Study; Students Pump Millions Into Local Economy

Written by Kelly Martinek and Esther Seawell Over three million dollars. That’s how much Seaholm students pump into the local economy every year.  But where exactly does it come from? The Highlander conducted a survey asking Seaholm students how and where they spend their money. Using surveymonkey.com and by handing out physical copies of our questionnaire, we received over one

A Lot of Fuss About Parking Passes

As Seaholm’s rising sophomores, juniors and seniors know all too well, the school has instated a new policy regarding student parking passes.  In the weeks since the policy was unveiled at grade level scheduling assemblies, there has been nothing but unrest from sophomores and juniors who now fear for their ability to park in the coming school year. In reality,

Junior Pursues International Service

Passion. Leadership. Making a difference. Junior Erin Jacobs uses these words to describe her experience volunteering with children internationally. Jacobs took part in two trips last year and plans to continue these trips throughout her high school career, one in Belize and one that spans both Mexico and California. According to Jacobs, she has taken part in these trips since

Parking Pass Access Now Linked to Attendence

Seniority rules, yet again…  at least in terms of available parking spaces for next year. “There will not be a question if you’re going to be a senior,” principal Dee Lancaster said.  “All the seniors will get a pass.  If you qualify, you’re going to get a pass.” With rumors circulating about the new policy for the parking lot next

Increased Security Comes Into Effect

Increased Security measures have gone into effect at Seaholm. According to Principal Dee Lancaster, Guardian Alarm now has two unarmed security guards at the main entrance and the community service entrance. Two hall monitors and parking lot attendant Dale Downen also time monitoring the hallways. All doors, with the exception of the front door, are locked after 7:30 a.m., preventing

With Heavy Hearts, The Seaholm Highlander Remembers Collin Trask

On February 19 around 6:00 AM, beloved Seaholm senior Collin Trask passed away in his home. Collin had been suffering for several years from a meduloblastoma in his brain and spinal cord, and underwent several surgeries and procedures in an attempt to stop the spreading of the cancer. On January 15, Collin suffered from a stroke which left him with limited use

Maple Motion Competes on National Stage

While others were enjoying Space Mountain and posing with Minnie and Mickey, the Seaholm varsity Maple Motion team was fighting for their spot at the Universal Dance Association National Dance Team Championship in Disney World. The girls hopped on the flight to Orlando, Florida Thursday, January 31 and the competition began Saturday, February 2. The team danced in the Small

Steps to a Snow Day

The morning and evening before a possible a snow day, some students are doing the snow dance and other rituals hoping for a snow day. Some students are not doing their homework, banking on there being a snow day, but the same isn’t true for the superintendent. For him, bad weather means it’s time to brace himself for a long

Seaholm Blows Groves Out of the Water, Up Next: States

The Maple swimmers and divers look to be peaking at the right moment after a convincing 141-45 win over the Groves Falcons. Groves hosted the meet Thursday, February 7. It was the last meet of the Seaholm regular season. “It was a nice way to end the year,” head coach Tom Wyllie said. “Always fun to swim against our cross

Self-Defense Expert Comes to Seaholm Class

Within Seaholm’s borders, a well-built man hurls his fist at a student to teach him some self-defense moves. On Tuesday, January 29th, Personal Fitness Teacher Jeff Devantier invited Professional Self-Defense Trainer Lee Shaykhet to give the class a few tips. “I saw his brochure posted down in the alternative section of the building,” Devantier said, “and I had been looking