Mallory Ringenberg

A Letter from the Editor

The class of 2024 is the first to go four for four at Elkhorn North High School.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published May 23, 2024

We are the class that built this place from the ground up in both traditions and expectations. My four years in G215 with the Elkhorn North Journalism Department has supplied me with countless lessons,...

How to Succeed in High School…Well Better than I did

Advice from a senior on the many different aspects of high school.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published May 15, 2024

When watching How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days I had the genius idea of embracing my inner Andie Anderson and writing my own “How To” piece. After four years of high school at ENHS I feel more than qualified...

An Exploration of Birth Control

A dive into the various forms and effectiveness of birth control on the market.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published December 19, 2023

Birth control refers to a wide range of methods to prevent pregnancy. Recently doctors have begun to use it to treat other symptoms and issues within the female body, but the original intention is to prevent...

Phones: Generational Perspectives and Solutions

The controversial change in the Elkhorn Public Schools phone policy.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published November 29, 2023

The presence of mobile technology like cell phones, iPads, and smartwatches in everyday life has only increased within the last decade and the age at which this technology is utilized is consistently getting...

The Man, The Myth, The Beachy

Ethan Beachy makes school history as sophomore quarterback

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published November 21, 2023

The quarterback is indisputably the most important player on the football field as they are in charge of every offensive play. This position comes with stress, honor, and pressure. For the first time in...

Wolf of the Week: Trenton Nolan

One Student Council member put in extra work for Homecoming.

By Brody Armbrust and Mallory Ringenberg • Published September 22, 2023

Homecoming was a week of festivities that concluded with a school dance on Saturday, September 16th. During this week of dress up, fun, and dancing, sophomore Trenton Nolan could be seen participating...

Of Students, For Students

Student represenation could allow students to provide guidance to those who lead them.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published May 4, 2023

Elkhorn Public Schools operates with a six-member elected school board. They meet once a month to discuss district-wide concerns, growth, challenges, improvements, and to hear from the community. Students,...

Freedom of Religions Means Freedom From Religion

With the understanding that religion is a vital part of some students’ lives, it is my goal to respect this as I express my opinion relating to the First Amendment and religion’s place in public schools.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published May 4, 2023

School-sponsored prayer was banned by the Supreme Court in the case of Engel v. Vitale in 1962 after a public school in New York required students to say a non-denominational prayer after the...

Wolf of the Week: Jadon Webster

Webster has the highest state wrestling finish in Elkhorn North history.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published February 24, 2023

Last weekend the top wrestlers in the state gathered at CHI for the Nebraska 2023 State Wrestling championships. Elkhorn North had seven wrestlers qualify, but just one wrestler placed. Jadon...

The Disadvantage of Attending the Best District in the State

Student attention turns to a disparity between EPS and many area school districts.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published January 4, 2023

Excellent. Over-achieving. Intelligent. These are a few words used to describe Elkhorn Public Schools (EPS), a district that exceeds national testing standards and shatters state education expectations. One...

Review | The Rise of Colleen (WHO?)ver

Author Colleen Hoover’s novels are the newest epidemic among youth.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published January 4, 2023

Author Colleen Hoover’s romance novels frequently appear on desk tops, taking over the minds and free time of teens all over the country. Hoover’s recent popularity comes from “#BookTok,” a...

Wolf of the Week: Shanna Hudgins

Shanna Hudgins led One Act to a NSAA Conference Title while simultaneously receiving an honor of her own.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published December 2, 2022

Following her recent success in the One Act Conference Championship, Shanna Hudgins has been nominated as Wolf of the Week. Not only did Elkhorn North’s One Act team bring home their first ever EMC...

Standing Above the Rest

A look into the athletic, academic, and social life of Elkhorn North's, Sam Thomas.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published October 3, 2022

Sam Thomas is a junior at Elkhorn North who has experienced a plethora of success in different areas throughout his high school career. His participation in athletics, such as football and track, are only...

Student Council Update

A dive into this year's elections and what goes into planning a school dance.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published September 9, 2022

Elkhorn North’s Student Council is a group of students run by Ms. Vann and Ms. Schroenrock. Ms. Schroenrock is a new sponsor this year, and her contributions are highly valued. She is a strong leader...

Freshmen Football vs. Kearney | Photo Series

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published September 1, 2022

Middle School Prospects

The athletes of 2026 are bringing many talents and ambitions to Elkhorn North High School

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published May 20, 2022

This year Elkhorn North will graduate its first Senior class, leaving several empty spots on the athletic teams that will need to be filled. Many coaches and existing players are excited about the incoming...

JV Baseball vs. Bellevue West | Photo Series

A display of images that show the 11-10 victory the Wolves had over the Thunderbirds.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published April 27, 2022

Varsity Baseball vs. Roncalli | Photo Series

The Wolves defeat Roncalli 15-5 in the fifth inning.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published April 1, 2022

JV Baseball vs. Roncalli | Photo Series

A photo-series over the 11-0 victory against Roncalli for the JV Wolves baseball team.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published March 31, 2022

The Battle Between the Sexes: Pay Gap Edition

A recap of some recent fights for women's equality in sports.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published March 28, 2022

The fight for equality in the sporting world for women has been a constant battle for many years. Serious progress has been made in the last decade, but the fight still continues. Many female athletes...

Back to Hogwarts; 20 Years Later

An opinionated review of the New Years Day reunion of the Harry Potter cast.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published January 4, 2022

On January 1st the original cast of The Harry Potter series returned and reunited in honor of 20 years since the airing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Leading up to the production of the...

Women in S.T.E.M.

A cliche term, but it demonstrates a step forward for women all over the world.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published December 15, 2021

The world of S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) has previously been dominated by men, but an increasing amount of women have become involved in this line of work. One reason that...

Now Hiring: Officials

A look into the desperate need of officiants for youth athletic events.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published December 3, 2021

It takes a special kind of person to have the confidence and the correct mentality to referee a youth sporting event, and the number of people willing is dwindling. For student Ellie Wagner refereeing...

Ready, Set, Throw!

A look into the upcoming dodgeball fundraiser.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published November 16, 2021

Remember the 5 D’s of dodgeball: Dodge, Duck, Dip, Dive, and Dodge. Elkhorn North's student council is hosting its very first dodgeball tournament. On November 18th, teams will face off in a competitive...

Varsity vs. …Everyone Else.

An open letter about the imbalances between varsity athletics and lower level athletic programs.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published October 25, 2021

Everyone obviously knows the experiences between J.V. athletes and Varsity athletes are going to differ; it's inevitable. However, the extreme favoritism that is currently going on is greater than what...

Cross Country at Boystown | Photo Series

The cross country teams ran at the Boystown meet on Thursday, October 7.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published October 14, 2021

Review | Dear Evan Hansen

A look into the movie starring a teenage student struggling with the stress of anxiety and lies.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published October 14, 2021

Summary The Tony-Award Winning Musical, Dear Evan Hansen, was released in movie form in theatres on September 24th, 2021. Starring Ben Platt, this movie follows the high school experience of socially...

Fall Sports Preview: 2022 Edition

By Caleb Polking, Sports Editor • Published August 25, 2022

Michael Grigsby and Jack Sinnott nearing the final stretch of a race last year

Wolf of the Week: Luke Butler

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published September 29, 2021

Serving as one of the leaders on the Varsity Elkhorn North Tennis team, Luke Butler has had an outstanding season. Not only was he one of the champions at their most recent invite, but his record is 26-4...

VLOG: Mallory Goes to NYC

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published September 28, 2021

Fact or Cap?

Mallory and Halle try out some common TikTok challenges.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published September 15, 2021

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