Student Section

Answer Key – Sudoku and Crossword for Vol. 112.8

Iris Heckes, Staff Writer

June 5, 2026

Questions:

ACROSS

The seniors who received awards for pathways (article found in features section)
Classic April Fools’ Day activity planned by the uppermost classmen
Square-shaped hat to wear on end-of-year ceremony
Certificate of completion of high school

DOWN

One accessory that pairs with question 7
Next steps for many students looking to continue studying in Santa Barbara
A senior-organized event that involves non-attendance
The first month of summer
Ropes draped around seniors’ necks at graduation
End-of-school-year football
Final dance of high school

Answers:

ACROSS

TopDons
SeniorPrank
Cap
Diploma

DOWN

Gown
CityCollege
Ditchday
June
Cords
Powderpuff
Prom

SUDOKU:

Games

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About the Contributor

Iris Heckes, Staff Writer

Iris Heckes is a sophomore at Santa Barbara High School. This is her first year as a staff writer for The Forge and is a soon-to-be editor. You can find Iris playing tennis, working at the farmers’ market, and lifeguarding. Her goal for this year is to write about different topics that allow her to learn new things!