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Anthony Broadman, a Voice for Bend

Anthony Broadman, a Voice for Bend

Lauren Shein, Features Editor November 1, 2024

Over the years, Anthony Broadman has worn many hats—City Councilor, tribal rights attorney, small business owner and local dad, to name a few. Now, Broadman hopes to add a new hat to his collection,...

Powder to the People

Powder to the People

Eva Dicharry, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

It started as a joke. When someone commented on Facebook: “What if Bend locals bought Mt. Bachelor?” Dan Cochran and Chris Porter, now the heads of Mt. Bachelor Community Inc., were quick to respond....

@bendfilmfestival

Hollywood, Who?

Laney McDonald, News & Sports Editor October 25, 2024

Skip the superhero sequels. The Hollywood studio system–in which a few large movie studios decide which films are made, produced and distributed–has dictated what you see for decades. This system...

Storm Spotlight: Landon Egeland

Storm Spotlight: Landon Egeland

Lauren Shein, Features Editor October 9, 2024

At 5 a.m., most high school students are fast asleep, but Summit senior Landon Egeland is already up and preparing for swim practice. He drives to the pool in the dark and swims for two straight hours,...

The class of 2024 tosses their caps

Saying Goodbye to the Class of ‘24

Scout Crockett, Features Editor June 13, 2024

On the cloudy morning of Saturday, June 8, graduates’ family and friends gathered on Summit’s football field in order to commence the graduating class of 2024. 342 graduates gilded-in-green walked...

There’s More to Summit Sports than Football, Basketball and Soccer

There’s More to Summit Sports than Football, Basketball and Soccer

Kepler Orton and Fiona Cooper June 13, 2024

Summit is widely known for its athletics programs and its frequent success throughout Oregon. However, there’s an unequal representation between unconventional sports and your average high school team...

Summit’s 2024–25 Student Council

Summit’s 2024–25 Student Council

Laney McDonald, Staff Writer June 11, 2024

At Summit, students who participate in Student Council help facilitate assemblies and community service events, select themes for sports events and spirit weeks as well as represent the student body to...

Stylish Seniors Sign-Off

Stylish Seniors Sign-Off

Paige Parton, Staff Writer June 6, 2024

You know when you’re walking down the hallway at Summit and you see someone with the most perfectly curated outfit? Whether they’re dressed in funky patterns, minimalist vibes or even punk, there are...

A Bit of Advice from Outgoing (Semi-Knowledgeable) Seniors

A Bit of Advice from Outgoing (Semi-Knowledgeable) Seniors

Sarah Hawkins, Co-Editor-in-Chief June 3, 2024

On June 8, seniors will be walking across a stage set up on the turf, snapping a picture with their diploma and standing inside Summit, possibly for the last time. The school year is coming to an end,...

Teacher Vacancy Leaves Students Confused

Teacher Vacancy Leaves Students Confused

Scout Crockett, Features Editor May 31, 2024

It’s late at night, and after hours upon hours of studying, you still don’t understand the material for your upcoming AP test. You text your clueless friends for help, but they don’t get it either....

Tesla. Rivian. Hummer.

Tesla. Rivian. Hummer.

Aidan Goldman May 29, 2024

With Tesla’s new CyberTruck finally hitting the roads, it's time to look at the three new electric trucks that are breaking the mold in automotive design. Are they worth the hype, or the hate?  I’ve...

Profile: Travis Overley

Profile: Travis Overley

Jackson Crocker, Crest Editor May 24, 2024

Travis Overley has been a core member of Summit’s social studies department for 10 years, forging student connections and providing transformative teaching to his U.S. government classes. Unfortunately...

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