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The MIHS Islander

The Student News Site of Mercer Island High School

The MIHS Islander

The Student News Site of Mercer Island High School

The MIHS Islander

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Student Survey Highlights Academic Pressure and Mental Health Balance
Ilan Dondisch, Editorial board writer • June 12, 2026

A recent student-led mental health survey at MIHS found that many students prioritize academics over their well-being and often avoid existing...

Responding to Incidents of Hate-Bias by Montgomery County Public Schools
Opinions
A ‘Too Touchy Topic’
Lyra Nakatsu, Staff Writer • June 12, 2026

Everyone believes that MIHS should be a safe space and that everyone is valued as a person, but some microaggressions continue to affect groups...

Posts on both TikTok and Instagram suggesting binge drinking.
Opinions
Social Media Promotes Binge Drinking
Kirin Lancaster, Design Lead • May 15, 2026

Social media makes binge drinking look normal, fun and even desirable. “Blacking out” has become the goal. People are drinking to get drunk....

Students Clash Over Anthem Etiquette
Opinions
Students Clash Over Anthem Etiquette
Kirin Lancaster and Richard "Trey" Law February 14, 2026

Lancaster's Side To sing or not to sing? That is the question. At the beginning of nearly every MIHS assembly, the school’s choir performs...

Photo courtesy by student's family.
Opinions
The Islander Newspapers’ Response: “How Did We Get Here?”
The Islander Staff November 6, 2025

In response to the recent sexual misconduct allegations against former MIHS teacher Curtis Johnston, the MIHS Islander staff is disheartened...