Making our mark in any medium... the official student news of Normal Community High School

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Making our mark in any medium... the official student news of Normal Community High School

Inkspot

Making our mark in any medium... the official student news of Normal Community High School

Inkspot

Mr. John Bergmann and Dhanush Gurrala (’23) channeled the “King of Pop’s” spirit with their dance to a medley of Michael Jackson hits, moonwalking their way to the Dancing with the Staff trophy.

‘Dancing with the Staff’ supports March of Dimes amid maternal death crisis

Anna Dunne, Senior Staff Reporter Mar 22, 2023

The FBLA’s Dancing with the Staff competition raised $525 for their national charity partner, March of Dimes, on Tues., Feb. 21. The organizations’ partnership dates back to 1975 when FBLA chapters...

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The impact of the 10% reduction to each department’s material and supply budget will be substantial, several Community staff members said.

Budget cuts reduce hands-on learning opportunities

Inkspot Staff, Inkspot Staff Mar 8, 2023

Superintendent Dr. Kristen Weikle said ultimately, students will suffer due to the nearly $2 million in budget cuts approved during Jan. 31’s special board meeting. “Our students,” Weikle said,...

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Sweet Spot: Volume Five

Sweet Spot: Volume Five

Mallory Thomison's Valentine's Day Cake Pop Recipe review
Dylan Wehmeyer and Anna Dunne Feb 14, 2023

In the February Issue of the Inkspot magazine, Mallory Thomison offered up an easy and affordable Cake Pop recipe. Like Valentine's Days from years gone by, Thomison brought her cakey creations into...

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Sweet Spot: Volume Four

Sweet Spot: Volume Four

Crumbl Cookies’ Peppermint Cupcake cookie review
Abby Ruebush and Avani Rai Jan 5, 2023

The Sweet Spot puts desserts from eateries around town to the test, deciding whether they hit the spot or miss the mark. Two Inkspot staffers review each product based on taste, presentation and...

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Senior Spotlight 1/2: Mason Burns

Senior Spotlight 1/2: Mason Burns

Abby Ruebush, Senior Staff Reporter Jan 2, 2023

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On the Spot: Ep. 6 – ‘Winter Break plans’ [video]

Anna Dunne and Jeffery Woodard Dec 16, 2022
Anna Dunne and Jeffery Woodard asked Community students and staff about their Winter Break plans.
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Senior Spotlight 12/12: Makenzie Albert

Senior Spotlight 12/12: Makenzie Albert

Abby Ruebush, Senior Staff Reporter Dec 12, 2022

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Senior Spotlight 12/5: Hannah Pendleton

Senior Spotlight 12/5: Hannah Pendleton

Abby Ruebush, Senior Staff Reporter Dec 8, 2022

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‘On the Job’: a Q&A with nurses Mrs. Tamara Ahrens and Mrs. Jessica Murphy

‘On the Job’: a Q&A with nurses Mrs. Tamara Ahrens and Mrs. Jessica Murphy

Mallory Thomison, Staff Reporter Nov 30, 2022
“On the Job” shines a light on Community’s support staff, the often under-appreciated employees whose hard work behind the scenes and dedication to the school contribute to the student experience each and every day.
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Senior Spotlight 11/28: Ellen Wang

Senior Spotlight 11/28: Ellen Wang

Abby Ruebush, Senior Staff Reporter Nov 28, 2022

 

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Senior Spotlight 11/14: Megan Baker

Senior Spotlight 11/14: Megan Baker

Abby Ruebush, Senior Staff Reporter Nov 14, 2022

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Senior Spotlight 11/7: Ruth Oliveros-Gallardo

Senior Spotlight 11/7: Ruth Oliveros-Gallardo

Abby Ruebush, Senior Staff Reporter Nov 14, 2022

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On the Spot: Ep. 5 – ‘Community shares their Halloween costumes’ [video]

Anna Dunne and Jeffery Woodard Nov 10, 2022
Anna Dunne and Jeffery Woodard took to Community's halls on Oct. 31 to find out what students, staff dressed up as for Halloween.
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Senior Spotlight 10/31: Hailey Hasty

Senior Spotlight 10/31: Hailey Hasty

Abby Ruebush, Senior Staff Reporter Nov 4, 2022

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For this special edition of Sweet Spot, the Inkspot put 10 Halloween candies to the taste test.

Sweet Spot Special Edition – Halloween Candy

Inkspot staff reviews 10 popular Halloween candy varieties
Inkspot Staff, Inkspot Staff Nov 1, 2022

  For this special edition of the Sweet Spot, the Inkspot staff put 10 popular Halloween candies to the test, dissecting the selections from two variety packs. 97% of Americans planned to...

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