Five icons of the 20th century: Black musicians who shaped the music industry  Black musicians have shaped the music industry throughout the eras because of their notable influence on a variety of genres such as jazz, soul, gospel, pop, R&B and rap. Although they have impacted and formed the music industry to what it is today, they often go unrecognized by the general population due to being overshadowed by the newest artists or … More Five black musicians you need to know 

The new McNicholas club, Stronger TogetHER, which is focused on empowering young women, was founded by senior Gracie Mastruserio in the fall of 2025. Mastruserio is one of ten girls and twenty women selected to serve The Hamilton County Commission on Women & Girls to represent Hamilton County in local policy decisions. The August 2025 … More Stronger TogetHER: Empowering women for a better tomorrow  

By Ayla Dickerson Ms. Missy Gomez is McNicholas High School’s Mental Health and Wellness Therapist. She started at McNicholas in the fall of 2022 and helps students with their emotional well-being. Unlike the guidance counselors, Gomez is here to discuss anything school related or not. Director of Curriculum Mrs. Katie Hambly said, “I think that … More A safe space in the school day; Gomez’s journey to McNicholas 

By Ayla Dickerson Mrs. Mary Kiger returned to McNicholas High School in the fall of 2021 as a teacher in the SAIL department. For the 2025-2026 school year, Kiger switched disciplines and can now be found in room 167 teaching AP Psychology and Financial Literacy. She is also the teacher representative of the newly founded … More Around the nation and back again; Kiger returns to McNicholas