“When you are low on credits or low on your GPA, what that starts to do is it starts to close doors and opportunities that when you get to your junior or senior year and you’re looking at collages or other plans and it makes you realize that you’re either not on track to graduate or go to your school of choice not to mention your scholarship opportunities are really limited.” East High counselor Karin Mills said.

Steven Schappaugh. Heard of him? If not, that’s probably because he’s new to East High. He’s not just your average administrator. Schappaugh is an optimistic, an honest and a down to earth guy who's new to East, but that’s not stopping him from learning about East and the people who inhabit it.  “I don’t think people know some of the great things that are happening here. I know...

Dog mom, wife, mother, and leader making a change for the better. Jill Versteeg is excited to be a School Improvement Leader at East. Versteeg is ready to do whatever she needs to help students and staff be successful.  On a regular day, she is helping with schedules or helping students get to class. She is always lending a hand when she is not in a meeting figuring out how to help support her...

  Q & A with Michaela Viewers From tennis player, to Cheerleader, GSA member, Student Government member, Link Crew leader, Volleyball player, Theater kid and Choir member is Senior Michaela Viewers. PRIMARY SOURCE: Michaela Viewers How would you describe your high school years in 7 words? “It’s Stressful, A period of Growth, fun” Tell me about what you plan on doing...

The class of 2018, a high achieving group of students, full of crazy stories, fun memories, and shared secrets. One particular member, was able rise above the rest and earn the title of “Valedictorian”. How he did it, and who helped him, makes for a unique story. Enter David “Dezell” Turner, a quiet hardworking individual who is nothing if not dedicated. But who is he? While he may be a...