What is Juneteenth?
The history and meaning behind this commonly forgotten holiday.
Elizabeth Caine is a senior and Print Chief Writer for “The Express.” This is her second year on staff. At Northwest, she is a part of the marching band and several other clubs and activities. Outside of school, Elizabeth loves playing the flute, reading and hanging out with friends and family. She also enjoys listening to music and watching Netflix. After high school, she plans on attending college somewhere close. This year Elizabeth hopes to improve her writing while also helping other writers on staff refine their skills.
Sophie Dellett is a designer in her third year on staff of “The Express”. She spends her time outside of newspaper working as a nanny and a proud Hallmark Cards employee. If you’re ever looking for Sophie, no need to fret- she can always be found in a coffee shop! Her passions include reading, shopping, calligraphy, The Bachelor and of course, caffeine. Sophie’s favorite thing in the world is music, particularly Elton John, whom she has named her car after. Sophie plans to attend KU after this year and major in Communications.