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The Student News Site of Millard West High School

The Catalyst

MWHS Wildcat News 03.16.23
March 16, 2023
Millard West Madness
March 16, 2023
Senior Hunter Pratt helps science teacher Parker Lower in the Wildcat Cafe for Teacher Appreciation Day.
Order up
Maleah Arellano, Staff Reporter • March 7, 2023

This month the Alternative Curricular Program (ACP) has partnered up with Scooters to create a coffee cart for teachers. They will be rotating between four different students each week to deliver coffee every Wednesday. They call themselves...

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Senior Carson Ballard spends time in the library, a program partially funded by the levy. For both students and staff, maintaining the schools programs is of upmost importance. I really hope the levy goes through, Ballard said. Even though Im leaving, there are many resources I dont want our school to loose.
Pushing the property tax
Quinn Burton, Editor-in-Chief • March 3, 2023

YES or NO. The decision to either mark yes or no on the next ballot will alter the opportunities for thousands of students in the Millard Public Schools District. In March, voters in the Millard Public Schools District will decide...

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The students interacting at practice while trying new techniques
Debate prepares for Districts
Saylor Massey, Staff Reporter • March 2, 2023

Saturday, March 11th, the debate is going to Districts placed in Lincoln at Lincoln East High School. They will be going against all the schools in the district and state, and have been practicing for weeks with the best techniques...

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Students have the opportunity to connect with people at jobs. Jobs not only pay students, they offer scholarships and  experience which is arguably better than any form of payment.
Earning education through employment
Eddie Shi, Staff Reporter • March 16, 2023
Safety for athletes
Safety for athletes
February 22, 2023
Student Press Freedom day is coming up on Feb. 23. The wait for LB206 still stands as we stand up for our freedom of speech.
Playing the waiting game
February 22, 2023
Junior Nathan Delaney likes to listen to music during work time. Studies suggest that listening to music can increase your focus while studying and increase productivity.
Music in class should pass
February 14, 2023
Sudeta holding up the finished project after applying the protective wax.
A new sound
John Nesci, Staff Reporter • March 1, 2023
Dylan Stadjuar checking the condition of the fluids on his Mustang.
American muscle side-hustle
John Nesci, Staff Reporter • January 13, 2023
The foreign exchange students take the stage during the pep rally. They show their Wildcat Pride by waving their flags and introducing themselves. Kanta Kanatiyanon is from Thailand, Patricia Dominguez-Adame Santalla is from Spain and Alexa Thesis is from Germany.
Learning a new culture
November 22, 2022
Senior Calleigh Joslin is photographed by Abby Halsey at the first show choir competition of the 2022 season: Westside Competition of Excellence.
Shooting for the stars
November 16, 2022
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What does a bear on cocaine do? Nothing really, but in the movie, the bear on cocaine runs rampant in a forest. Stimulants have the effect of increasing energy and alertness, but overuse causes psychosis. Who wouldnt want to see psycho bear goes on a killing streak?
A simple thriller
Eddie Shi, Staff Reporter • March 16, 2023
Avatar: The Way of The Water was released to theaters on Dec. 16, 2022
The return of ‘Avatar’
December 20, 2022
Polls

What is your favorite extinct animal?

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Junior Noah Blair enters the mat to wrestle. Blair had won the A182 State Championship the year before and was getting ready to do the same again. “I prepare for State the same way I do any other tournament,” Blair said. “Its more than just what you do on the mat, its eating habits, sleep schedule, recovery, et cetera.”
Taking State
Nathan Delaney, Staff Reporter • March 7, 2023
During Millard West’s 74-66 loss to Elkhorn South, the Wildcats found themselves in a position to pull ahead, but were unable to do so. Junior Jordan Gassen (5), senior Zac Grandgenett (22), junior Cooper Fortune (23), senior Peyton Moore (12) and senior Jaden Giaus (14) all were crucial in the teams upset-watch game against the Storm. “We had so many close games throughout the season, each loss was a tough one every single time,” Gassen said. “I was happy we were able to finally get that win against Omaha Central. All of our seniors this year have been great teammates, and it was a pleasure playing with them, and I will miss you next year”. Though the team went 8-15, there is still a lot of promise going into next year.
Another tough season
March 7, 2023
Junior Taylor Hansen scores a layup to help Millard West pull away for Omaha Westside. Hansen was able to consistently find ways to beat Westside from every part of the court. She ended up finishing the game with 13 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and two steals. “Throughout the game, I tried to stay really confident,” Hansen said. “I think our team needed confidence in this game because we all knew that the stakes were high. I knew that we needed to play our best game so that we could continue our season. I also knew that it was important to win so that our Seniors could experience a win for their last home game ever.”
Season on the line
February 24, 2023
Millard West varsity competition cheer won their 12th national championship in Orlando, Florida, to receive white jackets.
A cheerful win
February 23, 2023
After a long and demanding season, freshman Brooklyn Vaughn prepares for State. She is finally able to show that all her hard work has paid off.
Giving her all
February 22, 2023
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Logans Sport Takes: Nebraska Episode
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Logan Moseley, MWHS Wildcat News Editor-in-Chief • December 1, 2022

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