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A tarantula raises its front two legs outside of the T-wing. According to Live Science, tarantulas do this when they feel threatened, usually to scare off predators by making themselves appear larger.
Tarantulas return to the Bay Area for mating season
September 22, 2021
The freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors stand together in the gym during the 2014 Homecoming Rally. Though the rally began organized, chaos ensued near the end due to the confusion about the final results. Photo by Aditya Pimplaskar
Declining enrollment impacts teachers
September 22, 2021
The Book of Unknown Americans replaces To Kill a Mockingbird in the freshman Survey of Composition and Literature courses.
‘The Book of Unknown Americans’ replaces ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ from English curriculum
September 22, 2021
Audience applause and take a stand against the mandatory mask mandate.
Mask-optional supporters rally in North Park
September 21, 2021
ASL teacher Barbara Chaves signs with fellow teacher Grace Wilken-Yoder, who was the original ASL teacher at Hagerty. Chaves and Wilken-Yoder worked together when Chaves started teaching ASL in 1996.
Silence is golden
September 20, 2021
The American and Californian flag fly over the San José Fire Department Station 21 on Sept. 19. Out of the 415 emergency service workers who died on Sept 11., 343 were firefighters according to the New York City Fire Department.
Remembering 9/11, 20 years later
September 21, 2021
Some may ponder the ethics behind selling pictures of your feet or getting into a sugar baby relationship.
Social media leads to sexual exploitation of teens
September 21, 2021
Pleasant Valley students and teachers are committed to increasing the awareness of global issues in young people.
Addressing topics that transcend borders
September 20, 2021
Before COVID, student tutors and refugee tutees met in person during the summer.
Upper School students tutor refugee children, host Summer Express on Zoom
September 20, 2021
Hispanic Heritage month serves as a month-long celebration of Hispanic culture, heritage, and contributions. For Spanish teacher Patricia Flores, this month is also a time to celebrate her Hispanic culture outside of the classroom by sharing her heritage with her family and children.  “I spent a ton of my life in Mexico, since I immigrated to America for college, so I definitely celebrate this month, Flores said. Usually, I celebrate by preparing a special meal to share with family and friends.
Redhawks ring in Hispanic Heritage Month
September 20, 2021
GO FOR THE GOLD: Herd Wrestling is expanding this year with a girls team. Not limited to high school, participants range from K-12, in hopes of growing the sport at all levels.
Golden girls: CHS offers girls’ wrestling opportunities
September 22, 2021
Running with a ball clutched in his arm, Kason Fuller, a member of the nonprofit organization Cheyanna’s Champions 4 Children (CC4C), participates in the varsity football teams after school practice. Fuller, who was diagnosed with PANDAS when he was five, is an outdoor enthusiast with a newfound interest for football. Me and my dad usually practice football outside,” Fuller said. “We usually catch the ball, but sometimes we act out players.
Never Give Up
September 21, 2021
Natick High School junior Jake Blatnica received USA Todays Special Olympics Athlete of the Year Award. I think [the best part] was just getting to see that if you work really hard other people will recognize it too, Jakes mother Becky Blatnica said.
Natick athlete bounces back to sports with a USA Today Special Olympics award
September 20, 2021
Sophomore Sam Johnson and his sister, senior Natalie Johnson, stand in front of Sams Legend race car. Sam Johnson is the second youngest driver in his age group (ages 14 to 50.)
Passion for racing fuels siblings’ bond
September 17, 2021
Coppell High School alumna and Olympian Chiaka Ogbogu arrives at the start of the parade surrounded by her family. Ogbogu is the first Olympian from Coppell and won gold alongside the U.S. Olympic womens volleyball team.
Bringing home gold
September 17, 2021
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Emily Elbert is playing with Harry Styles and Jenny Lewis on Love On Tour. Elbert was a junior at Coppell High School when she released her first album, Bright Side, in 2006.
Elbert shooting for music stardom
September 21, 2021
The album cover for Kanye Wests Donda consists of a simple black square. Photo courtesy of Def Jam Recordings
Manic artistry is celebrated in ‘Donda’
September 15, 2021
Sandra Oh, known for Greys Anatomy and Killing Eve, stars in Netflixs The Chair as Ji-Yoon Kim, the brand new chair of fictional Pembroke Universitys English department. As she navigates being the first woman to hold the role, she must also deal with controversies within the department.
