Soleil Mckoy
Staff Reporter
This year, the student store is back and better than ever. Located right next to the cafeteria, the student store is easily accessible and conveniently open during nutrition, lunch, as well as before and after school. Students in need of a quick snack, or those craving a favorite treat, can find themselves choosing from a variety of different chips, nuts, pop tarts, cookies, icecreams, waters, Gatorade, smoothies – the list just goes on!
This year, the student store has introduced Apple Pay, Google Pay, and regular credit and debit as payment methods. Students with no cash are now able to purchase their snacks hassle-free.
Ms. Knight, the staff member behind the shack, says, “All the money that we make gets put into the ASB fund. We are the number one money maker for the school.”
Supporting the student store is supporting Millikan High. During break times, head over and buy a snack- or two.
isabella a schoen • Nov 4, 2021 at 1:53 pm
In Issue 1/2021 (published October 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an article titled “Let Them Eat Snacks,” The article mentions the perks of the student store located in Millikan High School and where the money earned goes. The article also mentions what foods are served at the student store and when the student store is open for business. Prior to reading the article, I did not know where the funds from the student store went. I am wondering why the school didn’t advertise that. I feel our school student store would get way more business if this was advertised. I also feel the Millikan High School student store would get more business if the foods available were put up. I never knew the school’s student store had smoothies, pop tarts, ice creams, and other snacks mentioned. I’m questioning why our funds are going to just ASB. Why aren’t we supporting any sports teams or clubs with the money our school’s business makes? I am also wondering why the store is not open during class. In class I sometimes need a bottle of water or a snack to get me through the rest of the class period. Thank you for your time.
megan robertson • Nov 3, 2021 at 9:12 am
In Issue 1/2021 (published October 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an article titled ¨Let Them Eat Snacks¨ the article mentions that the student store is back and better than ever now accepting apple pay, google pay, etc. I think that is a great addition to the student store knowing that not everyone has cash all the time and especially having gone through a pandemic our school staff is putting in all the effort they can to make our school even more efficient for students. It is also super easy and accessible to all students and staff and is open almost the entire day, nutrition, lunch, before and even after school. At the student store there’s all sorts of different foods and drinks. Maybe to make it more fun for the students they could possibly have a bid to change or see what snacks they like best or maybe have something special every week and they can put it in the announcements. I also think it’s great that all money that they make from the student store goes to ASB to help fundraise all different things just for students! I didn’t even know it went to ASB and that it was the biggest money maker of the school! Thank you Millikan Staff and Students for making the student store as important and accessible as possible.
Mareli • Nov 3, 2021 at 8:25 am
In Issue 1/2021 (published 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an Article titled, “Let Them Eat Snacks” This article not only mentions where the student store is located but also how the student store works and benefits the school and students. Before this article I was unaware of the many different snack options. I think the student store is a great way to provide accessible and inexpensive snacks for students. There have been so many days where I missed breakfast and sure enough I was able to purchase a snack. I also had no idea that the funds went into ASB. Personally, as an ASB student I really love that. The student store is not available during class and I’m guessing that is so students don’t fall behind. What if you had a pass, could you purchase a snack then? I wonder if the student store will ever have a survey of snacks kids can choose from adding to the menu? How long afterschool is it open for? How do you work at the student store? Do you have to be in a certain grade? All I know is I’m grateful the school offers something like this at such a convenience.
Zachary Upson • Nov 2, 2021 at 2:02 pm
In issue number 1 (published on October 20, 2021), author Soleil Mckoy discusses Millikan’s student store in her article “Let Them Eat Snacks.” The article talks about Millikan’s student store and how it is now better than ever. I like how the article says that the money goes to our ASB so that we know where it’s going. I also enjoy knowing what is available for purchase at the student store and when the store is open. Since the student store makes the most amount of money at the school, I would like to know how much money you make on average every week. Also, how much more does the student store make compared to other means of funding? One thing that I think should be added to this article is the amount of money that each item available at the student store costs. Otherwise, this article provides helpful information on the store that has not been readily available before.
Julissa Flores • Nov 2, 2021 at 8:43 am
In issue 1/2021 (published October 20, 2021). Soleil Mckoy wrote an article titled “Let Them Eat Snacks”. The article mentions the Student Store and how it provides many options for snacks and the variety of ways to pay. I appreciate the many choices the Student Store offers for snacks with reasonable prices because I find myself getting something from there very often. I’m thankful for the different types of payment methods it has to offer since I personally don’t like carrying around cash so it just makes it easier and faster keeping the line moving and the fact that there is apple and google pay comes even more in handy since I don’t even have to get my card out. I never knew that all the money made in profit gets put into the ASB fund meaning regardless, the students are benefiting from it. I’m glad I know where the money is going now because I had been questioning it. I do wish that there were maybe a list by the line so I can see all the options there is to offer so I can have my mind made up already.I do have a few questions. Will the Student Store ever be open during class time? Are students able to use P-Ebt cards that were issued by the state? Will more snacks from the Student Store be put into the vending machines?
