Glasgows Hadley Stinson sat down with Mrs.Shepard to ask her about the upcoming musical here at GHS, Newsies. Mrs.Shepard said that one reason she chose this musical was to highlight the talent of the 2025 graduating class. She tells Hadley that the reason she chose Legally Blonde, the GHS fall musical, was for the same reasons. Newsies gives the males in the 2025 class their time to shine, while Legally Blonde gives the females the spotlight. She said that the class is large but their talent is larger! Mrs.Shepard’s favorite memory so far in the process was recently at rehearsal when she could tell that members of the musical were 100% committed to the show and were able to come together to put their songs together. Shepard said that she really enjoys being the director of every show at GHS and loves everyone that she gets to work with. When asked about the future of the GHS theater department, Shepard said that she isn’t really sure what next year's shows will be, but that there are lots of ideas! 

GHS students compete at River City Regional TSA on February 4th, 2025; Photo by Mary Edwards 

On February 4th, 2025, Glasgow High School students traveled to Louisville, Kentucky to compete in the River City Regional TSA event. TSA, otherwise known as Technology Student Association, provides competitions and programs that inspire and challenge students interested in STEM fields. 

Students competed in a variety of different fields including but not limited to: Audio Broadcasting, Architecture Cad, Manufacturing Prototype, PVC Kayak, Prepared Presentation, and Structural Design. Several of the students who competed in these events placed.   

Owen Jones and Jacob Judd placed 3rd in Audio Broadcasting, Meghan Griffin and Oswaldo Rodriguez-Herrera placed third in Structural Design, William Vargas placed third in  Architecture Cad, Danica Stephens placed 3rd in Prepared Presentation, and Micah Muhlenkamp, Jadie Stahl, and Shallen Fields won first place in Manufacturing Prototype.  

Manufacturing prototype is an event where students design and create a product that addresses the current TSA theme. This year's theme was to create an item that serves as a picture frame and an alternative purpose. Stahl, Muhlenkamp, and Fields immediately knew what they wanted to do. After hearing the prompt, they decided to create a product that appears to just be a photo frame stuck on a wooden box, but in reality it has a secret candy compartment.

Micah Muhlenkamp, a senior at GHS, was a huge part in the preparation and speech part of this event. Muhlenkamp is an active member of the softball program at GHS and is Glasgow’s chapter TSA president. She put in hours prior to competing in the event to make sure her prototype was flawless, properly working, and was up to par with the TSA standards. 

“I put 12 hours into this event, so the feeling after it was great. I hope we can win at state too,” said Muhlenkamp.   

Although the preparation and delivery of this event was challenging, these girls definitely believed it was worth it. TSA was a memorable experience for not only them but for the students that competed along with them. This organization is a fantastic opportunity for students who want to engage in activities that challenge them to think outside the box and step out of their comfort zone.

Glasgow High School students participated in their annual Basketball Homecoming Pep Rally on January 28th, 2025. All freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors were given the opportunity to play basketball musical chairs, partake in a pool float competition, and engage in tug-a-war series.   

Senior Riley Wenskowski, a current basketball player for GHS, won the musical chairs competition after defeating his fellow seniors and other classmen. Having enjoyed this school hosted event since his first year attending Glasgow Independent Schools, Wenskowski decided to compete one last time.   

When interviewed, Wensowski said, “I will definitely remember the pep rally games as one of the best parts of my senior year. I encourage others to not be afraid and actually participate in them.”   

Wenskowski not only took home a win from the pep rally games, but a fond memory as well.  

In addition to basketball musical chairs, GHS students decided to compete in an event referred to as the “pool floatie competition”. For this competition, students were divided into teams of 8. 7 members would lie on the ground and one designated member laid atop of the pool float.  The designated member was carried by his remaining team members as they rolled across the gymnasium floor. 

Current football player Caleb Young was chosen to represent the sophomore class. “I was scared and it was kind of hard. I was holding on for my life, but it was for sure a fun experience,” said Young.   

Although the pep rally games were presented as challenging, they were a fantastic opportunity for students to get pumped about the basketball game against the Metcalfe County Hornets that night; build excitement for homecoming, take a break from class for a bit, and have fun competing with their peers.  

An annual tradition of Glasgow High School is to pass on the spirit stick every pep rally. Freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are all rated on a points-system based on their cheer, involvement in the games, and cooperation.    

Glasgow High School seniors proudly took home the spirit stick following the 2025 Basketball Homecoming Pep Rally Games. As a graduating class, they would like to sincerely thank the teachers and administrators who made this possible.

Glasgow High School students are preparing to hit the stage once again, performing the Tony Award-winning musical, “Newsies” in March. This high-energy show is full of show-stopping dance routines, inspiring music performances, and is sure to bring you to your feet as you suddenly feel the urge to “Seize the Day”!

Jack Kelly, the inspiring leader of the Manhattan newsies, is played by Logan South. South says, “It's a very fun and energetic show that takes a lot of dedication. It's very tiring, but it's worth it because it's a lot of fun!” 

Ava Jackson plays the role of Katherine, an ambitious reporter trying to make a name for herself in a male-dominated industry. When asked about preparations for the show, she states, “The process so far is extremely fun. It's a completely different atmosphere just because of how heavy it is on the dance.” 

Traigen Simmons & Malachi McKissack are both excited for their upcoming performances, too. “It’s a lot of fun doing Newsies,” says McKissack. Simmons adds, “It’s fun to be around all of the people I enjoy being around the most!”

Come support the Glasgow Performing Arts students in March. They’ll certainly give you “Something to Believe In”.