Sandra Oh’s “The Chair” Pushes All The Right Buttons
September 15, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo at the Ultimate Disney Fan Event in August 2019 after filming Disneys Bizaardvark and High School Musical the Musical: The Series. The event, which takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center, provides fans with access to Disney films, television, games, theme parks, and celebrities.
Olivia Rodrigo’s failed merch debut
September 14, 2021
This is the blackout cover art for Kanye West’s much anticipated 10th Studio Album, Donda.
REVIEW: Flawed but Inspired, “Donda” is a Triumphant Return to Form for Kanye West
September 14, 2021
It’s easy to diminish the validity of “cancelation” and label any and all criticism as a product of mob mentality, but referring to all criticism as canceling equates harmful views or actions with genuine mistakes.
Cancel culture isn’t real — just look at Matt Damon
September 21, 2021
Kenny Robbins was homeless, but after help from the community he found a home. Not all of our homeless residents are as fortunate.
Opinion: Helping the homeless find employment should be a priority
September 21, 2021
A photo taken outside the 2021 Met Gala, were a group of BLM protesters staged a peaceful demonstration.
Outside the 2021 Met Gala: The Black Lives Matter protest that is being swiftly overlooked
September 20, 2021
Cast members of the Upper School musical in 2019, Singing in the Rain.
Credit Inequality: Why Latin’s Artists Should Receive Recognition
September 20, 2021
Giving wealthier students the comfort to apply early blocks other equally qualified students from the opportunities higher education provides.
Colleges and universities: eliminate early decision
September 20, 2021
Jake Waggoner poses for a photo after having his hair styled into a mohawk. For Jake, a large part of his identity is expressed through his physical appearance, whether that be clothing, accessories, or hair styles.
Supporting trans teens: video reporting from national summer workshop
September 21, 2021
Carlmont’s highest population ever instills concern in students
Carlmont’s highest population ever instills concern in students
September 20, 2021
The logo created for the HSETV OTR series.
S3 EP1- HSETV On The Road: Farm Life
September 20, 2021
Over their two pandemic albums, Baxter Low, the self-proclaimed “musician/occultist/aspiring artist,” has seen their sound improve and evolve into what they call “cosmic folk pop.”
A songwriter first, Baxter Low views their lyrics as a dialogue with the subconscious mind
September 20, 2021
Editing a graphic design for her podcast, junior Kalyani Rao learns how to draw on the computer. As the featured image for LGBT Women In History, Rao decided she wanted to have a hand drawn image to inspire artistic feelings in her listeners. I just think its fun and down to earth to create an image that I feel like fits my podcast without photos, Rao said. I enjoyed learning how to do digital artwork and create the image myself.
Podcast: LGBT Women Through History: Episode 1
September 20, 2021
Jake Waggoner poses for a photo after having his hair styled into a mohawk. For Jake, a large part of his identity is expressed through his physical appearance, whether that be clothing, accessories, or hair styles.
Supporting trans teens: video reporting from national summer workshop
September 21, 2021
Carlmont’s highest population ever instills concern in students
Carlmont’s highest population ever instills concern in students
September 20, 2021
The logo created for the HSETV OTR series.
S3 EP1- HSETV On The Road: Farm Life
September 20, 2021
Near return to normalcy
September 17, 2021
As she speaks with testing coordinator Irish Mahan, Assistant Principal Dr. Kari Roan waits at the auditorium door to greet students as they walk in. Roan stands in the hallways every morning, welcoming students and staff as they enter the building. I think we’re trying to do a really intentional job at students, and as teachers and support staff like us, in the things that we do to make sure that we do help us connect and grow with our kids, Roan said. I hope that (this year) we learn the value of connection.
Roan talks on overcoming past hardships, ‘encouraging’ students to take risks
September 16, 2021
The Dallastown Unified Track team has a team huddle after their victory over Susquehannock at Senior Night on April 28. Dallastown currently has two unified teams: bocce in the winter and track in the spring.
