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Reece Gunther

Reece Gunther, Editor-in-Chief

Reece Gunther was a co-Editor-in-Chief of Manual RedEye for the 2019-20 staff. He enjoys spreading kindness, helping the less fortunate and promoting laughter. You can often find him listening to podcasts or exploring the world around him, from parks to volunteer opportunities. You can contact him at [email protected]

All content by Reece Gunther
Governor Andy Beshear talks with Manual RedEye reporters about various topics on Tuesday.

EXCLUSIVE: Governor Beshear on reopenings, Class of 2020, anxiety, the future

Reece Gunther, KC Ciresi, Payton Carns, and Maddie Gamertsfelder
May 19, 2020
Manual's faculty began working yesterday, April 6, to prepare for Non-Traditional Instruction. Photo courtesy of @duPontManual on Twitter.

Teachers come together to care for students

Reece Gunther and Adrienne Sato
April 7, 2020
At the SBDM meeting, teachers and administrators review policies and discuss updates for Manual and YPAS. Photo by Reece Gunther.

What are teachers doing for Non-Traditional Instruction?

Adrienne Sato, Reece Gunther, and RedEye Staff
April 6, 2020
JCPS Superintendent Marty Pollio visits Manual. Photo by Maddie Gamertsfelder.

Pollio: JCPS will only use NTI days as a last resort

Reece Gunther
March 16, 2020
Consider it Dunn has almost reached its tenth episode and Dunn only expects it to grow from there. While it might be categorized as spirituality, his ideas for topics are extensive. Graphic courtesy of the Consider it Dunn Podcast.

“Consider it Dunn” explores high school, spirituality

Reece Gunther
February 19, 2020
Part of the third floor on Manual's southwest wing is blocked off due to renovations where contractors are installing drop-ceilings and new HVAC equipment. Photo by Reece Gunther.

Manual’s air quality ‘acceptable’ despite renovations

Reece Gunther
January 24, 2020
Parents, family and underclassmen make their way to the auditorium for awards and speeches.

Manual to host panel on vaping, e-cigarettes Wednesday

Reece Gunther
November 5, 2019
The student section goes wild as the Crimsons score their first touchdown of the night. Photo by Cesca Campisano

R/W Week 2019: A reflection

Reece Gunther and Maddie Gamertsfelder
November 2, 2019
Stained glass outside of the principal's office representing "M" for Manual. Photo by Jay Miller.

R/W Week 2019: Manual students are more satisfied with their school

Reece Gunther
October 30, 2019
Manual put in some of their younger players during the second half. Late in the fourth quarter, PRP was trying to find a hole in Manual's defense. Photo by Reece Gunther.

Manual tramples the PRP Panthers

Reece Gunther
October 19, 2019
Manual, although not ranked by the KDE, received a five star rating from the state. Photo by Jay Miller.

OPINION: Manual’s five-star rating is nothing to celebrate

Reece Gunther
October 16, 2019
St. X prepares to snap the ball to the quarterback to start the play. Photo by Cesca Campisano.

Manual claws the St. X Tigers

Reece Gunther
October 12, 2019
Sean Squires (#16, 12) celebrates at the end zone as the student section and football players sing "Stand Up and Cheer." Photo by Pieper Mallett.

Manual’s offense steps up to dominate Oldham County

Reece Gunther and Aliyah Lang
September 14, 2019
National Merit Semifinalists pose in front of Manual. Photo by Cesca Campisano.

Manual boasts 32 National Merit Semifinalists

Reece Gunther
September 11, 2019
Letter from the editors: RedEye updates

Letter from the editors: RedEye updates

Reece Gunther and Maddie Gamertsfelder
September 9, 2019
The SBDM Council meets in the MAC Lab the first Wednesday every month. Photo by Reece Gunther

[Photo] September SBDM meeting discusses homework and dress code committee

Mandala Gupta VerWiebe
September 5, 2019
JCPS updates behavior handbook to include consent for digital backpack

JCPS updates behavior handbook to include consent for digital backpack

Reece Gunther
August 25, 2019
Manual's defense steps up to shut out Central

Manual’s defense steps up to shut out Central

Reece Gunther
August 24, 2019
What's new at Manual in 2019-20?

