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News and Publications of Notre Dame de Sion

Sion Student Media

Meg Schwartz

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief

  • Walkout Song: “Who Run The World (Girls)” by Beyoncé
  • Guilty Pleasure: Edible Vegan Cookie Dough
  • Favorite Food: Japanese Pan Noodles
  • Favorite TV Show: “The Office”
  • Spirit Animal: Mermaid
  • Pet Peeve: When people text and walk
All content by Meg Schwartz
As graduation approaches, seniors experience the phenomenon “senioritis” as their demanding workloads are met with diminishing motivation.

Diagnosed with Senioritis

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Mar 31, 2018

As the numbers on the calendar get closer to May 24 and the weather warms up, my handwriting gets sloppier, my deadlines approach faster and my fever increases. It’s official. I’m diagnosed. I have...

Actor Akshay Kumar portrays main character Lakshmikant Chauhan on the “Padman” official movie poster.
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The True Story of “Padman” Inspires

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Mar 4, 2018

Rarely is one film able to seamlessly intertwine its portrayal of the intricate details of a complex social issue with an entertaining and lighthearted storyline.  “Padman,” an Indian film in Hindi...

Senior Scream Team Leader Mandy Mayer watches from the sidelines, shocked, as the ref makes questionable call in the St. Teresa's Academy basketball game Saturday, Feb. 24 that ended in a 50-42 victory.

Irish Cup Victory Closes Out Regular Season

Kaitlin Jones, Features Editor Feb 26, 2018

Senior Scream Team Leader Mandy Mayer watches from the sidelines, shocked, as the ref makes questionable call in the St. Teresa's Academy basketball game Saturday, Feb. 24 that ended in a 50-42 victory....

The HQ trivia app, typically hosted by Scott Rogowsky, is a live game show where people must answer 12 consecutive questions correctly to win the cash prize.

HQ App is a Game Show Enthusiast’s Dream

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Feb 3, 2018

The days of watching Jeopardy or the Wheel of Fortune, meaninglessly shouting answers at the screen with no hopes of winning the sparkling prizes are over.  HQ Trivia brings the ordinary game show enthusiast...

The 228-acre Verso paper mill dwarfs the town of Luke on the banks of the Potomac River in Western Maryland, on Nov. 21. The plant generates much of its own power by burning “black liquor,” a sludge byproduct of the paper making process.

Act Now to Save the Planet

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Jan 26, 2018

After every purchase of a snack or a soda, after every delivery of an online order or every time a previously beloved object loses its value, it is followed by the mindless motions of walking over to the...

Alumna of the class of 2016 Manahil Khan talks about her life at University of Kansas alongside alumnae Chioma Okuagu, Lauren Dwyer and Sophie Nedelco.

Alumnae Return for Luncheon and Discussion

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Jan 9, 2018

The halls were filled with warm greetings and excited reunions Monday, Jan. 8.  Not only did current students return from their three-week winter break, 40 alumnae of the class of 2017 and eight alumnae...

The dance team prepares for their music to begin to start their high kick routine.

Dance Team is Victorious at First Competition

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-in-Chief Dec 11, 2017

Dance team took first place in high kick, pom and lyrical at the annual Kansas City Classic dance competition at Liberty High School Dec. 9. “It felt amazing to do this well at our first competition...

Event Master of Ceremonies John Holt leads a panel discussion with two local teachers, two students and a MOCSA preventions specialist about educating students about sexual assault prevention and awareness.

Students and Faculty Attend Annual MOCSA Luncheon

Meg Schwartz, Print Co-Editor-In-Chief Oct 21, 2017

Seniors Ann Huff  and Stella Lilek, Director of High School and Library Media Services Jenny Campbell, Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator Jenny Brown-Howerton, Theology teacher Polly Holmes and counselor...

Senior Bailey Runchey dances to the beat of Kendrick Lamar’s “HUMBLE" at Fall Dance Sept. 9.

Fall Dance Photo Gallery

Sep 10, 2017

Senior Bailey Runchey dances to the beat of Kendrick Lamar’s “HUMBLE" at Fall Dance Sept. 9.

August is a winter month in Malawi and part of one of its dry seasons.

Meandering Through Malawi

Meg Schwartz Aug 21, 2017

Just a matter of weeks ago, I had never left the comfort of familiar American soil.  I always assumed my first journey abroad would be a relaxed family vacation or a school mission trip.  This wasn’t...

Senior Erin Quinn crowns the statue of Mary in the front of the grotto.

Grotto Dedicated in Celebration of May Day

Meg Schwartz, Layout and Design Editor May 2, 2017

After months of construction, the grotto located on the east side of the campus past the softball field was dedicated with a service including the crowning of the statue of Mary on May 1 in celebration...

Junior Bailey Runchey watches as a nurse cleans her arm in preparation to donate blood.

Students Save Lives Through Blood Drive

Meg Schwartz, Layout and Design Editor Feb 27, 2017

The National Honor Society held its sixth annual blood drive Friday, Feb. 24 in the gym. The drive was facilitated by The Community Blood Center and aided the current emergency blood shortage status. “We...

Learning2Fly is located at 47th and Lamar across from QuikTrip in this eccentric dome-shaped building.

Bust the Winter Workout Blues with Learning2Fly

Meg Schwartz, Layout and Design Editor Jan 16, 2017

In the middle of winter, I require a little bit more motivation than usual to coax myself out from under my favorite cozy blanket and away from my hot cup of peppermint tea to make it to the gym to...

Junior Sarah Hogan shows off her pageant costume the second day of Spirit Week for the “Toddlers and Tiaras” theme.

Junior Sarah Hogan shows off her pageant costume the second day of Spirit Week for the “Toddlers and Tiaras” theme.

Night of One Acts Implements Changes

Meg Schwartz, Layout and Design Editor Oct 10, 2016

  The feeling in the air was different this year as veteran Night of One Acts performers walked from their cars to prepare for the show.  Instead of a warm spring breeze surrounding them,...

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