Unified Track: Photo Story
May 12, 2021
After over a year of distance-learning, Maywood Center for Enriched Studies offers students the opportunity to participate in hybrid-learning. For the first week back on campus, students and staff adapted to a new schedule, routine, and safety protocols. Photo by Melissa Ponce
Photojournalism: A look inside school’s first week of reopening
May 10, 2021
STICKING WITH TRADITION: The McCallum Blue Brigade sticks the final pose during Last Dance to conclude their first Spring Show of 2021 on Friday April 16. “My favorite dance is ‘Last Dance’ because its such a classic!” junior member Natalie Dean said. I think it’s so fun, happy and a great way to end spring show every year,” The routine is full of memories for members past and present as it has been performed at the end of every spring show since 1991. Speaking of traditions, Dean helped to keep another spring show tradition alive when she made a slide show that included photos from the season as well as a tribute to seniors that included current and baby pictures of each graduating dancer.  Reporting by Grace Nugent.
Blue Brigade ends tough year with triumphant show
May 3, 2021
A seller stands with his cart on Crisanto street. He has lived on the street for 25 years.
Crisanto Street: A NML Photo Essay
April 28, 2021
A small, life-size figure of Roberto Clemente outside of the Clemente Museum
A Pittsburgh Wall Crawl
April 13, 2021
Over their two pandemic albums, Baxter Low, the self-proclaimed “musician/occultist/aspiring artist,” has seen their sound improve and evolve into what they call “cosmic folk pop.”
A songwriter first, Baxter Low views their lyrics as a dialogue with the subconscious mind
September 20, 2021
Editing a graphic design for her podcast, junior Kalyani Rao learns how to draw on the computer. As the featured image for LGBT Women In History, Rao decided she wanted to have a hand drawn image to inspire artistic feelings in her listeners. I just think its fun and down to earth to create an image that I feel like fits my podcast without photos, Rao said. I enjoyed learning how to do digital artwork and create the image myself.
Podcast: LGBT Women Through History: Episode 1
September 20, 2021
In the newsroom, seniors Christi Norris, Amanda Hare and Caleb Audia record the Historys Forgotten podcast. They recorded Episode 1 of Season 2 of the podcast to start off the new year. This show features Charles Wittlesy who fought in World War I.
Podcast: History’s Forgotten – Season 2 – Episode 1 – Charles Whittlesey
September 15, 2021
Digital illustration by Edan Zinn 23.
Podcast: Mahlet Woldemariam ’95 on Vaccine Development
June 3, 2021
Out and About is a limited series of conversations between Cassandra Mellor and students who are members of the Dominion LGTBQ+ community.
OUT and about: Episode 2
June 1, 2021
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
June 1, 2020
Elise Hadidi, a Woodside sophomore, sews a N95 mask cover at home.
Wildcats Find Ways to Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic
June 1, 2020
Despite the difficulties of teaching online, teachers now have more time to spend with their family.
Teaching from home: a new reality for teachers
June 1, 2020
Vegan or vegetarian substitutes have grown in popularity in recent years. The recent increase in price of meat has also made many turn to these substitutes.
Strain on meat supply chain, rising prices effects dietary choices
May 29, 2020
Schools across the globe resorted to online learning in wake of the coronavirus pandemic, relying heavily on learning devices such as computers and tablets to connect with students.
Learning curves
May 29, 2020
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
Carlmont reels from the effects of COVID-19
June 1, 2020
Elise Hadidi, a Woodside sophomore, sews a N95 mask cover at home.
Wildcats Find Ways to Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic
June 1, 2020
Despite the difficulties of teaching online, teachers now have more time to spend with their family.
Teaching from home: a new reality for teachers
June 1, 2020
Vegan or vegetarian substitutes have grown in popularity in recent years. The recent increase in price of meat has also made many turn to these substitutes.
Strain on meat supply chain, rising prices effects dietary choices
May 29, 2020
Schools across the globe resorted to online learning in wake of the coronavirus pandemic, relying heavily on learning devices such as computers and tablets to connect with students.
Learning curves
May 29, 2020
A piece of cloth is used to wipe down the car from the soapy exterior.
Milligan’s Mitten Mobile provides quality detailing
March 24, 2020
EYES UP: Junior Blake Guerra glances at his growing collection of shoes he plans to sell. Guerra’s reselling business focuses on selling what is commonly bought or trending in the market.
Shoe reselling kicks up a major profit
March 24, 2020
Bryan Zhang, the senior founder of the Northwest-renowned brand, Unemploid.
