Overhaulin’: Tech Style

Forbes cutting the front fender.

This version of “Overhaulin’” won’t be finished in the crunched time period of a one-hour episode on TV. Instead, the overhauling of a 1951 Ford truck will be done over the course of three years. Technical High School’s newly formed Auto Club will be reducing the old ’51 truck to nothing but the frame before … Read more

Making a Difference One Day at a Time

Nasro Shire

In the early morning hours at North Junior High School, you’ll find Nasro Shire sporting her blaze orange hall monitor vest. She wears it proudly while assisting and directing kids to class. Shire is the kind of student that believes in making an impact on her surroundings. “School is fun, a lot of kids don’t think so, … Read more

A Special Thanks for Thanksgiving

Community BBQ

During this holiday season, we are reminded of our friends, family, community and other relationships. As a District, we are grateful for many people. Let’s make a point to share with our students that they are the reason that we as teachers and staff continue to push forward and share our passion for education and learning. … Read more

Metal Shop Meets the Technology Age

Student grinding

Sparks are flying and metal is screeching in the Intro to Welding class at Apollo High School. Students are hard at work designing metal end tables. The most exciting part for these students is the use of the newly acquired and technologically advanced plasma cutter. Students have chosen a cut-out design for their tabletop. With the new plasma … Read more

Kristen Bauer and Kristen Mattick: Two of 5 Good Reasons

Five Good Reasons

Kristen Bauer, music teacher at Kennedy Community School, and Kristen Mattick, choir teacher at South Junior High School, are two members of the choral group 5 Good Reasons. Their passion for music extends beyond the music room. Bauer has known since she was born, that she would be a music teacher. Her sister and mother are … Read more