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Holding up T-wolves, the tour group poses for a picture in the Chinese classroom. Sophomore Lydia Ou, junior Phu Trung and senior Yushan Pan gave a tour to Taiwanese diplomat Andrea Yang on Nov. 8. “I was so excited when I heard I would get to give the tour because it’s a big deal,” Ou said. “She’s from the US embassy for Taiwan, so she’s really important. I’m so privileged [to get this opportunity] and I’m so excited.” Photo by Skyler King
Connecting Countries
November 19, 2024
Light on, the Moon Tree is being stored in the floral design classroom until it's planted next week. The tree will be planted outside of the cafeteria in the back of the school. Librarian Stephanie Riley partnered up with the USDA Forestry to receive a Moon Tree. “We also have a digital globe, but it's like a citizen science app where students can also help collect data that actually gets submitted to NASA to help with research about tree growth and everything,” Riley said. “So once we get it planted, then we'll start bringing everybody into it.”
From the moon to the school
November 19, 2024
Rattled: Clifton Factory Explodes and Leaves Local Businesses Shaken
Rattled: Clifton Factory Explodes and Leaves Local Businesses Shaken
November 19, 2024
The approach to the BOHS campus along Wildcat Way. Due to a threat of violence, school was closed and all on-campus activities canceled on Nov. 13.
Classes, Campus Activities Canceled Due to Shooting Threat
November 18, 2024
The Human Relation Service (HRS) is a non-profit therapy organization that offers their services to Weston, Wayland and Wellesley. “It's a very unique thing to have an agency like HRS supporting three communities,” HRS Director of Development Donna Portesky said.
The Human Relations Service: Making mental health treatment more accessible
November 18, 2024
Senior Helen Liang analyzes the tax forms for Youth Voices, a local student-led nonprofit. Liang helped lead free debate coaching with the organization's leadership development team until the program was discontinued in December 2023.
Beyond good intentions: why student-led nonprofits fail at longevity
November 19, 2024
In Long Beach, Jax Bicycle Center sells a variety of e-bikes, which general manager Jeff Sisk says is the fastest-growing category in the store.
The issue with e-bikes
November 19, 2024
Local law enforcement responded immediately to the threat against TUHSD Sept. 13.
American schools are increasingly affected by threats of violence, Archie Williams is no exception
November 19, 2024
Students listen attentively while Lana describes her journey volunteering in the Gaza Strip. Lana proceeded to answer questions from students after the presentation.
Compassion on the front lines
November 19, 2024
Senior Layni Murray speaking to her fellow NAHS members at their officer elections on Sep. 30, 2024. As a member of the club for a majority of high school, Murray was elected president in the 2023-24 school year and decided to run again for her senior year.
Steering the Herd
November 19, 2024
Nonnewaug athletic trainer Sean McGee fist pumps a player at a Northwest United football game last season. (Courtesy of Noreen Chung)
McGee Knows Highs and Lows of Being an Athletic Trainer
November 19, 2024
Former competitive gymnast, gymnastics coach and poms dancer Anna Illarionov flies through the air during a routine. Illarionov earned a medal at each of the Junior Olympics and nationals competitions she competed in during her career.
Accomplished gymnast Anna Illarionov looks to guide next generation
November 19, 2024
The Rockets hoist the 4A State Championship together after their 3-0 win over Broadneck HS.
Repeat Complete: Rockets cement legacy with second straight state championship
November 19, 2024
Funding disparities leave teams with worn uniforms as athletics navigate budget limits
Funding disparities leave teams with worn uniforms as athletics navigate budget limits
November 18, 2024
Brayden Edwards in the outfield during a regular season game versus Manchester.
The Payoff Pitch
November 18, 2024
Men of Character: local blockbuster
Men of Character: local blockbuster
November 19, 2024
Quinn Martin, a recent "Big Brother" contestant, went to college with GHS teacher Tyler Garder.
Quinn Martin’s 59 Days Of Living His Dream
November 19, 2024
For Margaret Dismukes Massad, the owner of Peter Pan Mini Golf and a McCallum graduate, the importance of Peter Pan Mini Golf goes beyond saving the business. As a child, some of her happiest memories are of observing her father, Glenn Dismukes, create the sculptures that still stand today at Peter Pan Mini-Golf in her backyard. “My favorite memories are just of my dad carving the figures,” Massad said. “We were the only kids with a dinosaur in the backyard.”
Keep Austin putting!
November 19, 2024
Farrow sits at his desk and edits on his computer.
Senior edits, photographs for school
November 18, 2024
“Marvel’s Spider-Man 2”, developed by Insomniac Games and published by Playstation Studios, was released for the Playstation Five (PS5) on Oct. 20, 2023. Recently, it was announced to be coming to Personal Computers (PCs) next year, Jan. 30, 2025. The game was praised by both critics and players for its excellent combat, well-crafted story, and enjoyable gameplay.
Pixel Perfect: Spiders and Symbiotes, Swingin’ and Slingin’
November 18, 2024
Sticky Icky
Sticky Icky
November 19, 2024
Editorial: Initiating safer traffic practices around campus
Editorial: Initiating safer traffic practices around campus
November 19, 2024
An artist's rendition of the social media post that led to the cancellation of Brea Olinda High School classes on Nov. 13.
A Picture Has a Thousand Consequences
November 19, 2024
Women of color often face stereotypes portrayed in popular media, creating false narratives of individuals’ lives. The Sidekick staff writer Reece Murry shares her experience regarding the criticism she has received throughout her childhood about not fitting the conventional African American image. Graphic by Sofia Exposito
