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The Adaptive Baseball Program is a Home Run
Saturday is awaited all week. We all take time to relax and enjoy ourselves, but for our local adaptive needs community, it’s a time where they get to engage with others and play a game of Adaptive Baseball.

Sofia Carmichael
1 day ago


Nursing Fundamentals Students Are Learning How to Save Lives
For the average student at Watauga High School, a typical day of class follows a conventional schedule, learning algebra, writing essays in English, and taking notes in history. However, stowed away in the CTE hallway on the first floor, the students in the Nursing Fundamentals class are learning how to save lives.

Rebecca Billette
3 days ago


Traveling Together Created Opportunities for Connection Beyond the Classroom
As Watauga students stepped off the plane in a foreign country, they were met not only with the excitement of the journey, but also with an immediate preview of the challenges ahead.

Lillon Henline
3 days ago


The Impact Of Watauga: Past Watauga Alumni Speak on their Experiences
The town of Boone is a bustling atmosphere for college students originating from places far and wide, with lives just as vivid and complex as our own.

Ella Hudzik
3 days ago


Need a Recharge or a Caffeine Boost? Here Are the Top 3 Spots in Boone
Sometimes, in the marathon that is high school, a change of scenery or a bite to eat is the best way to give yourself a well-deserved break.

Sofia Peviani
3 days ago


The Future is Bright: Watauga’s National STEM Honor Society Has a Promising Start
It is no secret that Watauga High School is full of wonderfully gifted students. So the idea to start a club promoting not only the mental acuity of its students, but also their ability to create, test, and perfect their products feels like a natural progression.

Abbi Clark
Sep 18


How and Why the School Wants You Using AI: New Classes in the CTE Department.
The CTE department at Watauga High School has been seeing unprecedented change over the last few years. New and developing technologies are forcing society to adapt, but concerns over moral and technical issues continue to persist.

Brayden Howard
Sep 18


“Summer School is Fun?”: Governor’s School Students Share Their Exciting Summer
Most wouldn’t think of summer school as a fun way to spend your vacation, but those who attended Governor’s school might beg to differ.

Sofia Carmichael
Sep 4


Fitting Yourself in 650: The Personal Statement
Staring at a blank page at midnight, anxious senior students struggle to make their college essays unique.

Anna Norris
Sep 4


The Necessity of Spring Break: How Students Spent Their Time Off
We polled the student body about how they spent their Spring Break.

Carrie Bradbury
May 30


Collective Efforts in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
8 months after Helene we spoke to students who worked through the aftermath.

The Powderhorn Staff
May 29


Netflix Christmas Movies for a Holly Jolly Christmas
Photo Cred: Tomás Evaristo, Unsplash Sofia Carmicheal Christmas movies are a staple of the holiday season. We all have our favorites...

Sofia Carmichael
Dec 19, 2024


Local Christmas Tree Farm Affected by Hurricane Helene
After Thanksgiving, families and tourists in Boone, North Carolina rush to find their perfect Christmas tree at local farms.

Anna Norris
Dec 19, 2024


Chloe Wilson and Jordin Greene Pitch Their Decade-Long Friendship
For ten years Watauga High School seniors, Chloe Wilson and Jordin Greene have been side by side on the softball field...

Bridget Flaherty
Dec 19, 2024


The Kaleidoscope Concert - A Photo Essay
This year's Kaleidescope Concert was a beautiful display of artistry, talent and hard work.

Rebecca Billette
Dec 19, 2024


The Holidays in The High Country - A Photo Essay
The High Country is home to many highly anticipated festivities.

Ella Jennings
Dec 17, 2024


DECA Club Shines at Recent Competition, Strengthening Teamwork and Connections
On Thursday, November 21st, the Watauga High School DECA club participated in a district competition in Shelby, North Carolina.

Mason Gover
Dec 11, 2024


A Behind-The-Scenes Look Into The Carolina Snowbelles’ Christmas Show
The Snowbelles’ Christmas show is an annual event, bringing together families and communities in their love for dance and the holidays.

Roz Rabinowitz
Dec 4, 2024


AFG Care Closet Provides Hurricane Relief and New Wardrobes
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Watauga County saw an incredible outpouring of volunteer initiatives and service organizations.

Rebecca Billette
Nov 19, 2024


Exploring The Peaks And Valleys Of Alternative Sports In Watauga County
These students dedicate hours to practicing, competing, and gaining opportunities and sponsorships rarely seen in other sports.

Roz Rabinowitz
Nov 19, 2024
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