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Pack the Halls. Students navigate hallways and staircases during the transition between 2nd and 3rd period on Aug. 26, 2021. With 3,570 students on campus, congested hallways are a daily occurrence.
Maxed Out
October 22, 2021
REGISTERING STUDENTS: English teacher Jacob Morgan points to the link for students to sign up for a cohort for this years SOAR program. The first SOAR meetings were held this past week and will continue into next week.
New program SOARS above prejudice
October 22, 2021
At Downers Grove South, students have six absences where they don’t have to provide a doctor’s note; they can just be called out. Any time a student is absent, they can make up their work,”DGS Counselor Jenny Franz said.
Illinois to institute mental health days for students
October 20, 2021
On Friday, Sept. 24, students rallied in front of Tampa City Hall for Climate Day of Action. Around 150 people came to call on Tampa to declare a “Code Red” Climate Emergency. (Lina Chen)
Plant students call on Tampa to declare “Code Red” Climate Emergency
October 19, 2021
Pumpkin sales spiking in fall lead to many pumpkins rotting on the streets or in landfills.
Pumpkin-caused emissions spook the environment
October 18, 2021
Joelle Jackson and her sister at Fort Polk in Louisiana. After living abroad in Wiesbaden, Germany, she moved back to the US.
Military brats
October 22, 2021
Freshman Kashikala Mundemba and seniors Katina and Lulenga Mundemba are first-generation Americans. Their parents are from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Parents give back, instill pride in Central African roots
October 22, 2021
During Breast Cancer Awareness, the Coppinger family reflects on their experience with Lisa Coppinger suffering from breast cancer a couple years ago. “It was very hard on my body. It made me feel very tired. I lost all my hair, all my energy, and I didnt feel well. It didnt make me lose weight since I ate to try to feel better,” Lisa said. “I was extremely tired, and I was unable to continue to do things the way I normally did.”
Much more than a pink ribbon
October 22, 2021
CHS9 student Arya Catna was selected as the Texas State Merit Winner. Catna was awarded for her research on a mulch blanket used to maintain proper conditions for plants, allowing them to thrive through harsh periods of weather.
Catna counters winter freeze with ingenuity
October 22, 2021
Organizers hold up the “Columbus Day Parade” sign at the corner of State Street and Wacker Boulevard at the beginning of the parade route on Monday, Oct. 11. The organizers were preceded by a marching band.
Parade watchers express differing views on Columbus and holiday
October 22, 2021
Members of St. Louis Rowing Club (SLRC) go under a bridge during practice on Sunday, Sept. 22.
In the same boat
October 22, 2021
Junior Rohin Inani poses next to his two recycling bins for discarded tennis balls.
Rohin Inani recycles tennis balls to create ‘green gold’
October 22, 2021
Leadership students decorate posters for the homecoming dance and football game. Homecoming is one long-standing high school tradition that emphasizes boys sports, as similar traditions are not present in girls sports.
Gender gaps: sports culture demotes girls athletics
October 21, 2021
From left to right, Kieron Pollard from West Indies, Virat Kohli from India and Rashid Khan from Afghanistan pose together. In their careers, Pollard, Kohli and Khan have cemented their places as top T20 cricket players internationally.
International Cricket Council to hold a T20 championship shaped by current events
October 20, 2021
Senior drum major DJ Johnston leads the band during the halftime show on Sept. 24. Band members wore pride flags to show solidarity with students at Newberg after their school board banned teachers from being able to display it in classrooms.
Students protest at football game
October 20, 2021
“A New Era” – Liana Wallace competes on SURVIVOR, when the Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 41st season, with a special 2-hour premiere, Wednesday, Sept. 22 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS Entertainment 2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
‘This is my dream’: ETHS alum, Evanston native on “Survivor”
October 22, 2021
A drum set, similar to the one used by drummer Lex Razon in his performances.
Musicians return with enthusiasm, challenges after COVID-19
October 21, 2021
Mitski releases a new song and music video after two years of hiatus.
Mitski’s latest release cuts deep
October 21, 2021
Physical education teacher Jane Wheeler poses with two of her three daughters.
“My HAIRstory!” makes headway for Black culture
October 21, 2021
Squid Game features a large cast who play in deadly childhood games.
Squid Game: A hit on the charts and in American hearts
October 20, 2021
No place called home. Students on dependent visas often find themselves in limbo during the college applications process. While designed to be helpful for all types of students, the process can end up being very alienating.
