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The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

Evora Ferreira Rebelo, Hugo Fristedt, and Daniel Landvad in the OHS hallway.

Understanding the international student experience

Mariana Cruz, Journalist Oct 31, 2023

Most students at OHS have grown up in American schools, with American ideals and American high school traditions. But what does this feel like to someone who isn't used to homecoming dances, car culture,...

Despite the lower appeal of school snacks, these vending machines always have bustling lines.

The healthy choice isn’t a choice

Sadie Binford, Journalist Oct 26, 2023

School food products must meet certain guidelines before being sold. This is why students often find there aren’t the types of snacks they want. So, who exactly controls what products the school can...

Homecoming Party goers enjoy a night of revelry as the new school year comes in and the same DJ comes back.

Polarized opinions about returning OHS DJ

Artemis Bella-Rogol, Journalist Oct 19, 2023

DJs are controversial performers. Although high schools almost always use DJs for school dances, students have a variety of opinions. On September 23rd, DJ Sound Dragon completed his fourth gig at OHS....

4 great outfits from Seamus Hannah, Indy von Raabe, Elliot Watkins, and Jillian Vernam

OHS Fits

Sidd Rajendran and Oliver Reiman Oct 16, 2023

Students at Olympia High School have varying styles and tastes. This month, Olympus Fits showcases Seamus Hannah, Indy von Raabe, Elliot Wattkins, and Jillian Vernam.  Seamus Hannah (sophomore)...

Chess Team at Centralia tournament last year.

Chess Club feature

Aricin Clausen, Journalist Oct 10, 2023

In the spirit of camaraderie and intellectual growth, the OHS Chess Club has been quietly thriving in room 907 during Bear Time A. This enthusiastic group of students has been steadily growing over the...

Community members discuss the problems they’re most concerned about. Lack of awareness and representation, stereotyping, and mental health sparked the most conversation.

Community Council makes a comeback, sparks conversation

Victoria Liu, Co-Editor-in-Chief Oct 6, 2023

Despite being an easy opportunity to get involved with OHS and its policies, Community Council meetings have suffered a decline in attendance since the COVID years. So, Principal Matt Grant and a group...

Feminism Club and volunteers encourage young people to register to vote.
Courtesy of @ohs_feminism on Instagram

The impacts today’s youth have on voting

Sky Karels, Journalist Sep 29, 2023

While teenagers might not think their voices are heard by the government, there are many ways to get involved. This past week, volunteers at OHS have been encouraging young voters to get registered.  Poll...

OHS Homecoming royalty pose at the assembly a day before the dance.

The history of Homecoming

Aidyn-Kai Hix, Journalist Sep 29, 2023

Homecoming has been a staple of the high school experience since 1911. It's changed many times to flow along with modern culture and OHS is no exception to this traditional housewarming party. Homecoming...

Maria Aurellio plays the violin and is the current ASB class president.

What makes seniors pursue their paths?

River Bolster, Journalist Jun 8, 2023

As the final days of the 2022-2023 school year dwindle away into golden afternoons and dewy mornings, OHS seniors are preparing to forge ahead into the next stage of their lives. Over the last year,...

A spectacular moment within one of Billy Flynn's stellar songs.

Chicago “Rox” Olympia High School

Olivia Clay, Journalist May 19, 2023

"Ladies and Gentlemen, you are about to see a story of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery, and treachery… all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts." This iconic quote...

Group photo of the FRC robotics team at the world championships.

Robotics goes to worlds!

Ellie Cruz, Journalist May 18, 2023

All the way in Houston, Texas the robotics FRC team of students from Olympia High School, Capital, and Avanti participated in the robotics world championship.     They competed with an almost...