The student news site of Homestead High School in Mequon, Wisconsin.

The Highlander Online
The student news site of Homestead High School in Mequon, Wisconsin.

The Highlander Online
The student news site of Homestead High School in Mequon, Wisconsin.

The Highlander Online
All content by Anna Kreynin
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[Photo] Finding the perfect summer Job: Students share their advice

Molly Ryan, Photographer
June 1, 2016
Brigid West, junior, prepares to pass the ball in a game earlier this season.

Girls soccer secures North Shore Conference Championship

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor
May 19, 2016
Kimmy Hartlieb, freshman, runs the third leg of the second-place 4x800 meter relay.

[Photo] Girls track takes home title of North Shore Conference Champions, boys place second

Erin Connolly, Web Editor
May 18, 2016
Mrs. Anna Mae Grimm, social studies teacher, retired this year after years of inspiring students at Homestead High School.

Seven teachers to ‘graduate’ with mixed emotions

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor
May 16, 2016
Homestead juniors attended We Day on Thursday, April 28.

Students attend We Day and return inspired to create change

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor
April 29, 2016
Alexis Silver, senior, poses with her father and Alex Uhan, her club coach, as she signs her NLI to join Tulane University's Division I volleyball team in the Fall. "Alexis is one of the toughest competitors I have ever coached. She comes to the gym everyday to work hard on improving her game. She is also a great teammate. She always gets others to laugh and she has a smile so big it can light up the room with energy," Uhan said.

Silver commits to the Green Wave

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor
April 14, 2016
Homestead was named an AVID Site of Distinction for the 2016-2017 school year.

Homestead named AVID Site of Distinction

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor
April 5, 2016
Mr. Ryan Mangan will begin his position as Arrowhead's athletic director on July 1, 2016.

Mangan chosen as new Arrowhead athletic director

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor
March 24, 2016
A bomb threat was found inside of a bathroom stall. Local law enforcers have searched the campus and resolved the issue.

Police conduct search in Homestead parking lot, several vehicles targeted

Anna Kreynin
March 22, 2016
Twitter is a popular social media platform, both in daily life and in business.

[Photo] Social media classes should be taught in schools

Hannah O'Leary, Designer
March 21, 2016
Protesters gathered in Madison to oppose to possible bills which they believe are "anit-immigrant."

A Day Without Latinos: Immigrants gather in Madison to oppose possible legislation

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor-in-Chief
February 19, 2016
Although many healthy, athletic teenagers may not pay attention to heart health, many underlying heart problems may go unnoticed.

American Heart Month: A concern for athletes

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor-in-Chief
February 18, 2016
Members of the math team pose together at a competition at MSOE earlier this school year.

Math team places third in conference competition

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor in Chief
February 13, 2016
Family Sharing is looking to receive nonperishable items such as peanut butter, canned fruits and vegetables and canned tuna--items that students can most-likely find in the back of their pantries.

District-wide food drive to launch Monday

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2016
A 15-year-old Homestead student has been arrested for a threatening poll he posted on the anonymous social media app "Whatsgoodly."

Suspect detained after threat on social media app “Whatsgoodly”

Anna Kreynin, Web editor
January 22, 2016
Classrooms sit empty at Homestead after administration was informed of a threat posted to social media.

Homestead closes after threat on social media

Anna Kreynin, Web editor
January 22, 2016
EOS lip balms face national scrutiny because of allegations of causing lips to become drier and blistered.

Trendy lip balm faces charges of facial damages

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2016
A student texts her father underneath her desk in hopes of avoiding a detention.

High school students should not need ‘phone police’

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor-in-Chief
January 14, 2016
Lori Keiser, former assistant principal, resigned during her fourth year at Homestead. "I have sincerely enjoyed working with all of you during my time here," Ms. Keiser wrote in an email to teaching staff. "Your dedication and professionalism is second to none. I have learned so much from all of you and no words can describe how grateful I am for that. I will miss you and wish nothing but the best moving forward. "

Assistant principal Lori Keiser resigns from Homestead

Anna Kreynin, Web editor
November 24, 2015
Classrooms sit empty at Homestead after administration was informed of a threat posted to social media.

