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Eric and Fiona Last (10) fly across the dance floor at the annual Oktoberfest celebration.

Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit at Oktoberfest

Andrew Darkenwald, Staff Reporter October 23, 2025

Oktoberfest is a pastime which originated in Germany. The autumn celebration started in Munich and originally celebrated the marriage of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig to Princess Therese in 1810. Princess...

Tradition of the Trails

Callie Hazard, Staff Reporter October 21, 2025

High Trails is an amazing week-long retreat that gives fellow Pine Creek students the opportunity to partake in a variety of activities with middle schoolers by serving as camp counselors; it’s a popular...

Caleb Swainson (12) thrilled the audience with his rendition of "All of Me" at the October 7th Acoustic Cafe.

Students Hit the High Note at Pine Creek’s Acoustic Cafe

Zayah Bettis, Staff Reporter October 21, 2025

Pine Creek’s fall Acoustic Cafe was a perfect opportunity for upcoming musicians to spotlight their talents. The atmosphere was tranquil and pleasant as students, facility, and parents watched students...

Grace Garza (11) chats with her group of freshmen on their first day of school. Being a Creek Connecter is one way students can earn their volunteer hours for NHS.

Pine Creek’s National Honor Society Builds Leaders, Boosts College Applications, and Gives Back to the Community

Tehmas Jijina and Joseph Darko October 10, 2025

National Honor Society (NHS)  is one of the biggest honor societies at Pine Creek with over 200 students. Students are able to join NHS in the spring through an application process. This process contains...

"Deadline" Auditions Sheet

Break A Leg! Fall Play Auditions Hit the Stage

Ava Guerrero, Staff Reporter September 12, 2025

Each new school year is already filled with mysteries, but the new fall play will be the most captivating of all. The upcoming production, “Deadline,” by Don Zolidis, follows eight mystery writers...

Pine Creek's Acoustic Café: A Prelude to Musical Dreams at Pine Creek

Pine Creek’s Acoustic Café: A Prelude to Musical Dreams at Pine Creek

Owen Meyer, Staff Reporter April 28, 2025

The acoustic cafe is one of the only ways students can show off their musical talents to other students. Having such a large school can lead to having gifted students. Pine Creek has two events each school...

What Is World Language Week?

What Is World Language Week?

Jaron St. Charles, Staff Reporter March 31, 2025

What Is World Language Week? International week is a period in Pine Creek High School dedicated to celebrating and exploring the diversity of cultures around the world. The purpose of this event...

Pine Creek DECA Shines at State: Students Celebrate Success at The Broadmoor

Pine Creek DECA Shines at State: Students Celebrate Success at The Broadmoor

Tehmas Jijina, Staff Reporter March 19, 2025

DECA state wrapped up at the Broadmoor in late February of 2025. Students were able to qualify for state by winning at districts on either their written event or their role plays. The students who were...

Pine Creek Excells at HOSA State

Pine Creek Excells at HOSA State

Owen Meyer, Staff Reporter March 19, 2025

HOSA state was an overall success, with Pine Creek finishing with 14 first-place titles, 10 second-place titles, and 15 third-place titles with an additional 21 top-10 finishes. Also, 35 students made...

A Switch For Good

A Switch For Good

Aleksandr Christ, Editor-In-Chief January 29, 2025

As students start getting comfortable with the second semester, some may notice that many students are leaving and entering classes. The ability to switch a majority of classes has been a staple at Pine...

Will Blasko, Smith Barrionuevo, Dane Lail, and Josh Errickson after the final round of the bracket.

Mario Kart Tournament

Aleksandr Christ, Editor-In-Chief December 13, 2024

The Mario Kart Tournament makes its return to the school, now with rewards and a goal to inspire students and teachers alike. Last year, the tournament served as a way to gather an initial roster for the...

Students must show their ID upon entering the school. This sign is at the entrance of the school to remind them.

Students Divided on New ID Check Policy

Aiden Norton and Jaron St. Charles November 18, 2024

A new security layer, ID check ins, has been added to the protocol this semester. When students enter the building they are required to show their ID to an administrator, dean or security guard. Principal...

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