A group of U-High students gathers each week to play Dungeons & Dragons, an activity that they believe helps build community and imagination. As they step into the roles of their characters, the game becomes a way to strengthen real-life relationships — and for these students, the fantasy world serves as both an escape and a space to connect, proving that even in a digital age, storytelling and collaboration can bring people together.
This story was originally published on U-High Midway on January 22, 2025.
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![Dressed up as the varsity girls’ tennis coach Katelyn Arenos, senior Kate Johnson and junior Mireya David hand out candy at West High’s annual trunk or treat event. This year, the trunk or treat was moved inside as a result of adverse weather. “As a senior, I care less about Halloween now. Teachers will bring their kids and families [to West’s Trunk or Treat], but there were fewer [this year] because they just thought it was canceled [due to the] rain. [With] Halloween, I think you care less the older you get,” Johnson said.](https://bestofsno.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/DSC00892-1-1200x800.jpg)












