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The Optimist
The student news site of Bloomington High School South

The Optimist
The student news site of Bloomington High School South

The Optimist
Addison Green and Aubrey Kraft encouraging the Bloomington community to donate

Junior Aubrey Kraft and Senior Addison Green hold up signs for Habitat for Humanity Bake Sale

Evelyn Ford, Photographer
November 11, 2024
Bloomington North's Addy Myers attempts to spike the ball past South's Charlie Monroe (4) and Quinn Reynolds (20), with Olivia Roberts positioned in the backcourt, during their sectional match on Saturday, Oct. 19. The Panthers lost in straight sets.

Bloomington North’s Addy Myers attempts to spike the ball past South’s Charlie Monroe (4) and Quinn Reynolds (20), with Olivia Roberts positioned in the backcourt, during their sectional match on Saturday, Oct. 19. The Panthers lost in straight sets.

Cricket Shelton, Video Editor | Staff Writer | Photographer
October 20, 2024
Members of the Bloomington South boys' soccer team celebrate an emotional victory on Thursday after defeating the nations top-ranked Center Grove 2-0, securing their spot in the regional tournament.

Members of the Bloomington South boys’ soccer team celebrate an emotional victory on Thursday after defeating the nations top-ranked Center Grove 2-0, securing their spot in the regional tournament.

Cricket Shelton, Video Editor | Staff Writer | Photographer
October 20, 2024

Senior Abby Arthur works on her ceramic project

Melanie Southern, Photographer
October 16, 2024
Dominic Swartz gets his blood drawn at Bloomington South’s Red Cross blood drive

Dominic Swartz gets his blood drawn at Bloomington South’s Red Cross blood drive

Melanie Southern, Staff Writer
October 16, 2024
South student teacher Mae Wolcott (far left) leaves for Mexico

South student teacher Mae Wolcott (far left) leaves for Mexico

Siena Johnson, Staff Writer
October 14, 2024
Senior Lake Butiste embraces sophomore Ella Alley at the conclusion of South volleyball's Senior Night celebration on Oct. 10, 2024.

Senior Lake Butiste embraces sophomore Ella Alley at the conclusion of South volleyball’s Senior Night celebration on Oct. 10, 2024.

Cricket Shelton, Video Editor | Staff Writer | Photographer
October 13, 2024
South sophomore wide receiver Connor Parker extends to make a touchdown catch during the Panthers' game against Columbus north on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024.

South sophomore wide receiver Connor Parker extends to make a touchdown catch during the Panthers’ game against Columbus north on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024.

Cricket Shelton, Video Editor | Staff Writer | Photographer
October 5, 2024
Monroe County Humane Association therapy dog Grace visits South students attending the Brightening Lives Club meeting during SRT on Sept. 30, 2024.

Monroe County Humane Association therapy dog Grace visits South students attending the Brightening Lives Club meeting during SRT on Sept. 30, 2024.

Cricket Shelton, Video Editor | Staff Writer | Photographer
September 30, 2024
Seniors Zoe Gray (left) and Bryce Taylor (right) celebrate being crowned Homecoming Queen and King at halftime of the Panther football game, ahead of the dance on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024.

Seniors Zoe Gray (left) and Bryce Taylor (right) celebrate being crowned Homecoming Queen and King at halftime of the Panther football game, ahead of the dance on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024.

Cricket Shelton, Video Editor | Staff Writer | Photographer
September 24, 2024

World history students build yurt diorama

Siena Johnson, Staff Writer
September 9, 2024
Social Studies teacher and offensive line coach AJ Abplanalp motivates his players on the sideline during South's game against Terre Haute North on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.

Social Studies teacher and offensive line coach AJ Abplanalp motivates his players on the sideline during South’s game against Terre Haute North on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.

Cricket Shelton, Video Editor | Staff Writer | Photographer
September 7, 2024
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