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The Student News Site of Millard West High School

The Catalyst
The Student News Site of Millard West High School

The Catalyst
Quinn Burton

Quinn Burton, Staff Reporter

Quinn is junior at Millard West and this is his second year being a staff reporter for the CATalyst. He finds enjoyment in writing both entertainment and news stories, while also collaborating with classmates on broadcasts. Outside of Journalism, Quinn takes an interest in traveling with his family, making memories with his friends, and listening to music.

All content by Quinn Burton

Volleyball fur the heart

November 4, 2022
Whilst putting together your final costume for Halloween night, its vital to acknowledge the possibilities of cultural appropriation and its relation to your outfit. Its a simple solution: Don’t wear costumes that exhibit a custom or tradition different from your own. This way everyone can enjoy a Halloween without perpetuating others’ culture.

Culture not costume

October 31, 2022
Released Sept. 30 on Disney+, Hocus Pocus 2 was enjoyed by audiences across the globe, after anticipating its revival for more than 30 years.

A not so spellbinding sequel

October 28, 2022

Wildcat Style & Pride

October 21, 2022
With Banned Books Week only being acknowledged once a year, its vital that we recognize essential works of literature are constantly being diminished almost every day.

Rewriting the future

October 7, 2022

For the 1 in 100

September 28, 2022

MWHS Wildcat News 09.16.22

September 16, 2022

Illustrating school spirit

September 16, 2022
After 36 years of anticipation, Tom Cruise returns to reprise his infamous role of Pete Maverick Mitchell in Top Gun: Maverick.

Top notch sequel

September 12, 2022
Following the start of the new school, E-Hall Pass, an advanced hall pass system has provided countless benefits for students and faculty.

Walking the halls with ease

September 7, 2022

A new way to walk the halls

August 26, 2022

Wordle variations

May 25, 2022
Sophomore students sit in their first block chemistry class with an hour left of learning; however, this will look different their senior year as their class will only run for 45 minutes. “It’s definitely something that will take getting used to,” sophomore Lexie Hatch said. “However, I know that it will help in the long run because the schedule’s purpose is to fix the problems we have right now.”

A new change for the Wildcats

May 13, 2022
Adapted from the graphic novels by young adult author Alice Oseman, Netflix released its latest romance series titled, “HeartStopper.”

Made my heart stop

May 13, 2022
After receiving the Oscar’s Best Picture award, Apples TV’s original film “CODA” has captivated audiences around the world.

Paving the way for inclusion in the film industry

May 2, 2022

Donating Blood PSA

April 29, 2022
For her last competition, senior Eva Gould competed in the dental science category. “In under 30 minutes I had to disinfect an entire dental clinic,” Gould said. “I used different tools, chemicals, and bi products to make sure that I did the job correctly. I had only a few minutes left on the clock before I finished my work and presented it to the judges.”

Taking the lead in health

April 20, 2022

Sharing with the sharks

April 14, 2022

Forensics showcase

April 1, 2022
During her Yearbook class, senior Kaitlin Reynolds was surprised by her advisor with the title of 2022 Nebraska Student Journalist of the Year. After spending three years working toward this moment, Reynolds reflects on her past and looks toward her bright future. “I am hoping that being the Nebraska Student Journalist of the Year will help me to get involved right away in college,” Reynolds said. “I think that by having it on my resume it will open doors for me to join publications in the future.”

A JOYous occasion

March 18, 2022

Culture in the classroom

March 17, 2022
Rapper Kanye West sits next to his mother, Donda West, in front of their home in South Shore, Chicago as they reminisce on Kanye’s journey to fame.

Inside the mind of a ‘Jeen-yuhs’

March 14, 2022
Alley sits next to her handler, fire investigator David Sobotka, after receiving training at the Omaha Fire Department. They have spent every day together over the past few years at the department working and training to prepare for real fire scenarios. “Alley lives to work,” Sobotka said. “Sometimes even when I’m not ready or don’t feel like going to work, Alley will be by my side ready to start the day.”

The ultimutt firefighter

March 4, 2022
This is the Peach Ring Tea drink from “Daily Boost.”

[Photo] Daily boost of repulsion

February 25, 2022
After leaving behind the stresses of exams and roleplays, the competitors put on a talent show during the score analysis period. On stage, junior Lillian McCrae and junior David Freiburger perform a karaoke routine in front of their peers. “After all the hard work we’ve done, we really needed a time where we could just have fun,” McCrae said. “We decided to do karaoke because its something that would not only bring our DECA chapter together but also with other schools.

