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In the wake of the November 2023 swatting, the Manual community is still working through the aftereffects. Design by Dia Cohen.

“Terror Without A Body Count”: The Lingering Effects of Swatting on Schools

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May 10, 2024
Photo courtesy of Kate Reedy and Trinity DOTA.

Trinity’s “The Music Man” gives young women across Louisville additional performance opportunities

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April 8, 2024
Students file into the front entrance of Manual in the morning. Photo by Isabella Shory.

Manual begins counting tardies from Evolv weapons detectors

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March 24, 2024
At Rose Revival Forums, students and teachers across the state discuss and learn about Kentucky education standards. Photo courtesy of Maanya Sunkara.

OPINION: Kentucky has an urgent need for the Rose standard of quality education

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February 21, 2024
The rocketry team at the science center in February

A year in review with Louisville Rocketry

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May 27, 2022

What the assignment plan proposal means for Manual

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May 23, 2022
The JV team poses in their uniforms on media day. Photo taken by Jennifer Schoenegge.

JV girls’ lacrosse team looks to tournament time

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May 11, 2022
Cast members rehearsing an opening scene in the Black Box Theater where they will be performing. Photo by Jazmine Martinez.

YPAS set to present School Girls

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April 26, 2022
LAHSO and Allie’s members watch the Disney movie “Encanto.” Photo by Amy Arias Quijano.

LAHSO club gathers to watch Disney’s ‘Encanto’

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April 14, 2022
As Florida passes the bill dubbed the 'Don't Say Gay' bill, sophomore Lily Cashman shares her opinion.

OPINION: “Don’t Say Gay” is a step back into the closet

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March 13, 2022
A group of knitting club members socializing and knitting. Photo by Blake Sinclair.

Knitting club helps students relieve stress

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December 15, 2021
A score sheet depicting the outcome of the chess match. Photo by Jackson Barnes.

Chess team topples Waggener

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December 7, 2021
The Tip Off. Daisha White (#22, 12) gets the tip, and Manual goes for the basket. Photo by Emma Tucker.

Girls’ basketball loses to Sacred Heart

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December 4, 2021
GUEST OPINION: The unseen epidemic in JCPS

GUEST OPINION: The unseen epidemic in JCPS

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December 2, 2021
Public Forum partners Prisha Tyagi and Victoria Fu prepare to compete in the tournament, Photo by Prisha Tyagi

Manual’s Speech and Debate team competes in November Wilson Wyatt debate competition

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November 24, 2021
The Beyoncé Wall for the “I Spy” senior art show. Photo by Amy Arias Quijano.

VA hosts their first senior art show

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November 21, 2021
Lily Wobbe (12, J&C), Sabreen Hussain (12, HSU), Ms. Causey, Andrew Kelmanson (12, MST), Lauren Wood (11, MST) pose at KYA.

YClub triumphs during KYA at the Crowne Plaza

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November 19, 2021
While on the sidelines, the students take notes on questions asked and prepare lists of topics they need to study. Photo by Gavin Kissling.

Quick recall outwits Male in rivalry match

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November 18, 2021
"Elf: The Musical" cast member Alex Hartz (10, YPAS) gets mic'd up before running rehearsals on the Main Stage. Photo by Lily Cashman.

YPAS set to debut their winter musical “Elf”

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November 15, 2021
Opening slide from Eddie Seyffert’s presentation.

Blue Origin executive joins the Rocketry Club for a Q&A

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November 12, 2021
Key Club banner in the lunchroom. Photo by Drew Baker.

Key Club hosts goodie bag drive

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October 22, 2021
Team in a huddle moments before the race began. Photo by Amelia Jones.

Girls’ varsity cross country races to first place at JCPS Championships

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October 11, 2021
Club members picking up litter in the courtyard. Photo by Jaia Kattan.

Environmental Club cleans up campus

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October 10, 2021
Head coach Richard Weaver talking to the varsity girls during timeout. Photo by Greg Melton.

Girls’ volleyball defeats the Seneca Redhawks

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October 6, 2021
Pausha Bovornthamajak (11, VA) engages rival players in the second match of the set. Photo by Cooper Walton.

