Senior class of ‘23 snapshots
Prom, Senior Breakfast, Graduation. Seniors are almost done with their time at Conant High School, ready to close out their legacy of being high school students. To commemorate their journey coming to an end,...
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Signing off: Thank you, Conant Crier
As the 2022-2023 school year draws to a close, it’s hard to believe that my four years at Conant and as part of the Conant Crier staff are coming to an end. When I...
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Tutoring makes a clean sweep of atrium lunch gatherings
Glimpsing at the world outside of school while talking with a group of friends. Basking in the warm, mid-afternoon sun while it paints a glow across the floor, all while enjoying the “special of...
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The Owl House: the LGBTQ+ fantasy adventure show we all need
As a kid, I always dreamed of having magic powers. The concept of being able to manipulate reality with a simple wave of my hand fascinated me. Every time I closed my eyes, I...
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Conant’s singing star of the stage: Emma Schuth
Theater has always been a part of Conant senior Emma Schuth’s life. You could even say it’s in her blood. She comes from a family that is very passionate about the arts; her father...
The musical that defies gravity: activism in Wicked
Wicked is easily the most spellbinding production I have ever seen performed on a stage. The musical is filled to the brim with outstanding characters and plot that make the show into a cohesive...
The musical that defies gravity: Wicked’s positive portrayal of powerful women
Wicked is easily the most spellbinding production I have ever seen performed on a stage. The musical is filled to the brim with outstanding characters and plot that makes the show into a cohesive...
The musical that defies gravity: Wicked’s use of tropes as tools
Wicked is easily the most spellbinding production I have ever seen performed on a stage. The musical is filled to the brim with outstanding characters and plot that make the show into a cohesive...
Winter Sports Recap
Cheerleading After placing second place at the IHSA Competitive Cheer Sectionals, Conant Co-ed Cheer proceeded to the IHSA Cheer State Final and advanced to the final round of the competition, finishing in fifth place...
Wicked: the musical that defies gravity
The lights went down in the James M. Nederlander Theatre of Chicago. A hush fell among the audience. The curtain displaying a map of Oz that glowed bright green, and a majestic metal dragon...
Protect AP African American Studies from political pressure
When Americans think of what defines American culture, many associate the idea with patriotic recollections of Fourth of July barbecues and fireworks, jazz music, and Hollywood. Though we may take these things for granted,...
Cougar Way games distract students from late start lessons
Late starts. A Tuesday, once or twice a month, where school starts at 9:35 a.m., leaving students feeling refreshed after much-needed sleep, and teachers grudgingly attend meetings before the school day. On late start...
SZA’s album “SOS” decoded
After almost six years since the release of her hit debut album, critically-acclaimed RnB artist, SZA, recently released her long-awaited second studio album, titled “SOS.” Although SZA has been releasing music since the early...
GALLERY: Winter Assembly 2023
Members of Orchesis, Bowling, E-Sports, Boys’ Basketball, BPA (Business Professionals of America), Girls’ Basketball, Improv, Girls’ Gymnastics, the Math team, Boys’ Swimming and Diving, Debate, Girls’ Wrestling, Music, Speech team, Charelles, Boys’ Wrestling, Science...
GALLERY: Prom Fashion Show 2023
Juniors and seniors gleamed in their prom dresses and suits. Students were able to visit the auditorium during their lunch periods to watch the show, and the crowd was extremely supportive of the models....
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