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Mocha meltdown! Starbucks Baristas demand new contract
Mocha meltdown! Starbucks Baristas demand new contract
Middle school students at Marshall being mentored in music development through the Bridge Music Project.
Striking a chord with the community: The Bridge Music Project
The future of artificial intelligence and quantum computing
The future of artificial intelligence and quantum computing
Editorial: How the media is changing in the wake of President Trump's FCC
Editorial: How the media is changing in the wake of President Trump’s FCC
The government shutdown became the longest one in U.S. history on Wednesday and continues to cause stress for government employees.
Government shutdown leaves military deadlocked, worried and possibly unpaid.
Three of four school board candidates, Gilbert Lamont (left), Emily Leddige (center) and Renee Fullerton (right), talk to the Olympia High School student body about AI, censorship, and many other topics that impact everyone.
How the school board election will shake things up this November
Nicole Gertseva gets up on the blocks in preparation for the 100-Yard Butterfly finals.
Girls swim team places 19th at state
Girls' soccer captain, Abby Carter, makes a cut-back cross towards the goal.
Fall sports captains lead with passion and pride
Abigail Pierce takes a drive as she begins preparations for districts
Girls golf closes strong at the league tournament to advance to districts
Olympia freshman Quenton Lanese stands in the second-place spot at state after defying his odds at state.
Girls and boys cross country state recap
Leah Hennen(back) and Sydney Kosa(front) race their way to victory in the league meet.
Support and strong bonds send the OHS girls’ cross country team to the top of the state rankings
Sophomore Stella Sheeran rises for the serve in the second match against Emerald Ridge.
Bears win two of three in a strong week of play
Students reflect on mental health status as the new year approaches
Students reflect on mental health status as the new year approaches
OHS students eye the pizza, all eager to be the first to grab a slice.
Friendship and pizza unites students from all friend groups
Families4Families, a first-year club at OHS kicked off the canned food drive.
Canned food drive: Tackling food insecurity in Olympia
The OHS commons are bustling with student clubs and vendors alike as a colorful display of items are for sale.
The Bearzaar: from fundraiser to tradition
Despite many teachers discouraging students from drinking energy drinks, they are still sold to students in vending machines around the school.
Energy Drink consumption is concerning teachers at Olympia High School
Three of four school board candidates, Gilbert Lamont (left), Emily Leddige (center) and Renee Fullerton (right), talk to the Olympia High School student body about AI, censorship, and many other topics that impact everyone.
How the school board election will shake things up this November
Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Concert controversy: Sombr called out
Concert controversy: Sombr called out
The trial is the most climactic part of the play, showcasing the most intense emotions.
OHS’ “The Crucible”: A new take on a modern classic
A graphic featuring the trophy all Broadway stars strive to earn. Photo courtesy of the Tony Awards
The 2025 Tony Awards: Blockbusters or bummers?
Kimberly Day’s second visit to Aloha Acai Cafe after thoroughly enjoying her first.
Review: The Awesome Aloha Acai Cafe
Hand drawn album cover of "Forever Howlong" courtesy of Wikipedia
Black Country, New Road’s springtime serenade
Simone Reck
CWW: My Time in Forever
"The Battle of The Markers"
Creative writing weekly: “Recess” / “The Battle of the Markers”
"beach memories"
Creative writing weekly: “Free-Fall” / “beach memories”
"apehole"
Creative writing weekly: “As The Forest Grows Old” / “apehole”
"morning shower"
Creative writing weekly: “Interlude” / “morning shower”
Pie Stock Photo
Creative writing weekly: “Pie Haikus”
Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Stoney Plains Farm is committed to bringing the community of the Olympia Farmers Market healthy locally grown produce, such as strong cabbage heads, and dark red beats. Elle Foley, a worker at Blue Heron bakery, recommends more people to “take advantage of local farms when the produce is in season.”
Lettuce celebrate the local farms, bakeries and the creativity of Olympia!
Diverse electives at OHS shape paths and offer exciting experiences to students
Diverse electives at OHS shape paths and offer exciting experiences to students
Talent Show Recap
Talent Show Recap
Cover for the Lila and Leah podcast. Designed by Lila Revelas.
Dating advice by those who know best, High School girls!
Freshman Jacob Mitchell shows off his talent during guitar class’s performance of Weezer’s “Island in the Sun.” The crowd soon joined in singing along, creating a memorable moment.
Art Assembly shows off student creativity and spirit
Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus
Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus
Concert controversy: Sombr called out
Concert controversy: Sombr called out
Dec 16, 2025
Mocha meltdown! Starbucks Baristas demand new contract
Mocha meltdown! Starbucks Baristas demand new contract
Dec 16, 2025
Students reflect on mental health status as the new year approaches
Students reflect on mental health status as the new year approaches
Dec 12, 2025
Simone Reck
CWW: My Time in Forever
Dec 11, 2025
OHS students eye the pizza, all eager to be the first to grab a slice.
Friendship and pizza unites students from all friend groups
Dec 9, 2025
Stoney Plains Farm is committed to bringing the community of the Olympia Farmers Market healthy locally grown produce, such as strong cabbage heads, and dark red beats. Elle Foley, a worker at Blue Heron bakery, recommends more people to “take advantage of local farms when the produce is in season.”
Lettuce celebrate the local farms, bakeries and the creativity of Olympia!
Dec 9, 2025
Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Genevieve Phan, Jayden Cai, and Sharon Guerra – Dec 16, 2025

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The Olympia community brings patriotism and playful creativity to the Oct. 18th, No Kings rally.

Second No Kings rally: Frogs, bears and protesters, oh my! – 268 Views

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The trial is the most climactic part of the play, showcasing the most intense emotions.

OHS’ “The Crucible”: A new take on a modern classic – 217 Views

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Despite many teachers discouraging students from drinking energy drinks, they are still sold to students in vending machines around the school.

Energy Drink consumption is concerning teachers at Olympia High School – 147 Views

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The OHS commons are bustling with student clubs and vendors alike as a colorful display of items are for sale.

The Bearzaar: from fundraiser to tradition – 140 Views

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Opinions vary among students on whether teenagers should be able to trick or treat.

What age do Olympia High School students think is “too old" for Trick or Treating – 136 Views

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Second No Kings rally: Frogs, bears and protesters, oh my!
Oct 25, 2025
Wildfires destroy ecosystems and kill lungs—but they serve a purpose
Oct 17, 2025
Top 5 day trips you need to take this summer
Jun 17, 2025
Exploring all sides of downtown Olympia
Jun 17, 2025
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Families4Families, a first-year club at OHS kicked off the canned food drive.
Canned food drive: Tackling food insecurity in Olympia
Kelly Giang, Staff – Nov 26, 2025
The OHS commons are bustling with student clubs and vendors alike as a colorful display of items are for sale.
The Bearzaar: from fundraiser to tradition
Kylie Pascual, Staff – Nov 22, 2025
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Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Testing Daiso snacks: Sweet, salty and surprisingly good!
Genevieve Phan, Jayden Cai, and Sharon Guerra – Dec 16, 2025
Concert controversy: Sombr called out
Concert controversy: Sombr called out
Luna Dieguez, Staff – Dec 16, 2025
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