same, I encourage everyone to slow down and take a look at this endin to re ect. That was our goal with the Senior Edition of The Bugle, to give everyone a chance to re ect on their ti e as a Wildcat. I hope that you are able to take a inute ip throu h he Bu le and zoom in on this ending. Maybe it doesn’t have to be too sad after all.
Editor-in-Chief Ethan Fine
Social Media Editor Taylor Werges
Photo Editor Jordan Hrabko
Design Editor Mara Anselm
@EHS_hub Business Manager Sedona Sayers
Reporters Audrey Brown Sophia Brummond Natalie Criswell Samuel Dial Olivia Dolan Jacob Dunbar Luke Hughes Keaton Moore Ethan Mullins Ali Pate Grace Walton Tre’shur Willingham
Adviser Ethan Fine, editor-in-chief
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Crouther bids farewell to EHS In an open letter to the student body, Charlie Crouther addresses his final year at Eureka
From August 14 to March 12, this year had been typical of EHS. All of the excitement of the beginning of a new year, seeing old friends, the addition of FLEX and dedication to the many after school activities that we have at EHS. However, there are always issues and minor complications that we must navigate our way through. We did just that because of the resilience of the students of EHS and their teachers, coaches, sponsors and directors. Then in March, we were all faced with a pandemic known as COVID-19. Things quickly became different for all of us with the
closing of all schools and a few complications with the Alternative Learning Plan. This school year will end on schedule and we will continue to be successful. Have you heard the old saying, “Absence makes the heart grow fonder?” For me, this is very true because I miss you! Education isn’t education without the interaction of students and teachers. I have known 40 years of students going back to 1973, but nothing can compare with you. I will miss your friendship, hellos, energy, laughter, respect and the kindness that you display every day. The Class of 2020 will long
be remembered for their accomplishments and contributions to EHS. For me, they are the seniors that I will take my last walk with. Even before March 12, they were special and I look forward to seeing them when they graduate to again see and experience just how special they truly are. Thank you Eureka High School for your friendship and the memories that I will forever cherish. It has been a pleasure and privilege to be here with you for the past fie years. Good luck to you, good health to you and God Bless You! Sincerely, Charlie Crouther
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These numbers sum up the accomplishments of the Class of 2020 Sam Dial, reporter
There were 405 seniors at Eureka High School this year.
The average GPA of a senior class is 3.0. Eureka’s Class of 2020 average is 3.375.
EHS seniors have an average ACT score of 24, more than three points higher than the national average.
At Eureka this year, more than 1,000 AP exams were completed.
More than 125 seniors completed the A+ program, meaning they had above 95% attendance and tutored for at least 50 hours.
The senior class donated 34,153 cans to local food banks through Student Council’s annual canned food drive.
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robyn’s retirement After 30 years of teaching at Eureka, Robyn Stellhorn announces her retirement Natalie Criswell, reporter
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fter 30 years of working at EHS, Robyn Stellhorn, Art, has decided to retire. Stellhorn began working at Eureka in 1989 and has enjoyed living her teaching dream. She began her teaching passion with both degrees in English and Journalism before moving to the Art department where she most recently taught. She also taught a literature night course for three years at Missouri Baptist University. “I thoroughly enjoyed advising The Bugle for 10 years,” Stellhorn said. “But spending so many hours after school took time away
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from my priority--family.” In 2000, her middle daughter was born and Stellhorn decided to focus more time on her family, working part-time for a few years to grant more time to motherhood. Stellhorn also has a son at Eureka, Zach (12), who committed himself to Truman State University to major in Marketing, leaving the last trace of the Stellhorn family at EHS. Stellhorn has worked as a photography teacher where she helps students spark interest in potential art-related futures. Stellhorn marks her 2017
EHS Teacher of the Year win and the opportunities to speak at two national conventions as some of the highlights in her teaching career. Interacting with students is what Stellhorn is going to miss most about teaching at EHS. Being around students is why she teaches. “Teaching was a calling for me,” Stellhorn said. “And I was right. I did what I was created to do.” Stellhorn plans to stay busy during retirement as she will start supervising student teachers at Central Methodist University in hopes to share her passion with young students.