Meet the Senior Behind Local Brand Unemploid
March 11, 2020
Spotlight: Talenthood --- A Scarsdale Based Business Created By SHS Junior Cooper Cohen
Spotlight: Talenthood — A Scarsdale Based Business Created By SHS Junior Cooper Cohen
March 5, 2020
Ullahs sticker inspiration drew heavily from the stationery and bullet journal communities.
G.I.S.C’s Homemade Sticker Growth
March 2, 2020
Protestors cross De Anza Boulevard and wave signs at cars that call for the House to pass two articles of impeachment tomorrow.
Demonstrators call for impeachment on street corners around Bay Area on the eve of historic impeachment vote
February 20, 2020
Representative Adam Schiff reads articles of impeachment before the Senate on Jan. 16, 2020.
Students Weigh-in on Trump’s Impeachment
February 12, 2020
President Donald Trump was acquitted February 5 from both charges. Article one was denied 52-48 and article two 51-49. Senator Mitt Romney was the only senator to cross party lines. 
Impeachment explained
February 12, 2020
House impeaches Trump; Senate acquits him
House impeaches Trump; Senate acquits him
February 11, 2020
President Trumps impeachment trial in the Senate began on Jan. 22, 2020.
Trump becomes the third president impeached in US history
February 10, 2020
FHSD’s suit has not been responded to by JUUL, however the company is legally required to respond to all suits.
Francis Howell School District files a lawsuit against JUUL
December 12, 2019
The cardiovascular system is painted on the wall outside the biology classrooms. The nicotine in vape and e-cigarette products have been proven to negatively impact the lungs, contributing to the concern the vaping epidemic will affect the health of youth for years to come. “There is an epidemic in our school of under-aged nicotine consumption… I think that this year that they did a really great job by bringing in Breathe NH… it was much more effective: there was a lot of data, statistics, infographics and [comparisons] especially to cigarettes, said Mary Martin 20, student council president.
HB joins the fight against vaping
December 11, 2019
As of Nov. 5, 2019, 39 people have died due to vape-related illnesses.
DGS still buzzed by Juul epidemic
December 9, 2019
MCPS recently sued Juul Labs and Altria Group. MCPS alleges that they violated federal racketeering laws and the Maryland and Montgomery County Consumer Protection Acts.
Montgomery County sues Juul in latest effort to end vaping epidemic
December 2, 2019
The different contents within a Juul and a Vape pen.
New research uncovers health risks of vaping
November 20, 2019
Brie Larson portrays the true hero of the movie, Carol Danvers. She starts the story as part of the Kree Starforce but later takes the opposing side of the skrulls.
Captain Marvel Analysis: Are Skrulls Taking Your Jobs?
April 30, 2019
Many universities are involved with the college admissions scandal in which students were enrolled under false circumstances.
CHS Students React to College Admissions Scandal
April 2, 2019
Pictured above is the University of Southern California. Influential Youtuber and social media presence Olivia Jade Giannulli was admitted to USC after her family placed bribes with the crew team to illegitimately list Giannulli as a recruited athlete.
Opinion: The college admissions scandal is unfair, but not unexpected
April 2, 2019
From hours of studying to money spent on study materials, testing bootcamps and retakes, students and their families often spend considerable amounts of time and money preparing for the ACT and SAT tests.
Student, teacher perspectives on the college admissions scandal
April 2, 2019
The college admissions scandal sheds light not only on the corruption and greed behind those who cheat their way into top-tier institutions but also on the flawed thinking that a prestigious college or university guarantees a lifetime of success and happiness.
Column: College admission scandal steals opportunities, reveals superficiality of higher education
March 27, 2019
ADVOCATE: Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti canvassed for Katie Hill, who won the 25th district House against Republican Steve Knight.
Working to tip an election, one front door at a time
December 17, 2018
Students recently contributed to a poll based on what their thoughts are on politics and taking a class based on current events.
After the vote: what now?
December 13, 2018
Courtney Neron distributes her lawn signs with a supporter, John Vandenberg of Sherwood, who helped fund lawn signs.
Watch Courtney run!
December 12, 2018
This graphic shows the percentage of voters at the school and in the town of Holbrook who voted in favor of ballot question 3 on transgender rights
Holbrook Students Voice Their Opinions in Mock Midterm Election
November 29, 2018
Turn out for this years midterm elections was exceptionally high, with 47% of eligible Americans casting a ballot.
