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The Hilltopper
The official student news site of Highlands High School

The Hilltopper
The official student news site of Highlands High School

The Hilltopper
Ella Peabody

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief

Ella Peabody is a senior this school year at Highlands. She is putting pen to paper for her fourth and final year, except this time as the Editor-in-Chief. She enjoys writing investigatory pieces, unraveling stories, and supporting solid journalistic writing. Supporting peers and creating a free space is her goal for the journalism program.

Content by Ella Peabody
The Louvre at night, Michael Fousert (courtesy of Unsplash).

Louvre museum in Paris is robbed for the first time in 27 years

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2025
Picture of the U.S Capitol Building, Washington, D.C, where the shutdown decision was made (Courtesy of Darren Halstead, Unsplash).

United States government shutdown enters its third week

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2025
Federal officers patrol city streets on bikes, Clay Banks, Unsplash.

Chicago city and state officials react to Trump’s deployment of troops to cities around the U.S.

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
August 28, 2025
Isa Neufarth (12) points students in the direction of the gym to receive their passports for orientation.

Nest Fest welcomes freshmen to high school life

Ella Peabody and Ady Klosterman
August 11, 2025
February marks the first of 1,000 immediate Park Ranger layoffs, this number may fluctuate.

Park Ranger speaks out amidst national layoff emergency

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2025
Federal employees protest their rights and positions.

Government employee layoffs prompt Russia and China to jump at recruiting resentful Americans

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2025
Picture of burned West Manor St. in Altadena due to fires, picture from L.A Times.

Wildfires devastate L.A county

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2025
A photo of Hurricane-wiped Florida, a coastal Gulf town. (Creative Commons)

Florida native and HHS teacher, Beth Fahlbush, is one of many facing damages due to Milton and Helene

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2024
Julianna Russ, reporting at the Paralympics in Paris. (Provided by Julianna Russ).

HHS Journalism alumna Julianna Russ covers 2024 Paralympics in Paris

Ella Peabody, Sophie Taylor, and Emme Orme
September 11, 2024
Meyer being signed to her position on the board upon election (Hilltopper).

New Vacancy in the Fort Thomas Schools Board of Education

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
August 22, 2024
Photo provided by unsplash.

Journalist Being Held Captive

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2024
Protesters in favor of not banning Tiktok.

TikTok Ban Threats Reach the House, Could it be true?

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2024
Mariemont School logo.

Signs and Signals: Teen takes action at Mariemont High School after indicators of hostility were presented by fellow student

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2024
The cover of the book 25 months.

Strength Beyond Compare: Beth Brubaker’s breast cancer story uncovered in her and husband’s newly released book

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2024
Booth, surrounded by family and friends after her nomination of highschool teacher of the year. Picture provided by FTIS.

Highlands High School teacher of the year: Ms. Kelly Pratt-Booth

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
December 7, 2023
This is the Creative Writing club logo.

The wonder of words: The fun, skill and life lessons learned within the Creative Writing club

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2023

The power of academics, or not?: Kentucky Department of Education’s rating of Highlands High School drops

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2023
A collage of the English department teachers’ plaques.

Unsung heroes: the power of a word

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2023
The U.S capitol building IN Washington DC where these decisions were made.

Impactful Decisions: The Current State of the Expected Government Shutdown

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2023
An empty, teacher-less classroom, picture provided by the National Education Association.

Navigating the challenges of short staffing: HHS and the lack of substitute teachers

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2023
Mr. Code in his classroom, many years ago.

Advancing in Code-fu: Possibly Mr. Code’s last year at HHS

Kaitlyn Ryan and Ella Peabody
September 12, 2023
Kelsey Sentney, smiling cheerfully, ready to teach her passion of culinary arts.

A Flavorful Transition: New Culinary and FACS teacher brings her own culinary technique to Highlands High School

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
August 29, 2023
Recently cleaned restrooms thanks to the custodians of HHS.

A Vandalization Conflict: Ways To Help HHS Custodians by simply doing your part

Kaitlyn Ryan and Ella Peabody
May 25, 2023
Erin Peabody shops for the high in-demand baked goods at the annual Wednesday Ft. Farmers Market.

