The Iliad

The Student News Site of Poway High School
The Student News Site of Poway High School

The Iliad
The Student News Site of Poway High School

The Iliad
News
“I’d tell myself to take advantage of as many opportunities as possible.” — Henry Kraft
Advice to our freshman year selves
Rylee, Surmi • May 21, 2026

Continue Reading
Arno Chrispeels, who taught AP Biology, biology, sheltered biology, and physical science for 31 years at Poway High School. He wants to buy a sailboat and sail around the world. “I’ll be sailing across the country to Florida and explore the east coast, and then next winter head down to the Caribbean,” Chrispeels said. His favorite part about teaching at Poway is the different types of kids there are.
Teachers give final advice to graduating seniors
Rylee, Surmi • May 21, 2026
Seniors Natalie Vejtasta, Chanel Xaudaro, and Scarlett Simon pose together for a group photo.
Students hit the prom jackpot
Olivia Dunnick, Editor-in-Chief • May 21, 2026
History teacher Curtis Lewis is retiring after 26 at Poway High, where he taught AP US History, civics, AP Human Geography, and AP Government. He plans to move to a more affordable area where he can experience all four seasons and a different pace of life. “There’ve been a lot of great teachers and friends and students, and I still keep in contact with students that I had over 20 years ago,” Lewis said.
Graduating with us: Retiring Teachers tell their story
Haley Williams, Staff Writer • May 21, 2026
Sports
Senior Kezi Thibodau starts her last home varsity floor routine as her teammates hold up signs cheering her on.
Varsity Gymnastics gives it their all on senior night
The Girls' competed against Torrey Pines High School, Canyon Crest Academy, San Diego High School, and Mission Bay High School on May 17.
Rylee Surmi, Staff Writer • June 4, 2026

Continue Reading
Brian Mark
After 12 years, Gonzo steps down to return to the classroom
June 4, 2026
New coach under the Friday night lights
May 21, 2026
“You can build relationships like no other by playing football. It gives you a chance to let out some anger and be able to hit people without getting in trouble for it.” -Senior Luke Jorgenson Football
TH: Why should students join a sport?
May 21, 2026
Feature
“I’d tell myself to take advantage of as many opportunities as possible.” — Henry Kraft
Advice to our freshman year selves
Rylee, Surmi • May 21, 2026

Arno Chrispeels, who taught AP Biology, biology, sheltered biology, and physical science for 31 years at Poway High School. He wants to buy a sailboat and sail around the world. “I’ll be sailing across the country to Florida and explore the east coast, and then next winter head down to the Caribbean,” Chrispeels said. His favorite part about teaching at Poway is the different types of kids there are.
Teachers give final advice to graduating seniors
May 21, 2026
History teacher Curtis Lewis is retiring after 26 at Poway High, where he taught AP US History, civics, AP Human Geography, and AP Government. He plans to move to a more affordable area where he can experience all four seasons and a different pace of life. “There’ve been a lot of great teachers and friends and students, and I still keep in contact with students that I had over 20 years ago,” Lewis said.
Graduating with us: Retiring Teachers tell their story
May 21, 2026
Seniors Olivia Dunnick and Kylie Yenor pose together, repping their college on their t-shirts.
Decision day: Students don their school drip
May 21, 2026
Editorial
Class creativity without art credit
Class creativity without art credit
Sadie Midlam, Editorial Editor • May 27, 2026

While filling out my CRF form at the end of my junior year, I realized that my Journalism class was not meeting the fine arts requirements to graduate. I was forced to take Digital...

Continue Reading
Staff editorial: Proposed cell phone policy reasonable
May 27, 2026
Education beyond the borders
Education beyond the borders
Ginger Kondzela, Editor-in-Cheif • May 27, 2026
Advertise the other options
Olivia Dunnick, Editor-in-Chief • April 23, 2026
October 31, 2025 Issue Out Now
Poll

What is your favorite fall scent?

Loading...

Sorry, there was an error loading this poll.

In-Depth
“I’m going to play baseball, hang out with my friends, and go to the beach a lot.” — Sophomore Tyler Roy
Talking Heads: What are Poway’s plans for the summer?
Should I submit the three?
Fun in the sun: making the most of your time off
Poway High Weather


  • 4 AM
    64 °
  • 5 AM
    64 °
  • 6 AM
    65 °
  • 7 AM
    69 °
  • 8 AM
    73 °
  • 9 AM
    76 °
  • 10 AM
    79 °
  • 11 AM
    82 °
  • 12 PM
    84 °
  • 1 PM
    85 °
  • 2 PM
    85 °
  • 3 PM
    85 °
  • 4 PM
    84 °
  • 5 PM
    82 °
  • 6 PM
    80 °
  • 7 PM
    76 °
  • 8 PM
    73 °
  • 9 PM
    71 °
  • 10 PM
    70 °
  • 11 PM
    69 °
  • 12 AM
    69 °
  • 1 AM
    68 °
  • 2 AM
    67 °
  • 3 AM
    67 °
  • 4 AM
    66 °
August 9
86°/ 63°
Sunny
August 10
90°/ 66°
Sunny
August 11
88°/ 69°
Sunny
Pop Culture
Got Yearbook?

May 18, 2021

Do not miss your opportunity to own history. Yearbooks are still available for purchase through the Finance Office and online.

Continue Reading
Join the Newspaper or Yearbook
Join the Newspaper or Yearbook

March 12, 2020

If you would like to be a part of a fun project-based class that offers creative opportunities for writers, photographers, graphic designers, and artists, join the newspaper (Journalism 2) or yearbook class!  Add the course to your CRF, and fill in this short survey.  Questions? Talk to Adviser TeriAnne Libby in D-16.

Continue Reading
View All
Advertisement
Decorative Background
Menu
Activate Search
Home
The Student News Site of Poway High School