So, the Election’s Over… What Now?
November 29, 2018
Student photo from the fires
Students evacuate throughout southern California due to wildfires
January 11, 2019
Students gather around the menorah, which stills stands after the campsite burned in Malibu during the Woolsey Fire
Woolsey Fire destroys Gindling Hilltop Camp
December 28, 2018
The Ehret family works to rebuild their home after the Thomas Fire
Fire survivor shares experience
December 21, 2018
A Butte Humane Society veterinarian treating a feline patient who was burned in the Camp Fire in California
Helping Pets Hurt in the Camp Fire
December 21, 2018
Members of the city of Thousand Oaks mourn the death of 12 residents with flowers and candles
Community grieves double tragedy
December 21, 2018
President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence and senior military leaders, signs the National Defense Authorization Act for 2018 on Dec. 12, 2017. Due to the Government Shutdown many United States agencies were without funding for 35 days.
Shutdowns in space: What Mars rovers and NASA scientists have in common
February 21, 2019
The Mather family, shown above, is one of many affected by the government shutdown.
Longest-ever government shutdown affects local citizens
February 12, 2019
A sign reads Free food for Coast Guard on a menu board during the 2019 government shutdown.
Low Country businesses and organizations step in to provide for furloughed workers
February 8, 2019
The Capitol at sunset after the Senate rejected competing Democratic and Republican proposals for ending the partial government shutdown, which is the longest in the nations history, in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Longest Government Shutdown in U.S History
February 8, 2019
As the partial government shutdown drags on, southern Illinoisans begin to worry about the potential hardships which they might soon be facing.
No Budget, More Problems
February 7, 2019
Canyon High graduate experiences ‘small town’ spirit in post-Harvey Houston
Canyon High graduate experiences ‘small town’ spirit in post-Harvey Houston
October 1, 2017
GBHS grad reports live from Hurricane Harvey
GBHS grad reports live from Hurricane Harvey
October 1, 2017
Surviving the Storm
Surviving the Storm
October 1, 2017
Hurricane safety: what you need to know to prepare
Hurricane safety: what you need to know to prepare
October 1, 2017
Harvey hits Houston
Harvey hits Houston
October 1, 2017
Column: Politics Invading the NFL
Column: Politics Invading the NFL
October 30, 2017
Kaepernick was the Catalyst
Kaepernick was the Catalyst
October 30, 2017
Standing up -- or sitting or kneeling -- for what’s right
Standing up — or sitting or kneeling — for what’s right
October 30, 2017
Students Kneel and Display Flag During National Anthem
Students Kneel and Display Flag During National Anthem
October 30, 2017
Column: Land of the brave can’t behave
Column: Land of the brave can’t behave
October 30, 2017
Carnegie Hall awaits junior violinist
Carnegie Hall awaits junior violinist
December 20, 2017
Podcast: Politics with Parker
Podcast: Politics with Parker
December 8, 2017
Block scheduling fosters in-depth learning
Block scheduling fosters in-depth learning
December 6, 2017
Jesuit novice makes impact on choir
Jesuit novice makes impact on choir
December 5, 2017
Zombies in the classroom
Zombies in the classroom
December 5, 2017
Administration cites school policy in punishing protesters
Administration cites school policy in punishing protesters
April 19, 2018
Student journalists from Parkland high school tell CSPA how they covered shooting that killed 17
Student journalists from Parkland high school tell CSPA how they covered shooting that killed 17
April 19, 2018
When students speak up
When students speak up
April 18, 2018
Senior Sophie Herrmann advocates for Students Demand Action program
Senior Sophie Herrmann advocates for Students Demand Action program
April 18, 2018
Commentary: Why I walked out of our “walkout”
Commentary: Why I walked out of our “walkout”
April 13, 2018
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

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The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
Sgt. Nicole Gee pictured on her Instagram cradling a baby in Kabul, Afghanistan on Aug. 20.
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Remembering fallen soldier Sgt. Nicole Gee
By Valentina Moreno, Oakmont High School • September 16, 2021

On Thursday, Aug. 26 at 6:30 a.m., Oakmont High School alum USMC Sgt. Nicole Gee, 23, was killed in a suicide bombing at Hamid Karzai airport along with 12 other U.S. troops and 60 Afghan civilians. ...