Teaching was a calling for me. And I was right. I did what I was created to do. - Robyn Stellhorn, art teacher
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Senior Column 2020: Leaving a mark
Taylor Werges Social Media Editor
As I sit here writing my senior column I’m in tears because it is bittersweet. I have accomplished everything I set out to do but this is the one “last” I was not ready for. I do not know how to summarize incredible memories made in four years. When I walked into 704 my freshmen year I remember being in awe of the seniors on staff. I looked up to the editors and watched their passion for journalism, spark my love for it as well. I remember feeling as if I was part of a family and was where I was meant to be. I went to every graduation to take pictures and watched the Portrait of a Wildcat be made for every graduating class. Those moments stick out because of the sense of Eureka pride I felt every time. When I think about my time with the Eureka Journalism program I can’t help but smile from ear-to-ear. I had a burning desire to become everything those editors were when I was a freshman and then I finally did. I was hungry and passionate about journalism, I knew it’s what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.
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My biggest supporter and role model has been my advisor, Brent Pearson, he knew how much passion I had for journalism and never failed to help me fuel the fire. Without him, I would not have been given so many amazing opportunities. I am so thankful for all the opportunities this program has given me, from covering Friday night football to championship games and the solar eclipse, I feel like I’ve experienced it all. However, my favorite memory will always be getting to travel to Washington D.C. for the National High School Journalism Convention. I don’t think I stopped smiling from the minute we landed in D.C. to the moment we got back in St. Louis. As corny as it sounds, I made memories to last a lifetime and to get me through the tough times, like writing my senior column at home, not in Room 704. Like this current time, high school has been a wild ride. From freshman to senior year I have grown so much as a person, athlete, and journalist. High school was filled with ups and downs but I don’t regret a
second because it’s made me who I am today. I know there are more memories to be made and the best is yet to come; however, through it, all high school has been the best four years yet.I would not be able to say that if it weren’t for my amazing teammates on cross country and track, my supportive family, my amazing friends, and the best desk buddies in Room 704. At Eureka, I was not just Taylor Werges on EHS-Hub, I was a runner. I ran cross country and track for all four years. However, most people who know me know running is not one of my strengths, and journalism is my calling. While I wasn’t a varsity runner at state, I loved every minute of being on that team. I felt so much pride wearing that purple jersey. I know I’ll never get to play in the homecoming powderpuff game, cheer in the Catpound, or put on that EHS-Hub lanyard again but I’m so thankful for all the times I did. A piece of my heart will always be in Room 704. This is Taylor Werges, Social Media Editor, signing off.
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Senior Column 2020 Leaving a mark Ethan Fine, Editor-in-Chief
My first experience with the Journalism department of EHS came on the day of my freshman orientation. We were given 10 minutes in each of our classes to get to know the teacher and be prepared for our first day of school. I walked into my first-hour class and it was empty with the exception of the teacher. I took a seat, thinking I was early and I anxiously waited for my fellow Journalism Writing & Reporting classmates to arrive. They never did. I learned that I was actually the only freshman in the class...So on my first day of high school, during my first class, I stepped into a room of upperclassmen and entered the world of journalism. I haven’t looked back since. Journalism was unlike anything I ever experienced. It was raw, it was truthful, it was bitter and heartfelt all at once. The power of words was the most powerful one could ever get. I loved writing, but this was a whole new level. It involved storytelling, ed-
iting, cameras and learning. I remember asking to photograph varsity football my sophomore year. It was an innocent question, something I thought could be fun as I was just getting the hang of photography. I was told there was no way I could shoot varsity football, but they needed a photographer for girls tennis. So I became the photographer for girls tennis. After seeing some of my shots, I was allowed to shoot one varsity football game. And after seeing those shots, I got a camera upgrade and was asked to shoot every football game since that October night of sophomore year. The point of that anecdote isn’t to brag or boast. I was just that hungry to learn about journalism, to soak up everything I could about this new world. Nothing was going to stand in my way. I wrote stories about everything. I interviewed everyone. I put in hours upon hours of work. It wasn’t to boost my grade. It was because I loved what I was doing. It didn’t feel like work. I became Editor-in-Chief during my sophomore year of high school. To say I was skeptical about the role would be an understatement. I was terrified. But, for the love of journalism, I gladly accepted the position that I’ve been in for three years now. At this point in the column, I feel lost. I could tell you how indescribable these past four years were or how a free press is the cornerstone of a democracy. But I won’t bore you.
