Where to eat before prom
Hana Watari, Staff
May 3, 2013
Prom is right around the corner and many people are scrambling to find a dress, rent a tux, buy tickets and find what to do before prom. This part is one of the most important. It’s what starts off the night and food plays a big roll. Roll- get it? There are a lot of things to take into account when... Read more »
NCSD dancers place highly at state
Cassidy Scott, Feature Editor
April 2, 2013
March 15-16 the Portland Memorial Coliseum was bustling with dance teams from all over the state as schools competed against each other to bring home the OSAA state title for their school. NCSD represented very well as both Clackamas and Putnam won state for their division while Milwaukie earned second... Read more »
Things to do this spring
Jessica Lely, Staff
March 15, 2013
As the winter blues fade away and the sun is bright and shining, it’s time to get ready for the abundance of activities that come with spring. Here are some fun events that will be taking place in and out of the district this spring break. RPHS’s “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling... Read more »
NCSD boys basketball: hot and cold
Blake Thomason, Sports Editor
March 11, 2013
With the regular season over, two NCSD basketball teams gear up for a playoff run. The RPHS boys are staying home this March, as their struggles continued all season long. After an 0-8 non-conference start, Deshawn Stephens quit the team. Without their best offensive player, the Kingsmen struggled to... Read more »
NCSD girls basketball: a little of everything
Blake Thomason, Sports Editor
March 11, 2013
The NCSD girls’ basketball team’s regular season has come to a close. It should be one to remember, but for different reasons. The Putnam girls are going to remember this season… while they are in the weight room preparing for next season. A disappointing 6-17 (4-10) season was probably not... Read more »
NCSD Winter Formal
Jessica Lely, Staff
February 22, 2013
With bright lights and booming music, NCSD’s winter formals have again succeeded in making the event one to remember. On Jan. 26, students danced the night away at CHS’s “Once Upon a Time” themed winter formal, which took place at Montgomery Park from 8-11 p.m. The dance was organized entirely... Read more »
NCSD Boys Hoops Continue Trends
Blake Thomason, Sports Editor
February 21, 2013
Halfway through the regular season, NCSD boys basketball teams look to continue improving. Putnam finally recorded their first win, but after losing their first 11 games, it won’t matter much in terms of playoff hopes. The Kingsmen are 2-5 in league play so they’re fairing better than before... Read more »
NCSD Girls’ Basketball Midway Mark
Blake Thomason, Sports Editor
February 19, 2013
It’s mid-season of league play for girls’ basketball and so far it has been a reflection of the preseason. The struggles continue for the Putnam girls; their record falls to 4-12 overall, and 2-5 in league play after dropping four straight games. The two league wins have been close games, and the... Read more »
Coping with grief of everyday happenings
Jesse Waian, Copy/Managing Editor
January 25, 2013
Suffering is hard. Everyday, around the world, lives are lost and people are impacted with tragedies plaguing human life which comes with the cost of living. Members of the NCSD community are no different, we all suffer losses in our lives, and we all handle our grief in different ways. Dealing with... Read more »
Final preparation for semester finals
Jessica Lely, Staff
January 17, 2013
It’s nearing the end of January, which means finals week is coming up. This year’s finals week will be from Jan. 22–25. There will be no school the Monday before finals in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The district will be continuing the same half-day schedule from last year – classes... Read more »
Finals Survival Guide
Cassidy Scott, Feature Editor
January 17, 2013
Opinion It’s that time of year again! It’s the time where the stress is piled on and you have to buckle down to study for Finals Week. For many other students, Finals Week is one filled with fear over losing a good grade because of one test. But don’t worry; deep breath. Consider... Read more »
Long-time RPHS teachers reflect on RPHS’ changes
Ceana Radilla, Beginning Journalism Student
January 17, 2013
Teachers who have been at RPHS for a while know what they like about teaching there and know the school has changed in the aspects of teachers, and the students who attend. The staff is something Courtney Giddings, RPHS math, likes about RPHS. In the five years she has worked there, she found that, “they... Read more »
New coach walks the hardwood of RPHS
Ceana Radilla, Beginning Journalism Student
January 9, 2013
The RPHS girls’ basketball teams received a new coach this season and are adjusting to the change. Head coach, Otis Oliver, is tough on the RPHS girls’ basketball teams but they are becoming better come game time because of his discipline, Jennifer Bowers, RPHS post, said “I think he’s a really... Read more »
RPHS Drama takes on Agatha Christes
Kaitlynn d'Auvergne, Entertainment Editor
December 17, 2012
Review Many people do not understand how much energy and hard work goes into producing a play. Those involved in the drama department at Rex Putnam know this as well as anyone. The latest project, “And Then There Were None” by Agatha Christes, was directed/aranged by Kelly Marchant. Cast members... Read more »
Alternative places to find those special holiday gifts
Jesse Waian, Copy Editor/Managing Editor
December 11, 2012
The holiday season is a time of merriment and cheer for both the young and the old. It is a time of giving back and sharing gifts with the ones that are dear to you. However it can also be a time of great stress and panic as the pickings of the local department stores grow slimmer and slimmer with each... Read more »