Leading in business

February 23, 2022
Players from the Kansas City Chiefs (left) and players from the Buffalo Bills (right) wait in anticipation to see the results of the coin toss.

Over the overtime

February 7, 2022

French fashion show

January 26, 2022

Millard moves to masking

January 21, 2022
On Dec. 24, Netflix released its record-breaking film “Don’t Look Up” to audiences across the world.

Don’t Look Up serves as an exceptional satire for the corrupt state of our society

January 20, 2022

Students take on the roll of management

December 17, 2021

Exploring hypnosis

December 17, 2021
Performing “Disneys Descendants: the Musical” junior Sadie Kottich and her fellow cast members gather around the auditorium’s center stage to begin their performance. After spending weeks preparing, they were reading now more than ever for their moment of showtime. “Getting to perform on stage is truly an unforgettable expierence,” Kottich said. After getting past the nerves, I was really just excited for everybody to see what we worked so hard on.”

A thespian like no other

December 9, 2021
Adele’s fourth studio album, “30,” certainly did not disappoint as it has become this year’s fastest-selling album, whilst topping music charts across the globe.

The trials and tribulations of turning 30

December 2, 2021
Showcased in Millard West’s main hallway posters and informative displays were viewed by students and faculty to gain knowledge about the injustices experienced by Native American cultures. After spending weeks preparing the display, Justice and Diversity League students were prepared to shine these injustices into the spotlight. “Our goal with the display was to engage people in something as small as a story or journey of a Native American leader,” Justice and Diversity League sponsor Bryant Bull said. “Perhaps if just one student reads something about a Native American figure on that wall, it will spark their curiosity. It is not intended to be a thorough look into Native American culture because there are hundreds of them, but if we show you a little bit during this month it promotes a sense of inclusion and acknowledgment among students and faculty.”

Native American Heritage Month: spreading awareness for missing and murdered indigenous women

November 18, 2021
The musical’s cast members gather around the auditorium’s center stage to begin their performance. After spending weeks preparing they were reading now more than ever for their moment of showtime. “This was a really exciting experience getting to be in front of a crowd again,” sophomore Mars Zekpa said. “Having past experience performing in front of large crowds made it not really scary or nerve-racking. I was really just focused on getting to show everyone what we worked so hard on.”

A memorable performance

November 11, 2021

Finding French culture

November 9, 2021
While the booster vaccines are being distributed throughout the nation, Pfizer is also making sure to achieve its mission at a local level. Starting Friday, Oct. 29, Hy-Vee, Walgreens, and other local pharmaceutical companies will provide boosters for those who qualify.

A boost to reduce

November 8, 2021
Through both gatherings outside of the capitol building and sharing their concerns throughout social media Spear’s fans are making their voices heard in order to bring her justice.

How Britney vs. Spears acknowledges America’s faulty conservatorship system

October 25, 2021
At the beginning of the event, volunteers lined up at the front of the school to be guided to their job. Helping them find guidance was Rohwers own staff members. Thanks to them the event couldn’t have run more perfectly. “Throughout the entirety of the event, I helped out at the volunteer table, guided families to games, and made sure that everybody was having a great time,” Rohwer Elementary principal Nicole Burton said. “Although, most of all I enjoyed seeing some of my former students come back to help out with our event.”

Lend a helping hand

October 11, 2021
Former Nickelodeon star, Victoria Justice, returns to the acting scene by starring in Netflix’s newest hit movie “Afterlife of the Party.”

Party like there’s no tomorrow

October 1, 2021
The Heart run continues their annual tradition of the kid’s dash across the field. Towards the end of the event the kids line up across Werner Park to begin their run across the field. The dash is something that we have always done at our events Burton said. Its a moment celebrated by the kids to show how far they have come through their CHD journey.

For the 1 in 100

September 27, 2021
Netflix released Shes All That, the remake to 90s movie Hes All That, on August 27th.

No. He’s not all that

September 16, 2021
Beginning the journey to adulthood teenagers as young as 15 are taking their first steps towards driving on their own.

Normalize teen drivers

September 10, 2021
Netflixs Outer Banks released its second season over the summer on July 30th.

Pogues for life

September 2, 2021

Near return to normalcy

August 25, 2021
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