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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

A 2023 version of Snapchat (left) of junior Erica Tabohs compared to an older version (right) reveals the change of the app over the years. Snapchat+, AI, and hyper realistic Bitmojis have transformed the formerly simple look of the app.

One snap, thousands of stories

By Ray Collins and Kalki Legesse March 1, 2024

Since Snapchat’s launch in 2011, many users have felt subtle changes in the app’s use. The creators of Snapchat originally designed it as a place where people could freely express themselves to their...

Freshman Logan Odom is a published author and currently has three books available for purchase on Amazon.

Freshman author shares journey to publication

By Bailey Gorham, Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School March 1, 2024

While most freshmen are still trying to find their way through high school, Logan Odom already has a head start in that he is not only a student, but also a published author. Odom has written three different...

Brainstorming, senior Taryn Stilson writes poems in her journal. Stilsons favorite hobby is creative writing. Sometimes as I write, I just continue on an idea and then it kind of morphs into something else, Stilson said. So I think that thats what happened, and I created my own dystopian society. Mr. Smith said it was kind of Star Trek II accidentally – I dont watch Star Trek.

Writing serves as creative outlet for senior

By Kaya Miller, Prosper High School February 29, 2024

Typing away, pen to paper, thinking, senior Taryn Stilson escapes reality with the dystopian societies and complex storylines her imagination fabricates. "One day of recess in fifth grade, I got in...

A lifelong journey

By Sage Kelly, Parkway West High School February 29, 2024

Eyes closed, a musician woos the crowd with his polished alto saxophone. Each note flows to the next smoother than a serene brook, guiding in the direction of improvement. The crowd can feel the notes,...

Sullivan Sisters bring bluegrass to Evanston

Sullivan Sisters bring bluegrass to Evanston

By Marin Ubersox, Evanston Township High School February 28, 2024

On a blustery morning at the Evanston Farmers’ Market, patrons with arms full of produce stopped to listen to a beautiful sound drifting through the air on the wind. It floated past canvas tents displaying...

The traditional body expectations for dancers have led to issues with body image and mental health, and dancers often find themselves comparing their image to their peers.

The consequences of the traditional dancer’s body

By Skylar Powers, Ritenour High School February 28, 2024

Body image is an inherent part of the dance industry, and even though the traditional standards are being called out for being problematic, they still produce negative effects on young dancers. The...

Junior Genesis Cuellar-Figueroa displays an array of clothes found at @geesvirtualcloset on Instagram.

Step into junior Genesis’ online clothing shop

By Donovan Ochoa, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School February 28, 2024

Junior Genesis Cuellar-Figueroa is fighting against fast fashion while cleaning out her closet with her new clothing resale business, which she has run on Instagram since December 2023.  “A lot of...

Crescendo

By Arti Jain, Ladue Horton Watkins High School February 27, 2024

G flat. B, C, D flat. A sustained G sliding into an E flat. The slight crescendo into an explosive phrase, with violinists and cellists furiously sawing at their instruments. The clash of harmonies, melodies,...

Junior Tina Sum listens to the Serial true crime podcast in an alleyway.

Murdering the true crime narrative

By Isabelle Ling, Carlmont High School February 27, 2024

In the dimly lit corridors of human history, a storyteller has existed for centuries, where the plot isn't spun from an author's vivid imagination but instead etched in the crimes of true human experience:...

In most video games, players strive to be the richest, most powerful or skillful entity — though at the cost of time.

Pixels to problems: how game addictions work

By Apurva Krishnamurthy and Robert Yu February 27, 2024

From the peaceful villages of “Animal Crossing” to the ferocious battles fought in “Dark Souls,” video games offer a convenient escape from one’s daily routine. In most video games, players strive...

New app has students asking “What’s Fizzin’?

By Deuce Bechtold and Seamus McCarthy February 27, 2024

If you are a student at Jesuit, it's likely you received a strange follow request on Instagram from an account called Fizz Jesuit. Fizz is an app that was created by two Stanford students in 2020 as...