No Place Called Home: Tackling Immigrant Struggles in the College Application Process
October 22, 2021
Companies choosing not to pay their interns shows a lack of appreciation and is an unethical move. Photo courtesy of oksmith.
Exposure Doesn’t Pay the Bills, but Internships Should
October 22, 2021
In a photo shared on Facebook and taken by a close family friend, Lanay Renstrom, senior Caitlyn Richey is captured in a candid laughing moment. In the attached column, Richey shares her experience having a flip phone and choosing to not have social media platforms throughout high school.
Column: Senior reflects on life without influence of social media
October 21, 2021
Many students can relate to the experience of mindlessly reading a textbook without absorbing the information. The Sidekick staff writer Nathan Cheng thinks modern students fail to see the worth in knowledge due to a focus on grades and a desire to perform the bare minimum.
Face the true value of your education
October 20, 2021
Plant-based foods are rich in nutrients, promoting a strong and healthy body.
Growing a culture of plant-based diets
October 20, 2021
The Reel Ramble Ep 3: Squid Game discussion and review
The Reel Ramble Ep 3: ‘Squid Game’ discussion and review
October 22, 2021
Organizers hold up the “Columbus Day Parade” sign at the corner of State Street and Wacker Boulevard at the beginning of the parade route on Monday, Oct. 11. The organizers were preceded by a marching band.
Parade watchers express differing views on Columbus and holiday
October 22, 2021
Unified Softball falls short to the Patriots
October 21, 2021
Senior members of the LBJ Fire Academy line up to put out the propane fire at their first live fire skill day of the school year. Each person in the line has a specialized job, first in line holds the nozzle of the hose, the second and third are backup and the fourth person is the hose wrangler, making sure they have enough hose left to turn. “We just had to learn every single job, and that was stressful,” senior and LBJ Fire Academy member Michael Valentino said. “Every person has their job and they have to do it, and if you don’t do it it’s gonna go bad.” Caption by Kennedy Weatherby.
Class of ’22 is on fire (figuratively)
October 21, 2021
Talkupation Ep. 2: A day in law
Talkupation Ep. 2: A day in law
October 18, 2021
Unified Softball falls short to the Patriots
October 21, 2021
TOP student Trevon Arnold learns how to count out money on a class field trip at Amapola.
TOP teaches adults with special needs how to adult
October 15, 2021
Redhawks address the Board to Trustees
Redhawks address the Board to Trustees
October 14, 2021
Coding for kids
October 7, 2021
Surviving childhood cancer
October 5, 2021
Senior members of the LBJ Fire Academy line up to put out the propane fire at their first live fire skill day of the school year. Each person in the line has a specialized job, first in line holds the nozzle of the hose, the second and third are backup and the fourth person is the hose wrangler, making sure they have enough hose left to turn. “We just had to learn every single job, and that was stressful,” senior and LBJ Fire Academy member Michael Valentino said. “Every person has their job and they have to do it, and if you don’t do it it’s gonna go bad.” Caption by Kennedy Weatherby.
Class of ’22 is on fire (figuratively)
October 21, 2021
A group of abortion rights activists raise their signs as they gather and listen to the speakers at the women’s rally on Saturday at the Texas Capitol. Some cheer to agree with the proclamations made. “I wanted to show my support for organizations [at the rally] who are working to overturn Senate Bill 8,” junior Edith Holmsten said. “It is important for me to go to rallies because it is a way for me, as someone who can not vote yet, to show my support for issues that I care about. I learned about many different organizations that worked on women’s rights who had tables set up at the march.”
Women’s rally delivers an unmistakable message: repeal Senate Bill 8, vote its creators out of office
October 7, 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
The Reel Ramble Ep 3: Squid Game discussion and review
The Reel Ramble Ep 3: ‘Squid Game’ discussion and review
October 22, 2021
Organizers hold up the “Columbus Day Parade” sign at the corner of State Street and Wacker Boulevard at the beginning of the parade route on Monday, Oct. 11. The organizers were preceded by a marching band.
Parade watchers express differing views on Columbus and holiday
October 22, 2021
Talkupation Ep. 2: A day in law
Talkupation Ep. 2: A day in law
October 18, 2021
Nik Bruckman: Future Gamer
October 18, 2021
The classic horror movies come along with various iconic symbols.
Horror Guide episode 1 – classic horror
October 14, 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
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Stories from Bellaire High School
Jewish students and faculty frustrated by HISD calendar
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Jewish students and faculty frustrated by HISD calendar