Instead, I just want to highlight a couple of the things I’ve learned during my pursuit of scholastic journalism. First off, I’ve learned how important communication is. Communication is key in all aspects of life. I’ve tried avoiding communication to avoid conflict, but I can assure you that makes it much worse. Journalism has taught me to talk it out. Communication resolves everything. Second, I’ve learned how important it is to be uncomfortable. Being uncomfortable pushes you to grow. If you stay in your comfort zone, you will never grow as a person. Every day, I’m uncomfortable. Something about the day’s tasks scares me or catches me off guard. But I push past it. And every day, I grow a little more as a person. Lastly, I’ve learned about people. I’ve learned how to talk to people, how to be a voice for the voiceless. I’ve learned just how crucial it is to tell peoples’ stories. I could write about my journalism experiences forever. I could write about how I was a little freshman live reporting on the Homecoming Pep Assembly via Twitter or how I have interviewed crying athletes more times than I can count. I could tell you the story of the time I wrote an article that caused social media uprisings or the time I met my best friends from journalism. Of course I could tell you all these stories, I’m a storyteller. With roughly 190 published pieces from EHS alone, I already have more stories than I know what to do with. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey. To everyone I’ve interviewed, to every teacher that’s let me leave class for journalism. To everyone who let me edit their papers and listened to me complain about their grammar. To Quincy, Lauren and Josh, thank you for teaching me to not take everything too seriously. To Brent Pearson, my incredible adviser who spends every day pushing me to do better in everything I do. To Eureka High School, thank you for making me who I am today.
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CLASS OF Arizona State University Hannah Grossnicklaus Joe Nortman Kaleb Hustedde
Fontbonne University Mackenzie Schumacher Devin Schneider Holly Pearce
Baker University Ben Stubblefield
Grand Canyon University Josh Hawkinson
Ball State University Hope Kleitsch
Greenville University Blake Thebeau
Baylor University Abby Carroll
Harding University Marvin Brown
Bellarmine University Jensen Kitrel
Harris Stowe State University Tre’shur Willingham
Boston Conservatory at Berklee Monica Zesch Butler University Emma Bauman College of Charleston Mackenna Busam College of the Ozarks Quinn Roberts Colorado State University Blake Bayless Concordia University-Wisconsin Augustine Herrmann Culver Stockton College Brianna Eissman DePaul University Keaton Moore Drury University Natalie Jones East Central Community College Connor Brown Eastern Kentucky University Sydney Bartels
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Emerson College Annika Herbert
Illinois Institute of Technology Jillian Oligschlaeger Illinois State University Anna Fascetti Katherine Baremore Natalie Esgar Kenzie Himstedt Indiana State University Grace Martin Johns Hopkins University Atharva Bhagwat Lehigh University Justin Watson Liberty University Abby Toth Lydia Greenhagen Lindenwood University Abby Fletcher Hope Smith Jon Ascrizzi Luke Dickhaus Sydney Reid Loyola University Sam Alvillar Maryville University Jamie Knight Military Corey Higgins Kaleb Henry Taylor Kelley
Missouri State University Bryenna Walker Camryn Voss Ethan Timm Evan Jenkinson Kayla Fink Lainey Seymour Lili Hayes Mackenzi White Mara Anselm Olivia Phillips Peyton Burke Ryan Santoni Samantha Hiebsch Sugar Buechler Taylor Werges Missouri University of Science and Technology Andrew Cazzaniga Cody Frerichs Connor Hallemann Declan Ortinau Hannah Feltz Nathan Jennings Nicholas Kollar Missouri Western State University Cortez Young Moberly Area Community College Dylan Corcoran Brendan Meyers