The 2021 Met Gala will take place on Monday, September 13. The theme is In America: A Lexicon of Fashion in honor of the Costume Institutes 75th anniversary. The theme is a celebration of both modern American fashion and American fashion through the decades.
Fake Met Gala Seating Sparks Bigger Conversation about Influencers
By Naisha Roy and Saahithya Gutta • September 15, 2021
Senior Cici Bailey hangs upside down while practicing her aerial arts. Bailey performs competitive aerial arts, and her performances often require specialized costumes. There’s times where I love my costume and then there’s times where I despise my costume, Bailey said. Sometimes they’re ill fitting because the sizes aren’t made for all body types, obviously, unless you get a custom fit which can be really expensive.
More Than a Uniform: Athletic Gear Raises Female Sexualization Debate
By Marin Ellington, Marquette High School • September 15, 2021
Girls playing each other prior to the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the Promoting to Queens program. This is representative of the efforts being made to make girls and women feel more included in the male-dominated chess community.
The lopsided-gender imbalance in chess: What players are doing to make chess more inclusive
By Liora Ginzburg, Archer School for Girls • June 1, 2021
Male sports coaches can oftentimes be seen as father figures or life coaches to their athletes. The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Sally Parampottil explores the roles and unique coaching philosophies of male sports coaches compared to female sports coaches.
“Better man, better husband, better father”
By Sally Parampottil, Coppell High School • May 26, 2021
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A pencil sits on a book while a student works
Homework and hourly averages: How OPHS does after-school assignments
By Bailey Andera, Charlotte Nicks, Sophia Lippel, and Amanda Dermott
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Machismo is ingrained in Hispanic culture, and it leads to the suppression of women in Hispanic countries.
Machismo: Toxic Masculinity Within Hispanic Culture
By Emara Sáez, Academy of the Holy Names
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The symbol of the Punisher often used for Blue Lives Matter.
Police Have Missed the Point of The Punisher
By Amaya Brooks, Boulder High School
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Courtney Reed dressed to the nines ready for my first holy communion.
Mother’s Day without a mother
By Becca Reed, Greater Latrobe Senior High School
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Quinn Felton, a young bicyclist, reflects on his passion for cycling and goals for the future.
Quinn Felton takes a road less traveled
By Kiana George , Carlmont High School
News
A tarantula raises its front two legs outside of the T-wing. According to Live Science, tarantulas do this when they feel threatened, usually to scare off predators by making themselves appear larger.
Tarantulas return to the Bay Area for mating season
By Robin Linares, Carlmont High School • September 22, 2021
The freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors stand together in the gym during the 2014 Homecoming Rally. Though the rally began organized, chaos ensued near the end due to the confusion about the final results. Photo by Aditya Pimplaskar
Declining enrollment impacts teachers
By Krish Dev and Gavin Hung • September 22, 2021
The Book of Unknown Americans replaces To Kill a Mockingbird in the freshman Survey of Composition and Literature courses.
‘The Book of Unknown Americans’ replaces ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ from English curriculum
By Allan Feldman, Los Altos High School • September 22, 2021
Features
The American and Californian flag fly over the San José Fire Department Station 21 on Sept. 19. Out of the 415 emergency service workers who died on Sept 11., 343 were firefighters according to the New York City Fire Department.
Remembering 9/11, 20 years later
By Ananya Sriram, Nicole Tian, and Alysa Suleiman • September 21, 2021
Some may ponder the ethics behind selling pictures of your feet or getting into a sugar baby relationship.
Social media leads to sexual exploitation of teens
By Allison Raisner, Carlmont High School • September 21, 2021
Pleasant Valley students and teachers are committed to increasing the awareness of global issues in young people.
Addressing topics that transcend borders
By Shobini Iyer, Pleasant Valley High School - IA • September 20, 2021
College Reporting
Drake graphic created in the style of Certified Lover Boy album cover. (Hustler Multimedia/Emery Little)
“Certified Lover Boy” is nothing we haven’t heard before
By Samuel Hyland, Vanderbilt University • September 20, 2021
Rachelle Burnett volunteers to help those in need. One way she does this is by giving out food.
A Mother, a Buried Child and Love From a Stranger
By Tim Oar, University of Central Missouri • September 20, 2021
NJCU has increased tuition for 16 consecutive years. Chart based on data from the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education and the NJCU website.
