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The Student News Site of Dallastown Area High School

The Beacon

The Student News Site of Dallastown Area High School

The Beacon

The Class of 2028 cheers on their classmates at the Class Wars pep rally. Freshman took the win and the spirit stick, surprising the upperclassmen.

Rallying For a Cause

On Feb. 21, Dallastown Area High School students gathered in the gym to cheer for their respective classes at the pep rally.  The "Class Wars" theme tied into Mini-THON's outer space theme and highlighted...

Dallastown Video Production Club after they accepted their Broadcast Excellence award in Tampa. The group holds a photo of former Dallastown VPC adviser Mr. Joe Klinedinst who passed last July unexpectedly. (Mr. Richards)

Dallastown Video Production Club Gets Silver in the South

On March 2, Dallastown's Video Production Club (VPC) won silver in the Broadcast Excellence during the STN 2025 Convention in Tampa, Florida. This was the second year in a row that they won this award.  VPC...

Cast members, Chelsea Cottrell, Teagan Gentry and Elliot Baldwin (Left to Right) pose for photos. These are media promotion to help people get excited for the upcoming show. (Hilary Trout)

Dallastown Steps “Into The Woods”

Emma Kuhn, Chesley Ellis, Lily Medich, and Saniyah Grant March 14, 2025

Dallastown will stage "Into the Woods" from March 27-30 as its annual spring musical.  This musical is based on multiple Brothers Grimm fairy tales, featuring well-known characters such as Little Red...

Dallastown students danced along to the line dance performed by the Morale Committee during hour 5 of the event.

Blasting Cancer Out of This World

During Dallastown’s 11th annual Mini-THON, 487  students stood for 12 hours from 7 pm to 7 am to blast pediatric cancer out of this world.  On the night of Feb. 28, students ran and coordinated all...

Dallastown Girls' basketball gestures 'number one' after winning the PIAA District III 6A Girls Basketball Championship at the Giant Center in Hershey.

From Contenders to Champions

When the Dallastown girls' basketball team stepped on the court at Hershey, they had no idea they’d be making history, and the legacy they’d leave behind.  On Thursday, Feb. 27, at 8 p.m., the...

Working together as a group, these freshmen are running different lab tests. They then simulated the spread of disease.

Innovating Education

Ella Zorbaugh November 13, 2024

Freshmen wake up and go to school with the same routine every day. But this day was a little different. Oct. 24-25, Dallastown High School introduced a new STEM Summit to the students in 9th grade in...

The Trick or Dog Treats which were sold for $2 each were a success, and the dogs loved them too. (Photo Submitted by Toni Kline)

Fall Fundraising

Morgan Good, Reporter November 12, 2024

Fall not only brings colorful leaves and cooler weather, but this year, it also helped bring in the money for clubs and organizations at Dallastown. Whether it was Boo-Grams, bake sales, or Trick or...

Debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on a TV screen.

2024 Election: New Voter Edition

Larissa Swisher, Reporter October 24, 2024

I come from a family who stays very informed on politics and has conversations about candidates, platforms and campaign promises. Coming from a family who discusses current events and elections, knowing...

After Yondr pouches were made, 76% of public schools in the U.S. started prohibiting cell phone use in 2021.

Cell Phone Trouble

Landon Carl, Reporter September 30, 2024

Before school started this year,  a big topic people were talking about was phones. On July 3, 2024, the state of PA passed legislation that allowed schools to apply for grants to buy magnetic pouches...

Members of the high school staff show off their college gear on Why Apply Day on Sept. 20. (Photo submitted)

#WhyApply Day Kicks off the Application Season

Bryce Keller, Co-Editor-In-Chief September 22, 2024

For many, the fall season garners favorites such as an autumnal chill, festive decorating, and wooly knit sweaters. However, for many eager-eyed seniors looking to attend college, fall is the optimal time...

Student council banner for homecoming

Homecoming Happenings

Natalie Buschman, Reporter September 20, 2024

Dallastown’s most anticipated week is here!  Homecoming is something everyone is talking about, so here are some homecoming updates students may want to know and look forward to.  Student Council...

The Beacon Senior Issue 2024

The Beacon Senior Issue 2024

Congratulations, Dallastown Class of 2024! This Senior Issue was created by senior Beacon editors and members of the Journalism II: Digital Media class. Information and votes were compiled from a survey...

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