What’s new at Manual in 2019-20?

Reece Gunther
August 12, 2019
Back to school: registration, new teachers, building updates

Back to school: registration, new teachers, building updates

Reece Gunther
July 26, 2019
A complete timeline of former principal Jerry Mayes' investigation

A complete timeline of former principal Jerry Mayes’ investigation

Reece Gunther
May 30, 2019
'Fire drill' has a new ring to it

‘Fire drill’ has a new ring to it

Reece Gunther and Maddie Gamertsfelder
April 26, 2019
While teachers protested this morning, Governor Matt Bevin held a short anti-abortion rally. Teacher protestors stayed silent, with their backs turned to him as he ignored their presence. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Bevin administration stirs up controversy with pensions, subpoena, basketball

Reece Gunther
April 12, 2019
Women with a U.S. Marine Female Engagement Team operating in Europe demonstrated their capabilities in Marine Corps martial arts, non-lethal weapons, foreign weapons handling and combat lifesaving to Romanian and U.S. soldiers in Romania, 29 Sept., 2016. The Marines spent two weeks doing military-to-military and military-to-civilian engagements to enhance regional security and stability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Michelle Reif)

Judge declares men-only military draft unconstitutional

Reece Gunther
March 10, 2019
Science Fair explodes student knowledge

Science Fair explodes student knowledge

Reece Gunther
March 10, 2019
BHM: JCPS Board of Education's two minority members

BHM: JCPS Board of Education’s two minority members

Reece Gunther
February 22, 2019
JCPS student assignment plan proves controversial

JCPS student assignment plan proves controversial

Reece Gunther
February 8, 2019
JCPS Headquarters the day of the rally. Photo by Phoebe Monseur.

JCPS headlines to watch for the spring semester

Reece Gunther
January 25, 2019
Due to the power outage, teachers had no access to the internet, projectors or lights. Photo by Jack Bell.

SBDM plans to change HSU, career pathways

Reece Gunther
January 11, 2019
SBDM: Manual's governing body

SBDM: Manual’s governing body

Reece Gunther
January 7, 2019
12 Days of Manual: The Salvation Army rings your bells

12 Days of Manual: The Salvation Army rings your bells

Reece Gunther
December 14, 2018
JCPS Headquarters the day of the rally. Photo by Phoebe Monseur.

A breakdown of Kentucky’s new school ratings

Reece Gunther
November 29, 2018
Keep your health in mind during National Fast Food Day

Keep your health in mind during National Fast Food Day

Reece Gunther
November 16, 2018
North Hardin Trojans end Manual's football season in playoffs

North Hardin Trojans end Manual’s football season in playoffs

Reece Gunther
November 3, 2018
Controversial Marsy's Law will be on Kentucky midterm ballot

Controversial Marsy’s Law will be on Kentucky midterm ballot

Reece Gunther
November 2, 2018
As students arrive at Male's stadium, upperclassmen get the crowd excited for the game. They brought everyone together by singing "Happy Birthday." Photo by Emma "EP " Presnell.

R/W Week 2018: Male Bulldogs shut down the Crimsons

Reece Gunther
October 19, 2018
Photo by James Miller.

Manual releases details of 2019 renovations

Reece Gunther
October 17, 2018
Even some emergency backup lights weren't working when Manual lost power, leaving several hallways completely dark. Photo by Reece Gunther.

BREAKING: Power outage, fire alarm disrupt classes

Reece Gunther
October 15, 2018
The stadium is barren as the sun sets. Photo by Amanda Tu

R/W Week 2018: JCPS impacts the week

Reece Gunther
October 15, 2018
Zube congratulates and encourages the Fall sports teams. Photo by EP Presnell. Caption by Maya Joshi.

