Facing a new chapter: 8th graders goals and fears before going to high school

As another school year comes to an end, one batch of students leaves while another enters. Being in a whole new environment can be overwhelming for this year's incoming freshman. Heather Wiidakas, Cresthill Middle School counselor said, “The biggest thing that kids are concerned about when going to high school is that the school is...

Under the sea at prom

Prom: a very well-known and iconic part of the high school experience.The fancy outfits, nice dinners, the photos, it all comes in a package. Last year, COVID-19 took that experience away for the class of 2020 and 2021. However, for this year's seniors, they finally got their prom. HR had its first prom in two...

HR’s newest cosmetology course addition

In the upcoming fall of 2021, the cosmetology course will become accessible to students across the district, bringing another change to the DCSD community. The course consists of a 2 year commitment that focuses on hair, esthetician and nail technician skills, engaging students in 1500 hours of preparation for future real world experiences. The inspiration...

There’s more than just college

While many seniors who graduate high school go straight off to college, there are some who pursue other ventures instead. Whether it is taking a gap year, joining the military, going straight into the workforce, or attending trade school, there are lots of alternative options that can provide good opportunities for people looking to do...

Women’s strong renaissance in music

Women’s History Month is now over, but the legacy and impact women have had on art, media, and politics will last forever. Last decade was a time for women to have a  substantial impact on me, the music industry, and the world. Aretha Franklin, Madonna, Kate Bush, and others have influenced a generation of popular...

Behind the mats: a look into the cheer team

They lift, toss, tumble, and cheer. Not just as sideline support, but as a team who endured the struggles and success to reach the top. HR’s varsity cheer team placed ninth in the state competition at the Broadmoor World Arena in Colorado Springs on March 26, 2021. But as the competition got pushed back, it...

Girls Basketball continues its dominant tradition

As another winter comes to an end, so does an exciting and successful girls basketball season for HR. This past winter, the girls basketball team made it back to the final four in the state tournament, cementing their legacy as one of the most dominant teams HR has ever seen, making the final four in...

March Madness Recap

10. Alabama nailing a buzzer beater to force OT against UCLA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msssZ1Ctspo Video courtesy of NCAA This was only one of two true buzzer beater of the tournament. Although UCLA dominated in overtime, it was a great game that went back and forth in the final minutes, which culminated in a buzzer beater by Alex...

TSA students place in the top five at state

Whether it’s learning to design a robot, develop software, or participate in cyber security, the Technology Student Association (TSA) offers many opportunities that will expand knowledge and skills regarding technology and engineering. Prior to spring break, several students came away having placed in the top five at the TSA state competition. David Canaday and Tyler...

The first mental health week

2020 was a year filled with surprises, and one pandemic later almost no one can say they have come out unfazed. HR is no different, as the student body, staff, and administration have watched six Ranch students be taken from us in a variety of unthinkable ways. From suicides to illnesses, these deaths have left...