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Freshman Alex Kindem, a player on the varsity lacrosse team, waits in line to pass through the metal detectors on Jan. 24, the first day they were implemented.
Metal detectors adjust athletes’ routines
Chicks in science teacher Sally Kempfer's classroom hatch and take their first steps on March 10. "We talked about the stages of fetal development in biology," Kempfer said. "Now we get to enjoy cute spring chickens as spring is upon us."
Bringing life to the classroom
A sarcophagus made by junior Amy Billsbury stands in art teacher Jelena Robbins's room.
Art class paints on classroom walls
Members of the French National Honor Society pose at the Florida Congrès competition on March 6. “Congrès is going to be great this year,” junior Francis Lewandowski said. “Ms. Khlyabich set it up so well, and it’s going to be an amazing learning experience.”
French state event brings students together through language, competition
“Captain America: Brave New World” elicits mixed student reactions 
“Captain America: Brave New World” elicits mixed student reactions 
Senior Aubrey Reiter serves the ball during her match against Bayside on Feb. 4.
Girls tennis takes down Viera
A sarcophagus made by junior Amy Billsbury stands in art teacher Jelena Robbins's room.
Art class paints on classroom walls
“Captain America: Brave New World” elicits mixed student reactions 
“Captain America: Brave New World” elicits mixed student reactions 
Sequel showdown
Sequel showdown
Art teacher Jelena Robbins back in the classroom after surgery
Putting on a Show: Spanish students create telenovelas as final project
Debate class practices congressional debate
Freshman Alex Kindem, a player on the varsity lacrosse team, waits in line to pass through the metal detectors on Jan. 24, the first day they were implemented.
Metal detectors adjust athletes’ routines
Chicks in science teacher Sally Kempfer's classroom hatch and take their first steps on March 10. "We talked about the stages of fetal development in biology," Kempfer said. "Now we get to enjoy cute spring chickens as spring is upon us."
Bringing life to the classroom
Members of the French National Honor Society pose at the Florida Congrès competition on March 6. “Congrès is going to be great this year,” junior Francis Lewandowski said. “Ms. Khlyabich set it up so well, and it’s going to be an amazing learning experience.”
French state event brings students together through language, competition
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Students experience different degrees of burnout
Senior Sasha Garcia conducts a research experiment for her Capstone Science Research project on Jan. 14. "I’m making an antibiotic treatment out of coconut oil and garlic allicin," Garcia said. "I want to go into medicine so this is very helpful for me."
Students prepare for the 2025 Brevard County Science Fair
Senior Carter Newlin leads the First Priority club during Power Hour on Thursday, Jan. 16. "I love that people are showing up for the message," Newlin said. "I'm excited to be doing something so meaningful."
First Priority sees major increase in attendance, continues to grow
Senior Aubrey Reiter serves the ball during her match against Bayside on Feb. 4.
Girls tennis takes down Viera
Basketball going through a hoop
Three players from JV boys basketball move to varsity
(From left) Seniors Beau Couture, Yogi Patel, coach Corey Burton, Camden Garoust, and Christian Rebec will play their final basketball home game on Jan. 31.
Seniors bid farewell
Boys varsity basketball changes its game after losses
Boys varsity basketball changes its game after losses
Girls varsity basketball defeats MCC, breaks losing streak
Girls varsity basketball defeats MCC, breaks losing streak
From left, seniors Allison Gunnell, Rebecca Lorigan and Stefania Raffaelli celebrate their girls varsity soccer Senior Night on Dec. 13.
Senior Night marks a bittersweet farewell for girls varsity soccer
Streamline and Interscope Records
In pieces
The cover design for David Gilmour's latest album, "Luck and Strange," features a man pushing against a river's stream in reference to the lyrics of "Scattered," the album's final track.
Former Pink Floyd frontman David Gilmour embraces passage of time in “Luck and Strange” tour
Wikimedia Commons
End of an era
