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The MIHS Islander

The Student News Site of Mercer Island High School

The MIHS Islander

The Student News Site of Mercer Island High School

The MIHS Islander

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The Islander Newspapers’ Response: “How Did We Get Here?”
The Islander Staff November 6, 2025

In response to the recent sexual misconduct allegations against former MIHS teacher Curtis Johnston, the MIHS Islander staff is disheartened...

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Introducing Kate Howell to MIHS
Kirin Lancaster, Design Lead • November 17, 2025

Recently, MIHS introduced a new counselor from Youth and Family Services (YFS). YFS counselors Chris Harnish and Caleb Visser now rotate between...

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The Islander Newspapers’ Response: “How Did We Get Here?”
The Islander Staff November 6, 2025

In response to the recent sexual misconduct allegations against former MIHS teacher Curtis Johnston, the MIHS Islander staff is disheartened...

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Alcohol Fuels MIHS Sports Attendance
Kirin Lancaster, Design Lead • November 2, 2025

If you were to be breathalyzed upon entry to a school game, would you still go? While breathalyzing is not something that the administration...

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Big Brother Bans Your Laptop
Lexi Krawiec and Julia Weisfield October 10, 2025

For the 2025-26 school year, MIHS has banned the use of personal laptops in school, aiming to bridge equity gaps, prevent academic dishonesty...

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Discover the Top Jobs on MI
Jayce Madamba, Website Manager • October 3, 2025

Aljoya Aljoya, a retirement community for the elderly, is a popular place for students to apply to hospitality positions. Various roles at...