E-Sports Red Team beats Pikeville

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October 6, 2021
Zach, (9, YPAS) packing up before fall break. "Playing at Manual) is very different from playing in middle school, much more enjoyable."

YPAS orchestra to put on performance October 5

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October 4, 2021
Joe Wilkie (12, HSU) takes a free kick for Manual. Photo by Emerson Jones.

Boys’ soccer falls to South Oldham

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September 30, 2021
The return of St. James Art Fair

The return of St. James Art Fair

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September 28, 2021
The JV Crimsons pose with the scoreboard after their win. Photo by Julia May.

JV field hockey rocks the Rockets

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September 22, 2021
Amelia Frey (right) dribbles down the field, ready to pass to Anna Claire Straub (left). Photo by Caroline Toler.

Manual varsity field hockey defeats Male in home opener

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September 14, 2021
Director Brian Hinds leads the cast through a read-through of a scene. Picture by Jazmine Martinez.

YPAS prepares for the opening night of “Charlotte’s Web”

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September 12, 2021
The new grading system is a step in the wrong direction.

OPINION: JCPS’s grading overhaul demonstrates ignorance and poor planning

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August 13, 2021
As summer approaches and lockdowns ease, many are ready to go outside and enjoy the summer heat. But some of us just want to stay inside and curl up with a good book.

REVIEW: Hot summer read superlatives

Brennan Eberwine and Guest Contributor
May 20, 2021
"Shadow and Bone" Photo from Netflix Studios. No changes have been made to this image.

[Photo] OPINION: “Shadow and Bone” is the future of adaptations

EP Presnell
May 6, 2021
Snow falls heavily on a small park in Crescent Hill. Photo by Molly Gregory.

OPINION: During NTI, take your own snow day

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February 18, 2021
Graphic by Laila Hill

OPINION: Chinese claims over Taiwan could spark WW3

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January 15, 2021
The portrayal of child abuse in the media

The portrayal of child abuse in the media

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January 12, 2021
Graphic by Molly Gregory.

OPINION: Breadth and Depth of Local Media Coverage

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December 15, 2020
A slide from one of the Kentucky State Police's slideshow that enforces aggression and ruthlessness.

[Photo] KSP “ruthless killer” training slideshow used as early as 1998

Satchel Walton and Cooper Walton
November 19, 2020
The first slide of the Warrior Mindset slideshow from the Kentucky State Police.

[Photo] Despite claims, second Kentucky State Police slideshow suggests "ruthless" violence taught for years

November 4, 2020
JCPS lays out what returning to school will look like

JCPS lays out what returning to school will look like

Payton Carns and Guest Contributor
October 21, 2020
The door to the trainer's office. Photo by Liz Klein.

Manual’s trainer’s office serves as a resource for Manual students and athletes

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March 15, 2020
The Manual Dazzlers pose together in front of the convention center with their 2nd place trophy in the Jazz category. They placed second out of 46 teams. Photo by Carol Cheatham.

The Dazzlers dance their way to the top at the national competition

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March 9, 2020
Mr. Farmer meets with students on Tuesday to discuss how Manual can improve the dress code. Photo courtesy of Ms. Boggs.

Principal Farmer’s response to dress code survey editorial

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February 26, 2020
Trivia teams talking among themselves in between rounds at the Journalism and Communication magnet annual Trivia Night. Photo by Isaac Barnett

Parents and students puzzle it out at J&C trivia night

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February 26, 2020
Faith Lindsey (11, J&C) engages with the crowd as she performs her chosen poem. Photo by Molly Gregory.

BHM: Manual showcases their annual Black History Month celebration, “Anchored Roots”

Molly Gregory and Guest Contributor
February 24, 2020
Buddies work together to tie-dye a T-shirt.

Best Buddies holds Valentine’s themed tie-dye party

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February 19, 2020
YPAS ballet dancers stand in first position before beginning the performance of "Winter." Photo by Cesca Campisano.