NJCU Increases Tuition Again
By Haresh Oudhnarine, New Jersey City University • September 20, 2021
Light Hall at VUMC, as photographed on Oct. 16, 2020. (Hustler Multimedia/Hallie Williams)
‘Critical’ violation and official warning issued to VUMC regarding guinea pig mistreatment
By Rachael Perrotta, Vanderbilt University • September 17, 2021
Arts & Entertainment
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Emily Elbert is playing with Harry Styles and Jenny Lewis on Love On Tour. Elbert was a junior at Coppell High School when she released her first album, Bright Side, in 2006.
Elbert shooting for music stardom
By Trisha Atluri, Coppell High School • September 21, 2021
The album cover for Kanye Wests Donda consists of a simple black square. Photo courtesy of Def Jam Recordings
Manic artistry is celebrated in ‘Donda’
By Aditya Shukla, Monta Vista High School • September 15, 2021
Sandra Oh, known for Greys Anatomy and Killing Eve, stars in Netflixs The Chair as Ji-Yoon Kim, the brand new chair of fictional Pembroke Universitys English department. As she navigates being the first woman to hold the role, she must also deal with controversies within the department.
Sandra Oh's "The Chair" Pushes All The Right Buttons
By Carly Philpott, Cherry Creek High School • September 15, 2021
Opinions
It’s easy to diminish the validity of “cancelation” and label any and all criticism as a product of mob mentality, but referring to all criticism as canceling equates harmful views or actions with genuine mistakes.
Cancel culture isn’t real — just look at Matt Damon
By Natalie Wei, Los Altos High School • September 21, 2021
Kenny Robbins was homeless, but after help from the community he found a home. Not all of our homeless residents are as fortunate.
Opinion: Helping the homeless find employment should be a priority
By Sadie Larios, Colton High School - CA • September 21, 2021
A photo taken outside the 2021 Met Gala, were a group of BLM protesters staged a peaceful demonstration.
Outside the 2021 Met Gala: The Black Lives Matter protest that is being swiftly overlooked
By Jessie Warren, Forest Hills Central High School • September 20, 2021
Video
Supporting trans teens: video reporting from national summer workshop
By Alice Scott, McCallum High School • September 21, 2021
Carlmont’s highest population ever instills concern in students
By Sabrina Lo, Carlmont High School • September 20, 2021
S3 EP1- HSETV On The Road: Farm Life
By Eric Bedrosian, Zachary Vance, William Cantwell, and Gabriella Haynes • September 20, 2021
Middle School
PRIVATE AND RELIGIOUS. Providence Academy in Johnson City is one of several private schools in the region.
Local private schools are not that different from public schools
By Karmela Whiteside, John Sevier Middle School • September 20, 2021
Cathy Barker teaches about 9/11 in her humanities class. Many DMS teachers have stories about where they were when the attacks occurred.
2021 marks 20th anniversary of 9/11
By Delilah Ballard and Charlee Lafee • September 17, 2021
Oh my gorgeous! Four beautiful women express self love for their body.
Nobody Struggles Alone
By Abigail Shearer, Altoona Area Junior High School • May 21, 2021
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GO FOR THE GOLD: Herd Wrestling is expanding this year with a girls team. Not limited to high school, participants range from K-12, in hopes of growing the sport at all levels.
Golden girls: CHS offers girls' wrestling opportunities
By Jarrett Wilson, Carlisle Area High School • September 22, 2021
Running with a ball clutched in his arm, Kason Fuller, a member of the nonprofit organization Cheyanna’s Champions 4 Children (CC4C), participates in the varsity football teams after school practice. Fuller, who was diagnosed with PANDAS when he was five, is an outdoor enthusiast with a newfound interest for football. Me and my dad usually practice football outside,” Fuller said. “We usually catch the ball, but sometimes we act out players.
Never Give Up
By Ally JohnPress, Cedar Park High School • September 21, 2021
Natick High School junior Jake Blatnica received USA Todays Special Olympics Athlete of the Year Award. I think [the best part] was just getting to see that if you work really hard other people will recognize it too, Jakes mother Becky Blatnica said.
Natick athlete bounces back to sports with a USA Today Special Olympics award
By Genevieve Morrison , Wayland High School • September 20, 2021
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