Category Archives: Music/Concerts

Selling raffle tickets for Vans concert

At Highland Park Senior High, for the following 2 weeks, students from the school newspaper class are going to be selling raffle tickets for a chance to win 2 Vans Warped Tour concert tickets. The festival will take place in Shakopee, MN, on July 24th. Tickets will be available during both A and B lunch, for $2 each. They can also be purchased in Ms. Lingofelt’s room, 2205.

This is a great way for the newspaper students to build team work while also being a fun activity. This will help raise money for the newspaper  so they can possibly print copies in the future. This is also a rare opportunity because the class doesn’t always get access to tickets, so this is a great thing.

Please help with the newspaper’s fundraising effort! Buy a raffle ticket today!

Nerf Wars

As you all might know, Nerf Wars has started here at Highland. Every year students organize it and it lasts for about a month. Some of you might not know what it is, so what does Nerf Wars consist of and how does it work?

Nerf Wars are very fun to play with friends and family. It is an activity using Nerf guns or other toy weapons. Nerf Wars include outdoor battles and shoot-outs, it can take place anywhere, any area with a good amount of space are good candidates. With a large range of participants, outdoor areas are great for Nerf War battles. Nerf guns are relatively safe and cheap.

Here at Highland, there’re about 30 teams, each team including 5 players on each team, and all grades can participate. It is not a school planned activity, usually a group of seniors set it up and are known as the commissioners. Everything takes place outside of school and is not associated with any SPPS extra curricular activities. The commissioners set up a bracket, the rankings are based off of how many seniors are on the team, athleticism, how many licensed drivers, and car access.

Nerf Wars can be an entertaining event for people who are not playing as well. Teams and Highland Nerf Wars have set up twitter pages where you can interact with each other, read funny updates on teams wins and loses, and see photos people post about it.  Overall, Nerf Wars is an annual game that many enjoy participating in to end off the year with some fun.

Again, as previously mentioned, Nerf Wars are not a school sponsored event, and the school takes no responsibility for student conduct connected to Nerf Wars. Bring Nerf Wars to school at your own risk, as school discipline related to unacceptable behavior may apply.

October 2015 horoscopes


Monthly Horoscopes for October 2015.

Aries:March 21-April 20 Love ill be pouring your way if you’re just patient, you will also be finding ways to support yourself and others around you more than ever.

Taurus: April 21-May 21 This month brings in loads of commitment. Whatever your relationship status is be ready to bring it to the next step with open arms and you’ll get everything you desire!

Gemini: May 22-June 21 This month you’ll want to really take your friends in with open arms as they may be going through a rough patch in their lives. Make a dinner, take them out, or just hangout- they’ll really appreciate it.Cancer: June 22- July 22 Have you been thinking about taking on a new activity? Maybe a job, getting a pet, or joining a club or sport? Do it, do it, do it! This is your month for change.

Leo: July 23-August 22 You will be very creative this month. It’s time to paint, draw, or maybe even write a poem! It will definitely do you justice.

Virgo: August 23- September 23 Study, study, study! This month may be a bit more tough than others. Education is BIG right now, and it also might be bringing you down. You might want to stay home a couple Friday nights instead of going out with some friends.

Libra: September 23- October 24 This is your month to meet new people and make new friends. Get involved when you have the opportunity!

Scorpio: October 24- November 22 Treat yourself this month! Get your nails and hair done, go shopping, or just spend the whole day at home watching Netflix! Just relax, happiness is heading your way.

Sagittarius: November 23-December 21 Have you been thinking of applying for a job or getting a new one because yours isn’t treating you the best? This month is better than ever as stores will be getting busier as Christmas is coming closer. This timing could never be better, it will most definitely work out in your favor.

Capricorn: December 22- January 20 Big news will be brought to you this month by someone you have feelings for. Be patient and hopeful.

Aquarius: January 21- February 19 Volunteer this month. It will change your life for the better and maybe even make you realize what you would like to pursue with your life.

Pisces: February 20- March 20 This month will bring you money and love, two of everybody’s favorite things! It will be coming fast, so be ready.