The Prospector

When is it okay to Listen to Christmas Music?

Rachel Van Leeuwen, Opinion/Editorial Editor • November 20, 2018

“It’s never too early to be annoyed by Christmas.”

Is the Soda Trend Fizzing out?

Dane Durrant, Staff Writer • November 20, 2018

Most of us like to enjoy a cold soda here and there, but we seem to enjoy our fizzy friends a little too much.

You Don’t Have to Kiss Him

Kylee Rasmussen, Sports Editor • November 20, 2018

After Homecoming in September, I was shocked to hear so many stories about girls at my own school who didn’t want to kiss their date but did anyway.

Letters to Cat and Dog People

J.P. Wilson and Viri Alfonso • November 20, 2018

A cat and a dog person go at it on a highly controversial topic: do cats or dogs make better pets?

Black Friday Mayhem

Marissa Jolley, Arts and Entertainment Editor • November 20, 2018

As Thanksgiving dinner comes to an end, Black Friday makes its way to the door. But over the years it has been slowly showing up earlier.

Social Media is Becoming Addicting

Savanna Nielson, Photographer • October 15, 2018

As a teenager, many people view social media as an addictive source, but it can be even more addictive than they would expect.

Dating in High School

Aubrey Tanner, Art Editor • October 15, 2018

Dating in high school is rough. It stretches your budget and creativity, and tests your scheduling abilities and confidence.

Finding the Balance Between Work and Play

Feyan Hoffman, Online Editor/Social Media Manager • October 15, 2018

Many students struggle with balancing work and play. But is a work-life balance actually beneficial?

Snoring Through the Day

Braden Danise, Staff Writer • October 15, 2018

"Sleep is for the weak!" said the overly stressed, unhealthy, sleep-deprived student.

Pressure to Be Perfect

Baylee Vogler and Aubrie Hickmon • July 26, 2018

It seems like everyone has that constant pressure to be perfect at everything. High school students feel obligated to maintain a 4.0 GPA all throughout high school, join as many varsity sports as possible, while also holding down a job. This pressure is causing unnecessary stress and anxiety in young adults making them feel like a failure if they come short of perfect.