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Education

Students Reflect on Armenian Genocide

Students reading "The Long Road Home" attended the Armenian Genocide Ceremony at City Hall.

Education

Inside a Hawk's Nest

A live cam inside a red-tailed hawk's nest teaches us about our school mascot.

Arts & Entertainment

Yarn to the Rescue

A solution to our headphone problem.

Education

Author Yoko Kawashima Watkins Wows Us Again!

Yoko's been visiting with grade 8 students for more than 10 years -- spreading lessons of courage, fortitude and caring for others.

Education

Stories of Mt. St. Helens

Know the difference between a legend and a myth? That’s what the Grade 7 Tigers are learning while studying the eruption of Mt. St. Helens.

History

'Carry On Mr. Bowditch'

It’s tough to interest students to read about local mathematician Nathaniel Bowditch, who is remembered for his work in ocean navigation. His major work, however, is still used on U.S. Navy ships.

Education

AFJROTC Presentation for Interested Grade 8 Students

Eighty students came to the library on March 8 to learn about the high school's Air Force Junior ROTC program.

Education

Romney Wins Students' Mock Primary in Landslide, but Still Loses to Obama

Obama won the Higgins Mock Election with 480 votes to Romney's 452. Other results: Santorum, 102; Paul, 99; and Gingrich, 76. Great job Broncos! Thank you Ms. Viega!

Education

Higgins Students Vote in a Mock Election

Students visit the library to weigh in on the GOP Presidential Primary. Grade 8 students participate in a national mock election using electonic ballots; other students cast paper ballots.

Education

Middle Schoolers Show Strong Interest in Working On-Site Daycare for Employees' Kids

The great response indicates a large and enthusiastic interest in early childhood careers from middle school girls.