October

Centennial School District (CSD) discovered on April 26 that certain digital files had been encrypted by an unknown source. Photo courtesy Koin

DDSD should learn from Centennial's ransomware attack

Multiple cyber security sources have confirmed that data from the Centennial School District has been posted on the dark web related to the ransomware attack.

Jennifer Brooks "Outstanding Music Educator of the Year"

Brooks teaches Jazz Band zero period. Photo Graciela Del Rosario

The music teacher was awarded the 2020 -21 National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) "Outstanding Music Educator of the Year” for section 8 (Northwest region).

World not new to Scots Center coordinator Galen Schmitt and family

In addition to traveling the world, Scots Center coordinator Galen Schmitt has been all over the United States, seen here with daughter Soph near Meadows on Mt. Hood, including such places as Detroit, Cleveland and Colorado. Photo courtesy Galen Schmitt

“My wife and I decided years ago that instead of a fancy house, or big TVs, we would rather spend our money traveling.”

Proud Boys attack Gresham citizen

The Proud Boys group is known as a far-right, ultra-nationalist organization. The members known anti-LGBTQIA+, anti-feminism, and neo-fascist ideologies have caused growing attention and concern from the general public along with growing anger with the Gresham Police Department’s inaction.

Juniper Simonis' back window after a cinder block was thrown through it. Photo courtesy of Gresham Outlook

Photo courtesy of The Daring Gourmet

Enchanted Forest reopening faced ugly backlash

When the Enchanted Forest announced on social media on May 17 that it would reopen to the public after the pandemic, financial woes, and a devastating ice storm forced it to close, people responded with threats and angry comments, so much that the owners decided to walk back their reopening plan.

Homecoming Week culminates in carnival

Palermini Stadium was transformed into a Wild West carnival in place of a homecoming dance. All photos by of Ethan Dnahue.

DDHS hearkened back to the days of the Oregon Trail with this year's Homecoming Week, Oct. 11-15, featuring a "Wild N’ West" theme and culminating in a carnival on Oct. 15.

2021-22 planner late, but worth the wait, reflecting student body differences

The 2021-22 planner cover was designed by ELA teacher Jaclyn Stewart.

The cover design, created by ELA teacher Jaclyn Stewart, was voted on by staff who were given several designs to choose from. The design depicts the silhouette of a young African American woman portrayed in words of diversity and inclusion. Stewart picked two different silhouettes and merged them to get the look she wanted.

The Kilt student restaurant plans to reopen soon

Photo by staff reporter Natalie Hebert

So many questions have remained unanswered this past year, but one still remains, how will The Kilt Eatery be operating during Covid protocols?

The Plight of the Planet

California faces crisis during drought, heatwaves, energy losses, and fires

Years of drought of left northern California's Lake Shasta nearly empty. Photo courtesy The Atlantic.

Most Americans cannot imagine going through droughts, heatwaves, and fires. Californians don't have to imagine it. They're living it.

Biden wants half of all new cars to be electric by 2030

Photo courtesy NBC News

The President is also bringing back tailpipe emissions regulations from the Obama era.

Gabby Petito case at a Standstill

Dedicated “van life” vlogger, 22-year-old Gabby Petito was reported missing on Sept. 11, ten days later her remains show that her manner of death was homicide but the case can't continue until Brain Laundrie is found.

Gabby and Laundrie during police stop in Utah. Photo courtesy of police body cams.

Courtesy of @gabspetito on Instagram

Highlander editor published in Portland Tribune

Football makes playoffs for the first time in seven years

Photo courtesy Scots Football

Polo secures narrow victories

Senior Jordan Eastman attempts a goal against Reynolds on Sept. 30. Photo by staff editor Graciela Del Rosario.

Boys' soccer 1-8-1

Senior Chala Kamal passes the ball against Southridge on Sept. 20. Photo courtesy the athletic department.

Cheer off to strong start

Freshman Daesha Thompson cheers for JV. Photos courtesy the athletic department.

Volleyball still competitive in each division

The team has been practicing all aspects of the game after school. Photo by Natalie Hebert.

Varsity, JV, and JV2 teams played against Clackamas on, Sept. 22 . Varsity started off strong, but eventually came up short to the Clackamas Caveliers.

Cross country looking to increase number of team members

Seniors Abdi Abdirisak and Damion Stenerson. Photo courtesy the athletic department

Coach Isaac Frederick is looking for more distance runners. The team consists of 18 runners: 11 boys and 7 girls. Frederick would like 36 runners, from freshman through seniors.

Heather Marshall

Chris Cavanaugh

Athletic director chooses new girls' basketball coach

ELA teacher Heather Marshall will take over as coach, replacing Chris Cavanaugh.

“I believe the girls will be in great hands after the hiring process,” said athletic director Eric Stauffer. Photo by staff editor Ethan Donahue

OCTOBER EDITORIAL

Comparatively—DDHS should be proud

"You know, when I have the chance to see other students without their masks, I'm reminded how amazingly different we are from each other at this school—and how awesome is that?"

Cartoon by guest cartoonist, senior Rebecca Popov

SEPTEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Senior Abigail Chable

Junior Malic Grixgby-Jones

Freshman Jolie McQueen

Senior Awek De Piok

Sophomore DeMarcus Stephens

Freshman Brasil Campbell

Senior Pamela Mejia Cortes

Sophomore Amelia McGahey

Freshman Kaylee Friswold

Junior Dora Hussein

Sophomore Jazzlyn McNack