Murray State University Maggie Shooltz Ohio University Morgan Beatty Oklahoma Christian University Bailey Walka Ottawa University Joshua Alexander Paul Mitchell Cosmetology School Grace Wagner Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Alison Abernathie Southeast Missouri State University Alexis Wibbenmeyer Allyson Dell Anna Massey Cole Huntley Hayden Henleben Kileigh Grisham Kyle Miller Marissa Kirk Southern Arkansas University Madison Pogue
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2020 University of Iowa Avery Hanson University of Kansas Demi Fine Elena Banan Ella Harley Elley Starks Kyle Kissel Lauren Calarco Lisa Peters Palmer Parish Regan Reed
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Marissa Payne St. Ambrose University Nick Plattner St. Louis Community College Ali Indelicato Alliyah Sweeney Ashley Shore Cailey Dillow Chris Carroll Hannah Berger Harry Hill Isabella Mourer Jack Lenzen Jackson Garner Jhalon Asher-Sanders Lily Cagle-Jackson Maddie Helterbrand Matthew Clendenning Robert Jakcsy Samuel Dial Serena Aubuchon Sevauna Stageman Spencer Maitland Sydney Mayer The Ohio State University Adia Holtman Truman State University Abby Wise Clare Schickler Ishita Sarode
Jacob Liebmann John Dames Keridan Grossrau Kevin Luft Megan Mocker Michael Walka Olivia Baumann Teddy Bielecki Zach Stellhorn United States Air Force Academy Eric Rhoades United States Naval Academy Julia Collins University of Alabama Hannah Hiles Riley Jackson University of Arizona Josh Baker University of Arkansas Dominic Armijo Josh Hollis Katie Musgraves William Guccione University of Central Missouri Alyssa Neustaedter University of Colorado-Boulder Morgan Coaley
University of Kentucky Ashley Lord Lauren Cross Sydney Thurman University of Limerick Alexis Darnell University of Michigan Coreyn Mason University of Minnesota Twin-Cities Erin Gwaltney Ethan Fine University of Missouri-Columbia Aaron Caldo Alex Ties Andrew Holtz Audrey Brown Audrey Creason Boden Ross Brayden Boulay Brock Evans Brock Montpetit Brooke Gentry Celia Remspecher Cynthia Khoukaz Dominic Facenda Elise Moger Emily Schlittler Gabe Schneider Graham DuBois Isaac Wengler Jack Burke Jack Kunkel Jackie Osias Jacob Meyerkord John Berry
Jordan Hrabko Julia Davis Kennedy Demoulin Lauren Blunt Lauren Guest Lindsey Lawrence Matty Murawski Noelle DeRennaux Paige Weckherlin Ryan Clausius Sarah Birkenmeyer Sarah Silvernail Tara Pahl Zach Holtz
University of MissouriKansas City Luke Hughes University of MissouriSt. Louis Andrew Moran August Mantia Kaley Steger Lauren Munn Logan Hajec University of Oregon Alexia Ramirez University of Tulsa Austin Belloli University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Ciara Hynes Alyce Koch Washington University Hawa Muhando Western University Jacob Fenn Westminster College Elsen Witte Nolan Deane Natalie Archambault William Jewell Ethan Valenti
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Senior Column 2020: Leaving a mark
My four years of high school cannot be described by one word. Those years consisted of change, fear, love, sadness, happiness and growth. At the start of my freshman year, I was this shy, quiet, skinny girl who seemed like a loner. I didn’t have a ton of friends and I was scared to interact. Many bad things happened to me that year, including losing my Papa to brain cancer. It wasn’t the best, but I was successful in school, I created new friendships and I still had my core people to help me through it all. Sophomore year is when everything started to turn around. Although it still wasn’t the best, I became independent and put myself out there. I had built relationships with tons of new people, continued to have a 4.0, and finally started growing as an individual. It was tough losing my Grandma Judy that year, but I knew she would want me to be happy. One thing I struggled with most during high school was happiness. My life felt like it was constantly changing, and I was dealing with my own personal battles. My summer
