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Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

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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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Meta Ends Fact Checking

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently posted an announcement that the company will be ending the use of fact-checkers...

Seen campaigning in Michigan, President Donald Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education.
Photo courtesy of Nic Antaya
News
President Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education: a community’s perspective

An old Greek proverb says, “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall...

Types of substances and drugs that are used have changed over the decades, including the discontinued use of the D.A.R.E program.
News
Drug abuse in the past and hope for the future

It may seem like drug and substance abuse is an issue on the rise, and it may seem like it hasn’t improved....

Sienor are counting down the down the major milestones before they graduate.
OHS Uncovered
The senior countdown begins

With graduation just months away, seniors are balancing excitement and nerves as they reflect on high...

Photo shows Max Ehret reciting “Siblings” by Patricia Smith, the poem that won him the competition.
OHS Uncovered
Poetry out loud in Olympia High School: an outlet for self-expression in schools

Poetry Out Loud offers Olympia High School students a place to express themselves creatively. OHS has...

Designers Kasey Gridley (left with glasses) and Liam Frost (right) in the workshop. The two discuss allocating resources and machines between both of their teams, in order to have maximum efficiency.
OHS Uncovered
NASA Challenges Young Student Designers

In 3D Design and Fabrication, students at OHS are competing to come up with unique solutions to various...

Infographic comparing and contrasting the paper vs. digital SAT. Students are big supporters of the Desmos calculator embedded in the test, but take issue with the test format.
OHS Uncovered
From Bluebook glitches to Desmos wins: digital SAT experiences

The College Board introduced the digital SAT in an attempt to balance convenience and equality. Instead...

Senior Matt Linblom and senior Blake Peterson celebrate the win as the crowd electrifies Creighton Court
Sports
Bears grab a win vs. top-flight opponent

On Tuesday night the Bears took on their toughest opponent, the Puyallup Vikings. Olympia would pull away in the 4th quarter with a 62-53 win.  Creighton...

Senior captain Lauren Wolin shoots from behind the three point line against Sumner last Saturday. Photo by Jonah Song.
Sports
Olympia girls basketball fall to Sumner on Saturday

The Olympia High School girls basketball team took on Sumner Spartans Saturday at 7 p.m. in Chick Rockey Gymnasium coming out short 69-28 to...

The bears make a great run playing for one another and getting us in on the great emotions out there.
Sports
2024 State Tournament Volleyball Recap

The Bears have had a thrilling season with a deep postseason run while creating a memorable journey throughout. On November 22, the bears...

Senior Logan Jones going up for a layup in the second quarter.
Sports
Teachers dominate at annual Staff vs. Students basketball game

The eighth annual Staff vs. Students basketball game opened at 7 p.m. A few minutes later, the staff had the lead 9 - 4 and maintained it for...

A collage of the 2025 GRAMMYs highlights featuring breathtaking performances, big wins and controversial conundrums.
Entertainment
Snubs, surprises and stolen awards: the controversial 2025 GRAMMYs

The 2025 GRAMMYs was surely a night to remember, from the surprising wins (and snubs) to the cops ushering...

Photographed Scene from Moana Two, Moana Two has a new character. Moana’s sister.
Reviews
Moana 2: The Wave of Adventure Returns

 Disney’s Moana 2 brings Polynesian culture to life with heartfelt storytelling, beautiful animation,...

Whether shopping for the foodie, the adventurer, or anyone in between, find the perfect gift to add to the shopping list.
Entertainment
Christmas gift ideas for everyone on your list

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy—and stress—of finding the perfect Christmas...

Resident cat at the cafe watches over the newly arrived kittens!
Entertainment
Pawsific Northwest Cat Cafe helps cats get adopted and builds community

An impactful new trend is arising and has made its way to Olympia. It’s a combination of cuteness and...

President Donald Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education, which would negatively impact the rising generations of our country.
News
President Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education: a district’s perspective

The Department of Education (DOE) costs taxpayers upwards of $80 billion per year, even when students’...

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Meta Ends Fact Checking

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently posted an announcement that the company will be ending the use of fact-checkers...

Seen campaigning in Michigan, President Donald Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education.
Photo courtesy of Nic Antaya
News
President Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education: a community’s perspective

An old Greek proverb says, “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall...

Types of substances and drugs that are used have changed over the decades, including the discontinued use of the D.A.R.E program.
News
Drug abuse in the past and hope for the future

It may seem like drug and substance abuse is an issue on the rise, and it may seem like it hasn’t improved....