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As of March 12, 2026, MSD has confirmed the removal of SCOPE program from the district and Witzel Learning Center. "The SCOPE program is a program that's offered through the district," assistant superintendent Dr. Jason Landherr said. "There are three or four different programs that are kind of within that SCOPE program, which is in the Witzel Building on Mehlville High School's campus." The Witzel Center has been a part of the Mehlville School District for over 80 years.

Changes Are Coming for SCOPE

Tristan Howard and Mady Donze May 13, 2026

On March 12, 2026, the Mehlville School District Board of Education voted to mark the closure of the SCOPE (South County Opportunity for the Purpose of Education) program for the 2026-2027 school year.  “The...

Math teachers John Souris and Steve Buss, PLL teacher Karla Schmid and science teacher Rebekah Kirchhofer announced that they will retire at the end of this year.

A New Beginning

Tyson Burlingame April 3, 2026

Four teachers will be leaving OHS this year after announcing their retirement. As they prepare for this new chapter of their lives, they know there will be aspects of their careers that will be hard to...

The Need for NeeDohs

The Need for NeeDohs

Charley RITTER, Reporter April 2, 2026

If you keep up with TikTok trends, you have probably heard of the new craze that is taking teenagers by storm: NeeDohs. A fidget toy from a relatively small manufacturing toy company is now sold out in...

Students protest against ICE Feb. 25, 2026.

Students Stand Against ICE

Tristan Howard, Editor-in-Chief February 25, 2026

On Feb. 25, many students collaborated and executed an organized walk-out to protest against ICE along Telegraph Rd.  This was derived from the events that have followed Operation Metro Surge, an ICE...

Athletic director Becky Czuppon and principal Brian Brennan pose for a photo. "I knew I had been nominated. There were three or four of us that were on the list and I didn't think about it twice, and I got a text. I was like, 'Oh, look what happened,'" Czuppon said. Czuppon has been an activity director for 19 years.

Take Home the Gold

Delaney Earney, Reporter January 30, 2026

In January, OHS athletic director Becky Czuppon was named St. Louis District Athletic Director of the Year. Czuppon has been working at OHS for 25 years, with this being her 19th year as the activity...

On Tuesday, Oct. 21, OHS students received a morning greeting from StuCo. "Hopefully they make everybody else energetic. I just think it's really fun to start everybody's day. I have a blast with it," Mikayle Le (10) said. StuCo gives out candy and plays music on days that may be a struggle for students to come to school.

Happy Day

Mady Donze, Online Editor October 22, 2025

In the beginning of this year, StuCo started to do a new activity in the morning called ‘morning greetings.’ On some mornings, StuCo brings candy and music and, most importantly, a smile in order to...

Alex Ottenlips (12) presents his plaque for a photo. "I was surprised in the first place that I made it, but I think it's a unique experience and opportunity," Ottenlips said. Ottenlips is one of 16,000 in the country to receive this award.

Best at the Test

Kyle Brand, Online Editor, Game Master October 14, 2025

Each year, millions of high school students nationwide find themselves behind the screen of a computer. To their right, a pencil and scratchpaper can be found to help work out tough equations. To their...

On Sept. 22, social studies teacher Daniel Richter instructs his Honors US History class during second block. "The way I'm still interpreting it is basically I should have no assignment categories that say extra credit. As well as I should end up with no assignments that end up with point values over 100%," Richter said. Richter is adjusting to the no extra credit policy by reducing content and adding more in-class study time.

Extra Credit — No More

Mady Donze, Online Editor September 23, 2025

Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, a lot of changes and policies were put into place for the Mehlville School District, one of which is that the school district no longer allows teachers to give extra...

Serene Wilkinson was elected as a new Mehlville School Board member in the April 8 election alongside Ann Zimpfer.

Board Addition

Sabatino Beganovic, Reporter May 5, 2025

What motivated you to run for a position on the school board? I’ve dedicated my career to supporting children and families, specializing in family care and child development. I’ve seen firsthand...

Lunch Line Limitations

Lunch Line Limitations

Claire Goodman, Reporter May 5, 2025

In Oakville, there are many cultures, religions, opinions and also dietary restrictions that impact students’ food preferences, which can make it a challenge when eating lunch at school. Food Allergy...

Faith, Fasting, Fulfillment

Belle Mahoney, Online Editor April 23, 2025

Many students at OHS spend 40 days giving something up, fasting or in general, trying to grow closer to God. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of this tradition and it ends on Holy Thursday (a commemoration...

Students gather in the gym to watch the candidates give their speeches. They talk about why they want to be Student Body President and how they would make changes at school. "I really like being involved in school," Sydney Wideman (11) said, "and I want to make an impact throughout our school and with the younger generation."

Student Body Election

Anna Rohr, Reporter April 17, 2025

”Student government is one of the ways that students can get involved and take charge at school. On April 14, student elections took place, one of which being the student body election. Three students,...

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