Chinese classes to proceed after hiring of new teacher

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2015
Five of the 29 proposed curricular changes are in allied arts. "I feel that Homestead, being one of the top schools in the state, should offer more skilled trade classes such as autos and home improvement to all students so we have a equal opportunity to learn in things we are interested in," Bucholtz said.

School board to vote on proposed curriculum changes, allied arts to feel impact

Anna Kreynin
October 23, 2015
Sen. Ron Johnson spoke at a town hall meeting at the Todd Wehr Auditorium at Concordia University - Wisconsin. Sen. Johnson will be running for senate in 2016 as a republican.

Sen. Johnson visits Ozaukee County in preparation for 2016 election

Anna Kreynin, Web Editor-in-Chief
September 4, 2015
Mari Duckler, junior, performs in Homestead's "The Mikado" earlier this year. Duckler has been involved in numerous productions through Homestead and First Stage.

Duckler to attend exclusive musical theater intensive

Anna Kreynin
June 5, 2015
After students receive the highly anticipated acceptance letter or email, the key to attendance remains their ability to pay.

Unnecessary college price hinders dreams

Anna Kreynin, Copyeditor
June 1, 2015
Kornreich models during a shoot for her portfolio. "I've also done multiple test shoots, which are pretty much shoots for photos for your portfolio," Kornreich said.

Kornreich pursues modeling career with strong mindset

Anna Kreynin
April 20, 2015
Due to their intense practice and competition schedule, the life of a college athlete may not be for everyone.

College athletics not for everyone

Anna Kreynin
February 27, 2015
(From left) Elijah Perine, David Pfaff and Nick Ziebell, seniors, signed their National Letters of Intent, committing to a future of collegiate athletics.

Homestead football legacy to continue for Perine, Pfaff, Ziebell

Anna Kreynin
February 4, 2015

Conley and band experience early success

Anna Kreynin
January 30, 2015

Exploring 9 essentials of body language

Anna Kreynin
January 21, 2015
Anika Hitt, Allie Petersen, Charlie Maleki, Trevor Cho, Mitch Sutton and Jaylen Key sign their National Letters of Intent. "I'm so excited to continue my swimming career at the collegiate level," Peterson said. "I think it'll be a lot of fun."

Students sign national letters of intent

Anna Kreynin
November 13, 2014
Quest for grades replaces desire to learn

Quest for grades replaces desire to learn

Anna Kreynin
November 4, 2014

Highlanders spook Blue Dukes to move to round 3

Anna Kreynin, Emma Zander, and Hannah O'Leary
November 1, 2014
WIAA Boys and Girls Cross Country Sectional

WIAA Boys and Girls Cross Country Sectional

Katya Mikhailenko, Emma Zander, Anna Kreynin, and Hannah O'Leary
October 25, 2014
Enter the magical wonderland

Enter the magical wonderland

Anna Kreynin, Emily Shore, and Janae Brown
October 21, 2014
Bradley Woldt, freshman, enjoys meeting friends from different middle schools. Prior to Homestead, Woldt went to Steffen Middle School. "My favorite thing about Homestead is I am able to be with all my friends, including friends that went to different middle schools," Woldt said.

Freshman Friday: Bradley Woldt tackles high school

Molly Riebau and Anna Kreynin
October 3, 2014
Students are expected to wear school-appropriate attire, and are upheld the standards set by administration to cover exposed skin.

Homestead covers up

Anna Kreynin, Molly Riebau, and Rachel Novak
September 24, 2014
Community service opportunities available for students

Community service opportunities available for students

Chloe Herzog, Anna Kreynin, Molly Riebau, and Rachel Novak
September 17, 2014
Weekly debate: Minimum wage

Weekly debate: Minimum wage

Anna Kreynin and Molly Riebau
September 16, 2014
Mighty Hawaiianers hula to victory

Mighty Hawaiianers hula to victory

Anna Kreynin, Molly Riebau, Rachel Novak, Chloe Herzog, and Emma Zander
September 9, 2014
Highlanders outsoar Warhawks

Highlanders outsoar Warhawks

Anna Kreynin, Carly Kleiman, Nicole Martin, and Katya Mikhailenko
August 28, 2014
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