Wicked: A magical tale that hits the right notes
Wicked: A magical tale that hits the right notes
Sequel showdown
Sequel showdown
Photo/Creative Commons
Made to last
Seniors Anna Vittitoe and Dawson Jenkins slow dance after being crowned the West Shore Prom King and Queen of 2024. “It was a really fun moment,” Vittitoe said. “We weren’t expecting people to vote for us, so when they called our names we were really surprised.”
Scheduling struggles
Seniors Scarlett Edammudalige (left) and Ana Sophia Bustamante Bravo work on creating ticket designs for prom, which will be held on Friday, April 4.
A different dance
First down
First down
Former Principal Rick Fleming, who retired last year after being principal of the school for 17 years, waves to the crowd. “This event is awesome, but they should save it for years when we get blue ribbons,” junior Kellyn Hoffmann said. “It would make the event even more special.”
Spring Fling: The photo collection
Students play Gaga ball, where players try to eliminate opponents by hitting them with a ball below the knees. “I’ve been playing Gaga ball for years now, as a boy scout,” junior Parker Wales said. “Although I think my lack of skill seen today comes from the mass amount of people in the pit. I’m typically used to bouncing the balls off the walls and on to people to get them out. The school should invest in an in-ground wooden gaga pit, then I’ll play better.”
Spring Fling Photos: Games and activities
Chamber Orchestra performs at its Pre-MPA Concert on Feb. 21.
Live orchestra returns to musical theater productions
Streamline and Interscope Records
In pieces
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2024/02/02/key-nominees-for-the-2024-grammy-awards/
Sound of success
Saving the best for last
Saving the best for last
The name game
The name game
The COIN logo displays on the screen during the COIN "I'm Not Afraid Of Tour Anymore" concert on November 2, 2024.
COIN expresses vulnerability, embrace their community on tour
Creative Commons https://www.flickr.com/photos/kennyysun/36100904785
Kendrick Lamar scores a touchdown with halftime performance
Suffocated by security
Suffocated by security
Max Madl appears at his school board campaign booth through a virtual call due to a flight cancellation in August 2024.
Growing pains
Journalism's success derives from culture
Journalism’s success derives from culture
Illustration by Addyson Leathers
Mini media
Illustration by Addyson Leathers
Life and limb
Parents have the right to know what their kids are being taught
Streamline and Interscope Records
In pieces
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2024/02/02/key-nominees-for-the-2024-grammy-awards/
Sound of success
Saving the best for last
Saving the best for last
The COIN logo displays on the screen during the COIN "I'm Not Afraid Of Tour Anymore" concert on November 2, 2024.
COIN expresses vulnerability, embrace their community on tour
Creative Commons https://www.flickr.com/photos/kennyysun/36100904785
Kendrick Lamar scores a touchdown with halftime performance
The cover design for David Gilmour's latest album, "Luck and Strange," features a man pushing against a river's stream in reference to the lyrics of "Scattered," the album's final track.
Former Pink Floyd frontman David Gilmour embraces passage of time in “Luck and Strange” tour
Volleyball Sideline Sports
2024 Graduation Livestream
Reading under review
Tea time with Fleming
On track
Steppin’ out
Reading under review
Tea time with Fleming
Fleming Chronicles: Graduation Curveball
Pioneering Pathways
Ella Dorfman: “Teacher Fear”
Fleming Chronicles: Hiring Frenzy
Volleyball Sideline Sports
2024 Graduation Livestream
On track
Steppin’ out
Sophomore Grace Murphy gets rid of any excess chalk. "When I look at the high bar, I always tell myself that I got this." Murphy said.
Just routine
Sponsored by Brevard's own Tyler Sirois, house bill 1 plans to ban social media accounts held by people under 16. Junior Carter Newlin said the bill is "stupid" because he said he thinks "they won't be able to enforce it like they're able to." If passed the bill would go into effect on July 1.
House bill 1 threatens social media access for youth
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Junior Kha Duong waits to return a serve during a match against Melbourne High on Wednesday,

