Tyler Phi ‘24 was inspired to join the show choir after watching his cousin, a senior at the time, perform on stage. Despite having not taken choir in 6th grade and having no prior dance experience,...

With the rise of social platforms and desensitization in the media, empty threats have become an epidemic alarming school districts across the country. Consequences for online threats are often avoidable,...

The bright lights of Carver-Hawkeye Arena shine down on the tan hardwood floors of the basketball court. The distinctive sounds of a bouncing basketball and the squeak of shoes running down the court echo...

On October 25th, 2023, Dr. Nikki Roorda was named the new permanent superintendent of the Johnston Community School District. Dr. Roorda was named Interim Superintendent following the resignation of Laura...

Walking down the choir hallway you can hear beautiful music being sung by music teacher Hannah Ryan’s top choir, Cantus. Hannah Ryan has been teaching for 20 years, 19 of those years at Johnston, but...

A fan favorite on the basketball court, senior Alec Bauer’s ambitions go beyond the gym.  Bauer sees himself writing scripts for movies and television in his future.  “I am planning to go to...