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High School Musical (The Musical)

It's almost time for South's annual musical! This year the Blackshirt Players will be putting on High School Musical.

Race and Ethnicity Podcast: Social Issues Students dig Deep into the 2020 Census

South students, Chris Lemus and Ariana Campuzano, dig deep into the Census in a podcast they did for their Social Issues class.

Student Life

The Rose of Treason

The Blackshirt Players will perform The Rose of Treason November 4-7. Here's everything you need to know!

Sports

Fantasy Powderpuff

Powderpuff is an annual Homecoming tradition at Waukesha South, and this year you can participate in the Blackshirt Fantasy Powderpuff Competition!

Student Life

Black History Month

Black History Month is a celebration and acknowledgment of Black excellence and accomplishments, although the fight for racial equality is far from over.

Student Life

The Taming of the Shrew

The South Blackshirt Players will perform William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew from February 25-28. Here's everything you need to know!

Sports

Volleyball Seasons Cut Short Due To COVID-19

COVID-19 has not spared school sports seasons. Let's delve into how it has disturbed volleyball at South.

Editorials

A Study in Humility

“Freedom from pride or arrogance; the quality or state of being humble”: the definition of ‘humility’ according to Merriam-Webster. But what is humility, really?

Sports

Boys XC: Season Recap

This year's season was far from ordinary - thanks to the five characters that have defined 2020, COVID.

Student Life

The 4-Day In-Person Plan

As most of you know, the school district is transitioning to a 4-day in-person schedule starting Monday, October 19. This administration decision has been the source of much controversy since it was announced a week ago.

News

Celebrating LGBTQ History Month

October is the month for recognizing the history of the LGBTQ community and celebrating its members' contributions to society.

Student Life

College Application FAQs with WS Guidance

Applying to colleges can be confusing. Luckily, the Waukesha South Guidance Office has wonderful counselors who are ready to help!

Student Life

Back-to-School COVID-19 Updates

It’s that time of year again: back-to-school season! However, this year is going to be a bit different than the last. Here's what you need to know about South's COVID policies.

Student Life

What South Teacher are You Most Like?

Have you ever wondered which South teacher your personality matched? Whether you are a Barbiaux or a Mertes, a Paul or an Egner, maybe even a Kirsch or a Melk, you can find out in three simple steps. Take our Blackshirt quiz to find your teacher match.

Student Life

South Students Create Clothing Brand to Help Jamaican Orphanage

ICEY is a unique clothing brand that came out of good fortune and within our own school, and it has made over $3600! All of that money is helping an orphanage in Jamaica. Casey McCormick and Ethan Ladd, two juniors here at South, began the ICEY brand for friends and

Student Life

Waukesha South Players Present... Pippin

Waukesha South’s drama department is in full swing as they prepare for this year's musical production of Pippin, by Roger O. Hirson. Tickets are on sale at this website. The show will be in production February 27-29 at 7pm, as well as March 1 at 2pm. Students, families, and

Student Life

Developing Your TikTok Brand

Having your own brand can really help develop your presence on TikTok. Here are some examples and tips for developing your own brand.

Student Life

Tax Day 101

We are moments away from Tax Day, find out what this means for you and how you can file your taxes.

Student Life

What is Senioritis and is There a Cure?

Each year a new batch of students get a hold of this common disease. What does this mean and should you be worried?

Clubs

Join Waukesha South Debate!

Do you want to: Never lose an argument again, make new friends, or learn to talk really fast? Then debate is just for you!

Student Life

The Story Behind The Laramie Project

Drama Club will be putting on a production in November by the name of The Laramie Project. Find out the story behind this production.

Student Life

Marching Band Travels To State Competition

The Blackshirt recounts marching band's amazing road to State. Click on to read more.

Student Life

Mrs. Newcomer Interview

The Blackshirt sits down with newly appointed principal, Mrs. Newcomer, to learn a little bit about her, and find out her plans for Waukesha South.

Student Life

Killer College Applications

It's senior season. And it's also college application season. We show you how to deal with it.

Student Life

Why the new tardy policy?

A new tardy policy is now in full effect, a big change from the past. Mr. Fisher met with The Blackshirt to provide reasons for the change.