Cassian • Nov 2, 2021 at 8:38 am
In issue 20/2021 (published October 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an article entitled “Let Them Eat Snacks” The article touches upon our student store here at Millikan High and what we offer for options and when. Before this article I had already known about the student store and where it is located. Yet they mention the newer snacks and when they’re open.Since my freshman year of attending Millikan, from my understanding they were open during class time, I don’t quite understand “why” the staff decided out of nowhere to close it without an announcement or warning. Then the reason the staff did close it is because possibly students were skipping class and just getting snacks when they should be in their classrooms. I suppose I have a better understanding of why they close it down during class hours. Although I’m glad the student store has a larger variety of snacks this year. Another deed the writer mentions is that all the money made from the snack buying goes into the ASB funds. I for one am thrilled to hear that the money is going to something eventful and that most of the students are a part of it. With the money that is being given to ASB our school can afford more fun activities for our school.
Rhyann Diaz • Nov 2, 2021 at 8:37 am
In Issue 1/2021 (published October 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an article entitled, “Let Them Eat Snacks” The article mentions how the Student Store at Millikan High School has been extremely beneficial towards ASB. Students and staff are encouraged to support Millikan High by buying the various snacks provided. Along with snacks, there are also a variety of drinks to choose from as well. The snacks and drinks sold at the student store are also made affordable for students. For clarification, are all the snacks and drinks available all year round? Hot chocolate is sold only through fall and winter so, are there any other items that are also only seasonal? Throughout the school, there are vending machines for students to get a quick snack during passing period since the student store is only open through nutrition, lunch, and after school. Does the money from the vending machines also go towards Millikan’s ASB? The student store is the “number one money maker for the school” according to the staff member that runs the student store. The money given by the students goes right back to the school benefiting all the students. In return, the students get a snack of their choice. It’s a win for everyone at Millikan.
Alicia Escobar • Nov 2, 2021 at 8:36 am
In issue 2/2021 (published November 2,2021), Soleil McKoy wrote an article titled, “Let Them Eat Snacks.” The article explains how greatly and easily accessible the student store is. Soleil McKoy states, “the student store is easily accessible and conveniently open during nutrition, lunch, as well as before and after school.” I personally love how there are not only two opportunities to purchase a snack from the student store but four opportunities to buy a snack of one’s choosing. However, one thing I do feel is necessary to change, is that the student store shuts down immediately after the nutrition break or lunch break ends. I’ve been stuck in those extremely long lines before and I feel that those who have patiently waited in those lines should be able to buy the snack they hoped to get before returning to class. It does only take a few minutes for a snack to be picked then purchased by a student. Anyhow, another extremely awesome benefit about the schools student store, is how apple pay, google pay, and other credit or debit cards are now available. Soleil McKoy explains, “Students with no cash are now able to purchase their snacks hassle-free.” I do appreciate the new and improved student store. It is absolutely great how cards are now available because it allows more students to be able to purchase snacks which means the ASB program is able to buy even bigger and better items and activities that will better allow for Millikan’s students to unite together and support each other. I do have a question about the snacks that the student store is selling. How about a wider variety of snacks? I feel that the student store population can grow even wider if more snacks were sold. Certain snacks like healthier options or energy drinks should be also sold. Students go to the student store everyday looking for a certain snack to satisfy their stomachs but it does get boring when there is only a small amount to choose from. Overall, I do feel that the student store is a great benefit to our school and I will forever support it!
Alyssa • Nov 1, 2021 at 12:25 pm
In Issue 1/2021 (published October 20, 2021), Soleli Mckoy wrote an article titled “Let them Eat Snacks” I felt like it was a good article informing students about the student store and where its profits go to. There should be more articles that inform students about various resources they have around the school. Like potentially have some articles about the lesser known clubs around the school, or even about job opportunities around the school. Maybe there can also be some articles about some acts of kindness. Back to the original article I would like to know more about how the snack shack is run and what it takes to maintain the snack shack? How much money does the snack shack generate for ASB? Is there other ways that the school makes money for ASB or is the student store the main source of money for them? Also how can students work at the student store? Is it only for ASB students or can anyone work there? But anyways thank you for covering information on the student store.
Mareli Sanchez • Nov 1, 2021 at 12:19 pm
In Issue 1/2021 (published 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an Article titled, “Let Them Eat Snacks” This article not only mentions where the student store is located but also how the student store works and benefits the school and students. Before this article I was unaware of the many different snack options. I think the student store is a great way to provide accessible and inexpensive snacks for students. There have been so many days where I missed breakfast and sure enough I was able to purchase a snack. I also had no idea that the funds went into ASB. Personally, as an ASB student I really love that. The student store is not available during class and I’m guessing that is so students don’t fall behind. What if you had a pass, could you purchase a snack then? I wonder if the student store will ever have a survey of snacks kids can choose from adding to the menu? How long after school is it open for? How do you work at the student store? Do you have to be in a certain grade? All I know is I’m grateful the school offers something like this at such a convenience.