YPAS presents the “Shift” dance concert

Cesca Campisano and Guest Contributor
February 18, 2020
Manual’s cheer team huddles together for a picture before going out on the mat. Photo by Abigail Sanders.

Cheerleaders take on their last competition without a coach

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January 30, 2020
Members of Asian Student Community bond over a variety of food and games, including one where members guess Asian countries on a map.

Asian Student Community connects with students

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January 10, 2020
Manual counselors had to move offices due to construction. Photo by EP Presnell

Manual counselors move offices due to construction

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December 23, 2019
HSU 101 trucks on

HSU 101 trucks on

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December 23, 2019
On Aug. 21, Jordyn Coyle (10) saw this door unlocked on the 2nd street entrance. She was on her way back from Cardinal Towne to go to her yearbook meeting. “Being able to get back into the building through the side door seemed very dangerous, since anyone could’ve gone through it just as easily as we did and that’s not really safe,” Coyle said.

Manual takes steps to ensure students’ safety

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December 21, 2019
The Honeycomb Lab at Manual, where the esports team may practice after school. Photo by Emma Hayes.

Manual’s new esports team prepares for season

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December 17, 2019
Ian Stearns (playing Black) snags a checkmate against Iman Dashti in a quick practice match before Male arrives.

Manual chess team crushes the Bulldogs

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December 10, 2019
Evey Robinson (12, YPAS), Kylie McGuffey (12, YPAS), and Annie Jennings (12, YPAS) sing Super Trooper at Sophie's bachelorette party. Photo by Cesca Campisano

That’s a wrap: “Mamma Mia!” concludes production

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December 8, 2019
Payton Bush (9, #23) sets up for a free throw before making both shots. Photo courtesy of Karlie Brockman.

Lady Crimsons kick off season with a win

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December 3, 2019
The view of DC’s skyline from the Martin Luther King Memorial, taken during a moonlight bus tour of the city. Photo by Isaac Barnett

Manual’s J&C Magnet travels to Washington D.C.

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November 27, 2019
Team Ween raises their trophy in the air after winning the Crimsons Against Cancer kickball tournament. Photo by Morgan David.

Kickball for a cause

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November 26, 2019
The team smiles for the judges, hitting a clean motion.

Crimson cheer competes at regionals

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November 23, 2019

[Video] NSPA 2019: A look inside the National Zoo

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November 22, 2019
The Dazzler team sits together for a photo with the trophy. This trophy is for their win in the Small Hip Hop category. They placed in one out of two of their dances. Photo by Cassidy Adwell.

Dazzlers qualify for state from regional competition

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November 19, 2019
The marching band begins their performance during halftime. Photo by Cesca Campisano

Crimson Sound places top 10 in finals competition

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November 7, 2019
Signs posted in the girls bathroom reinforce positive messages for students. Photo by Adrienne Sato

OPINION: There is no such thing as “perfect”

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October 18, 2019
“Being around someone who speaks primarily French gives me a great opportunity to practice my English and learn about her culture,” Kaetlyn Buss (10, YPAS), one of the hosts for program, said. Photo by Justin Price.

Manual says bonjour to French exchange students

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October 18, 2019
Amelia Brawner (10, YPAS) (right) runs through the dance with her dancer, Emilee Casabella (11, YPAS) (left) for the Young Choreographers Showcase. Photo by Christeen Florence.

YPAS holds Young Choreographers Showcase

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October 10, 2019
Practice Makes Perfect. The viola and music shown belong to Elijah Reed (11, YPAS) and will both be used for the big night. Photo by Evie Reed.

YPAS Orchestra hosts their first concert of the year

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October 7, 2019
Kristina Crocifissa with her artwork. “The world is full of art, and anyone who says an artists can’t make money, you have to want to do it. You have to want it like your breath,” Crocifissa said. Photo by Caliyah Smith

St. James Art Fair displays a variety of artwork

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October 7, 2019
Manual's cafeteria staff works hard to provide nutritious and tasty food options

Manual’s cafeteria staff works hard to provide nutritious and tasty food options

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September 26, 2019
Members of the 2018-19 Yoga Club show the yearbook staff a basic position during a break in the staff’s worknight. “We partnered with yearbook last year and we did one meeting with the yearbook. Ms. Mattingly said everyone is always really stressed,” member Aanika Garre said. Photo by Pieper Mallett.

