Tonka’s take

Elizabeth Hopkins, Multimedia editor

March 15, 2018

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Students were given orange slips of paper at the end of the walkout on which they were asked to write down their ideas for ending gun violence or their reasons for attending the walkout. Many of these were then taped to the brick pillars just inside the student entrance to the school....

The voices

March 15, 2018

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https://t.co/mXvqW4OVaZ — Tonka News (@Tonka_News) March 14, 2018 The following is a submitted transcript of junior Joe Bell's speech, read partly before and partly after the march: For all of you that don’t know you me, my name is Joe Bell and I am a student as all of you are. Know who y...

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 17

February 2, 2018

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This week on Tonka Talks, take a look into the state-bound girls' swim team and their upcoming conference, plus learn about the Chinese New Year....

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 16

January 26, 2018

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On this episode of Tonka Talks, learn about the implications of declaring a snow day, gain some insight in the girls' weightlifting program and get to know economics teacher John Morris....

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 15

January 19, 2018

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lg6Trh9IrW4 On this episode of Tonka Talks, share your opinion about possible new school start times, watch the story of the local lift driver, and recap the Mizzou band concert. Watch to find out more.

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 14

January 12, 2018

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On the first Tonka Talks episode of second semester, take a look into the new tardy policy, learn everything you need to know about the Jan. 12 Winter Dance and get excited for Pack-the-House. Watch the learn more....

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 13

December 20, 2017

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In this episode of Tonka Talks, students and staff set New Year's resolutions, the FACS department hosts a competition for the best holiday inspired dress and faculty see if they can finish holiday music lyrics....

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 12

December 8, 2017

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In this episode of Tonka Talks, staff are pied in the face, Gold Medallion students present their capstone research projects, and the Robotics Club gears up for competition season. Watch to find out more....

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 11

December 1, 2017

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Today on Tonka Talks, Tonka Champion's are recognized for their dedication to students, learn about a bunch of losers, and get the facts about Net Neutrality. Watch to find out more....

Tonka Talks: season 5, episode 10

November 27, 2017

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In this episode of Tonka Talks, get involved with Spanish Club, get an inside preview of the fall musical Aida and learn about AVID [Advancement via Individual Determination] from our very own showcase. Watch to find out more....

Tonka Talks: Season 5, Episode 9

November 10, 2017

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In this episode of Tonka Talks, learn about theatre's upcoming trip to Scotland and what it means for the department. Plus, get a first look at the wrestling team. Watch to find out more....

Tonka Talks: Season 5, Episode 8

November 3, 2017

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In this episode of Tonka Talks, learn about what it takes to be a member of the Odyssey Yearbook Staff and get an exclusive first look at our upcoming podcast series....