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Zahra Parsons

Zahra Parsons, Print Co Editor-in-Chief

Celebrity Idol: Taylor Swift

Favorite Movie: “Mean Girls”

Go To Road Trip Snack: Trail Mix

Favorite Breakfast Food: Pancakes

Go To Coffee Order: Iced Chai With Oatmilk

Favorite Sion Tradition: Graduation

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Storms in Mississippi left trails of mass destruction upon some of its most vulnerable towns.

Southeastern States Battered by Deadly Tornadoes

Zahra Parsons, Print Co Editor-in-Chief Mar 31, 2023

Tornadoes and severe thunderstorms decimated cities in Mississippi, Georgia and Alabama Friday, March 25, and over the weekend, causing mass damage of houses and buildings, as well as dozens of deaths...

Underground Getaways

Underground Getaways

Zahra Parsons, Print Co Editor-in-Chief Mar 13, 2023

For many, spring break is the perfect time to get away from the stress and turmoil of school, work and daily life. There are many important factors to keep in mind when selecting the perfect spring break...

Sophomores Becca Houlehan and Izzy Zschoche stand with Kansas state Representative Mari-Lynn Poskin Monday, Feb. 6.

A Step Towards Change

Zahra Parsons, Print Co Editor-In-Chief Mar 3, 2023

Sophomores Becca Houlehan and Izzy Zschoche met with Kansas state representatives Jerry Stogsdill and Mari-Lynn Poskin Monday, Feb. 6, to advocate for House Bill 2111, which would end sales tax on food...

The four March sisters, played by seniors Addie Hiestand and Carolina O'Byrne, junior Noelle Bertrand and freshman Arle McCallon, and Marmee, played by junior Suzanne Sade, gather around the couch to read a letter.

“Little Women” Photogallery

Zahra Parsons, Print Co Editor-in-Chief Jan 30, 2023

Beaming with pride, senior Addie Hiestand, playing Jo March, reads a telegram aloud.

Beaming with pride, senior Addie Hiestand, playing Jo March, reads a telegram aloud.

Embracing one another, junior Noelle Bertrand and Whitefield Academy junior Henry Schulewitz perform the proposal scene between Meg March and John Brooke.

Embracing one another, junior Noelle Bertrand and Whitefield Academy junior Henry Schulewitz perform the proposal scene between Meg March and John Brooke.

Hand-in-hand, the four March sisters, played by freshman Arle McCallon, junior Noelle Bertrand and seniors Addie Hiestand and Caroline O'Byrne, pictured left to right, perform "Our Finest Dreams."

Hand-in-hand, the four March sisters, played by freshman Arle McCallon, junior Noelle Bertrand and seniors Addie Hiestand and Caroline O'Byrne, pictured left to right, perform "Our Finest Dreams."

Contemplating her relationship with Laurie, Jo March, played by senior Addie Hiestand, sings "Astonishing."

Contemplating her relationship with Laurie, Jo March, played by senior Addie Hiestand, sings "Astonishing."

Sitting on the beach, Jo and Beth March, played by seniors Addie Hiestand and Carolina O'Byrne, respectively, reminisce on their childhood memories.

Sitting on the beach, Jo and Beth March, played by seniors Addie Hiestand and Carolina O'Byrne, respectively, reminisce on their childhood memories.

Looking out at the audience, senior Addie Hiestand sings "Astonishing."

Looking out at the audience, senior Addie Hiestand sings "Astonishing."

Beaming with joy, junior Claire Boma and Barstow junior Dylan Markey perform the engagement announcement scene between Amy and Laurie.

Beaming with joy, junior Claire Boma and Barstow junior Dylan Markey perform the engagement announcement scene between Amy and Laurie.

Reminiscing on her Sion theatre career, senior Chloe Welch takes her final musical bow.

Reminiscing on her Sion theatre career, senior Chloe Welch takes her final musical bow.

Staring lovingly at one another, senior Addie Hiestand and Rockhurst senior Matthew Schneeberger enact the proposal scene between Jo and Professor Bhaer, performing "A Small Umbrella."

