Elly Wira

Voices in the halls: How old were you the last time the Bengals went to the Super Bowl?

Kenzie Henegar, Abigail Hudson, Elly Wira, and Sara Price
January 31, 2022

‘Return to Hogwarts Reunion’ resparks magic in the hearts of many

Elly Wira, Staff
January 13, 2022

For the past 10 years, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry has been left unattended but the magic has not left many people’s hearts. From die-hard fans to the occasional watcher, the boy who lived...

Highlands High School considers master schedule options for the 2022-2023 school year

Elly Wira, Staff
December 3, 2021

On November 15, the Site-Based Decision Making Council (SBDM) met to discuss a master possible schedule change at Highlands High School for the 2022-2023 school year. After acknowledging...

Spirit Week rapidly approaches: 9/27 – 10/1

Elly Wira and Chelsie Cooley
September 24, 2021

With homecoming on Saturday, October 2, Spirit Week is coming up quickly. Spirit Week is one of Highlands High School’s events that allow students to show their support towards the school and...

BOOK REVIEW: “Arc of a Scythe” Series – Book One, “Scythe”

Elly Wira, Staff
September 16, 2021

Over the summer, I began to read again, I had forgotten the spark of joy reading gave me. Being able to escape into my own reality with books made my world so much more exciting. My sister - ever the book...

Remembering 9/11: the 20th anniversary of the tragedy

Elly Wira, Staff
September 11, 2021

With the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, Highlands High School History Teacher Kym Grillot reminisced on her memories of what happened. At the time, Grillot was teaching at Bellevue...

Welcoming new teachers to the nest

Elly Wira and Abigail Hudson
September 10, 2021

The sound of the bell ringing, signaling the beginning of the new school year. The strong scent of cleaning supplies sweeps through the air as bodies walk through the doors. This year at Highlands...

PHOTO GALLERY: One Act Second Weekend

Elly Wira, Staff
May 19, 2021

New teachers at Highlands join the nest

Grayson Thomas and Elly Wira
April 14, 2021

New Highlands Teacher Zach Borgman makes cross country move to HHS

Elly Wira, Staff
April 14, 2021

Zachary Borgman is a new face here at Highlands High School. Teaching social studies for almost seven years. This school would’ve been routine for him if it wasn’t for COVID-19. Focusing on AP World...

Book Review: The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Elly Wira, Staff
March 31, 2021

During quarantine, I picked up a lot of habits such as drawing, reading, and, especially, binging movies and TVshows. One of my favorite movies to watch was The Help, starring Emma Stone and Viola...

Book Review: Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck

Elly Wira, Staff
February 26, 2021

Last semester, my Pre-AP English I Advanced class tackled Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. Written in 1937, it provides interesting insight into how the Great Depression affected different people....

Holbrook crushes expectations in Kentucky All-State Jazz Band auditions

Elly Wira and Piper Carmack
January 19, 2021

The churning of butterflies in the stomach like butter. Shaking hands reach for the piano keys and taking a deep breath. The faint whisper of “begin” jolts senses to start. Year after year,...

Bowling team makes big move

Elly Wira, Staff
January 12, 2021

Known for its fearless football team, the other sports and activities at Highlands High School are oftentimes overlooked. One of these uncredited but mighty groups is the bowling team. ...

Bluebird Brew Café makes comeback amidst COVID-19

Elly Wira, Staff
November 11, 2020

The strong smell of coffee fills the halls, the thundering of the trolley on its way to deliver orders. Students excitedly wait in class to get their drink. Things have certainly been...

Cross Country team dominates competition in 2020 season

Elly Wira, Staff
November 5, 2020

In the first meet of the season, the Highlands High School cross country teams team traveled down to Burlington, Kentucky to compete in the Conner Quad race. Landen Fernandez placed second in the...

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Elly Wira, Staff

Voices in the halls: How old were you the last time the Bengals went to the Super Bowl?

‘Return to Hogwarts Reunion’ resparks magic in the hearts of many

Highlands High School considers master schedule options for the 2022-2023 school year

Spirit Week rapidly approaches: 9/27 – 10/1

BOOK REVIEW: “Arc of a Scythe” Series – Book One, “Scythe”

Remembering 9/11: the 20th anniversary of the tragedy

Welcoming new teachers to the nest

PHOTO GALLERY: One Act Second Weekend

New teachers at Highlands join the nest

New Highlands Teacher Zach Borgman makes cross country move to HHS

Book Review: The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Book Review: Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck

Holbrook crushes expectations in Kentucky All-State Jazz Band auditions

Bowling team makes big move

Bluebird Brew Café makes comeback amidst COVID-19

Cross Country team dominates competition in 2020 season

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