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David Owens (left) is only one senior who will translate on-campus experience to a productive summer internship after graduation. (Photo Credit: Scott Tufts)
From Cap & Gown to Career Opportunities
Students earn valuable experience before setting off to college
By Monica Nelson, Staff Writer • May 19, 2025

The final weeks of the term are quickly approaching, and the senior class is eager to fly free from the Marist nest. A serious case of senioritis seems...

Photo Credit: Brian Collier
Activity Period Adoration
Students and Faculty Share Their Thoughts on the Weekly Prayer Service
By John Elrod, Editor • May 19, 2025

During activity period, many students around campus find comfort and peace in the chapel as they attend weekly Eucharistic Adoration. This special service,...

Photo Credit: Art of Life Photography
Soaring to New Heights: Historic Season for War Eagle Lacrosse
By Katie Nussbaum, Staff Writer • May 19, 2025

What a year for lacrosse! The varsity boys lacrosse team has been dominating with one of the program’s best seasons yet. They currently have a 12-3...

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
By Rylie Albert, Staff Writer • May 15, 2025

From Thursday, April 3 through Saturday, April 5, the Marist Theater Company brought to life the incredible story of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor...

In the Philippines, Holy Week is marked by  massive candlelit processions through crowded streets. (Photo Credit: Fundacja Kahibalo)
Easter Around the World
How different cultures celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ
By Grace McNary, Staff Writer • May 15, 2025

Easter is a global celebration with many different customs shaped by local culture, climate, and traditions. While Christians everywhere recognize...

Tommy Latham marks his historic performance with a picture next to the race clock. (Photo Credit: Tom Reim)
Distance Makes History
Marist Mile adds another accomplishment to the record books
By Camille Gipson, Staff Writer • May 15, 2025

One Mile. All out. Three hundred thirty-two competitors, 22 heats. Times ranging anywhere from 8 minutes to 3:59.79, to be exact. On April 28, the Marist...

Spring Break Travels
Spring Break Travels
Students looked forward to different spring break destinations
By Clara Laskowski, Editor • May 13, 2025

As the weather got warm and term two came to an end, students packed their bags and anticipated the final bell before spring break. This year, our school...

Rising to the Top
Rising to the Top
Gatorade looked for the best, and they found it with Kate Harpring
By Finley Harris, Staff Writer • May 13, 2025

The Gatorade Player of the Year award recognizes the nation's most elite high school students for their athletic excellence, academic achievement, and...

Photo Credit: The National Shrine of St. Jude
Going Without During Lent
Marist Students grow and reflect this season.
By Rex Nassah, Staff Writer • May 13, 2025

Lent is a season of reflection and sacrifice in order to deepen one’s relationship with God. Some choose to give up physical items while others focus...

Baseball Postseason Run
Baseball Postseason Run
War Eagles enter playoffs on a hot streak
By John Elrod, Editor • May 13, 2025

Our school’s baseball program has shown its strength and resilience repeatedly as it enters the playoff season. The War Eagles have won ten straight...

Mythopaloosa participants and mentors pose for a group photo in Kuhrt Gym, where the celebration of classic languages and culture took place.
How to Bring Mythology Back to Life
By Rex Nassah, Staff Writer • Mar 21, 2025

Salvete Omnes! While many school events focus on the modern world, the Junior Classical League (JCL) and Latin Honor Society (LHS) took a step back...

Former Atlanta Falcon Matt Ryan addresses the student body during a Friday morning FCA meeting. Guest speakers such as Ryan drew the largest FCA crowds in school history.
FCA’s Record-Breaking Turnout
NBA and NFL stars inspire 300+ students with powerful faith stories
By Finley Harris, Staff Writer • Feb 19, 2025

This year, Fellowship of Christian Athletes has grown tremendously, both in attendance and impact. A major part of this year's success came from the incredible...

For swimmers, early February marks the last chance to qualify for the state competition. (Photo Credit: Contributed)
Diving Into the State Championship
Last chances loom large as our dedicated swimmers give it their all
By Clara Laskowski, Editor • Feb 19, 2025

The War Eagle swimmers and divers are closing out their regular season and heading to state from February 4-8, 2025, increasing the competition for surrounding...

Donning proper safety goggles, AP Science students give lab a big thumbs up. (Photographer: Cosette Lane)
Combustion, Respiration, Titration: Science Lab!
By Cosette Lane, Editor • Feb 14, 2025

Whenever the weather turns cold and Term 2 rolls around, AP Biology and AP Chemistry students prepare for an infamous class to be added to their schedule:...

Members of music ministry look over their song sheets before Mass begins. (Photo Credit: Brian Collier)
Music Ministry Unites Us Through Melody
Students bring the community together through song and worship
By Anna Herrero, Staff Writer • Feb 14, 2025

Music Ministry is an important group that is often unrecognized for its efforts. They encourage the community to use their voices to lift each other in...

Photo Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures
“Sinners” in Theaters Now
By Marshall Lisenby, Staff Writer • May 19, 2025

"Sinners," Ryan Coogler’s newest release, is a wonderful breath of fresh air in a bogged down film...

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The Essence of “Nickel Boys”
By Luke Childs, Staff Writer • May 15, 2025

Something doesn’t sit quite right knowing that RaMell Ross’ "Nickel Boys" did not win a single accolade...

Students had to work harder to adapt to the new schedule.
Early Summer or Longer Breaks Between Terms?
By Ella Weber, Staff Writer • May 13, 2025

Picture this: The sun is shining in late May, the air is humid, and most schools are already on summer...

Graphic Credit: Isaac Basquez
A Deep Dive Into Tyler, the Creator’s Magnum Opus
By Ryan Hewitt, Staff Writer • Apr 11, 2025

"I don't know what's harder: letting go or just being okay with it," Jerrod Carmichael says on "WHAT'S...

Released on December 20, 2024, The Brutalist was nominated for ten Oscar Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and acting nominations for Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, and Guy Pearce. (Photo Credit: A24)
Holy Memory in The Brutalist
By Luke Childs, Staff Writer • Mar 25, 2025

Brady Corbet’s Oscar-nominated film The Brutalist is a gripping exploration of trauma and the reconstruction...

Fireworks appear in the night sky above Perth, Australia. (Photo Credit: Hannes Nitzsche | CC Share Alike 3.0)
Do New Year’s Resolutions Really Matter?
By Owen Ritger, Staff Writer • Feb 14, 2025

New year's resolutions are a popular tradition across the United States where individuals set personal...

Inspired by a 19th century movement known as Transcendentalism, the Going Phoneless project in American Literature challenged students to experience the world free of electronic devices. (Photo Contributed)
Going Phoneless Project
By Natalie Thill, Staff Writer • Feb 10, 2025

Imagine waking up one morning, and reaching for your phone to endlessly scroll. Oh wait, you don't have...