Yoga Club reaches towards their first meeting

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September 24, 2019
Mia Schecter (9, MST) slips past the Assumption defender, Josie Deye, which sets Schecter up for a shot on goal. Photo by Anna Schroll.

Girls’ junior varsity soccer falls to the Rockets

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September 20, 2019
Manual and Assumption freshman field hockey players go head to head in their game. Photo by Ella Dye.

Freshman field hockey game against Assumption ends in defeat

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September 20, 2019
Members of the Young Democrats club stand with Gill Holland after volunteering with Adam Edelen’s gubernatorial campaign earlier this year. The club members spend their meetings volunteering, discussing politics, and looking for ways to improve their community. Photo by Serena Hirn.

Manual’s Young Democrats club volunteers for Andy Beshear

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September 19, 2019
Camella Korner (10, MST) and Ella Waigel (10, YPAS) eat ice cream in the senior cafeteria as some of the first participants to arrive at the event. Photo by Jaesylin Stephens.

MST hosts first ever ice cream social

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September 16, 2019
Crimsons set up to block a free hit caused by a foul on Manual. Photo by Emily McCurry.

Junior varsity field hockey grinds out a win against Ballard

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September 4, 2019
The Manual field Hockey team is the first public school to win the Apple Tournament in all 47 years of the tournament. Photo by Aliyah Lang.

Manual varsity field hockey becomes the first public school to win Sacred Heart’s Apple Tournament

Guest Contributor and Aliyah Lang
August 27, 2019
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Red Cross Club wraps up busy school year

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June 6, 2019
Old Louisville grapples with property crimes

Old Louisville grapples with property crimes

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June 1, 2019
Red Giant yearbook retraction

Red Giant yearbook retraction

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May 30, 2019
'Our Town' according to Musical Theatre

‘Our Town’ according to Musical Theatre

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May 18, 2019
Their unknown contributions: KMAC hosts Girl Hall of Fame

Their unknown contributions: KMAC hosts Girl Hall of Fame

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May 18, 2019
D&P gets technical in Tech Olympics

D&P gets technical in Tech Olympics

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May 12, 2019
BSU welcomes new members

BSU welcomes new members

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May 11, 2019
Mayor Fischer visits Young Democrats

Mayor Fischer visits Young Democrats

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May 7, 2019
YPAS Orchestras score distinguished at annual KMEA festival

YPAS Orchestras score distinguished at annual KMEA festival

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April 30, 2019
J&C takes on NSPA in Anaheim

J&C takes on NSPA in Anaheim

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April 29, 2019
Manual Dazzlers: Journey to nationals

Manual Dazzlers: Journey to nationals

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April 24, 2019
Louisville ready for Derby

Louisville ready for Derby

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April 19, 2019
Debate wraps up season, ranks third in state

Debate wraps up season, ranks third in state

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April 18, 2019
Mr. Kuo teaches beyond just science

Mr. Kuo teaches beyond just science

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April 13, 2019
Girls' lacrosse faces off in Florida during spring break

Girls’ lacrosse faces off in Florida during spring break

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April 7, 2019
Key Club wins big in Franklin

Key Club wins big in Franklin

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March 25, 2019
A night to remember: senior band soloists

A night to remember: senior band soloists

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March 6, 2019
Five local bands will perform tonight at Spinelli's Pizza

Five local bands will perform tonight at Spinelli’s Pizza

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February 22, 2019
'What is Democracy?' The Speed Art Museum will show you

‘What is Democracy?’ The Speed Art Museum will show you

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February 21, 2019
The piano Mr. Cook uses to direct the class.

Pianist Hershey Felder honors late musician at Actors Theatre

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February 13, 2019
Y-Club plays Cupid at Cupcake Wars

Y-Club plays Cupid at Cupcake Wars

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February 12, 2019
Members of Dumbledore’s Army answer trivia questions relating to Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter trivia

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January 29, 2019
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