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going into junior year was a time when I realized that my happiness should be a personal priority. At that point, things started going up from there. Junior year was when I finally was living the life I wanted to live. One thing I never really had was a solid friend group, but I felt as if I had multiple my junior year. I was very happy with where I was and who I was. Somewhere along the way, things had fallen apart. I dedicated so much of my time to yearbook and school while trying to have a good personal life. My grades started slipping and some solid relationships I had were fading. I didn’t feel like I fit in with my own life and I tried to perceive situations more positively than I should have. However, this was only a bump in the road. I grew close relationships with some people who really helped my life become better and I became a strong individual during my senior year. I was independent, living on a barely-home schedule, discovered real self-love and was infatuated with life. Schoolwork was doable, my summer job turned
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into an all-year job, I became Photo Editor of Eureka Journalism and my personal life was flourishing. Although I was living a very outgoing, extroverted type of life, that wasn’t the most significant thing about my senior year. In fact, it’s that I wasn’t shy anymore. It feels good to be a person where people can actually put a personality with my name instead of making assumptions. I didn’t change a whole lot these past four years, but I am proud to have grown into a better me. So, I have some advice. First, most feelings and situations aren’t permanent, so remember it’s not the end of the world even if it lasts a long time. Secondly, it’s okay to put yourself first. Sometimes you need to focus on your mental health and your life before focusing on others. Third, change is inevitable, so accept it rather than fight it. You may feel a sense of denial, but it is better to focus on moving forward instead of getting stuck. Lastly, your happiness should ALWAYS be important.
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Recognizing our Wildcats
Audrey Brown, reporte Jake McCollum
Jacob McCollum (12) prepares to tackle his opponent against Parkway South, Sept. 27, 2019. Photo by Ethan Fine.
McCollum participated in wrestling and football during his time at EHS. His senior year of football, he earned Conference Defensive Player of the Year and was named to the All-State First Team. As a wrestler, he placed fourth in state junior year and second in state senior year. McCollum was named Eureka’s 2020 Male Athlete of the Year. What is your favorite part about playing sports at Eureka? My favorite thing about playing sports at Eureka is it is always about something bigger than the individual. What is one moment you are most proud of? Junior year, there was this guy who beat me in wrestling five times in a row. In districts, I finally beat him. It was at the very end of the match and it was a just a pretty cool moment. What is your favorite memory of competing for Eureka? My favorite memory is the summer workouts for football and just grinding with the boys. That’s where we learned how to work with each other and grew lasting relationships outside of football.
Annika Herbert Annika Herbert (12) dribbles down the court against Rockwood Summit, Jan. 7. Photo by Sevauna Stageman.
Herbert played basketball all four years at EHS and lacrosse her freshman year. She was twice named to the All-Conference First Team and named to the All-District Team three times. Her senior year, she celebrated her 1,000th career point. She was also named to the Academic All-State team this year. What is your favorite part about playing sports at Eureka? My favorite part about playing sports at Eureka is the sense of community within the team and also from my friends and teachers who support me. What is one moment you are most proud of? Whenever I did score my 1,000th point, a lot of my friends and family came to the game so it was really fun to experience that with them. What is your favorite memory of competing for Eureka? There was one tournament game in Warrenton that went into four overtimes and I didn’t come out of that game once. The game started late already so by the time we finally secured the win, it was nearly midnight! Jillian Oligschlaeger
Jillian Oligschaleger (12) plays a long ball against Cor Jesu, April 29, 2019. Photo by Jordan Hrabko.
