Stories Written by Taylor Dunavant

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Knights Rally for Homecoming

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-chief
October 20, 2011
Filed under News & Features

Spotsy High was full of spirit on Friday, Oct. 7, for the 2011 Homecoming pep rally. The bleachers were packed with screaming students ready to cheer on their fall sports, while teachers lined the gym eager to have some fun. The band was loud, seniors were pumped and Principal Rusty Davis was... (more...)

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Spotsy’s Student Section Shows Spirit

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-chief
October 7, 2011
Filed under Opinion & Editorial, Top Stories

There’s nothing like a Friday night football game: the cold air, the hot chocolate, Spotsy hoodies and hats, the cowbells and the posters, and even the Spotsy High Student Section. No, your eyes have not deceived you. Spotsy has its very own student section devoted to keeping the crowd up... (more...)

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Knights fight for long-awaited victory

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-chief
September 12, 2011
Filed under Sports, Top Stories

Friday, September 9, was a memorable night for many fans of the Spotsylvania High School football team. The Knights Varsity Football team won the first victory of the season. The Knights fought against Fluvanna’s finest and came out on top with a score of 26-10. Spotsy made the first strike... (more...)

Editor’s Response to: Should School’s Distribute Condoms?

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-Cheif
March 14, 2011
Filed under Opinion & Editorial

Abstinence is a praised choice that lives in the past. It is time that we all come to grips with the fact that most young adults make the adult choice and don’t wait until they are married. Despite this being a known fact, teachers continue to educate students solely on the practice... (more...)

Senior Spotlight

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2011
Filed under News & Features

Spotsy High is shining the spotlight on Senior Victoria Sorrel for her outstanding athletic achievement. Sorrel recently signed with Galveston College, in Galveston, Texas, and received a full-ride scholarship. Her talent and hard work with softball landed her free tuition, free room and board,... (more...)

He said she said: top five gifts for your significant other

Billy Milem
January 19, 2011
Filed under Opinion & Editorial, Uncategorized

He Said: 1.    Black Ops: You really want to get to our hearts? Well games are the way to do it, VIDEO GAMES! 2.    A Watch: Now I’m not talkin’ Rolex, just a something nice, preferably with a calendar to remember special dates. 3.    Cologne: Everyone likes smelling good, and... (more...)

Spotsy’s Night in Neon

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2010
Filed under News & Features

Spotsy’s Neon Knights Homecoming dance had a great turnout with plenty of people dressed to impress and ready to party. With hair styled just right and all the guys lookin’ fly, it was bound to be an exciting night. The cafeteria was decked out in glow sticks, balloons and decorations galore.                ... (more...)

From the Netherlands to Spotsylvania: Student Adjusts to New Life

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-Chief
October 8, 2010
Filed under Knight Life, News & Features

Netherlands Student Will Study At SHS For A Year                 At the start of the 2010-2011 school year, Spotsylvania High School welcomed a new exchange student, Jeroen Renirie, who is visiting from a city called Dordrecht in the Netherlands. Renirie will be attending classes,... (more...)

For the Freshman: Homcoming

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-Chief
October 8, 2010
Filed under News & Features

To the Freshman,                                 I’m sure Homecoming is the big topic for all the new Knights, so there are some things you’re going to want to know regarding the dance.                 First, ladies, make sure you’re dresses... (more...)

The Neon Obsession: Spotsy’s Homecoming!

Taylor Dunavant, Editor-in-Chief
October 8, 2010
Filed under News & Features

Ladies, pick out those dresses and paint those nails because Spotsy High’s Homecoming is right around the corner. The Neon Knight will be taking place right here in Spotsy’s gym on October 23rd. With neon lights and John Blaze as the DJ, it’s gonna’ be a blast! Tickets are $10 dollars.... (more...)

School Store Earns Gold!

Taylor Dunavant
March 25, 2010
Filed under Knight Life

Spotsy High’s school store earned some much deserved recognition for all their hard work throughout the year when they were awarded gold medal certification by the National DECA at beginning of March. In the state of Virginia, there are 200 DECA programs like our school store; out of those... (more...)