Staring lovingly at one another, senior Addie Hiestand and Rockhurst senior Matthew Schneeberger enact the proposal scene between Jo and Professor Bhaer, performing "A Small Umbrella."

Overcome with the joy of being newly engaged, junior Claire Boma, playing older Amy March, sings "The Most Amazing Thing."

Overcome with the joy of being newly engaged, junior Claire Boma, playing older Amy March, sings "The Most Amazing Thing."

Radiating happiness, senior Carolina O'Byrne jumps onto the back of senior Addie Hiestand to finish off the performance of "Five Forever."

Radiating happiness, senior Carolina O'Byrne jumps onto the back of senior Addie Hiestand to finish off the performance of "Five Forever."

Looking at one another with sad smiles, junior Claire Boma, freshman Arle McCallon, senior Addie Hiestand, junior Noelle Bertrand and senior Carolina O'Byrne, pictured left to right, take their final bow of the show.

Looking at one another with sad smiles, junior Claire Boma, freshman Arle McCallon, senior Addie Hiestand, junior Noelle Bertrand and senior Carolina O'Byrne, pictured left to right, take their final bow...

Barstow junior Dylan Markey sings "Take a Chance on Me."

Barstow junior Dylan Markey sings "Take a Chance on Me."

After declaring Laurie, played by Barstow junior Dyland Markey, as their unofficial brother, senior Addie Hiestand and junior Noelle Bertrand sing "Five Forever."

After declaring Laurie, played by Barstow junior Dyland Markey, as their unofficial brother, senior Addie Hiestand and junior Noelle Bertrand sing "Five Forever."

Sitting upon a towel at the beach, Marmee and Beth, played by junior Suzanne Sade and senior Carolina O'Byrne, respectively, look for hope and potential for Beth's recovery.

Sitting upon a towel at the beach, Marmee and Beth, played by junior Suzanne Sade and senior Carolina O'Byrne, respectively, look for hope and potential for Beth's recovery.

With a stern look on her face, Aunt March, played by senior Caroline Dold, shares her perspective on the important aspects of womanhood with senior Addie Hiestand.

With a stern look on her face, Aunt March, played by senior Caroline Dold, shares her perspective on the important aspects of womanhood with senior Addie Hiestand.

Struck with sadness over their separation, Meg and Mr. Brooke, played by junior Noelle Bertrand and Whitefield Academy junior Henry Schulewitz, respectively, sing "More Than I Am."

Struck with sadness over their separation, Meg and Mr. Brooke, played by junior Noelle Bertrand and Whitefield Academy junior Henry Schulewitz, respectively, sing "More Than I Am."

Taylor Swift's "Midnights" is a Glittering After-Hours Memoir

Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” is a Glittering After-Hours Memoir

Zahra Parsons, Print Co Editor-in-Chief Oct 31, 2022

Standing atop a tiered, backlit stage set, then-21 year old Taylor Swift proclaimed a blissful vengeance against her cynics in “Mean,”  the third single from her country-pop/rock amalgam Speak Now,...

Senior students bond while walking on a trail together at Three Trails Camp and Retreat Center.

Senior Retreat Photogallery

Zahra Parsons, Print Co Editor-in-Chief Oct 3, 2022

The volleyball team gathers for a huddle during a timeout.

Sion vs STA Volleyball Photogallery

Zahra Parsons, Editor-in-Chief Sep 9, 2022

Grace Townsend '22 receives her diploma during the Commencement ceremony.

Grace Townsend '22 receives her diploma during the Commencement ceremony.

The class of 2022 stands amongst each other after receiving their diplomas.

The class of 2022 stands amongst each other after receiving their diplomas.

Addi Diaz '22 and Avery Marsden '22 stand with their crown bearer after receiving their diplomas.

Addi Diaz '22 and Avery Marsden '22 stand with their crown bearer after receiving their diplomas.

Graduates take photos in the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts after the ceremony.

Graduates take photos in the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts after the ceremony.

Maggie Carpenter '22 and Sophia Totta '22 listen to the closing prayer.

Maggie Carpenter '22 and Sophia Totta '22 listen to the closing prayer.

Sophia McClure takes a photo with her sister, rising sophomore Stella McClure, after the ceremony.

