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The eclipse at totality. Totality lasted about four minutes in Harrisburg Illinois, causing the sky to darken and crickets to chirp.
Eclipse brings people from across the world to Harrisburg
Seniors Francesca Messerschmidt, Kimberly Riley and junior Dex Randolph work on their pieces of a collaborative project. Students in Drawing and Painting created two collaborative art works in total. The artworks created were interpretations of Van Goghs Sunflowers and Irises.
Art students to exhibit works at art show
Seniors Regen Arnett, Bryleigh Lewis and sophomore Gracie Harrelson work on their piece for the annual chalk art contest Oct. 27. Senior Khoal Goodson was also a part of their group. The group won a Teachers Choice Runner up award and was the only team from Harrisburg to win an award.
Eclipse-inspired art to shine at ‘Chalkalypse’ competition
Senior Allison Moyer sells Cowboy Prom ticket to Mary Beth Winkelman by the office.
Cowboy Prom returns
Students were provided with information about being prepared prior to the test.
Super Test Tuesday expected to surge SAT scores
Cover for the newest single by Franko Teston which is set to release April 5. Testons music is available on Spotify and Apple Music.
HHS alumni to drop new single
Guidance counselor Tonja Hester helps upcoming seniors with registration for next year.
New classes to be offered next year
HHS students Bailey Cook (Senior) and Zech Underwood (Junior) chat beside the vending machines outside of the cafeteria.
Soda machines continue to cause frustration
Media center specialists Jess Martin and Heather Cox dress up for Christmas spirit week Dec. 11. The theme was Baby, It’s Cold Outside, or dress in Christmas pajamas.
Spirit weeks help build community
Former principal Scott Dewar poses for a photo with a cake for him. HHS staff held a goodbye party for him Nov 21.
Dewar joins West Side staff leaving a notable legacy
ACES team receives awards at the SIC regional competition.
ACES team ends season with sectionals at SIU
Aaron Gulley enjoys a relaxing afternoon while fishing. Gulley learned to fish when he was four years old, and has taken up the hobby more recently in the past year.
Is passing time a thing of the past?
Security Officer Scott Isaacs takes a selfie while sitting in his car in his uniform.
Isaacs to retire from security position
Senior Bryleigh Lewis and Sydney DeVous measure flour in Eliza Arnold Advanced Food Science class.
Ultra processed foods pose health risks
Teachers incorporate Black History Month lessons in February curriculum
Teachers incorporate Black History Month lessons in February curriculum
Senior Braden Burtis pitches the ball.
Baseball ‘aims for the fences’
Senior Mckenzie Boyd practices bunting with Emily Scott in preparation for their upcoming game.
Softball working to maintain winning record
Coaches and skaters wrap up a pep talk with their hands in for a pre-game chant.
Alumni skate into new experiences
The HHS baseball team posed with coach Jay Thompson before their game.
Baseball season opens with win 894
Girls soccer practices for upcoming season March 4.
Girls soccer team prepares for new season
Band and theater director Hannah Drake receives award at varsity football game.
Drake wins top theater award
New superintendent ready to bring change to district
New superintendent ready to bring change to district
Executive board members met at the Sept. 20 meeting. They discussed upcoming events, and voted on things within the district.
Superintendent resigns leaving district wondering what’s next
Junior Eliza Markum plays the flute during the Popcorn Days parade.
Band wins first place at Popcorn Days
Sophomore Tony Keene stands on the fourth place podium.
Keene places fourth in state

The Purple Clarion

The Purple Clarion
Leah Haugen

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer

Leah Haugen is a senior at Harrisburg High School. This is her first year as a staff member of the Purple Clarion. She participates in Art Club, History Club, and Key Club. 

Leah has an interest in psychology and the medical field. In her free time, she watches medical documentaries and regularly researches psychological concepts. After graduation, she plans to attend SIU to obtain a degree in psychiatry.

“Student journalism allows others to be up to date on news in their local community and the world around them through the help of their school’s newspaper team.”

All content by Leah Haugen
Senior Wilson DeNeal adds color to his teams artwork. DeNeal worked with seniors Leah Haugen, Justin Haney and junior Veronica Randolph.

[Photo] Eclipse-inspired art to shine at ‘Chalkalypse’ competition

Kylan Jerrell, Staff Writer
April 4, 2024
Students were provided with information about being prepared prior to the test.

Super Test Tuesday expected to surge SAT scores

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
March 26, 2024
The HHS baseball team posed with coach Jay Thompson before their game.

Baseball season opens with win 894

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
March 15, 2024
Heavy cloud formation on the morning of Senior Sunrise Aug. 12, 2023. Despite this, the clouds passed and did not affect the sunrise.

Students get opportunity to discover mysteries of weather

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Info graphic poster displayed at the BELA building shows the goals of Harrisburg Unit 3.

Early dismissal for early planning

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
January 26, 2024
The Southeastern Illinois College scholarship packet is provided for students to prepare for college.

Seniors prepare for post-high school plans

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
December 11, 2023
Infographic by Emily Wallace.

Art Club holds fundraiser for Thanksgiving

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
November 20, 2023
National Honor Society requirements limit students

National Honor Society requirements limit students

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
November 10, 2023
PE teacher Josh Allen patiently waits during his blood donation.

Students, staff participate in Red Cross blood drive

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
October 26, 2023

Students get safe during Traffic Safety Days

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
Dress clothing rack found at Walmart.

Dress code fails students’ needs

Leah Haugen, Staff Writer
September 25, 2023
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