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Student news of Olympia High School

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Student news of Olympia High School

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Art, writing, & poetry

As a branch of the Olympus' publication, Ursa publishes original student art and writing throughout the year.


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Natalie Bowers shows off the Tendu ballet pose.
OHS Uncovered
A balancing act

Imagine going to school for six hours and then going straight to dance for six hours afterward. Ava Buchanan...

Murli Patro and his family lighting fireworks at a family celebration for Diwali. Photo by Jonah Song.
OHS Uncovered
Diwali – the festival of lights at Olympia High School

The Hindu festival of lights Diwali, also called Deepavali was from Oct. 30 through November 3rd. This...

The Downtown Brews
News
The Downtown Brews

Ember Goods, nestled on a bustling street corner, exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere....

Natalie Bowers shows off the Tendu ballet pose.
OHS Uncovered
A balancing act

Imagine going to school for six hours and then going straight to dance for six hours afterward. Ava Buchanan...

Murli Patro and his family lighting fireworks at a family celebration for Diwali. Photo by Jonah Song.
OHS Uncovered
Diwali – the festival of lights at Olympia High School

The Hindu festival of lights Diwali, also called Deepavali was from Oct. 30 through November 3rd. This...

Pottery: an insight into the realms of creativity
OHS Uncovered
Pottery: an insight into the realms of creativity

At Olympia High School, the pottery studio is alive with the hum of creativity, as students in both beginner...

Simone Meade smiles with pride as she performs an original breathtaking poem.
OHS Uncovered
Taking the first step into Open Mic

Since 2019, students have looked forward to experiencing a multitude of talents displayed at Olympia...

wide receiver Harper Hejtmanek catches a 30-yard ball from quarterback Cameron Downing.
Sports
Bears end amazing season in Bothell

Friday the Bears traveled up to Bothell to play their 2nd consecutive playoff appearance where they would fall 52-14 on a cold and windy night. The...

The athletic trainer's office is located in the hall between the main and auxiliary gyms.
Sports
The role of athletic trainers

In a football game last year, Olympia player Charlie DeBord got a concussion and an athletic trainer rushed out to help him. “If the athletic...

Linemen Collin Linde working out for the upcoming away game at Bonney Lake High School.
Sports
Preparations and processes behind football games

Friday night is the center of socialization and noise, but there is a lot more work that goes into a high school football game than one would...

Harper Hejtmanek catches a 30-yard touchdown.
Sports
The Bears are off to their best start since 2017

After the Olympia Bears defeated Hazen High School, they're off to their best start at 3-0 since the 2017 season.   Hazen High School traveled...

Lila Revelas (A&E Editor) giving Raymond Yepes (Ursa Editor) the secret to becoming popular.
Entertainment
Look to the Western Sky for Starbucks newest popular “Wicked” themed drinks

On October 22nd of 2024, the jaws of Wicked fans all over the world dropped at the announcement of Starbucks’...

Juice Wrld's continues to capture the attention even after the artist's untimely death.

Photo credit to: Spotify
Entertainment
Juice Wrld’s “The Pre-Party”: Unmatched Emotional Resonance

Juice Wrld’s “The Pre-Party (extended)” has gained massive popularity, with all four of the songs...

First walking into Chipotle, you are prompted to wait in a line until a worker is ready to serve you.
Reviews
A food review and comparison of Taco Bell vs. Chipotle

Taco Bell and Chipotle have become staples of Americanized-Mexican fast-food chains that most Americans...

Infographic depicting the Melendez brother trial.
Entertainment
Monsters or mistreated? The Menendez brothers’ famous case resurfaces and freedom may be a possibility.

Brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez have spent the past 34 years in prison. They were convicted of first-degree...

The Downtown Brews
News
The Downtown Brews

Ember Goods, nestled on a bustling street corner, exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere....

President-elect Donald Trump charming the crowd at CPAC
News
Republicans win the popular vote for the first time in 20 years

Donald Trump has won the presidential election against Kamala Harris. He won late November 5th after...

The election is November 5th with the main candidates being Dave Reichert and Bob Ferguson
News
Sheriff or Attorney?

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee is leaving office and the potential replacement candidates are Dave...

The infographic shows two sides of politics which the Democratic Donkey and the Republican Elephant represent. Ryker Kollmyer via Adobe Illustrator.
News
Senior Students’ Voices Regarding the 2024 Presidential Election

As election day approaches, millions of high school students across the nation are becoming eligible...