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Seniors Advice to Freshman

September 8, 2025

HHS teachers and seniors gave advice to Freshman on Thursday August 28 to help them navigate their first year on new terrain.

Mrs. Cook, the government teacher, said, ” They need to do their work, be nice, and make a good first Impression.”

Mr. Thompson, Spanish teacher, said, ” How you act and what you do follows you throughout your high school years and their reputation will reflect. Don’t be self absorbed.”

Fernando Romero- Rodriguez, senior, “Speaking from experience, freshmen should value the present, take their time, look around, and don’t take your friends for granted. You’ll never know if it’ll be your last time seeing them.”

Kent Teeter, weights teacher, said, “Freshman should be involved because you’ll interact with more people and meet other people. You never know if there is common interest and who you will connect and make new friends and make better memories.”

Levi Ross, senior, believes its important to be yourself, “High school likes to put standards into you. Don’t apologize to anyone for being you.”

Bella Galliart , senior, encouraged freshman to play well with other. “Don’t get on other people’s bad side.” She also stressed the importance of doing their work. “Don’t fall behind,” she said.
Chalk Up the Kindness

September 5, 2025

The Holcomb High School student athletes had some fun Monday, September 1st, doing sidewalk chalk. Outside the high school, there are numerous drawings spreading love and positivity in honor of suicide prevention month.

Holcomb’s students took initiative, meeting together to chalk up the kindness! What started with the NHS members blossomed into many sports teams and clubs coming to the high school to spread their messages.

Hailey Medina, senior, wanted to make a positive change. She said, “I think it’s important for everyone to know that they are loved and feel welcomed into our school.”

The students of Holcomb High School have experienced loss in many ways. Working through the deaths of beloved classmates, students have come to recognize how important mental health is. Through this activity, the students aim to spread as much love as possible to let people know that they are seen and heard.

Malia Ruda, senior, said, “Originally I had planned on doing a sunflower because Cassie loved sunflowers and Kayleen liked yellow, but then I changed my mind and did a sun. I wanted to encourage people to smile and give hope to people to believe in themselves.” Malia thought this event as a whole brightened people’s day. “I saw people smiling as they walked in, and it for sure made a positive effect.”

Not only did the students of HHS want to spread their love, staff was also involved. Sponsors and coaches were with the students all the way, encouraging them and inspiring them.

Mrs. Gifford, counselor, said “I hope the words help our students feel the positivity and that they are loved and appreciated here at HHS.” Mrs. Gifford felt like it was a good visual reminder that you’re not alone.

Mrs. Barrett, volleyball coach and math teacher, said “Mrs. Fritz reached out to get groups to come out for the extended weekend and when we asked the seniors to join in, they jumped at the idea and came an hour early to practice.”

Mrs. Fritz, Holcomb’s NHS sponsor and English teacher, said, “I set up this event in order to spread love, kindness, and awareness during the month of September. I feel that mental health is important and something that should be recognized.” Mrs. Fritz reached out to other club sponsors to give them an opportunity to participate, whether at the school or in their own neighborhoods. When asked if she would do this project again, given the chance, she said, “Of course I would!”
The First Day of School

August 26, 2025

Holcomb students and staff returned to school yesterday because, though many are reluctant to admit it, summer is over.

Aidan Unruh-Larson, senior, felt mid about returning. He is most looking forward to his college class. “Because I really like welding,” he said in a monotone. He will be participating in HALO and FFA this year because these clubs allow him to get more involved in the school. He is sad, though, because the end of summer means no more fishing.

Kynadee Ramsey, junior, is most looking forward to dance and show choir. “I’m not sure what my plans are for after high school,” she said, so she will spend this year pursing different options.

Brylie Kathman, sophomore, seemed neutral about returning to school. “I showed livestock over the summer,” she said.

Some students are more excited to be back than others.

Aadyn Rivera, freshman, was excited to be back. “I like school,” he said.

Trey Teeter, head football coach, had a fast and enjoyable summer filled with vacations and weights. “I’m most excited for the new kids and the opportunities that await them.”

Other teachers have personal agendas for the school year.

Mr. Scheibvogel, science teacher, is looking forward to spreading awareness about ocean acidification this year through his classes. “Because it’s a big problem.” But even more than environmental education, he is looking forward to his wedding this year. Whether he will change his last name or not is still anyone’s guess.