Mocktails are a fruity and fun nonalchoholic beverage option and a unique activity to do with friends or family. Mocktails have become more and more popular in recent years, as alcohol consumption has declined.

Mocktail Mania: Fruity, fizzy drinks offer nonalchoholic, fun beverage option

By Haley Maharry, University of Chicago Laboratory High School February 23, 2024

Ice crunches. A bottle cap hits the counter top with a hollow click. The scent of maraschino cherries hangs in the air. One of the most well-known mocktails is the Shirly Temple, made with Sprite or 7...

Junior Samantha Taylor and Senior Parkway South student Haley Parks posing next to Macy’s on 6th
street. Photo courtesy of Cristina Taylor

Marching Colt in New York

By Alyssa Weisenberg, Parkway Central High School February 23, 2024

This Thanksgiving, one of Parkway Central’s own Marching Colts marched in the United States’ most popular and broadcasted parade; the Macy’s Day parade. Junior Samantha Taylor, the 2022 All- Suburban...

The issue of gender bias in the gaming industry and community lies in the ignorance of harassment, as people insist that their comments are just jokes, turning the responsibility of female gamers if they feel offended, humiliated, or undermined.

The warped world of gender in gaming

By Qianzi Loo and Meadow Shen February 22, 2024

“Oh, you’re a girl?!” “But wait, you’re too good to be a girl gamer.”  Over time, these deprecating remarks have become running jokes. Still, they serve as reminders of the bias that exists...

TikTok has provided the ideal platform for showcasing the intricate and mesmerizing processes of crocheting, knitting and sewing. TikTok crafters, many of whom are from Generation Z, use their platforms to share their projects, tips and techniques.

Crafting a new narrative: TikTok’s impact on the revival of traditional hobbies

By Alene Keppy, Pleasant Valley High School - IA February 22, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, TikTok has emerged as a driving force behind the resurgence of traditional crafts, particularly crocheting, knitting and sewing. Generation Z has embraced...

After meticulously setting up lighting, sound, props, and other equipment, William (Pape) Crown 24, checks the camera for any adjustments that may need to be made. Daniel Franco 24 runs over his lines during the last few minutes before beginning the scene, preparing for his monologue.

The quest of SP Films and the value of learning history

By Jane Kim and Paula Gonzalez February 22, 2024

With a camera in one hand and crumpled script in the other, the SP Films crew began its film-making voyage as inexperienced sophomores in Yiu Hung Li and Claire Adams’ College Preparatory (CP) English...

A tattoo artist carefully hand-pokes each dot of ink into the client’s forearm. Handpoking is a form different from the conventional tattoo machine method that most people are used to. It creates a more vintage look. Photo by Ava Cho.

Rising from the shadows: A deeper look into South Korea’s “illegal” tattoo artists

By Nadia Woo, Daegu International School February 22, 2024

As a new generation comes of age, tattoos and body art become a common sight. However, in the small country of South Korea, the untold stories of tattooists reveal a deeper context that evolving societal...

Car clubs from over Ventura County, Calif. gathered to share their cars with glittering rims, smooth paint jobs and unique decorations.

Lowriders of Ventura County: Cars and culture

By Layla Solomon, Foothill Technology High School February 22, 2024

10 car clubs from across Ventura County, Calif., gathered at California State University Channel Islands (CSU Channel Islands) to display their unique cars together, listen to music and have a good time....

Photo courtesy of Scotti Everhart, graphic designs by Scotti Everhart & MOCEAN

Tyrone Grad Shines in Graphic Design

By Makenzie Soellner, Tyrone Area High School February 20, 2024

The last time you browsed Netflix or Hulu for a new show to binge, you probably saw something that 2018 Tyrone High School alumnus Scotti Everhart had a hand in designing. As a professional graphic...

