Hi there, Stars!

We are happy to bring you all the fifth issue of the year! Spring break is almost here and we are ready for some warm weather. In this issue, we are covering many different topics: from St. Patrick’s Day to Prom, we have it all!

On page five, Anna Cucar shares a photo essay about her “Gilmore Girls” watch parties with her mom. We are personally always down for a movie night and love how cute this gallery is.

Pages six and seven feature Ellie Buttell’s story on our new “first class” airport! Spring break is going to have a complete upgrade now that we can all fly out in style. The old airport will be greatly missed, but we are so excited for the new one. Check out all the great food options that will be available!

St. Patrick’s day is almost here and pages 10 and 11 highlight freshmen Tatum Walsh, the Irish dancer! Written by Charlotte Malone, this festive interview provides further insight into the art of Irish dancing and all that it takes.

Pages 12-13 showcase Annie McShane’s thoughts on the best book-to-movie adaptations as well as Ellie McManamy’s review of “Outer Banks” season 3. This media-filled review spread will give you plenty of ideas for what to add to your watch list (as well as what to not).

Lina Kilgore offers a lovely look back at Prom through the years on pages 14 and 15. This story highlights the beloved senior tradition and how it has evolved over the years.

On 16 and 17, Olivia Cooper’s story covers the evolution of technology in the classroom and how it has changed at STA over the years. This story will definitely make you want to go and check your daily screen time.

Isa Glover, Caroline Hinkebein and Dianne Haake cover the centerspread topic of this issue on pages 18-21, looking into reviving the traditions of STA. Over the years, traditions have seemed to slip due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and this story goes into depth on why these traditions are so important.

Kyra Fieger writes about spring break staycations on page 22, detailing exactly how one can still have a fun vacation without going anywhere! On page 23, Megan Turley shares the names and good works of the Mother Evelyn O’Neill nominees. These girls have done some great service in our community and for the dear neighbor, and we are so proud!

On pages 24 and 25, readers will find columns by Charlotte Malone and Tierney Flavin. Charlotte shares about her experience learning to value alone time, and Tierney talks about the many “best” days of her life.

A fantastic story written by Sarah Schwaller focuses on the managers of STA sports. These hard-working managers are the backbone of STA athletics, and deserve so much credit. Read more on pages 26-27.

Tierney Flavin is back once again to write about the Kansas City Youth Court on page 29. Youth Court has so many benefits for our community, so make sure to read all about it!

We have had such a great time as Editors-In-Chief this year and cannot wait to see what our successors will do with this paper. The Dart will FOREVER hold a special place in our hearts. Hope all of our lovely readers have a fantastic spring break and a great fourth quarter! Signing off,

In the February 10 issue of The Dart, student quotes from senior Emma Hiss and freshman Madison Montoya were inadvertently switched. The Dart apologies for this error.