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The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO

GANAS Algebra 2 is just one of the six racial affinity classes that ETHS offers for Black and Latinx students.
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Seeking Affinity
By Sophia Sherman, Isaac Suarez Flint, and Marin Ubersox

2,580 miles away from her home in Medellin, Columbia, Maria Gomez stepped into Evanston Township High School (ETHS) for the first time in 2021, a junior in high school. As Gomez made her way through the unfamiliar, winding hallways of ETHS, surrounded by students that had known each other since freshman year, she couldn’t help but feel out of place. Gomez wasn’t just 2,580 miles away from her home; she was 2,580 miles away from her culture, family, friends and even language. Feeling disconnected...

Student press rights must be protected
Student press rights must be protected
By Jack Tell and Natasha Torkzaban
Campbell plays viola for their senior portrait. This fall, Campbell will attend Oberlin Conservatory where they will study viola. With classes on everything from chamber music to music theory available, Campbell believes that Oberlin will allow them to grow as a musician and person.
From A to Z
By Ingrid Smith, McCallum High School
Despite a state law that says A student may not be issued a monetary fine or fee as a disciplinary consequence, students at MCHS continue to receive tickets from the McHenry Police Department for their behavior in school.
Still fine
By Vanessa Moreno, McHenry High School
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No McHenry Pit signs have been appearing in front of houses all over McHenry. There have been many city council meetings to discuss whether or not there will be a gravel pit behind the McHenry Outdoor Theater.
Have you seen the signs?
By Gabe Santos, McHenry High School
Leaning back on her right, varsity tennis member junior Mia Petty prepares to receive the ball with the traditional racket swing. For student athletes, the heat has caused many changes to previously created habits involved in sport practices, but it can also be a tool, according to Petty. The heat is definitely annoying, Petty said. There are so many things that you have to do to avoid exhaustion and it feels excessive at times. [However], I think the heat further encourages me to get outside. [I want to] be exposed to the heat as much as possible so I can better acclimate to being hot and tired.
A Love-Heat Relationship With Texas
By Kassidy Wilkinson, Cedar Park High School
The cartoon dramatizes how music theory can ease someone’s understanding of music.
Opinion: Advancing the music program with AP Music Theory
By Chloe De Leon, Woodside High School - CA
9/11 is one of the most tragic events that has taken place in United States history — a day many looked death in the eyes. People’s lives were drastically changed, including mine.
Opinion: 22 years later
By Eyesha Sadiq, Hebron High School
Student press rights must be protected
Student press rights must be protected
By Jack Tell and Natasha Torkzaban
Olivia Rodrigo just released her second album, “Guts.” This album is fun, sad, surprising, and so much more. “Guts” is available on all streaming platforms.
Step in the right direction
By Ella Bissonnette, Starr's Mill High School
A silhouette of Taylor Swift forms a heart with her hands in front of The Eras Tour colors.
The Eras Tour (West's version)
By Vera Tanas and Neema Ash
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A grand racing experience
By JD K., Day Creek Intermediate School
The expectations signs around campus have the saying, failure is not an option, on them.
Is Failure Not an Option?
By Brooklyn B. and Brooklynn H.
Always practicing. Witherspoon doesnt only practice during school practices. He also participates in clinics for basketball and football and is going to Brooklyn for a basketball clinic this year.
Multi-Sport Athlete Ezrah Witherspoon
By Conner Ryan, Altoona Area Junior High School
Local soccer team creates opportunities for kids with special needs
By Franklin Kuo, Carlmont High School
MHSNews | Librarians Encourage Students to Explore Library Offerings
By Rhianna Li, Marquette High School
MHSNews | Custodial Shortage Puts a Strain on Staff
By Stephan Bosnjak, Marquette High School
Senior Breaks Javelin Record
By Annie Alcorn and Sam Stremlau