Amoeba Music in San Francisco attracts many customers looking for new great finds for all music genres.

Spinning with success

By Jayden Breite, Carlmont High School February 19, 2024

One of the most important parts of music for many people is collection. Since all music in the past was sold in physical vinyl, CDs, and cassette tapes, the continuation of listening physically remains...

When online mobs flood mainstream discussions every couple of years after the latest “woke, social justice warrior, liberal-agenda-pushing” video game releases — wanting to keep politics out of video games — what they truly mean to say is “we don’t want politics we don’t agree with in video games.”

Everything is political, including video games.

By Ashley Huang and Myles Kim February 19, 2024

When online mobs flood mainstream discussions every couple of years after the latest “woke, social justice warrior, liberal-agenda-pushing” video game releases —  wanting to keep politics out of...

Captains Amelia Cook, Jadon Demetri, and Zach Kohlmeyer pass out trophies for the winners of the Bowie-ran tournament this November.

Bowie Speech team speaks out to save their program

By Audrey Cullinane, James Bowie High School February 19, 2024

Students find their seats as the bell rings, and a hush goes over the room as Oral Interpretation teacher, Marco Bazan, shares opportunities for tournaments around the Austin-area. Usually, a local school...

Echo Review

By Micah Fenner, Worthington Kilbourne High School February 19, 2024

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is struggling: The 15-year old franchise has been seeing a downturn of viewership in recent years. They recently fired Jonathan Majors, whose character Kang was being built...

“Lisa Frankenstein,” directed by Zelda Williams and written by Diablo Cody, released in theaters on Feb. 9.

Movie Review: ‘Lisa Frankenstein’ horrifyingly nails rom-com genre

By Satenik Ayrapetyan, Daniel Pearl Magnet High School February 16, 2024

Stitched together by screenwriter Diablo Cody, of “Jennifer’s Body” fame, and Zelda Williams, in her feature-length directorial debut, comes a bloody, dark romance-comedy that manages to revive the...

It’s all a blur

By Samir Shaik, Parkway West High School February 16, 2024

On Monday and Tuesday, surrounded by 22,000 screaming fans packing every available seat at the Enterprise Center, Canadian rapper Drake and American rapper J. Cole took the stage to perform two sold-out...

André 3000, Kid Cudi, and Knowing When To Walk Away From Rap

By Brooks Coleman, La Salle Catholic Preparatory High School February 16, 2024

On June 6, 2007, OutKast made an appearance on UGK’s “Int’l Players Anthem (I Choose You).” The track served as a sending-off of sorts for both duos — December of that year saw the death of UGK’s...

Palmore enjoys writing clever titles for his pieces. An example of this is a sketch of an owl titled “Are You Looking At Me?”

The history of our halls

By Elena Brown and Selby Lin February 16, 2024

Students walk the same routes through the hallways hundreds of times as they go from class to class; however, in their rush many don’t notice the incredible art and architecture that surrounds them on...

LHS leads the charge in performing Mean Girls musical

LHS leads the charge in performing Mean Girls musical

By Ashlyn Tell, Lawrence High School February 16, 2024

Heading into performance weekend, junior and lead cast member Giulia Ventello could feel the stress. Friday night was the opening performance of LHS Theater’s production of Mean Girls and the long...

Idols are debuting in the K-pop industry at as young as 13 years old, causing controversy among fans and critics alike. Photo Illustration | Ellie Wang

Minor concerns

By Jillian Ju and Ellie Wang February 14, 2024

Even through the screen of her phone, junior Lotus Wu could see the passion and commitment put into the idols’ performances. Ever since sixth grade, Wu has been captivated by their energy and the way...

Captain Videos store stands strong despite nearly four decades of rapid change in the entertainment industry. That nostalgia of going back to when you were young and enjoying all the movies that you can watch and stop and rewind and fast forward is what brings customers here and Im all for it, said Ira Belfer, the owner of the last Captain Video store open today.

