Volleyball team beats three, qualifies for state competition

Emmy McManigal, Features Editor
November 7, 2011

During Sub-state volleyball this year, Holton stole the show. Beating out Perry, Hayden and Wamego, the girls placed first in Sub-state and headed to Salina. Before state, Holton’s record was 39-3. “I think the season is going very well, and the proof shows in our record and the fact that we won... Read more »

Lee copes with new customs, language

Emily Nevil, Features Editor
November 7, 2011

Seong Guon Lee, 10, is a foreign exchange student currently attending Holton High School until the end of this semester. Lee’s life in the United States is a bit harder than his life back in Korea. He has to learn how to understand people here and the school system. He also had to get used to different... Read more »

FCA means faith, friends, fun even at Worlds of Fun

Danica Haverkamp, News Editor
November 7, 2011

“You are now on the Mamba, the tallest ride at Worlds of Fun. Please keep your hands inside at all times, and remember to have fun. We are on our way on the Mamba. Stay safe at Worlds of Fun. Ride on.” This is what everybody hears before they get on a ride at Worlds of Fun, but you would hear maybe... Read more »

Mansion creates thrills for students

Sam Riley, Retrospect Editor
November 7, 2011

Walking up the driveway like molasses in the winter, your heart beating out of your chest, and out of the darkness you see a silhouette of an old man. Sound like a familiar situation? You probably already know exactly what I’m talking about, right? You guessed it- the Davis Mansion. Halloween is almost... Read more »

Be a hero – Save a life

Jordan Beightal, Retrospect Editor
November 7, 2011

Each and every year we have a blood drive, and each and every year you hear the announcement come over the intercom system telling athletes that they are not to donate blood. My question is… is one night of practice worth more than saving lives? No – I’m no athlete, but I feel like I have the right... Read more »

Motivational Speaker

Emily Nevil, Features Editor
November 4, 2011

Many people may wonder why others are the way they are, or what made them that way. Holton High School had the honor to have Judge Tommy Webb come speak to the school, Jackson Heights High School joined in as well to listen. Webb spoke to the schools about his life in Korea and how he adjusted to the... Read more »