R/W Week 2018: Use #RE on social media

Reece Gunther
October 12, 2018
Fern Creek prepares to attack Manual's defense. Photo taken by EP Presnell.

Manual football ranks sixth in Associated Press poll halfway through the season

Reece Gunther
October 5, 2018
SBDM details Manual updates in October meeting

SBDM details Manual updates in October meeting

Reece Gunther
October 4, 2018
Butler Bears claw the Crimsons

Butler Bears claw the Crimsons

Reece Gunther
September 29, 2018
Seniors at the head of the student crowd cheer on the team as Manual continues to score another touchdown. Photo by EP Presnell.

Crimsons overwhelm Seneca RedHawks at homecoming

Reece Gunther
September 22, 2018
Concussion Awareness Day promotes discussion on invisible brain injuries

Concussion Awareness Day promotes discussion on invisible brain injuries

Reece Gunther
September 21, 2018
Ballard's wide receiver Elijah Downing (#18, 12) runs towards the commotion as Manual takes down a Ballard player.Photo by Katelyn Bale.

Crimsons defeat Ballard Bruins in overtime

Reece Gunther
September 15, 2018
JCPS Headquarters the day of the rally. Photo by Phoebe Monseur.

Manual and YPAS will have major renovations in 2019

Reece Gunther
September 14, 2018
"Shula" is licensed under CC BY-2.0 Use of this photo does not indicate photographer endorsement. No changes were made to the original image.

Seven new movies coming to Louisville in September

Reece Gunther
September 7, 2018
Mr. Farmer at the principal selection forum in 2018, fielding questions from students, staff and the PTSA.

Farmer is Manual’s new principal

Reece Gunther
September 6, 2018
"Restaurants known too well" by Sara Duley is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. No changes were made to the original image. Use of this image does not indicate photographer endorsement of this article.

Five underrated restaurants in walking distance of Manual

Reece Gunther
September 2, 2018
School board candidates seek to solve problems within the district

School board candidates seek to solve problems within the district

Reece Gunther
August 25, 2018
Central Yellowjackets swarm the Crimsons in season opener

Central Yellowjackets swarm the Crimsons in season opener

Reece Gunther
August 18, 2018
Derby 2018: The effects of flooding on the Kentucky Derby Festival

Derby 2018: The effects of flooding on the Kentucky Derby Festival

Reece Gunther
April 25, 2018
Eve Williams (YPAS, 12) hits a high note while performing "I Believe." Photo by Grace Bradley.

This Week in Manual Academics: April 23 – 28

Reece Gunther
April 23, 2018
LMPD joins together with volunteers to help plant trees around the Churchill Downs area to make the city look better before Derby. Photo courtesy of @KYDerbyFestival on Twitter.

Derby 2018: Local government gives a lot to Derby

Reece Gunther
April 20, 2018
This Week in Manual Academics: April 16-21

This Week in Manual Academics: April 16-21

Reece Gunther
April 16, 2018
One of the silent auction items was a decorated barrel bucket. Photo by Reece Gunther.

This Week in Manual Academics: March 19 – 24

Reece Gunther
March 19, 2018
During the second match, Xueyu Shen, parent of Alice Lui a member of the JV quick recall copies the scores from the previous match to her own on Saturday October 27, 2012

This Week in Manual Academics: March 12 – 17

Reece Gunther
March 12, 2018
President Diana Tufaro kicks off the presentation for the evening. Photo by Reece Gunther.

Crimson Mission holds third annual Growing the Mission Gala

Reece Gunther
March 11, 2018
Circling the Square is choreographed by Kimberly Herndon.

This Week in Manual Academics: March 5 – 10

Reece Gunther
March 5, 2018
Mayor Fischer interacts with community members. He later tweeted that this event proves that love always wins. Photo by Kaylee Arnett.

This Week in Manual Academics: Feb. 26 – March 3

Reece Gunther
February 26, 2018
Snow falls gracefully down the Manual tower. Photo by Grace Bradley.

