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Junior Ranya Ounaies Carpenter performs during the Lift Every Voice student showcase.
Culture and community: Lift Every Voice 2026
The State High Softball Team plays home games at Community Field.
State High announces softball head coaching change
The Paris Bakery Cafe is set to open at 122 West College Ave late this spring.
Paris Bakery & Café comes to State College
Graphic describes State High's change in lunch process.
A new era for lunch lines at State High
Chat GPT is used for information on War in Iran.
AI-generated media entangles war in Iran
State High’s assistant principal team poses in front of the Roar Store during the Roar Store Rumble competition (from left to right) Susan Hipp, Danielle Ambrosia, Brett Wilson and Ryan Walsh. Photo Courtesy of Laura Tobias.
A week behind the scenes: Celebrating State High’s assistant principals
Jay Shoop addresses a group of Ole Miss players at a spring practice session. Photo courtesy of Ole Miss Athletics.
From State High to the SEC: Jay Shoop’s Journey in Coaching
State High seniors Grace Yang, Leila Crandall, Lila Franklin, Alessandra Hoover, Audrey Thomas, Sarah Ocampo, and Adrianne Costello showcase their talent on stage. Photo Edited by Rori Behroozi.
Seniors speak: The legacy of Lift Every Voice
State High Spotlight: Mini-THON
Connor Hill smiles for a photo.
Delta High senior Connor Hill wins first place in nation’s oldest science research competition
Ryan Gosling in Project Hail Mary (Amazon MGM / Sony Pictures Releasing International)
“Project Hail Mary” is the movie we needed
President Donald J. Trump courtesy of the official White House website. https://www.whitehouse.gov/
Supreme Court rules against President Trump’s tariff imposition
Graphic includes the Olympic rings and a figure skater.
Alysa Liu brings a new outlook to Olympic competition
A Canva graphic displays a brain with half of it centered around the idea of AI, with a technology-based aspect pictured.
2026 – The AI Overtake in Schools
Different groups of State High musicians performed in the hub throughout the morning.
Mental Health Summits: Fun? Maybe. Necessary…?
Middle blocker Daeshawn Hardison takes the floor against CD East. Photo courtesy of Anonomy_photography.
Boys volleyball team defeats Central Dauphin East with a 3-0 statement win
The State High Softball Team plays home games at Community Field.
State High announces softball head coaching change
Photo collage graphic of the athletes and text that says "State High Winter Sports All-Division Honors" made in Canva.
State High sees strong representation in winter sports All-Division honors
Junior James Whitbred punishes an opponent in the team's match against Williamsport.
Boys wrestling caps off an unforgettable season
Junior Luke Ladrido maintains focus amidst the contact at Penn State’s turf. Ladrido’s ability to maintain his ground against the physicality of the Tigers was a testament to the Little Lions' toughness throughout the game.
Boys lacrosse takes down North Allegheny at Panzer Stadium
“Coach Campbell Roman Burger” Photo courtesy of Tracy Cohagan
Reviewing The Field’s Coach Campbell Roman Burger
Ryan Gosling in Project Hail Mary (Amazon MGM / Sony Pictures Releasing International)
“Project Hail Mary” is the movie we needed
Graphic displays the album's track list.
A disco era defined: Harry Styles releases new album
Promotional image of the "Dune: Part Three" title card.
Dune: Part Three | How Denis Villeneuve revived a beloved franchise
A collage displays various images from the Malcolm Todd concert in State College. Photos courtesy of Eliza Bowman, Lucia Harte and Addison Behe.
Malcolm Todd comes to Bryce Jordan Center
Junior Luke Ladrido maintains focus amidst the contact at Penn State’s turf. Ladrido’s ability to maintain his ground against the physicality of the Tigers was a testament to the Little Lions' toughness throughout the game.
Boys lacrosse takes down North Allegheny at Panzer Stadium
Freshman Jake Mwangi focuses on a game of connect 4 with a friend. By offering interactive activities like connect 4, the summit aimed to reduce stress and foster a sense of community among students. Reflecting on the day, Mwangi appreciated the opportunity to “connect with my friends and bring awareness to mental health at the same time.”
Spring Mental Health Summit: A Day of Connection and Care
The team huddles together moments before tipoff in the district championship match against Mifflin County. As senior captain Michael Powell addressed the group, his teammates watched attentively. Junior Lucas Starks was extremely complimentary of Powell’s leadership: “After every game, he’d send us messages reminding us that we played our hearts out. He was like the big brother of the team. Even when we saw teammates get hurt or quit, he never lost focus of what we wanted to accomplish and I think that speaks volumes,” Starks said.
State College Boys’ Basketball: A Testament to Resilience and a Reflection on the 25-26 Season
Elle Woods (Hannah Smith) passionately makes her case to Emmet Forrest (Roman Cienfuegos) during a heartfelt exchange in the play. The scene highlighted Elle’s growing confidence at Harvard. Emmet began to see her efforts and potential beyond first impressions. Smith noted that moments like these were crucial to the character’s journey, as they led to Elle “finding herself and realizing her potential and ability,” Smith said.
State High Thespians Present Legally Blonde
Sophomore Jennie Varrassa sings to sophomore Carolyn Frank mid class. At State High, Vocal Valentines are often bought to embarrass friends, or even just make their day.
Love is in the Air at State High
State High Spotlight: Mini-THON
State High Lacrosse Preview
March Madness Bracket Show
State High Track and Field Preview
State High Spotlight: Legally Blonde Cast
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Front page of the 2025 Lions' Digest Graduation Issue. Photo by Ellory Potter, design by Grace Levy.
Lions’ Digest Graduation Issue 2025
Winter Issue Cover. Created by Linda Wang
2024 Winter Issue
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NEWS
Junior Ranya Ounaies Carpenter performs during the Lift Every Voice student showcase.
Culture and community: Lift Every Voice 2026
Sophie Hohlfeld, Staff Writer • April 17, 2026