Oligschlaeger played golf, basketball, and soccer. She was a medalist in districts for golf twice. In basketball, was named to the Academic All-State Team. She was part of the 2017 girls soccer team that won State as well as the 2018 team that placed third. Oligschlaeger was named Eureka’s 2020 Female Athlete of the Year. What is your favorite part about playing sports at Eureka? Playing high school sports is such a unique and meaningful experience to have. When you win, it’s with the name Eureka on your jersey.
What is one moment you are most proud of? In 2018, the soccer team beat Lindbergh in overtime to go back to the Final Four. I feel that beating Lindbergh showed us that we were a team that wasn’t just technically and physically good, but also mentally. What is your favorite memory of competing for Eureka? I am going to say winning a State championship in 2017. Everytime I see the video and pictures of the end of that game, it gives me chills.
Zach Holtz Zach Holtz (12) readies himself to swing against Washington, May 13, 2019. Photo by Ethan Fine.
Holtz played soccer and baseball during his four years at Eureka. His junior year, he was named to the All-Conference Second Team in baseball. He was also part of the All-Conference Second Team for boys soccer his senior year. What is your favorite part about playing sports at Eureka? My favorite part about playing sports at Eureka is having teammates. I loved how all my teammates felt like they were a family to me both in season and after the season. What is one moment you are most proud of? My senior year when we were playing Lafayette, I was playing with a heavy heart to honor my summer baseball teammate that passed away the day before. I pushed up from defense and I ended up scoring the game winning goal that night. What is your favorite memory of competing for Eureka? One of the best ones is when I hit a lead off triple to start off the game in Busch Stadium.
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Four Years of Significance Historical Moments for the Class of 2020
Photo by Ethan Fine
Freshman Year
Sept. 1, 2016 Colin Kaepernick takes a knee at the San Francisco 49ers final NFL preseason game in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and against police brutality. Jan. 20, 2017 Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 45th president of the U.S. Jan. 21, 2017 The worldwide Women’s March, regarding humans’ rights and other issues, becomes the largest single-day protest in U.S. history. May 2, 2017 Record level flood waters start creeping up in the Eureka and Pacific communities, sending residents and businesses up in peril.“The flooding made me realize just how fortunate we all are to have all that we have,” Anna Schlegel (12) said. “We need to be thankful for the things we take for granted every day. It also made me realize that I should always help others when they are struggling.” June 3, 2017 The Eureka Girls Varsity Soccer Team wins against Lee’s Summit North, making them the Class 4 State Champions and fourthstraight district champions.
Sophomore Year
Aug. 21, 2017 A total solar eclipse, also known as the “Great American Eclipse,” reaches totality in the path of St. Louis. It was the first visible total eclipse in the U.S. since Feb. 1979. “It was definitely a historical moment,” Collin Wren (12) said. “When everything went dark, I was just amazed. I knew I wouldn’t witness something like that again for a long time, so I just tried to take it all in. It made me kind of just slow down and appreciate nature more.”
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Oct. 1, 2017 A shooter opens fire on the Route 91 Harvest music festival in Las Vegas, NV killing 58 people and wounding 413 others. It becomes the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history to be committed by a single individual. May 19, 2018 Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan Markle are the second British royal couple to be married within the decade, making Markle the first American or biracial individual to become a member of the royal family.
Junior Year
Nov. 3, 2018 The EHS Girls Varsity Volleyball team places first in State Championships, marking the first time the team has gone to districts since 1996. Dec. 22, 2018 - Jan. 25, 2019 The government is shut down for 35 days, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, due to a dispute between the White House and Congress over a settlement on an appropriations bill. The bill was intended to provide funds for different government agencies and programs. Feb. 22, 2019 The Varsity Eureka Hockey team wins the 2019 Founders Cup, making it the first championship the team has ever won. Apr. 15, 2019 The Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, France burns after a fire started, officials say, in the roof. It was the first time since the French Revolution that the building had undergone extensive damage. June 12, 2019 The St. Louis Blues win the NHL Stanley Cup for the first time. They were opposed by the Boston Bruins
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whom they had lost to 49 years earlier in the same tournament.