Sara Wolf | October 20, 2021

Steffanie Alter, AP Literature and Advanced English II teacher, takes a break from grading papers after Rosh Hashanah. She peers across the room to the clock on her wall and realizes it is way past when…

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Bellaire’s Selfless Servant
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Bellaire’s Selfless Servant

Ricky Kai | May 27, 2021

The wailing of her baby wakes her up. In the pitch black, she navigates through the mess of her bedside desk to find her phone. It’s 5 a.m. 

The crying comes from her second child, whose whining…

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Senior opens up about growing up without a father
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Senior opens up about growing up without a father

Malaika Suleman | May 11, 2021

After her father missed her sixth birthday, Ligoriana Dillon’s life changed forever.

A happy, normal little girl living with her mom and dad in their apartment, Dillon’s life took a turn when her…

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Power outages, snow force sophomore to camp out in nearby synagogue
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Power outages, snow force sophomore to camp out in nearby synagogue

Sonya Kulkarni | March 31, 2021

Pulling on her snow boots and beanie, sophomore Nava Teller sprinted out of her apartment and was met with a crisp gust of air. Her front yard was blanketed in a polar-white sheet of snow and the wind…

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Students experience mixed emotions during cold weather and week-long power outage
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Students experience mixed emotions during cold weather and week-long power outage

Ricky Kai | March 22, 2021

The monotonous tone from the engine of the car lulled her half to sleep, and it was only after an hour when she realized her phone was fully charged. In the car she bundled up in two blankets and four…

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Students reflect on March 12, one year since normal school
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Students reflect on March 12, one year since normal school

Mizuki Kai | March 15, 2021

Like every other junior that day, Claire Claypool attended her usual classes on March 12, 2020 — English with Ms. Humphrey, US History with Ms. Good and French with Ms. Florian — not knowing that that…

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Student working 54-hour-week finds balance between working and living life
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Student working 54-hour-week finds balance between working and living life

Maria G. Perez | March 2, 2021

Noon is the busiest time of day for senior Lizbeth Gonzalez. She greets guests, seats them, manages seating charts and responds to requests, all while thinking about her next math test. 

Two years…

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Bullet journaling: a new way to stay organized
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Bullet journaling: a new way to stay organized

Zaid Ali | February 25, 2021

English teacher Gretchen Bonnes draws a line to indicate the start of a new day. Each week, she decides to use one color pen for her bullet journal. This week, she chose purple.

Using the blank pages…

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College application process leads seniors down different path
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College application process leads seniors down different path

Mizuki Kai | February 25, 2021

Senior Ashley Barahona drags herself out of bed at 8:30 a.m. and joins her classes in the dining room, right next to her 12-year-old sister Giselle, a student at the Energized for Excellence Academy. 
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Debate student creates activist Instagram account
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Debate student creates activist Instagram account

Pallavi Gorantla | February 23, 2021

Her Instagram account boasts 2,500 followers. She posts every two to three days, spending up to an hour to create each post. Each of her posts focuses on a current event, from transgender rights to The…

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Community remembers Cesar Cortes one year later
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Community remembers Cesar Cortes one year later

Sonya Kulkarni | February 15, 2021

Jan. 13 marked the first anniversary of the fatal school shooting that claimed the life of beloved Bellaire student Cesar Cortes. In commemoration of the tragic day, parents, teachers and students attended…

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