Sophia McClure takes a photo with her sister, rising sophomore Stella McClure, after the ceremony.

Kate McCarthy '22 leads the closing prayer.

Kate McCarthy '22 leads the closing prayer.

Ava Albracht '22 poses for a photo with family after the ceremony.

Ava Albracht '22 poses for a photo with family after the ceremony.

Class of 2022 valedictorian Grace 
Beelman gives words of advice to her peers.

Class of 2022 valedictorian Grace Beelman gives words of advice to her peers.

Sofia Aguayo '22 stands with her sister and crown bearer, Gianna Aguayo, after receiving her diploma.

Sofia Aguayo '22 stands with her sister and crown bearer, Gianna Aguayo, after receiving her diploma.

Lauren Shaw '22 poses for a photo with family after the ceremony.

Lauren Shaw '22 poses for a photo with family after the ceremony.

Juliana Vergara '22 receives her diploma.

Juliana Vergara '22 receives her diploma.

Abby Thornhill '22 poses for a photo after the ceremony.

Abby Thornhill '22 poses for a photo after the ceremony.

Tess Tappan '22 poses for a photo with rising senior Caroline Dold after the ceremony.

Tess Tappan '22 poses for a photo with rising senior Caroline Dold after the ceremony.

Olivia Mancina '22 and Tyra Frazier '22 stand with their crown bearer after receiving their diplomas.

Olivia Mancina '22 and Tyra Frazier '22 stand with their crown bearer after receiving their diplomas.

Maddie Haukap '22 and Liesl Riffe '22 listen to principal Natalie McDonough read names.

Maddie Haukap '22 and Liesl Riffe '22 listen to principal Natalie McDonough read names.

Senior Ashley Ulowetz is serenaded by her dad, John Ulowetz.

Senior Ashley Ulowetz is serenaded by her dad, John Ulowetz.

Seniors take a selfie on the dance floor.

Seniors take a selfie on the dance floor.

Sophomore Noelle Bertrand eats dinner with her dad.

Sophomore Noelle Bertrand eats dinner with her dad.

The senior class poses for a photo before honoring the tradition of singing to their dads.

The senior class poses for a photo before honoring the tradition of singing to their dads.

Seniors sing their rendition of "Home" by Phillip Phillips.

Seniors sing their rendition of "Home" by Phillip Phillips.

Seniors rock the house!

Seniors rock the house!

Freshman Zoey Chambers and her dad wait in line for the photographer.

Freshman Zoey Chambers and her dad wait in line for the photographer.

Seniors serenade their dads.

Seniors serenade their dads.

Junior Bella Winters enters with her dad.

Junior Bella Winters enters with her dad.

Seniors Abby Thornhill and Sabrina Ross wait in line for the photographer.

Seniors Abby Thornhill and Sabrina Ross wait in line for the photographer.

Seniors prepare to sing to their dads.

Seniors prepare to sing to their dads.

Dads and daughters greet one another in the event room.

Dads and daughters greet one another in the event room.

Dads enjoy dinner among one another.

Dads enjoy dinner among one another.

Dads of seniors watch their daughters sing on the dance floor.

Dads of seniors watch their daughters sing on the dance floor.

Sophomore dads do magic tricks!

Sophomore dads do magic tricks!

Freshmen Greta Martin and Aubrey Nichols and their dads get their picture taken.

Freshmen Greta Martin and Aubrey Nichols and their dads get their picture taken.

Senior Grace Townsend hugs her dad after the song.

Senior Grace Townsend hugs her dad after the song.

Sophomore Sarah Lillis reads a prayer during Mass.

Sophomore Sarah Lillis reads a prayer during Mass.

Principal of Academics Ellen Carmody gives communion to a guest.

Principal of Academics Ellen Carmody gives communion to a guest.

Principal of Academics Ellen Carmody gives communion to a guest.

Principal of Academics Ellen Carmody gives communion to a guest.

Bishop James V. Johnston gives the homily.

Bishop James V. Johnston gives the homily.

Students and parents read the stories of holocaust victims and perpetrators.

Students and parents read the stories of holocaust victims and perpetrators.

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