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Smoke Signals Student Media

The student news site of George Rogers Clark High School

Smoke Signals Student Media

The student news site of George Rogers Clark High School

Smoke Signals Student Media

2025-2026 Media Team

Karlee Gray
Editor-in-Chief

Karlee Gray

I had so much fun the first time around, I had to come back as Editor-in-Chief! My name is Karlee Gray, and I still like to believe I am the funniest person out there. Even if that's not true, I am DEFINITELY the worst driver you will find. Despite m...

Levi Ross
Managing Editor

Levi Ross

What Up! I’m Levi and I’m stoked for my second year of Smoke Signals. I have the honor of being this year's Managing/Opinions Editor. I am a leader in the FCA club and a participant of the Boys Soccer team and Football team. I am a worship leader and...

Wade Johnson
Sports Editor

Wade Johnson

What’s up! I am Wade Johnson, proud member of this year's amazing Smoke Signals staff. While it is surreal to think that I am a senior, I can not wait to enjoy every day of it. From writing stories to spending time with my friends, I want to be able t...

Haddon Cecil
Associate Sports Editor

Haddon Cecil

Hello, my name is Haddon Cecil.  I am the Associate Sports Editor for Smoke Signals.  I am a junior and I play baseball and football for GRC.  I decided to join because I was in the Cardinal Cast last year and I really enjoyed writing and recording s...

Camden Raney
Graphics Editor

Camden Raney

Hello everyone, my name is Camden Raney. I am a senior and continuing my Smoke Signals tenure. I stayed in the pathway because last year I learned and grew more than I ever thought I would. I am mostly known for playing soccer all of the time, especia...

Heiraelle Osborne
Features Editor

Heiraelle Osborne

Meep! Meep! I’m Heiraelle and I am so excited to be your Features Editor this year! I love music and, in my totally unbiased opinion, guitar is by far the best instrument. The Beatles are my favorite band, Glee is my favorite show, and The Breakfast Clu...

Audrey Kohler
Arts & Entertainment Editor

Audrey Kohler

Hello! My name is Audrey Kohler and this is my senior year at GRC. I’m proud to be serving as Smoke Signals' Arts and Entertainment Editor this year. I’m probably the biggest Gleek you’ll ever meet and the world’s #1 Beatles hater. I’m also re...

Heidi Castle
Photo & Video Editor

Heidi Castle

Hi! My name is Heidi Castle, and I’ve never been one to sit on the sidelines. From FFA, 4-H, and sheep, to leadership in Beta Club and Student Council, I’ve learned that every experience shapes who I am and where I’m headed. Through these opportunities,...

Landon Parido
Associate Photo Editor

Landon Parido

Hey! My name is Landon Parido and I am this year's Associate Photo Editor. If you see me in the hallway you will probably see me with my AirPods in, listening to every kind of music you could think of. I spend most of my time with my family and watching...

Caitie Harper
Associate Video Editor

Caitie Harper

Hello! My name is Caitie Harper, I'm the Associate Video Editor and I am so excited to be a part of Smoke Signals! My older sister was in Smoke Signals and I always heard amazing things about it, which motivated me to take Journalism my freshman year....

Bailey Howard
Producer

Bailey Howard

Hi! I’m Bailey Howard and I am the Producer of the Cardinal Cast. I am a senior and I am super excited to contribute to student media in my last year of high school. I love working with video but especially editing. I compete in pole vault for track...

DaZyre Hooten
Studio Editor

DaZyre Hooten

What’s up, my party people! I’m DaZyre Hooten, and this is my first and last year in Smoke Signals. I’m the studio editor, which means I review scripts and make sure everything runs smoothly in the studio. Along with that, I’m also the Editor-in-...

Lakelyn Hoffman
Co-Video Sports Editor

Lakelyn Hoffman

Hey, my name is Lakelyn Hoffman, and I am one of the Co-Video Sports Editors. I am so excited to work with our sports this year at GRC. Running is a big passion of mine, and is my favorite sport to compete in. Lizzy McAlpine is my go to artist in the...

Jackson Kincaid
Co-Video Sports Editor

Jackson Kincaid

Hello, my name is Jackson Kincaid. I'm a junior and proud to call myself the Co-Sports Video Editor. I play on the boys golf and tennis teams. I love games and spending time with my family. I can't wait to make both the Cardinal Cast and Smoke Signals...

Lilliann Sands
Co-Video News Editor

Lilliann Sands

Hello, I’m Lilly and I’m a senior! I play volleyball, am a part of the orchestra, and in many clubs including FFA, BETA, NHS, and Pep Club. I love writing, reading and all things music. I even tried writing some lyrics for a bit but I didn’t have m...

Erin Southwood
Co-Video News Editor

Erin Southwood

Hi! I'm Erin Southwood and I'm the Co-Video News editor of the Cardinal Cast. I love getting out into the community and finding stories that need to be told.  I do track & field at GRC and club. I love Fleetwood Mac and The Weeknd. My favorite col...

Saydee Wesley
Field Report Editor

Saydee Wesley

Hi, my name is Saydee Wesley! I'm so excited to be on your 25-26 Smoke Signals staff! I feel like many people know me for being outgoing, I truly love meeting new people and taking time to learn their interests. My overall favorite season has to be fall ...