The Spearhead

Science teacher Mr. Robert Baur reads to students from the flip guide for responding to emergencies. Every teacher at Battle has a flip guide in their classroom.

First ever drill week draws mixed reactions from students.

Story by Cory Hayes, Reporter ◊ Sep 29, 2025

Battle High School’s first annual Drill Week occurred August 25 through 29, and it continues to stir conversation among students, with evolving safety procedures prompting...

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Sports

District Downfall

Looking at Battle's loss to Blue Springs South in the District Championship

Story by Zachary Wood, Lead Editor ◊ Mar 19, 2025

Blue Springs South stunted Battles state hopes, winning 71-48 in the District Championship game March 10. Despite Battle scoring the highest against the Jaguars in the entirety...

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A&E

Raising Awareness Through Talent

Talent show set out to bring attention to the Spay Neuter Project in Columbia

Story by Angel Collins ◊ Oct 30, 2024

Junior Kaia Mawhinney will be hosting this year's winter talent show. “It ties into my advanced seminars and investigations class, which just helps me run it. It gives...

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Rocky Roads
How the I-70 Columbia to Kingdom City road improvements have affected students
Apr 1, 2025
Story by Grant Hughes, Photography Editor
The Fight For a Spot on the School Board
An overview of your candidates for the April 8 General Municipal Election
Mar 21, 2025
Story by Amin Gozal, Copy Editor
Business is Booming
Battle's progress with FBLA and their season so far
Mar 11, 2025
Story by Breleigh Moore, Coverage Editor
February Festivities
How Battle celebrated Black History Month this February
Mar 7, 2025
Story by Breleigh Moore, Coverage Editor
Just Keep Swimming
Examining the growth of the Battle Swim Team over the season and what the future holds for them
Feb 6, 2025
Story by Breleigh Moore, Coverage Editor
Sick of Love
Battle’s theater department announces their new play debuting next weekend
Feb 4, 2025
Story by Grant Hughes, Photography Editor

Benjamin Ellebracht (10) juggles a soccer ball during practice on September 30 as Julien Ramos (10), Dominic Lofton (11), and other players look on.

Photo by Tre Taylor
Jaedon Morgan (11) attempts to block a kick at the September 30 boys soccer practice.

Photo by Tre Taylor
A phone locker in Ms. Amy Jammeh’s classroom on September 25, 2025.

Photo by Giovanna Rogel