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By Peighton Kelley News Editor Crete-Monee's journalism program continues to grow as students compete in the Illinois High School Association Journalism Competition against schools across the state. While many students are known for sports, journalism students are showing that academic teams can also represent their school with pride, competitors advancing to state to compete against multiple other Illinois schools. IHSA State Journalism competitors Chase Stone (left) and Tri

By Trinity Humphrey General Reporter On April 29, 2026, students and staff at Crete-Monee High School participated in their first-ever Unplug Day, putting away their devices to focus on real-world connections. Freshman Chase Stone is forced to turn off his Chromebook and use paper and pencil during Unplug Day on April 29. Photo by Alasia Jamison. This day was planned as a drill to protect students from cyber attacks targeted at our school. Throughout the school day, classroom

By Kamya Rice News Reporter Students are worried about bathroom policies for the school year, concerning themselves about locked bathrooms, cleanliness, and the comfort in the facilities. Jacob Powell tries to use the bathroom in the B Wing, but it is locked. Photo by Tyler Blackburn. Safety rules and basic needs have been getting more attention. Locked restrooms, limited passes, and systems like SmartPass became common in many schools to lower the amount of

By Dalay’a Pinkney News Editor At CMHS, taking Advanced Placement courses is a good way to start early on college-level work, potentially earn college credit, save on tuition, and strengthen your college applications, all while still in high school. Senior Josiah Moore prepared for the AP Literature and Composition exam by going to an after-school session hosted by Mr. Kenealy. Photo by Myleigh Ryba Throughout the school year, students are prepared for the timed College Board

By Zyon Floyd Sports Editor The boys' volleyball season has been a mix of progress, challenges, and growing chemistry, showing that while the team is not at its peak yet, it is steadily improving together, growing from each other, and learning to play as one. The boys' varsity team played a match against Joliet Township High School. Photo by Bella Velasquez. students in their lives. Seniors can now enjoy moments of freedom, be themselves, and find their next steps. For most

By Amir Barton General Reporter Under the bright lights of a high school playoff game, Dominic Jackson didn't just play; he took over, turning preparation into performance and effort into dominance when his team needed him most. Photo courtesy of Dominic Jackson “My most memorable performance was our first playoff game, where I had four touchdowns on 12 carries for 150 yards, and it felt great to help lead my team in such an important moment,” Dominic Jackson said. That perfo

By Jordyn Sanchez Editor in Chief Girls’ soccer season is coming to an end, with some of the varsity players saying goodbye to their seniors, but their pride builds stronger as their game runs to an end. The girls strive to win more games as well as represent the school with more accuracy. In girls’ varsity soccer, they’ve had a tough season but made 5th overall conference, winning a quarter of their games even to go as far not letting the other teams score a point in a matc

By Amir Shaffer-Mahone Editorial Assistant At Crete Monee High School, one of the graduation requirements for students is to complete a certain number of hours of community service. Each year, students are supposed to complete seven hours of community service, totaling 28 hours over four years. Students need to meet their community service hours quota before they graduate. They can find opportunities throughout the school. There are both benefits and challenges around the pro

By Bryce Milburn Sports Editor The Crete-Monee Warrior baseball and softball team played their senior night against Rich Township Raptors for softball winning 18-8 and the Thornridge Falcons for baseball on May 20. The Warriors delivered two huge victories, creating memories on this field that will last a lifetime. Photo taken by Crete Monee athletic page of all the athletes on signing day. Four-year softball player, shortstop and Governor State University commit, Taleeana R