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News and Publications of Notre Dame de Sion

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Ava Rawson

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief

Favorite Show: The Alienist

Spirit Animal: Chandler

Guilty Pleasure: Pinterest

Pet Peeve: When people clap after the movie is finished

Favorite Place to Visit: Kennebunkport, Maine

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Looking ahead to college this upcoming fall, senior Kendall Rogers will attend Villanova University, senior Sophie Hewitt will attend Kansas State University and senior Brenna Richart will attend the University of Kansas.

Graduating DeciSION

Katie Fitzgerald, Reporter May 7, 2019

Looking ahead to college this upcoming fall, senior Kendall Rogers will attend Villanova University, senior Sophie Hewitt will attend Kansas State University and senior Brenna Richart will attend the University...

Carrying the class ring for a junior, seniors Scout Kneely and Sophie Hewitt walk up to present Lauren Mead her ring April 11.

A Year in Review

Staff May 1, 2019

Carrying the class ring for a junior, seniors Scout Kneely and Sophie Hewitt walk up to present Lauren Mead her ring April 11.

In advance of her new song release, Taylor Swift surprises fans at the new Kelsey Montague "What Lifts You Up" Mural on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tenn. Swift commissioned the mural and put clues about her upcoming new music in the piece. (Leah Puttkammer/Getty Images/TNS)

Because She’s Dead

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Apr 29, 2019

As a semi-dedicated Taylor Swift listener, the rug has been pulled out from under me, this must have been what her country audience had felt like when Taylor went from country to pop, leaving them,...

Seniors Emily Koca and Lily Muehlbach present junior Libby Slaymaker with her class ring at the junior ring ceremony April 11.

Ringing in a New Senior Class

Ana Pendergast, Web Managing Editor Apr 13, 2019

Seniors Emily Koca and Lily Muehlbach present junior Libby Slaymaker with her class ring at the junior ring ceremony April 11.

Sounds Good to Me

Sounds Good to Me

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Apr 12, 2019

Admittedly it is a fad, or was, as is the nature of such things, but for however long it will grace the the timelines of Instagram, or Snapchat feeds, it has developed into a niche community for some...

Men should be expected, not praised, to parent their children.

Dad Double Standard

Ava Rawson, Print Editor-in-Chief Mar 21, 2019

It takes two to tango, and but it hasn’t always taken two to raise a child. It is one thing to encourage men to play a more active role in their child’s life, because without them in most cases...

File photo of Nancy Mace, 21 who was  the first female to graduate from the
Citadel in 1999. The Citadel, an all-male military school since 1842, opened
its doors to women in 1995. (ERIK CAMPOS/THE STATE)

Divided on Drafting

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Mar 14, 2019

Should World War III come knocking our door, American women are just as responsible to answer the call as men are. And if it’s America’s fault then it shouldn’t just be men cleaning up the nation’s...

Co-captain senior Megan Broomfield leaps during Dance Team’s pom performance at State Feb. 23. The team won first for their pom performance and first overall for the tenth consecutive year.

Dance Team Makes it a Decade of Dubs

Allie Dierks, A&E Editor Feb 26, 2019

Co-captain senior Megan Broomfield leaps during Dance Team’s pom performance at State Feb. 23. The team won first for their pom performance and first overall for the tenth consecutive year.

Senior Mia McLey stands with her parents Mike and Catherine to be recognized at the senior ceremony before the basketball game Feb. 21. McLey was recognized with fellow senior players Gretta Allen, Molly Wagner and Vanshay Purnell and senior manager Kaitlin Jones.

Basketball Loses the Irish Cup

Ana Pendergast, Web Managing Editor Feb 22, 2019

Senior Lola Tebby looks to her teamate after the Storm scores during the basketball game against St. Teresa's Academy Feb. 21. The Storm ended up losing the game 61 to 55.

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, with his wife Pam at his side, said at a news conference in the Executive Mansion on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, that he is not the person in the racist photo in the EVMS yearbook and he will not resign. (Steve Earley/Virginian Pilot/TNS)

Virginia, It’s 2019

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Feb 20, 2019

Being removed from the situation, it’s easy to take a look and laugh about how the reputation of the state government of Virginia is in shambles over a picture from an old yearbook, but it is no laughing...

Seniors Megan Broomfield, Kristen Rogge, Chandler Rawson and Emily Kocca, with junior Libby Slaymaker preform the team's kick routine at Nationals Feb. 2.

Dance Team Doubles Down at Nationals

Ava Rawson, Print Editor-in-Chief Feb 6, 2019

        Traveling over 1,200 miles to represent their school every year, the dance team competes against schools from all across the nation at the United Dance Associations...

Senior Elizabeth Ericson ensures that her fingers are in the perfect position while practicing Nov. 5.

