Author: Whitley Sway

Whitley Sway is a fourth year journalist at McNicholas High School. This year, she is the Editor in Chief. When she is not writing she likes to play tennis, hangout with friends, and go to pilates.

What’s in your desk: Nestheide’s desk treasures include ‘Alphee McPhee’  

February 13, 2025

“What’s in your desk?” is a Milestone feature where McNicholas teachers are chosen at random to see what lurks in their desk beyond ungraded papers and cough drops.  Photography, yearbook, and media teacher Mrs. Sarah Nestheide has many objects in her desk that have great value to her. Having a variety of art supplies and … More What’s in your desk: Nestheide’s desk treasures include ‘Alphee McPhee’  

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Inauguration talk: What Rockets need to know

January 30, 2025

Every four years on January 20, the presidential candidate elected the previous November is sworn into the presidency in Washington, D.C. The president takes the oath of office and is officially sworn in by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The oath of office has been a tradition ever since the first president, George … More Inauguration talk: What Rockets need to know

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Securly Filter successfully implemented at McNicholas

December 16, 2024

 For the 2024-2025 school year, McNicholas has officially transitioned from LAN School to Securly as a way to monitor students’ tablet use in classes to keep students focused while at school and make sure they are staying engaged during class.  “We are able to protect you guys from a lot of what is harmful on … More Securly Filter successfully implemented at McNicholas

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What’s in your desk: Rockets did you lose your skate?

December 10, 2024

“What’s in your desk?” is a Milestone feature where McNicholas teachers are picked at random to see what lurks in their desk beyond ungraded papers and cough drops. With no papers to grade, Mental Health and Wellness Therapist Ms. Missy Gomez has a variety of necessities she keeps in her desk that are often available … More What’s in your desk: Rockets did you lose your skate?

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