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Sophomore Valeria Alexandra Alvarez shares her unique style.
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Fashion do’s and don’ts
Elizabeth Hernandez Ortega, Managing Editor • April 21, 2025

Fashion at school has always been a way for students to express themselves, their personalities, creativity and unique sense of style. From a clean, preppy look to street-style inspired outfits, fashion at South High is more than just a trend; it’s...

Commitment to higher education ensures lots of opportunities for students but also lots of studying.
Is college really worth the cost?
Jennifer Aguilera, Senior Reporter • April 21, 2025

College is an institution where students pursue higher education after completing high school. While many students have a goal of getting into...

Juniors are looking ahead to their rapidly approaching senior year.
Three down, one to go
Ashely Alvarez Tovar, Senior Reporter • April 7, 2025

As juniors continue through the fourth quarter of the school year, they are shifting their focus and preparing themselves for their final year...

Juniors Elizabeth Hernandez Ortega and Denise Lagunas compare notes on their ACT readiness. The test will be given Tuesday, April 8.
Ready for testing
Kristopher Plascencia-Loza, Senior Reporter • April 7, 2025

ACT testing in OPS is about to begin, and South High juniors Angel Rios, Valerie Meraz, Aaron Moreno Tellez and "Beny" Bautista Sandoval share...

The self-serve clothing rack is located outside of Room 131B.
Promoting sustainability, accessibility
Makenzie Wolf, Junior Reporter • March 30, 2025

One of South High’s very own teachers, Shannon Christensen, has started a completely free and accessible clothing rack for all students and...

It's your Packer Pet of the Week - Auggie!
It’s your Packer Pet of the Week – Auggie!
April 21, 2025

English teacher Sophia Ridge and math teacher Jake Iverson would like to introduce this week's Packer Pet, Auggie! Auggie's fun fact is that...

Amigo's Restaurant in South Omaha serves great food at great prices.
Amigo’s delivers food, flavor, service
Ian Wilton Rodriguez, Senior Reporter • April 21, 2025

Down on 2102 Q Street, there is a small Salvadoran restaurant called Amigo’s Restaurant. When you walk in you are hit by the amazing scents...

"Bratz: Forever Diamondz" brings all the flair of Y2K fashion to the screen. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
A fashionable friendship
Aundrea Banales, Senior Reporter • April 21, 2025

The movie “Bratz: Forever Diamondz,” which was released in 2006, is a fun and colorful movie that brings the beloved Bratz dolls to life...

Check out Cane's for the best in chicken. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
‘It all comes together perfectly’
October Kochen, Senior Reporter • April 11, 2025

If there is one fast-food place I will never get tired of, it is Raising Cane's. Everything about it is just too good - the chicken, the sauce,...

Review: Is 'Die Hard' a Christmas movie?
Review: Is ‘Die Hard’ a Christmas movie?
Jennifer Ayala-Resendiz, Senior Reporter • December 13, 2024

The question of whether the 1988 film “Die Hard” is a Christmas movie has sparked debate for years, but in my opinion, the answer is simple:...

Wheatfield's always offers a wide selection of sweet treats from which to choose.
Delectable desserts to delight the palate
Denise Lagunas, Senior Reporter • April 21, 2025

When it comes to having a delicious dessert, people may find it hard to choose what is truly flavorful and will appeal to one's taste buds. South...

Michael Honeyman, a social studies teacher, said he is passionate about human rights.
‘It’s all about my students’
Alex Chacon Vargas, Junior Reporter • April 21, 2025

South High teacher Michael Honeyman said if he were an animal, he’d correlate his identity most closely with Curious George because of his...

Justina Tibbs enjoys the connection she has with students.
‘South has a welcoming spirit’
Yuretzi Borboa, Junior Reporter • April 21, 2025

An uncomfortable moment for Justina Tibbs is what inspired her to become a teacher. In 2007, South High dean Justina Tibbs said she began...

Emma Fanning serves as the NICE specialist for Omaha South.
NICE specialist passes on her passion
Kylesse Walker, Senior Reporter • April 11, 2025

Have you ever wondered who the Native Indigenous Centered Education (NICE) specialist at South is?   Emma Fanning is new to the position...

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Senior Mariamne Miranda-Becerra pushes her limits to hit her squat personal record. 
Lifting beyond limits
October Kochen, Senior Reporter • March 6, 2025

At Omaha South High School, the Powerlifting Club is about more than just lifting weights. It’s about getting stronger, making friends, and...

While some would like to see a girls' team, others say it wouldn't generate much interest. (Photo illustration)
Girls football? Maybe!
Gladys Solorzano, Junior Reporter • February 7, 2025

Most OPS schools do not have a girls’ football team. The game, according to many, is competitive, rough, requires strong players and a lot...

South's softball team gives students the chance to make friendships and experience growth in their games.
Softball love
Yaritzel Ramirez Puc, Senior Reporter • February 7, 2025

Softball is a similar sport to baseball but has a smaller field. Softballs are larger than baseballs, but softball games are faster paced. Students...

Nicole Perez, Nelly Anguiano and Esthefany Contreras reflect on their softball careers.
The final inning
Makenzie Wolf, Junior Reporter • December 6, 2024

Softball season is over and so are the South High softball careers of seniors Nicole Perez Hernandez, Nelly Anguiano and Esthefany Contreras.  Contreras...

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