Pablo Hermosillo • Nov 1, 2021 at 10:11 am
In Issue 1/2021 (published October 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an article titled “Let Them Eat Snacks” The article mentions that the student store is finally open again, as it was closed last year due to the pandemic. They also mention that they sell plenty of great snacks and beverages like “chips, nuts, smoothies, cookies, gatorade, etc.” Prior to the article I never knew the student store here at Millikan selled smoothies. This is very cool, especially during hot weather, as smoothies are very refreshing and delicious. I was also unaware that they now accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, and regular credit and debit cards. Sometimes, I crave cookies or gatorade, but I forget to bring cash with me, so thanks to the article I now know that I can purchase these things with my credit card or with Apple Pay. Prior to the article I was aware that the money that they receive through the student store goes to ASB, which is amazing because ASB is a huge part of Millikan, so you know that the money is going to a good cause as they will use it for good things. The next time I am craving a snack I will make sure to go directly to the Millikan Student Store.
Lucy Bruechert • Nov 1, 2021 at 8:27 am
Dear Corydon Editor,
In Issue 1/2021 (published October 21, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an article titled, “Let Them Eat Snacks.” The article explains how important the student store is to Millikan’s ASB, that program that creates exciting activities for the student body. The article lists many of the new snacks that they are selling this year, including but not limited to, chips, sodas, ice cream, pop tarts, and smoothies. Mckoy also mentions that this year, the student store has added Google and Apple Pay as choices of payment options. I think this is very smart and helpful to students who don’t carry cash with them but have a debit card or an online wallet. As someone who has Apple Pay on my phone, I have headed over multiple times this year, to purchase something yummy in between classes. My only suggestion is, is it possible to add a small amount of healthier snacks to the student store selection? I know that cleaner ingredient foods tend to be more expensive, but studies show that eating healthy will lead to a brighter mind which will benefit students at Millikan. ASB could add dried fruit, peanut butter and apple containers, and dried nuts. Overall, I think that the student store this year is doing phenomenally, but I would love to see what happens when they try adding some more nutrients into their selection.
Addison Lindstrom • Nov 1, 2021 at 8:25 am
In Issue 1/2021 (published October 20, 2021), Soleil Mckoy wrote an article titled “Let Them Eat Snacks”. This article discusses the Millikan High School student store and the snacks they provide for hungry students. I myself am a constant customer at the student store and I am very grateful that this article has given it the praise it needs. In the article, the author did a great job of explaining the exact location of the store and when it is open to students. This is very important because it provides students with the information they need to find and use this amenity. She also lists a few of the food options they sell at the store, which is a great tactic because it makes the readers start craving these foods, making them more likely to go purchase these snacks at the student store. The article also explains that the student store accepts not only credit card and debit card, but also apple pay and google pay. This is really cool because some students don’t have physical money and now they too can purchase food. I actually didn’t know they accepted apple pay and now that I know I will definitely be visiting more often. The last thing that the article provides is an explanation of where the collected money goes. This money all goes into the ASB fund that is then used to support our school. As a member of ASB, I understand the importance of the student store and how much it provides for our school. Thank you so much for bringing it the love it deserves in this article.
Cat • Oct 22, 2021 at 6:25 pm
You guys had smoothies?? WHAT?!! I gotta try one!
Camden McKee • Oct 22, 2021 at 12:36 pm
It’s good to see resources like this being available to students!
meghan • Oct 22, 2021 at 11:46 am
The student store is great !
Miguel Epifar De La Rosa • Oct 22, 2021 at 11:46 am
I think it is amazing on what they are doing with the money.
Vivienne • Oct 22, 2021 at 11:46 am
I didn’t know they accepted Apple Pay
Nathan • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:55 am
I didn’t know that the student store sells so many different items or that all the money goes right back into the school’s funds.
Connor Delgado • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:50 am
I didn’t know they sold smoothies at the student store.
Jenyssa Lopez • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:50 am
I did not know you guys sold smoothies! Can´t wait to try one!
Noa Morales • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:48 am
I did not know the student store sold smoothies! its good to know now 🙂
colin • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:48 am
i never knew they had smoothies
Carson Potts • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:53 am
I didn’t know that they sold smoothies before, next time I’m there I’ll be sure to try one.
Darren Amaya • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:45 am
Hello My name is Darren Amaya(he/him) I am a freshman at Millikan and in SEGA, I am still getting use to the school it is good to know and what I am buying and were it is going.
Scout Knight-Pheng • Oct 22, 2021 at 9:44 am
I’m glad that the student store is doing great, allowing us to fund ASB for their awesome works.