• AP exams 5/9: morning- US history
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  • Act II auditions 5/5
  • AP testing setup 4/29-5/5
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The Hubble Telescope floats in low-Earth orbit.
The Hubble Telescope celebrates its 35th year in space
April 29, 2025
The United States Department of Education was established during Jimmy Carter's presidency, but is being weakened under the Trump administration.
The dismantling of the Department of Education
April 28, 2025
Rhett Winchester and CC Nichols won the titles of Mr. and Miss All-Sport.
2025 Spring Sports assembly
April 23, 2025
The announced Swine Week total was $357,547.
The swine-al assembly of 2025
March 14, 2025
The total lunar eclipse of March 13, glowing red from the light coming from the sunsets and sunrises of Earth.
The blood moon of March 13
March 14, 2025
Bryan Chavez stands guard, prepared to block Edmond North from scoring.
Edmond Memorial vs. Edmond North varsity soccer
May 2, 2025
Lydia Viets races against a Husky player for the ball.
Edmond Memorial vs. Edmond North varsity girls soccer
May 2, 2025
Eli Jacobson observes the opposing team, Oklahoma Christian School, before the game begins.
Junior varsity boys soccer
March 5, 2025
The varsity basketball girls showed their skills and fought hard against Yukon.
Varsity Lady Dogs vs. Yukon Basketball
February 12, 2025
This Memorial swimmer's focus is apparent as he competes while doing the butterfly stroke.
Jan. 30 swim meet
February 3, 2025
Towards the end of the performance, the teachers showed their final pose.
EMHS students triumph over the teachers
March 12, 2025
The overall dog show winner, Truman, poses with his prize.
A pawsitively adorable show
January 17, 2025
Students hanging out with friends during Scary Movie Night.
Scary Movie Night is terrifyingly underrated
November 5, 2024
Homecoming dress-up days built up school spirit
Homecoming dress-up days built up school spirit
October 8, 2024
Behind the scenes with the stars of the new musical
Behind the scenes with the stars of the new musical
October 2, 2024
While the detectives, Mindy Piper and Abe Lemons, were persistent, the interrogations did not go as planned.
Spring One-Act play 2025
May 6, 2025
The valiant valedictorians of the class of 2025
The valiant valedictorians of the class of 2025
April 30, 2025
The tennis team celebrated their seniors on April 21.
Tennis Senior Night 2025
April 24, 2025
toki pona: The world’s smallest language
toki pona: The world’s smallest language
February 11, 2025
Lisa Scott was one of the nominees for the EPS Belonging Award.
Lisa Scott: Giving a sign of Belonging
February 5, 2025
Lisa Scott was one of the nominees for the EPS Belonging Award.
Lisa Scott: Giving a sign of Belonging
February 5, 2025
Carrie Higdon: The joy behind Memorial
Carrie Higdon: The joy behind Memorial
February 3, 2025
Assistant pom coach, Johanna Belt, poses with her daughter at an EMHS football game.
Johanna Belt: Solving more than just math problems
January 29, 2025
Courtney Tsotigh dressed in her native clothing, posing for a picture.
Teaching and inspiring community
December 18, 2024
Senior Amy Renwick is leaving her mark on EMHS.
Amy Renwick rolls out excellence
December 12, 2024
Looking out on Lake Hefner from one of the many trails.
The best local lakes/ponds for family activities
April 22, 2025
Cafe Wren offers a comforting and welcoming environment to its customers.
All about Cafe Wren
March 10, 2025
"Dog Man" adapted Dav Pilkey's comics into film.
“Dog Man” bites off more than it can chew
March 6, 2025
Edmond Public Schools' updated bell schedule has added on 10 minutes to each school day.
10 more minutes in Edmond Public Schools
March 5, 2025
Since the introduction of screens in schools, students spend numerous hours on computers.
The technicalities of tech
January 24, 2025
Although there were some drawbacks, the 2025 junior-senior prom was picturesque.
A picturesque prom “Under the Sea”
May 1, 2025
"A Minecraft Movie" did not live up to expectations.
“A Minecraft Movie” missed the mark
April 15, 2025
EMHS students swag surfed at the end of the assembly.
Techno shined bright
March 13, 2025
Trey Kennedy came Tuesday night to raise funds for Swine Week.
Trey Kennedy brought the comedy
March 12, 2025
Taranis started off the night with a passionate performance.
Swine Stock rocked n’ rolled for the kids
March 11, 2025
While the detectives, Mindy Piper and Abe Lemons, were persistent, the interrogations did not go as planned.
Spring One-Act play 2025
May 6, 2025
Bryan Chavez stands guard, prepared to block Edmond North from scoring.
Edmond Memorial vs. Edmond North varsity soccer
May 2, 2025
Lydia Viets races against a Husky player for the ball.
Edmond Memorial vs. Edmond North varsity girls soccer
May 2, 2025
Although there were some drawbacks, the 2025 junior-senior prom was picturesque.
A picturesque prom “Under the Sea”
May 1, 2025
Memorial's A team, Cameron Stuckless, Karson Pillow, Zach Lewis and Harry Ormiston, ran 7:41.04 in the 4x800m relay, beating the state record.
Track Senior Night 2025
May 1, 2025
The total lunar eclipse of March 13, glowing red from the light coming from the sunsets and sunrises of Earth.
The blood moon of March 13
March 14, 2025
My journey as a game developer
My journey as a game developer
March 6, 2025
2025 is sure to transition into new trends--hopefully moving away from the worst of 2024's fashion statements.
New year, same trends?
January 21, 2025
Revealing the beauty of space through astrophotography
Revealing the beauty of space through astrophotography
October 30, 2024
Podcasting has grown tremendously in popularity over the last ten years, and it does not look like the art of listening and making podcasts will stop anytime soon.
Learning the art of podcasting
May 2, 2023
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Assistant pom coach, Johanna Belt, poses with her daughter at an EMHS football game.

