Thanks for reading, it’s been fun. What’s more important in the short term, Clout or Sauce? Kirk Whalen: Definitely clout. *10 seconds of silence* Kirk: Wait no, it’s actually gotta be sauce. What is Ask Matt? It’s a mostly-satirical (never funny), advice column published on the Prep News Online. What about the previously mentioned talking horse https://pnonline.org/2017/10/19/ask-matt-volume-ii/ Here’s what I had to say, and I’ll … Continue reading Ask Matt: Volume IV
With the addition of the new Learning Commons to a Rockhurst, several new display cases have been added to the hallway surrounding. They have shown several things, from Rock Shop items to costumes from Rockhurst plays. One display case, across from the Dining Commons, features student art. “It’s pretty cool to see my drawing there,” said senior Johnathan Raby. “I worked hard on my art, … Continue reading New Art Display outside Learning Commons
Yeah, we’re still doing this I guess. Why do we drive on parkways and park on driveways? Is it worse to fail at something or never attempt it in the first place? If you could choose just one thing to change about the world, what would it be? To what extent do you shape your own destiny, and how much is down to fate? Does … Continue reading Ask Matt: Volume III
Here we are: the sequel to Ask Matt. As film franchises like The Sandlot and Jurassic Park have proven, the second is always just as good as the first. Well, maybe not. Have you ever ridden a horse? If so, what was the horse’s name? Was he a lazy horse? What color was said horse? Brown? White? Did said horse speak at all? If so, what did … Continue reading Ask Matt: Volume II
After the popularity of Josh O’Dell’s column “Dear Josh” last year, co-executive editor Matt Kuckelman is introducing a new advice column with the first volume of “Ask Matt.” Is it true that all MIP’s are reported to the Dean’s office as they say? Because if that were true wouldn’t kids I know be getting in trouble? I know plenty of kids who have gotten MIP’s here … Continue reading Ask Matt: Volume I
Congratulations to Andy Bauer, the winner of the Prep News Online’s “Caption This” contest, and the winner of a $15 Chick-FIl-A gift card. Check out some of our favorite submissions, including Andy’s, below. Winner: “Thursday will be a white shirt and tie day with no late start.” -Andy Bauer Honorable mentions: When they say the drug tests are random. -Eric Angrisano When East kids start … Continue reading “Caption This” Contest Winner Announced
Last week the Rockhurst community was shocked by the passing of freshman Harrison Rupp. Harrison lettered in swimming and hockey. He loved fishing and being outdoors. He was a joy to be around and will be missed by the entire Rockhurst community. We at the Prep News send our deepest condolences to the Rupp family, and wish them great strength in the weeks ahead. Continue reading Condolences
From February 23-25, the class of 2020 “Set Their Sights” as they experienced Freshman Retreat. The retreat was intended to fully welcome freshman into the Rockhurst community and show them what it means to be a Hawklet. “Going in, I just expected to get to know my classmates,” freshman Henry Ismert said. “It lived up to my expectations, as it was a very enhancing experience.” … Continue reading Freshman Retreat Recap
Do you love finals? If so, you’re weird and I hate you. Finals are the bane of teenage existence, creating endless amounts of stress for high schoolers. But worry not, the Prep News is here to take your mind off of them with some bad jokes that will make you hate us more than those finals. How do you get an alien baby to sleep? You … Continue reading Finals Humor