Farm To Table, Table To Community: Fort Thomas Farmers Market’s brings in new distinct flavors

Ella Peabody and Kaitlyn Ryan
May 18, 2023
A beautiful western landscape, Picture by U.S News And World Report.

Out and About: Most affordable travel destinations this summer

Ella Peabody and Kaitlyn Ryan
May 8, 2023
All our Unsung Heroes, collage made by Ella Peabody

Unsung Heroes wave goodbye: How to thank your teachers in a unique way

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2023
Kings Island statement, picture provided by WLWT5.

Tightening safety: Kings Island imposes higher safety standards

Kaitlyn Ryan and Ella Peabody
April 28, 2023
The Reds and Phillies face off!

Let’s start at the very beginning: Reds Vs. Phillies face off for the first of 4 games

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2023
Some of the Reds players coming back to the dugout after a tremendous play.

Take me out to the Ballgame: The Future of Cincinnati Baseball

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2023
Heidi Vermeil is in the midst of directing culinary class, working hands on with her students.

Unsung Heroes: New HHS Culinary Arts Teacher Brings Fresh, Unexpected Skills to the Kitchen

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2023
Rosenhagen, along with her ever constant, beaming smile.

Unsung Heroes: Supporting others through hidden compassion, constant connection

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2023
The two teams ready to face off in the nervously awaited superbowl LVII.

The last two standing: Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles battle on to Super Bowl LVII

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2023
Bengals vs Bills Divisional round.

How to be tough yet vigilant; Bengals and Bills face off in a game feared by many

Kaitlyn Ryan and Ella Peabody
January 20, 2023
Julie Sarakatsannis and Erika Thomas, together in a long time friendship.

Unsung Heroes: keeping HHS emotions bound together, behind the scenes

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
January 13, 2023
German family decorating their Christmas tree. (picture provided by Britannica)

Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree: The origins and health benefits behind the Christmas tree

Kaitlyn Ryan, Ella Peabody, and Grayson Thomas
December 14, 2022
A picture of the Henry Hosea House entrance, a beautiful historic building but more importantly filled with a kind spirit.

Giving this holiday season: A guide to what you can do to help those in need

Ella Peabody and Kaitlyn Ryan
December 13, 2022
One of the many silently safe hallways that officer Rohlfer dedicates his time to ensure.

Unsung Heroes: An everlasting silence of safety in the halls

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
December 12, 2022
This picture of “Father Frost”, celebrated in both Russia and Asia represents a child being offered a chest of goodies that he’s earned for doing good deeds all year around.

Holiday traditions around the world: What people far and wide do to celebrate holiday festivities

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
December 7, 2022
Freshman Vinny Listerman shoots a free throw after his "and 1."

Undefeated success: HHS boys’ basketball team starts their season off undefeated

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
December 5, 2022
Wassom is in her office on a regular morning, preparing for a full week of grappling with HHS germs.

Unsung Heroes: The unbreakable dedication of a district nurse

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
November 21, 2022
Moore immersed himself in the action, stopping traffic for yet another student.

Unsung Heroes: A crossing guard’s daily impact

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2022
The Varsity Volleyball team stands together with their trophy.

Girls Volleyball team wins Cake Classic tournament

Kaitlyn Ryan and Ella Peabody
September 30, 2022
Hocus Pocus 2 movie poster

The long awaited return: Hocus Pocus 2

Ella Peabody and Kaitlyn Ryan
September 30, 2022
Peggy Steele deep in the organization, ready for another busy day.

Unsung Heroes: The true significance of what it means to be an HHS cafeteria worker

Ella Peabody, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2022
This is a current as well as highschool picture of Ms. Buchanan. Current picture provided by Ella Peabody. High school picture provided by Ellen Buchanan. Abbey McCoy is posing for a picture at her high school graduation. (provided by Abbey McCoy)

Coming Back to The Nest: McCoy and Buchanan come home

Kaitlyn Ryan and Ella Peabody
September 6, 2022
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