[Photo] Johanna Belt: Solving more than just math problems

Grian Foley, Co-Managing Editor
January 29, 2025
Student Council members Paige Medley, Scout Killackey and Sophia Scott announce the 2025 Swine Week theme.

[Photo] 2024 Fall Sports assembly

Esther Wood, Editor-in-Chief
November 19, 2024
The Lady Bulldogs support their school by showing the "Bulldog."

[Photo] The softball team’s home run of the season

Anna Vitiello, Staff Writer
November 7, 2024
Memorial's varsity cheer team shows Edmond pride in Stroud at OSSAA Cheerleading State Regionals.

[Photo] Varsity cheer flies high at state competition

Emma Lynch, Co-Managing Editor
October 7, 2024
There was a sea of white and maroon on Friday as students demonstrated their Bulldog pride.

Howdy Week 2024 (Gallery)

Taylor Brakenhoff, Cooper Bortmess, and Addison McCarty
August 30, 2024
Freshmen were welcomed with open arms onto the EMHS campus.

[Photo] Hear it from the experienced: Tips for freshmen

Esther Wood, Editor-in-Chief
August 30, 2024
Junior Harper Hiett attended Thursday's Color Wars.

Howdy Week is a way to introduce students to Memorial's school spirit and passion for fun.

Howdy week is a great introduction to Memorial's school spirit and passion for fun.

Howdy week is a great introduction to Memorial's school spirit and passion for fun.

EMHS students perform intricate dances in blacklight for the student body to watch.

The EMHS Lady Bulldogs competed at state last friday for a chance to play in the state championship.

The Swine Week carnival brought smiles to kids faces with a fun-filled day of games.

[Photo] Swine spectacular: A kids’ carnival dream

Jordan Graham, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2024
EMHS Pom brings home the gold for the third year in a row.

Pom State (Gallery)

Cooper Bortmess, Photographer
December 10, 2023
All of the students hard work goes into performances at contests and football games.

[Photo] The Bulldog band dove “Into the Depths”

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
November 16, 2023
The Edmond Memorial softball team fought hard throughout the season and came in second place at state this year.

Best of softball ’23 (Gallery)

Cooper Bortmess and Jacie Scott
October 18, 2023
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[Photo] Football Hype 2023 Season (Video)

Bulldog Media
October 15, 2023
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[Photo] Softball Hype 2023 Season (Video)

Bulldog Media
October 15, 2023
Best of the Dog Pound '23-'24 (Gallery)

Best of the Dog Pound ’23-’24 (Gallery)

Cooper Bortmess, Photographer
November 9, 2023
The EMHS volleyball team represents the school with a second place finish at state.

[Photo] Volleyball takes the ball to state

November 1, 2023
Coach Murray wins OSSAA's Volleyball Coach of the Year!

[Photo] Murray is making her mark

Macey Thaxton, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2023
The number one student section in the state brings constant energy to the games.

[Photo] Friday football festivities

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
October 16, 2023
Students came together to cheer the Bulldogs to victory

[Photo] Homecoming was a hit

Jordan Moore and Macey Thaxton
October 13, 2023
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