The Lift Every Voice student showcase took place on March 27 during blocks two and four. Students performed songs, dances, speeches, and poetry...

The State High Softball Team plays home games at Community Field.
State High announces softball head coaching change
Noah Radio, Editor in Chief • April 15, 2026
The Paris Bakery Cafe is set to open at 122 West College Ave late this spring.
Paris Bakery & Café comes to State College
Sophie Hohlfeld, Staff Writer • April 8, 2026
Graphic describes State High's change in lunch process.
A new era for lunch lines at State High
Macon Workman, Staff Writer • April 7, 2026
Chat GPT is used for information on War in Iran.
AI-generated media entangles war in Iran
Dillan Schimmel, Staff Writer • April 6, 2026
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FEATURES
State High’s assistant principal team poses in front of the Roar Store during the Roar Store Rumble competition (from left to right) Susan Hipp, Danielle Ambrosia, Brett Wilson and Ryan Walsh. Photo Courtesy of Laura Tobias.
A week behind the scenes: Celebrating State High’s assistant principals
Clara Kraft, A&E Editor • April 16, 2026

Many students recognize the familiar faces of the four assistant principals at State High, but how many know the individual stories and perspectives...

Jay Shoop addresses a group of Ole Miss players at a spring practice session. Photo courtesy of Ole Miss Athletics.
From State High to the SEC: Jay Shoop’s Journey in Coaching
Michael Powell, Staff Writer • April 14, 2026
State High seniors Grace Yang, Leila Crandall, Lila Franklin, Alessandra Hoover, Audrey Thomas, Sarah Ocampo, and Adrianne Costello showcase their talent on stage. Photo Edited by Rori Behroozi.
Seniors speak: The legacy of Lift Every Voice
Rori Behroozi, Staff Writer • April 9, 2026
State High Spotlight: Mini-THON
David Krebs, Staff Writer • April 7, 2026
Connor Hill smiles for a photo.
Delta High senior Connor Hill wins first place in nation’s oldest science research competition
Finn Kurpiel Wakamiya, Staff Writer • April 5, 2026
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TRENDING
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The State High Softball Team plays home games at Community Field.

State High announces softball head coaching change

2
The Paris Bakery Cafe is set to open at 122 West College Ave late this spring.

Paris Bakery & Café comes to State College

3
Invincible Season 2 Promotional Poster Credits to Amazon Prime

“Invincible” and the Discourse of the Superhuman

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State High seniors Grace Yang, Leila Crandall, Lila Franklin, Alessandra Hoover, Audrey Thomas, Sarah Ocampo, and Adrianne Costello showcase their talent on stage. Photo Edited by Rori Behroozi.

Seniors speak: The legacy of Lift Every Voice

5
Connor Hill smiles for a photo.

Delta High senior Connor Hill wins first place in nation’s oldest science research competition