Not your stereotypical woman of color
November 19, 2024
Why bother with student journalism?
Why bother with student journalism?
November 18, 2024
Hope Jones: From the Dojo to the World Stage
November 19, 2024
New Mac & Cheese Restaurant Opens in Chesterfield
November 19, 2024
Out of Tune Podcast - Ep. 2 Chromakopia
Out of Tune Podcast – Ep. 2 Chromakopia
November 18, 2024
Senior Ivan Reyes and his brother Eduardo are escorted on the field by their mom before their final senior football game at Turner Stadium.
Reyes finds football one year after moving from Mexico
November 14, 2024
Baldwin High School's American Sign Language Club hosted a silent dinner last week.
Silent video story explains ASL Club’s silent dinner
November 14, 2024
Hope Jones: From the Dojo to the World Stage
November 19, 2024
Out of Tune Podcast - Ep. 2 Chromakopia
Out of Tune Podcast – Ep. 2 Chromakopia
November 18, 2024
WVHS Book Club logo. Graphic provided by Claire Keith.
WVHS Book Club – Lessons in Chemistry
November 1, 2024
S2E2 - The intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
S2E2 – The intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
October 31, 2024
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
October 22, 2024
Coach Adam Chavez comforts senior Tommy Murphy after the team's loss to the Ironmen in round one of the playoffs.
[PHOTO ESSAY] Play by play, brick by brick
November 5, 2024
ALL ABOUT ALTOS: In the midst of the prelims performance of “Fury Road,” movement captain and alto section leader junior Liliana Escamilla, makes her way through the music and choreography with other members of the alto section by her side. This being her third year as a member of the band, Escamilla has played in the Bands of America Regional competition before and knew what to expect. “It went pretty well and most people were pretty proud of how they performed,” she said. “The competition has always been an extremely hard one as most of the bands are 6A, so we do it as more of an experience to improve, but I feel like it definitely benefited us to see what we can do better for the next competition next Saturday.”
Band sharpens its craft at first competition of season
October 16, 2024
The Blue Angels diamond performs the barrel roll break during the 2024 Fleet Week Airshow.
2024 Fleet Week Airshow stuns spectators with one of the best performances in years
October 16, 2024
COLALEO IN THE YELLOW SUIT: Senior Joe Colaleo rehearses ferociously confronts the Tuck family about the water that turns people immortal as the cast of McCallum Theater’s fall production Tuck Everlasting blocks a scene. The rehearsal is for the actors to know where to be placed and stand throughout the show. “I am feeling great about the process and creation of the show as a whole,” Colaleo said. “We are working really fast, we are super prepared. Everyone is working really hard, and we are just finishing up learning set traffic, cleaning and perfecting the show.” In the show, Colaleo plays The Man in the Yellow Suit, a character he was hoping to get when auditioning. The character is greedy and selfish and his goal is to become wealthy by selling water from the spring in the woods. “I want the water to sell for money and they are stopping me,” Colaleo said. For Colaleo, Tuck Everlasting represents the start of his senior year and the final season with McCallum Theater. “Playing this role as a senior is very fulfilling and fun,” Colaleo said. “Everyone looks up to you and you get a sense of accomplishment and pride when you see others doing well.” Looking back on his four years in theater production, Colaleo said he wants to do everything he can this year to support the underclassmen and have fun in the rest of the shows this year. “I really appreciate the process a lot more this year, knowing it will be one of the last times I’m doing something like this at McCallum and I won’t see a lot of these people for a long time,” Colaleo said. Caption by Nate Williams.
‘Everlasting’ rehearsal process nears its end
October 10, 2024
Station 4 firefighter Natasha Hunt participates in the memorial stair climb for the first time. As one of many people partaking in the tradition, Hunt climbed the Pleasant Valley Tower nine times, for a total of roughly 1,368 feet of stairs.
Austin firefighters climb 1,368 stairs—World Trade Center height—to honor 9/11 heroes
September 17, 2024
New Mac & Cheese Restaurant Opens in Chesterfield
November 19, 2024
Senior Ivan Reyes and his brother Eduardo are escorted on the field by their mom before their final senior football game at Turner Stadium.
Reyes finds football one year after moving from Mexico
November 14, 2024
Baldwin High School's American Sign Language Club hosted a silent dinner last week.
Silent video story explains ASL Club’s silent dinner
November 14, 2024
A newly opened restaurant at 14051 Manchester Rd lets people can hang out and play their favorite nerd games. To find out more, watch this video about the family-friendly Dirty 20 Nerd Bar.
Dirty 20 Nerd Bar Opens to Game Enthusiasts
November 12, 2024
Covour Coffee
Covour Coffee
November 5, 2024
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO
The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO

McGee Knows Highs and Lows of Being an Athletic Trainer

Nonnewaug athletic trainer Sean McGee’s career has been shaped by heart-wrenching moments and memorable success stories. All those experiences have led to one common lesson: “Become a stronger person.”
By Anna Crocker '26, Nonnewaug High School • November 19, 2024
Nonnewaug athletic trainer Sean McGee fist pumps a player at a Northwest United football game last season. (Courtesy of Noreen Chung)
This story contains an alternate format that can only be viewed on the original site. View this story on NHS Chief Advocate. It was originally published on November 15, 2024.

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