Senior Year
Sept. 4, 2019 An intruder alarm goes off in Eureka High School due to a malfunction in the school’s new emergency phone system, sparking a strong response from the student body. “I remember having to calm the students around me,” Mackenzi White (12) said. “I was desperately trying to remember the rally points for my school. I was scared about another incident like this happening. I’ve learned that in those times, the only way to survive is to stick together and stay strong.” Dec. 14, 2019 California wildfire officials announce the end to the massive wildfires that spanned the entire year. The catastrophe left 259,823 acres devastated from 7,860 fires. Dec. 18, 2019 The House of Representatives votes to impeach President Donald Trump on two articles of impeachment, making him the third president in U.S. history to be impeached. March 15, 2020 Rockwood School District announces the indefinite closure of its schools due to the 2020 COVID-19 coronavirus. “It’s definitely been a bummer missing this last bit of school. I had been looking forward to Prom and Graduation through all of high school,” JC Sherman (12) said. “I’ve had an awesome experience at EHS over the past few years; I’ve gotten to know a ton of awesome people and I’ve learned so much. I think this has shown that there are some things that we can live without. COVID-19 has also left us just hoping to hear it’s all over! But in that respect, I guess it has maybe taught us some patience too.”
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Trends from 2016 to 2020 Ali Pate, reporter
Every year, it seems a new trend or fad takes over the world. And every year, this trend hits the halls of Eureka. From 2016 until 2020, here are some of the craziest trends we’ve seen. In 2016, trends included the famous “Mannequin Challenge” to the song “Black Beatles” by Rae Sremmurd, millions of Harambe memes and the iconic “Water Bottle Flip Challenge.” Then, 2017 became the year of slime, Fidget Spinners, overnight superstar Danielle Bregoli’s phrase, “Cash Me Outside.” With 2018 came more fashion trends than anything else. From biker shorts, to Yeezy shoes to translucent bags and shoes being introduced in Fashion Weeks all over the world. “Yelling ‘Kobe!’ [was one of my favorite trends,]” Darius Warren (12) said. The year 2018 brought the dangerous trend of eating Tide Pods, which are laundry detergent capsules meant for washing clothes. Fashion trends came back in 2019 when mom jeans, Birkenstocks, Crocs, cheetah print and friendship bracelets all made comebacks. VSCO, the photo-sharing app, took off along with the term “VSCO girl.” In 2020, Air Force Ones, tiedye and Brandy Melville are the biggest trends. One of the most talked about trends, Tik Tok, is a new viral sensation for people of all ages. “This year, I absolutely love and have an obsession to Tik Tok,” Kileigh Grisham (12) said. ‘The ‘For the Boys’ trend is really popular nowadays,” Avery
Hanson (12) said. The phrase is often used to describe why someone does an action. Whether it was a strange dance move or a silly catchphrase, these are just some of the trends that the Class of 2020 is sure to remember forever.
On Wellness Day, students made friendship bracelets, a popular 2019 trend. Friendship bracelets became popular during the summer during the ‘VSCO’ girl trend. Photo by Ethan Fine.
Vans and Converse are shoes that have grown in popularity in the past four years. Photo by Tre’shur Willingham.
Maison Stanley and Marin Lashley wear oversize shirts, Crocs and Birkenstocks, which were popular ‘VSCO’ girl trends during 2019. Photo by Tre’shur Willingham.
Air Force Ones are a popular shoe for students in 2020. Photo by Tre’shur Willingham.
