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The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

“Mom, I Love You” performed by Qiqi Dance Group, an ensemble that performs Chinese dances.

OHS students shine in Olympia Dance Festival

On March 2nd, the Washington Center hosted its 14th annual Olympia Dance Festival. The Washington Center...

Astra running to her saltwater pool, eager to enjoy the watermelon treats that await her.

Meet Astra and Laerke, the newest stars at PDZA

Polar bears Astra and Laerke have quickly become the stars at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. Astra...

People enjoying their time on the ice this winter season after it’s freshly resurfaced.

Skating has never been so fun, try Oly on Ice

Oly on Ice has been an annual ice-skating tradition in downtown Olympia for the last five years. It sets...

Hustle and bustle around the many booths and vendors set up throughout the Thurston County Fairgrounds in preparation for upcoming winter season

What to do this late fall season

November is almost over, but there's still a month left of fall. It seems like there's nothing to do!...

Some of the most commonly banned books throughout America. Collage created by Isabella Munnecke.

Banned books: to know or not to know

To Kill A Mockingbird, The Giver, 1984, Fahrenheit 451, The Harry Potter series, The Hate U Give, Gender...

Journalist Sky Karels enjoying her Oleato™ Gingerbread Oatmilk Latte and Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai Latte.

Starbucks’ icy new holiday drinks

Christmas is coming up and for the festive holiday season Starbucks has come out with 2 new drinks! Including...

Climate Action Club making posters during their Bear Time B meeting. Courtesy of @ohsclimateaction on Instagram

Climate change vs. Washington

Imagine Mount Rainier with no snow. The image may sound unrealistic, but it could happen eventually because...

In the suburbs of Olympia, people go all out with their decorations.

Olympia in October

Nationwide, Halloween is known for the pumpkin patch, pumpkin carving, haunted houses, corn mazes, and...

Despite the lower appeal of school snacks, these vending machines always have bustling lines.

The healthy choice isn’t a choice

School food products must meet certain guidelines before being sold. This is why students often find...

The Old Armory building Illuminated in bright colors to celebrate the new use of an aged structure.

Military stronghold transformed into a creative haven

After serving as a military facility for over 80 years, the Old Armory building on the Eastside of Olympia...

The mounds covered in spring wildflowers.

Official OHS hiking guidebook

McLane Creek trail 1.9 Miles Situated 15 minutes outside of Olympia this trail is a peaceful...

The original protest was to counter SB 5599. They organized on the steps of the capitol building and spoke up.

Protests are about care, not hatred

On April 21, 2023, Olympia’s capitol building witnessed another protest. A group of about 100 protesters...