Daily Discipline

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor in Chief Feb 4, 2019

Preparation starts before school stops, as she uses whatever time possible to begin what will soon be a tightly wound bun on the crown of her head before driving to collect her tights, leotard and thoughts...

Senior Chandler Rawson and alum and former Captain Mary Evans discuss the performance after the competition.

Two Bronze Finishes for the Dance Team

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Jan 8, 2019

Over Christmas Break the dance team traveled by bus to Chicago, the weekend before school came back in session, to compete in the annual Chicagoland competition Jan. 4-6. The competition resulted in two...

Junior Lilly Denney performs at the Christmas concert with Grand Choeur Dec. 11.

Choir Performs Christmas Carols

Paula Sweeny, Co-Photo Editor Dec 13, 2018

Sophomore Anna Baklanov sings "Silent Night" while holding a candle at the Christmas Concert Dec. 11.

Junior Lily Henkle runs around STA defender Lily Farkiss in an attempt to shoot on goal, moments before being fouled Dec. 4.

The Storm Falls to the Stars

Sela Kincaid, Reporter Dec 5, 2018

Junior Lily Henkle runs around STA defender Lily Farkiss in an attempt to shoot on goal, moments before being fouled Dec. 4.

During sunset, a few from the group peered through the bollard fence watching the action of U.S. Border patrol agents on the north side of the fence on Nov. 14, 2018. (Nelvin C. Cepeda/San Diego Union-Tribune/TNS)

Caravan Craziness

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Nov 27, 2018

  Those seeking asylum in the United States that are traveling with the caravan want the opportunity to become citizens, but storming the border, and climbing over fences according to the Washington...

Sophomore Kate Vankeirsbilck dressed in her hunting camo, blends into her natural element.

On the Hunt

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Nov 13, 2018

Rising before the sun, her little time in the morning is spent trying to outfit herself with enough camo to make herself invisible, while also throwing on as much hunting orange to do the opposite. The...

The stack of cans collected by the Sophomores that was located in the Commons.

Food For Thought Reaches Goal

Kamryn Rogers, Reporter Nov 12, 2018

The stack of cans collected by the Sophomores that was located in the Commons.

The bus stop near campus which is the proposed spot for the Blessings Box.

Blessings Box Beginnings

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-In-Chief Nov 1, 2018

Principal Natalie McDonough and the Student Advisory Council are heading an initiative to bring a Blessings Box to the bus stop outside of the school for people who may need help with food, personal items...

Junior Caroline Ehren walks to class dressed up as a hippie for Halloween, Oct. 31.

Spooky Spirit Fills the Halls

Stephanie Vince, Reporter Oct 31, 2018

Junior Caroline Ehren walks to class dressed up as a hippie for Halloween, Oct. 31.

Junior Inaya Khan recites poetry at Her Majesty’s Theater Oct. 15. The theme for the night was community which was reflected in the poetry selections.

Her Majesty’s Theater Focuses on Community

Ava Stoltz, News & Sports Section Editor Oct 17, 2018

Junior Inaya Khan recites poetry at Her Majesty’s Theater Oct. 15. The theme for the night was community which was reflected in the poetry selections.

International Day of the Girl to Span the Year

International Day of the Girl to Span the Year

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Oct 10, 2018

The International Day of the Girl celebrated  Oct. 11 across the globe was declared by the United Nations in 2011 with the purpose of highlighting and addressing the challenges and needs of women and...

GIPHY Cam adds new levels to Media Potential

GIPHY Cam adds new levels to Media Potential

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-In-Cheif Aug 30, 2018

Making a gif is simple and sharing it is easy with GIPHY Cam. The GIF Creator. This free app available on Apple and Android, belongs on your home screen. Gifs can be animated pictures, or short videos...

Those blue eyes blessed the album cover and everyone at the Kansas City starlight Theatre.

1/5 of One Direction was 10/10

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-In-Cheif Aug 26, 2018

As a typical, bitter, One Directioner, supporting any of the solo careers of the former band members was not a top priority. But on Wednesday night the famed cheeky Irishman made an appearance at the open...

Seniors Emily Koca and Lilly Concannon pose for a selfie in the senior parking lot during the senior tailgate, Aug. 15. They plan to hang the selfie in their maison leader English teacher Melissa Wilcox’s room.

Seniors Celebrate at Annual Senior Tailgate

Ava Rawson, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Aug 16, 2018

Doughnuts. Chocolate chip cookies. Capri-suns. The senior class started the school year with a tailgate before classes started Aug. 15. Along with eating the various treats, breakfast foods and drinks,...

Senior Caroline Hunter hula hoops at Summer Splash.

Incoming Freshmen Attend Summer Splash

Jun 23, 2018

Incoming freshman McKenzie Warren and Imaul Hollins slide down the slip'n'slide at the Summer Splash.

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