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Seniors Hugo Hernandez, Elizabeth Hernandez, Emilene Francisco, Ashely Alvarez and Kristopher Plascencia participate in their last homecoming spirit week.
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The future looks bright for class of 2026
Elizabeth Hernandez Ortega, Senior Reporter • November 7, 2025

As the 2025 graduating class of South High Magnet School enters their final year, seniors are experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. Ranging from excitement and pride to nerves and nostalgia. From academic challenges to unforgettable memories, each student’s...

It's YOUR Packer Pets of the Week!
It’s YOUR Packer Pets of the Week!
November 7, 2025

This week's Packer Pets are brought to you by math teacher Katie Sprague! "In the Sprague household, we have an 11-year-old cat (Zia), and...

Lisa Bade just joined the South High family this school year.
Welcoming a new Packer to the family
Emilene Francisco, Senior Reporter • November 7, 2025

"I hope I can be the person to cheer on, be supportive and be an avid listener to my students," said Lisa Bade, a new South High counselor.  Bade...

Bryan Busteed said he loves watching students take a project from its infancy to its completion.
Passion for woodworking runs in his veins
Ashley Mora, Junior Reporter • November 7, 2025

South High industrial materials processing teacher Bryan Busteed is deeply passionate about woodworking. Busteed said his father helped him...

Spanish Teacher Abril Orozco is enjoying her time at South.
Behind the desk
Hugo Hernandez Lara, Senior Reporter • November 7, 2025

The energy of Abril Orozco is hard to miss when entering her classroom at Omaha South. For Orozco, a Spanish teacher, teaching isn’t just...

One new feature is a running sports scoreboard and rolling score list.
New and improved Tooter features
Briahna Frye, Editor • September 26, 2025

Last spring, the Advanced Contemporary Journalism 4 class attended the High School Media Conference at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and...

Louder than words
Louder than words
October 31, 2025

The Omaha South marching band walked away with an Excellent Division II rating at the recent Nebraska State Bandmasters Association's (NSBA)...

Floridalma Ramos-Perez is preparing for her English test coming up.
Almost finished but not quite yet
Yenny Sanchez, Junior Reporter • October 31, 2025

Officially now juniors and in their last two years at South High, some members of the class of 2027 are looking forward to finishing their high...

Coach Jennifer Gutierrez talks to Samantha Riley about career goals.
Career program makes its way back
Kristopher Plascencia-Loza, Senior Reporter • October 3, 2025

After leaving South High for a couple of years, Avenue Scholars is officially back. Avenue Scholars brings new opportunities for students...

"Coyote Ugly" provides entertainment for all ages. Image generated by Google Gemini.
Coyote Ugly: where dreams meet reality
Briahna Frye, Editor • October 24, 2025

The film "Coyote Ugly" is a romance and drama movie released in 2000. It didn’t see an immediate rise in popularity. When it first premiered,...

Wingstop offers delicious food with spectacular vibes. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
Winning with its wings and more
Kristopher Plascencia-Loza, Senior Reporter • May 18, 2025

Have you ever seen a Wingstop mukbang on your TikTok for You page? Read on to learn more about what there is to discover there. Although Wingstop...

Mac Miller's album offers a glimpse into the singer while growing up. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
Popular throwback still drawing streams
Hugo Hernandez Lara, Managing Editor • May 18, 2025

Malcom James McCormick, more commonly known as Mac Miller, was born January 19, 1992, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. At an early age, Miller was...

'La La Land' is a touching tribute to dreams and the sacrifices that come with them. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
‘La La Land’ is for cinematic musical fans
Hugo Hernandez Lara, Managing Editor • May 11, 2025

“La La Land,” released in 2016 and directed by Damien Chazelle, is a touching tribute to dreams and the sacrifices that come with them. Set...

Gabriella Cabellos is ready and up to bat.
Consistency, confidence, chemistry
October 24, 2025

Omaha Packer softball ended its season with a strong 15-14 finish. Photojournalism student Brianna Zendejas-Trejo shared some photos she snapped...

End of the trail
End of the trail
October 24, 2025

Packers had the overall champ Wednesday at the Husky Open. Senior Ryan Kubiak led the race after the first mile. Junior Jonathan Gonzalez took...

Born to run
Born to run
Hugo Hernandez Lara, Senior Reporter • October 3, 2025

The South High cross country team had a great weekend at the Cyclone Invite in Harlan, Iowa, recently. Runners competed in a 5k course around...

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