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SPORTS
Middle blocker Daeshawn Hardison takes the floor against CD East. Photo courtesy of Anonomy_photography.
The State High Softball Team plays home games at Community Field.
Photo collage graphic of the athletes and text that says "State High Winter Sports All-Division Honors" made in Canva.
Junior James Whitbred punishes an opponent in the team's match against Williamsport.
Junior Luke Ladrido maintains focus amidst the contact at Penn State’s turf. Ladrido’s ability to maintain his ground against the physicality of the Tigers was a testament to the Little Lions' toughness throughout the game.
The national championship trophy sits with the Frozen Four logo in Pegula Ice Arena.
RESULTS
  • State College
    10
    Sacred Heart Academy
    0
    Apr 11 / Softball
    State College
    5
    Central Mountain
    6
    Apr 11 / Baseball
    State College
    8
    Manheim Township
    10
    Apr 11 / Boys Lacrosse
    State College
    4
    Chambersburg
    1
    Apr 9 / Boys Tennis
    State College
    6
    Cumberland Valley
    13
    Apr 9 / Girls Lacrosse
  • State College
    16
    Cumberland Valley
    9
    Apr 9 / Boys Lacrosse
    State College
    0
    Central Dauphin
    3
    Apr 9 / Boys Volleyball
    State College
    2
    Hershey
    3
    Apr 8 / Boys Tennis
    State College
    1
    Cumberland Valley
    4
    Apr 8 / Baseball
    State College
    1
    Cumberland Valley
    4
    Apr 8 / Softball
  • State College
    9
    Mechanicsburg
    6
    Apr 7 / Girls Lacrosse
    State College
    17
    Mechanicsburg
    4
    Apr 7 / Boys Lacrosse
    State College
    3
    Mechanicsburg
    8
    Apr 6 / Baseball
    State College
    13
    Mechanicsburg
    3
    Apr 6 / Softball
    State College
    7
    Cedar Cliff
    6
    Apr 2 / Baseball
State High Spotlight: Mini-THON
OPINION
Ryan Gosling in Project Hail Mary (Amazon MGM / Sony Pictures Releasing International)
“Project Hail Mary” is the movie we needed
Nate Tranell, Staff Writer • April 6, 2026

Two weeks after its release on March 20, moviegoers still don’t seem to be over “Project Hail Mary.” After debuting to rave reviews...

President Donald J. Trump courtesy of the official White House website. https://www.whitehouse.gov/
Supreme Court rules against President Trump’s tariff imposition
Dillan Schimmel, Staff Writer • April 1, 2026
Graphic includes the Olympic rings and a figure skater.
Alysa Liu brings a new outlook to Olympic competition
Shiva Vahmani, Staff Writer • March 31, 2026
A Canva graphic displays a brain with half of it centered around the idea of AI, with a technology-based aspect pictured.
2026 – The AI Overtake in Schools
Nora Digman, Staff Writer • March 7, 2026
Different groups of State High musicians performed in the hub throughout the morning.
Mental Health Summits: Fun? Maybe. Necessary…?
Demi Olorunnisola, Staff Writer • March 7, 2026
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A & E
“Coach Campbell Roman Burger” Photo courtesy of Tracy Cohagan
Reviewing The Field’s Coach Campbell Roman Burger
Tanner Cohagan, Staff Writer • April 9, 2026

You can now order and purchase the “Coach Campbell Roman Burger” at The Field Burger & Tap, which is located at Toftrees Golf Resort...

Ryan Gosling in Project Hail Mary (Amazon MGM / Sony Pictures Releasing International)
“Project Hail Mary” is the movie we needed
Nate Tranell, Staff Writer • April 6, 2026
Graphic displays the album's track list.
A disco era defined: Harry Styles releases new album
Amaris King, Staff Writer • April 6, 2026
Promotional image of the "Dune: Part Three" title card.
Dune: Part Three | How Denis Villeneuve revived a beloved franchise
Rafael Ronquillo, Staff Writer • April 3, 2026
A collage displays various images from the Malcolm Todd concert in State College. Photos courtesy of Eliza Bowman, Lucia Harte and Addison Behe.
Malcolm Todd comes to Bryce Jordan Center
Evelyn Patch, Staff Writer • April 3, 2026
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PHOTO SHOWCASE
Junior Luke Ladrido maintains focus amidst the contact at Penn State’s turf. Ladrido’s ability to maintain his ground against the physicality of the Tigers was a testament to the Little Lions' toughness throughout the game.
Freshman Jake Mwangi focuses on a game of connect 4 with a friend. By offering interactive activities like connect 4, the summit aimed to reduce stress and foster a sense of community among students. Reflecting on the day, Mwangi appreciated the opportunity to “connect with my friends and bring awareness to mental health at the same time.”
The team huddles together moments before tipoff in the district championship match against Mifflin County. As senior captain Michael Powell addressed the group, his teammates watched attentively. Junior Lucas Starks was extremely complimentary of Powell’s leadership: “After every game, he’d send us messages reminding us that we played our hearts out. He was like the big brother of the team. Even when we saw teammates get hurt or quit, he never lost focus of what we wanted to accomplish and I think that speaks volumes,” Starks said.
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