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Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

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Art, writing, & poetry

As a branch of the Olympus' publication, Ursa publishes original student art and writing throughout the year.


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Senior Julian Zapata opening up another Bears drive as he looks to pass the ball in front of a packed-out trench.
FEATURED
A week in recap: Bears dominate the start of the season with a 3-0 record.

The Olympia High School Bears basketball team played against three opponents this week: North Thurston...

Kaia Fossen (Multimedia Editor) taking a gander with Wrapped in order to reveal her taste in music.
Entertainment
Spotify Wrapped: Good, bad, or straight up cap?

The highly anticipated Spotify Wrapped is finally out, resulting in hundreds of OHS students checking...

Collage depicting designs inspired by the 12 zodiac signs.
Horoscope
Horoscopes (Dec. 3rd – 10th)

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21): Your adventurous spirit is calling. It's a great time to...

Infographic comparing and contrasting the paper vs. digital SAT. Students are big supporters of the Desmos calculator embedded in the test, but take issue with the test format.
OHS Uncovered
From Bluebook glitches to Desmos wins: digital SAT experiences

The College Board introduced the digital SAT in an attempt to balance convenience and equality. Instead...

Maia Maki catches air on the slopes, carving through the snow with skill and style! Photo by: Maia Maki.
OHS Uncovered
White Pass: Olympia High School’s favorite ski destination

Olympia High students eagerly await ski season, with White Pass as their top destination. Known for its...

Olympia High School seniors Natalie Bowers and Jenna Rafeh spread Thanksgiving cheer in their festive attire, posing with the ‘Gratiturkey’ in the main hall. Thanksgiving is a holiday tradition filled with gratitude and fun!
OHS Uncovered
Olympia High School students share Thanksgiving traditions and feasts

Thanksgiving is a time for food, family, and reflection. For Olympia High School seniors Natalie Bowers...

Natalie Bowers shows off the Tendu ballet pose.
OHS Uncovered
A balancing act

Imagine going to school for six hours and then going straight to dance for six hours afterward. Ava Buchanan...

Senior Julian Zapata opening up another Bears drive as he looks to pass the ball in front of a packed-out trench.
Sports
A week in recap: Bears dominate the start of the season with a 3-0 record.

The Olympia High School Bears basketball team played against three opponents this week: North Thurston Rams on Monday, Spanaway Lake on Wednesday...

wide receiver Harper Hejtmanek catches a 30-yard ball from quarterback Cameron Downing.
Sports
Bears end amazing season in Bothell

Friday the Bears traveled up to Bothell to play their 2nd consecutive playoff appearance where they would fall 52-14 on a cold and windy night. The...

The athletic trainer's office is located in the hall between the main and auxiliary gyms.
Sports
The role of athletic trainers

In a football game last year, Olympia player Charlie DeBord got a concussion and an athletic trainer rushed out to help him. “If the athletic...

Linemen Collin Linde working out for the upcoming away game at Bonney Lake High School.
Sports
Preparations and processes behind football games

Friday night is the center of socialization and noise, but there is a lot more work that goes into a high school football game than one would...

Resident cat at the cafe watches over the newly arrived kittens!
Entertainment
Pawsific Northwest Cat Cafe helps cats get adopted and builds community

An impactful new trend is arising and has made its way to Olympia. It’s a combination of cuteness and...

Elphaba and Glinda holding space for the Olympus.
Entertainment
The Broadway-to-Movie Hit that Broke Barriers: The Rejoicifying Story of “Wicked”

Fans of movies and Broadway alike are selling out theaters across the country to watch the highly anticipated...

Kaia Fossen (Multimedia Editor) taking a gander with Wrapped in order to reveal her taste in music.
Entertainment
Spotify Wrapped: Good, bad, or straight up cap?

The highly anticipated Spotify Wrapped is finally out, resulting in hundreds of OHS students checking...

As December gets closer and closer, anticipation for these Christmas Classics to play on the radio builds more and more.
Entertainment
Get down to business and make the perfect Christmas playlist

Christmas music is a crucial component in providing joy throughout the holidays. It sparks love, feelings...

John Taylor (Dean Crabapple) prepares for his unsettling surgery as ominous cello music sets the eerie tone in this scene of The Oculist.
News
He who gives sight, gives life! A first look at The Oculist musical

Every season, six small local theaters in Olympia create works meant to inspire and connect the community....

The downtown brews
News
The downtown brews

Ember Goods, nestled on a bustling street corner, exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere....

President-elect Donald Trump charming the crowd at CPAC
News
Republicans win the popular vote for the first time in 20 years

Donald Trump has won the presidential election against Kamala Harris. He won late November 5th after...

The election is November 5th with the main candidates being Dave Reichert and Bob Ferguson
News
Sheriff or attorney?

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee is leaving office and the potential replacement candidates are Dave...