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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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Designers Kasey Gridley (left with glasses) and Liam Frost (right) in the workshop. The two discuss allocating resources and machines between both of their teams, in order to have maximum efficiency.
OHS Uncovered
NASA Challenges Young Student Designers

In 3D Design and Fabrication, students at OHS are competing to come up with unique solutions to various...

Sophomore Jordy Mendez delivers a speech about his experience growing up in a white household at the MLK assembly.
News
Martin Luther King Jr Day: Is it a time of remembrance or just a day off?

January 20, 2025 is a day to remember Martin Luther King. Many people use this day to look back on the...

Senior Matt Linblom and senior Blake Peterson celebrate the win as the crowd electrifies Creighton Court
Sports
Bears grab a win vs. top-flight opponent

On Tuesday night the Bears took on their toughest opponent, the Puyallup Vikings. Olympia would pull...

Photo shows Max Ehret reciting “Siblings” by Patricia Smith, the poem that won him the competition.
OHS Uncovered
Poetry out loud in Olympia High School: an outlet for self-expression in schools

Poetry Out Loud offers Olympia High School students a place to express themselves creatively. OHS has...

Designers Kasey Gridley (left with glasses) and Liam Frost (right) in the workshop. The two discuss allocating resources and machines between both of their teams, in order to have maximum efficiency.
OHS Uncovered
NASA Challenges Young Student Designers

In 3D Design and Fabrication, students at OHS are competing to come up with unique solutions to various...

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...

Senior Matt Linblom and senior Blake Peterson celebrate the win as the crowd electrifies Creighton Court
Sports
Bears grab a win vs. top-flight opponent

On Tuesday night the Bears took on their toughest opponent, the Puyallup Vikings. Olympia would pull away in the 4th quarter with a 62-53 win.  Creighton...

Senior captain Lauren Wolin shoots from behind the three point line against Sumner last Saturday. Photo by Jonah Song.
Sports
Olympia girls basketball fall to Sumner on Saturday

The Olympia High School girls basketball team took on Sumner Spartans Saturday at 7 p.m. in Chick Rockey Gymnasium coming out short 69-28 to...

The bears make a great run playing for one another and getting us in on the great emotions out there.
Sports
2024 State Tournament Volleyball Recap

The Bears have had a thrilling season with a deep postseason run while creating a memorable journey throughout. On November 22, the bears...

Senior Logan Jones going up for a layup in the second quarter.
Sports
Teachers dominate at annual Staff vs. Students basketball game

The eighth annual Staff vs. Students basketball game opened at 7 p.m. A few minutes later, the staff had the lead 9 - 4 and maintained it for...

Photographed Scene from Moana Two, Moana Two has a new character. Moana’s sister.
Reviews
Moana 2: The Wave of Adventure Returns

 Disney’s Moana 2 brings Polynesian culture to life with heartfelt storytelling, beautiful animation,...

Whether shopping for the foodie, the adventurer, or anyone in between, find the perfect gift to add to the shopping list.
Entertainment
Christmas gift ideas for everyone on your list

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy—and stress—of finding the perfect Christmas...

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...

Sophomore Jordy Mendez delivers a speech about his experience growing up in a white household at the MLK assembly.
News
Martin Luther King Jr Day: Is it a time of remembrance or just a day off?

January 20, 2025 is a day to remember Martin Luther King. Many people use this day to look back on the...

Infographic depicting a summary of major world events from Dec. 2 to Dec. 8, 2024.
News
Seven days of pure chaos: a global recap

The world has witnessed a series of dramatic events unfold over the past week. From South Korea’s declaration...

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....