Boys’ Tennis dropped in regionals

Sam Lack, Staff Writer
April 8, 2014
Junior Kaitlin Inganna tries to grab a loose ball in a game against Merritt Island

Girls’ Lax whips bulldogs, Boys fall

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
March 7, 2014
Senior Ryan Robidoux dribbles the ball down the field.

Boys’ soccer honors seniors in loss to Tigers

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
January 15, 2014
Senior Ryan Robidoux takes on three Melbourne Central Catholic defenders in a 2012 game

Boys’ soccer thwarted by top-ranked Eagles

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
November 15, 2013
Lady Wildcats win in 4 sets on senior night

Lady Wildcats win in 4 sets on senior night

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
October 11, 2013
America Runs on Economics

[Photo] America Runs on Economics

October 2, 2013
Junior Taylor Kelley goes in for a kill in a match against Central Catholic.

Lady Wildcats dropped by Holy Trinity in three sets

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
September 26, 2013
Junior Taylor Kelley goes in for a kill in a match against Central Catholic.

Lady Wildcats stung by Hustlers in three sets

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
September 25, 2013
Sophomore Mary Grace Lally and freshman Luisa De La Hoz talk between points in a September match.

Lady Wildcats cool off Heat, win in three sets

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
September 13, 2013
Junior Casey Schauman prepares to receive a serve.

Volleyball gets first win, trounces War Eagles

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
September 4, 2013
Juniors Kasi West, Taylor Kelley and Kaitlin Inganna meet after a point, in a district match against Edgewood on Aug. 27

Lady Wildcats dropped by Indians in three sets

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
August 29, 2013
Erica Lobmeyer, 10, returns a warmup serve in a junior varsity game from 2012.

Girls’ Volleyball prepares to tackle Edgewood in opener

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
August 28, 2013

Volleyball season kicks off with preseason jamboree

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
August 21, 2013
Cheer team to participate in UCF summer camp

Cheer team to participate in UCF summer camp

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
July 1, 2013
Girls’ lacrosse wraps up successful season

Girls’ lacrosse wraps up successful season

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
April 24, 2013
’Cats rally to beat Mustangs in double-OT

’Cats rally to beat Mustangs in double-OT

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
April 17, 2013
Boys shock Bulldogs, spoil senior night

Boys shock Bulldogs, spoil senior night

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
April 12, 2013
Lady Wildcats pound Bulldogs on senior night

Lady Wildcats pound Bulldogs on senior night

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
March 14, 2013
Boys' lacrosse drubbed by Tigers

Boys’ lacrosse drubbed by Tigers

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
March 13, 2013
Girls' lacrosse "wins" against Holy Trinity

Girls’ lacrosse “wins” against Holy Trinity

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
March 6, 2013

Girls’ Lacrosse stings Scorpions in OT

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
February 25, 2013
Girls' record season ends in heartbreak

Girls’ record season ends in heartbreak

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
February 8, 2013
Foster’s 17 leads girls to district championship

Foster’s 17 leads girls to district championship

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
February 4, 2013

Girls’ basketball thumps Indians to open season

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
November 14, 2012

Girls’ golf drives through districts; regional next

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
October 17, 2012

Lady Wildcats top Astronaut in four sets

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
October 4, 2012

Volleyball team tops Mel Hi for first time

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
August 28, 2012

Volleyball wins 3 in preseason tourney

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
August 27, 2012

Y.O.O.O. – You Only Olympics Once

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
August 15, 2012

Boys’ tennis falls in district finals

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
April 12, 2012

Wildcats face stiff test in Berkeley Prep

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
February 16, 2012

Girls’ basketball pounds Covenant

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
January 24, 2012

Third-quarter lapse dooms girls’ hoops

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
January 13, 2012

Freshman Kline adds to family legacy

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
January 6, 2012

Volleyball wins final home game, shellacks Brevard Christian

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
October 24, 2011

MS girls top Edgewood to make playoffs

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
October 5, 2011

Volleyball team turns back Space Coast rally

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
September 15, 2011

Lady Wildcats basketball falls short against Space Coast

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
September 9, 2011

Volleyball team topples Covenant Christian

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
September 6, 2011

Board OKs lacrosse as a varsity sport

Sam Lack, Sports Editor
August 30, 2011

Fifteen girls make middle school basketball squad

Sam Lack, Staff Writer
August 26, 2011
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