Manual to hold active shooter drill Thursday

Reece Gunther
February 21, 2018
YPAS and University of Louisville students perform live music. Photo by Amanda Tu.

This Week in Manual Academics: Feb. 19 – 24

Reece Gunther
February 19, 2018
The debate team poses for a picture after a successful tournament at the University of Pennsylvania. Photo provided by Erica Cooper.

This Week in Manual Academics: Feb. 12 – 17

Reece Gunther
February 12, 2018
Mr. Richards leaves for the Air Force

Mr. Richards leaves for the Air Force

Reece Gunther
February 12, 2018
The bingo board for the science activity.

This Week in Manual Academics: Feb. 5 – 10

Reece Gunther
February 5, 2018
Senior girls help other students find their places. Photo by Allison Traylor

This Week in Manual Academics: Jan. 29 – Feb. 3

Reece Gunther
January 28, 2018
This Week in Manual Academics: Jan. 22-27

This Week in Manual Academics: Jan. 22-27

Reece Gunther
January 22, 2018
This Week in Manual Academics: Jan. 8-13

This Week in Manual Academics: Jan. 8-13

Reece Gunther
January 8, 2018
JCPS enforcing state's new immunization requirements

JCPS enforcing state’s new immunization requirements

Reece Gunther
January 2, 2018
This Week in Manual Academics: Dec. 11-16

This Week in Manual Academics: Dec. 11-16

Reece Gunther
December 11, 2017
The Movement Choir performs "Jesus is Real" with guest soloist Mr. Bryan Crady (Assistant Principal). Photo by Kayla Martin

This Week in Manual Academics: Dec. 4-9

Reece Gunther
December 4, 2017
Three YPAS Piano students perform a recital after winning WUOL's Young Artists competition. Photo courtesy of @ypaspiano on Twitter.

This Week in Manual Academics: Nov. 27 – Dec. 2

Reece Gunther
November 27, 2017
Manual students take a photo with a check to the American Cancer Society after the fundraiser at the football game against St. X. Photo courtesy of @ManualAthletics on Twitter.

This Week in Manual Academics: Nov. 20-25

Reece Gunther
November 20, 2017
US President Barack Obama (L) holds a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the G8 summit at the Lough Erne resort near Enniskillen in Northern Ireland, on June 17, 2013. The conflict in Syria was set to dominate the G8 summit starting in Northern Ireland on Monday, with Western leaders upping pressure on Russia to back away from its support for President Bashar al-Assad. AFP PHOTO / JEWEL SAMAD (Photo credit should read JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images)

OPINION: Body language affects your success

Reece Gunther
November 17, 2017
This Week in Manual Academics: Nov. 13-18

This Week in Manual Academics: Nov. 13-18

Reece Gunther
November 12, 2017
Alan Pascua (12, #81) runs onto the field. Photo by Cicada Hoyt.

St. X eliminates Crimsons in football playoffs

Reece Gunther
November 5, 2017
R/W Week 2017: Alumni celebrate the 125th anniversary of Manual

R/W Week 2017: Alumni celebrate the 125th anniversary of Manual

Reece Gunther
October 21, 2017
R/W Week 2017: Teachers on Red/White Week

R/W Week 2017: Teachers on Red/White Week

Reece Gunther
October 15, 2017
Panthers claw the Crimsons

Panthers claw the Crimsons

Reece Gunther
October 15, 2017
Marcus Floyd (#2, 12) on defence, anticipating a block. Photo by Cicada Hoyt.

Bears defend themselves against the Crimsons

Reece Gunther
September 30, 2017
JCPS buses lined up at a depot.

OPINION: JCPS should add air conditioning to buses

Reece Gunther
September 12, 2017
Lady Crimsons break even with the Male Bulldogs

Lady Crimsons break even with the Male Bulldogs

Reece Gunther
September 7, 2017
JCPS Acting Superintendent, Marty Pollio, addresses the public about how the district is helping Harvey victims.

JCPS sends supplies to Houston

Reece Gunther
September 2, 2017
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