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Eureka Journalism Senior Profiles Ethan Fine Editor-in-Chief
“The most significant thing I’ve learned throughout the past four years of high school is just how important it is to be kind. It sounds basic, but when you’re kind, you can talk to anyone, understand anyone and help anyone. Being kind makes you approachable and enjoyable. In every situation, I’ve learned it’s always best to be kind.”
Jordan Hrabko Photo Editor
“Your happiness is priceless. Although many situations are out of my control, I’ve learned that some things aren’t worth the expense of my well-being. If I’m happy and the people I care about are happy, then life is good.”
Mara Anselm Design Editor
“I’ve learned that it’s okay not to be perfect. I was a huge perfectionist when it came to school and I was always so stressed out. Now I know that it’s okay if I mess up and that it’s not the end of the world.”
Luke Hughes Reporter
“Eureka has taught me that no matter how many kids go to Eureka there is always a small town feel. A feeling that everyone has your back and community will come together no matter what.”
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Taylor Werges Social Media Editor
“The past four years have been full of lessons but the most important is to live life with passion. Be eager to take on any challenge that comes your way. Whatever you do, go all in. Whether its traveling or journalism I’ve learned to have a great passion for it. I believe passion is what makes life interesting.”
Sevauna Stagemen Yearbook Editor-in-Chief “One significant thing I’ve learned in high school is that you can do anything you set your mind to. I never thought I could be Editor-in-Chief of the yearbook, but through a lot of hard work I made that dream happen.”
Carter Hutchinson Executive Producer
“I think the most important thing I have learned over the years at Eureka is that it’s more than just a high school. Whether it is coming together twice to help battle flooding in the city or Friday nights for football, the city and high school always feel connected. It’s one of the reasons I have become so attached to Eureka and will miss my time here.”
Audrey Brown Reporter
“One significant thing I’ve learned throughout high school is that you should make the most of your relationships with friends, classmates and teachers because it goes by so fast.”
senior edition Tre’shur Willingham Reporter
Keaton Moore Reporter and Cartoonist
Cade Bigham Broadcast
Collin Wren Broadcast
Jack Miller Executive Producer
Dylan Corcoran Broadcast
“Know who your true friends are.”
”One thing I’ve learned over my four years is that as long as your comfortable, status doesn’t matter.”
Clare Schickler Yearbook
Samuel Dial Reporter
“I’ve learned to cherish the moments I’ve had with people because they don’t last forever.”
“One significant thing I’ve learned in my four years of high school is that even if you don’t get the results you wanted, people still appreciate the effort and determination you had to achieve your goals.”
“The most significant thing I’ve learned throughout high school is that nothing is consistent and things will change. You just have to change with them. Nothing is permanent and even though sometimes change seems like a bad thing for the most part it’s good. It leads you to bigger and better things.
“One thing I have learned at EHS is that Eureka gives you so many opportunities to be yourself and express who you are. I have also learned the significance of getting to school at 8:28.”
“One significant thing I’ve learned through high school is how to be more confident in myself.”
“The most significant thing I learned in the past four years of high school was to always appreciate where you are.”
Dev Nayak Broadcast
“You could be anywhere in the world with your best friends. Whether it’s the school lunchroom or a mexican resort, you know you’ll have a good time.”
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Girls class of 2020 participate in senior night, May 21, 2019. Photo: Grace Wagner.
Mr. EHS contestants pose for a photo, Jan. 30, 2020. Photo: Jordan Hrabko.
Joshua Hollis performs with the band during the homecoming pep assembly, Sept. 27, 2019. Photo: Jordan Hrabko.
for the class of 2020 Varsity Hockey wins the Founders Cup Championship, Feb. 22, 2019. Photo: Ethan Fine.
Powder Puff participants pose for a photo after the game, Sept. 26, 2020.
Lindsay Lawrence screams with her fellow cheerleaders against Fort Zumwalt, Aug. 24, 2020. Photo: Sevauna Stageman.
Varsity Girls Volleyball advances to the State Championship after winning against Francis Howell Central, Oct. 27, 2018.