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Carter Van Buskirk, Staff Reporter

Carter Van Buskirk (he/him), senior, is a staff reporter for the Messenger. Carter plays varsity soccer for MHS. He is a board member for the sophomore class and MHS advisory teams. He also is involved in Future Business Leaders of America and is the President of the Class of 2022. Aside from MHS, Carter enjoys world language and travel.

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Sophomore, Bradley Odman, defenseman, shoots the puck from distance through multiple CBC defenders. The mustangs fell to the Cadets 3-0 on Monday, Nov. 8.

Mustang Hockey Gets Results in Three Consecutive Games

November 30, 2021
The college admissions scandal came to fruition in 2011, when the FBI launched an investigation on Edge College & Career Network LLC. The scandal is regarded among many as a milestone in the college admittance and accreditation process.

Review: Operation Varsity Blues: College Admission Scandal

May 14, 2021
After a year of restrictions on St. Louis high school sporting events, student are finally returning to games. It has felt great finally getting my friends out there to watch my games, said junior Ryan McDonald, varsity Lacrosse player.

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Chris Kenny, varsity soccer coach, gives his substitutes their positions before heading onto the field vs. St. Joseph’s Academy. St. Josephs proves to be a great team every year, Kenny said. Everyone definitely needs to be at their best to get the result we are looking for.

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The 2022 France trip is scheduled to take place during next years spring break in Paris and Versailles. The 2022 Spain trip is scheduled to take place during summer break in Madrid, Granada and Saville. Both trips were rescheduled from COVID-19 cancellations during the 2020 school year.

World Language Reschedule Travel Excursions for the 2021-2022 year

April 27, 2021
Lauren Bickel, goalie, punts the ball to midfield after making a save on a St. Josephs attacker.

Photo Gallery: Varsity Girls Soccer Defeats St. Joseph’s

April 13, 2021
Selma Hotich, junior, and her family gather in Bosnia for lunch.

Bilingual Students Highlight Their Experiences Taking a Foreign Language

March 24, 2021
Varsity hockey lost to Christian Brothers College High School (CBC) in the Challenge Cup Championship Saturday, March 6.

Recap: MHS Hockey Season 2020-21

March 8, 2021
Senior John Bush, forward, awaits a faceoff in the SLUH defensive zone.

MHS Hockey Advances to Challenge Cup Semi-Finals

February 17, 2021
A St. Louis City scarf is raised showcasing the new emblem and colors of the team. The franchise has begun selling apparel which is now available on the STL City fan shop online.

MLS to STL: The Future of Our City

January 18, 2021
As MHS progresses into 2021, the Messenger identifies various resolutions that can be carried into the new year. The following changes are benefactors to your overall health and wellness in this weeks list of Friday Fives.

Friday Fives: New Year’s Resolutions

January 15, 2021
MHS students pick up their Grab and Go lunches on their way out of school.

[Photo] Grab and Go Lunches are Not the Best Alternative

November 20, 2020
Monique Johnson, custodian, continuously walks the school disinfecting areas of high contact. It is important that every one stays safe. Wear a mask and be mindful, she said.

Photo Gallery: Return to In-Person Learning

November 20, 2020
Emily Thompson, french teacher, said the safety of students is her top priority. She became a teacher to support the social-emotional health of every student in-person, which is unachievable during the pandemic. “I am a fairly healthy adult, so I am not as worried about myself as I would be for my other colleges who are substantially older, students with underlying conditions, or students and staff who are on the roulette wheel of being healthy and end up in the hospital,” Thompson said.

[Photo] MHS Reflects: MO Governor Parson Relaxes School Quarantine Guidelines

November 18, 2020
On Thursday, high school students in RSD returned to in-person learning, despite the ongoing rise in COVID-19 cases. Students are spaced out three to six feet apart and must wear a mask at all times.

[Photo] Editorial Board: Keep the Quarantine

November 13, 2020
Alex Hohlen, Co-Founder of Shop Prep STL, holds a limited edition Nike shoe in his basement headquarters.

Students Create Clothing Business Amid Pandemic

October 15, 2020
Lee Mitchell, librarian, has helped build the MHS library department for twenty two years. She has contributed to the library’s renovations, technology, and book collections.

After twenty two years at MHS, librarian Lee Mitchell retires

September 23, 2020
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Photo Gallery: Black Lives Matter Protest

June 23, 2020
While some St. Louis County businesses were permitted to reopen Monday, May 18, all gyms, fitness centers, playgrounds and pools are still prohibited from reopening. This has caused concern among some students who work summer jobs at these facilities.

[Photo] Summer Sports Jobs are Up in the Air

May 27, 2020
Christian Springer, sophomore, reads a book while social distancing in his house.

Healthcare Workers Continue to Combat COVID-19

April 30, 2020
MHS students arrive at school for their inaugural year.

Alumni Return to MHS

April 29, 2020
Cashier checks out customer from behind a protective glass window.

Photo Gallery: COVID-19

April 8, 2020
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