Rewinding into the past: the last standing Captain Video store remains open

By Nicholas Lee, Carlmont High School February 14, 2024

Ira Belfer opens the door to the Captain Video rental video store in San Mateo. Rows of VHS tapes, DVDs, and Blu-Ray discs on metal shelves meet his eyes as the early morning sun shines light onto the...

Senior Adeline Fliege created this college board that focuses on Nebraska Methodist College. She said similar boards being sold on Etsy inspired her.

Crafting Success with College Boards

By Brynne Friedrich, Gretna High School February 14, 2024

Beyond the classroom, senior Adeline Fliege has embarked on a creative journey making college boards for students at GHS. Using a canvas and paint, she designs a collage of symbols that represent a college...

The Difference Between 10 and 9 Seconds Can Be Two Years of Practice

By Tei Kim, Stanford Online High School February 14, 2024

Unveiled in 1974 by Hungarian architect Ernő Rubik, the Rubik’s Cube is more than just a toy: it is a cultural icon that has both puzzled and fascinated millions. The puzzle captivates you with its...

The vast collection of records at Record Krate in Wake Forest. Each meticulously wrapped and sorted in alphabetical order, the huge selection allows for anyone to find something theyd enjoy.

Beyond digital: the enduring legacy of vinyl and radio

By Levi Holland, Wakefield High School - NC February 13, 2024

Music has existed for thousands of years, but more recently has become a constant for everyday life. Whether it’s playing in the background while shopping, in school through earbuds or Bluetooth connected...

Art students push back against potential Gaggle censorship

Art students push back against potential Gaggle censorship

By Maya Smith, Lawrence High School February 13, 2024

As junior Opal Morris was brought to the office by a security guard, she had no idea why she had been called in. Upon entering, she saw a row of her fellow portfolio photography students already sitting...

The Broadway production of Waitress ran from 2016 to 2020 with more than 1,500 performances and four Tony Award nominations.

‘Waitress’ proshot pulls at viewer’s heartstrings

By Daniel Chernyak, Richard Montgomery High School - MD February 12, 2024

A story about sugar, butter, flour and, above all, persistence. The proshot of "Waitress" is a piece of outstanding artistry. For those unaware, a proshot, or professionally shot, is a filmed version of...

“I love using performing arts as a method to positively impact the audience. With every single show I do, I always want to have my performance be moving, leaving the audience with something new to ponder, something for them to take away,” Isabella Ribeiro (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Stepping into the spotlight

By Shareen Chahal, The Harker Upper School February 12, 2024

“Top of the show, everyone!” Isabella Ribeiro (12) scans the expansive stage in the Rothschild Performing Arts Center as her cast finds their places in the wings. Through her headset, she addresses...

Olivia Boehm (‘26) works on a painting in the art studio. She started her own clothing business, Disregulation, in ninth grade, and it features her own artwork. “If Im going to do art, I might as well go full throttle and start my own business to really show how committed I am,” Boehm said.

Family, fashion, flea markets: Sophomore’s story of creating a clothing business

By Shae Killam, Archer School for Girls February 12, 2024

Equipped with a tent and racks of handmade T-shirts, Olivia Boehm (‘26) starts her day at the Silverlake Flea Market. Last summer, Boehm arrived early to the market multiple Saturday and Sunday mornings...

Students display their handiwork on tote bags after their last meeting.

Threads of Creativity

By Mariah Disney, Los Osos High School February 12, 2024

In the bustling halls of Los Osos High School, a vibrant community of budding fashion enthusiasts comes together, weaving a tapestry of creativity and self-expression–Los Osos High School’s very own...

Standing in the center of Times Square, senior Ella Knowinski and sister Ava Konwinski shoot video for her short film “The Village Book.” After battling the loud noise and herds of people, the sisters finally got the right shot after spending hours filming. “Filming is extremely hard in a place like New York City,” Ella Konwinski said.  “But I knew I wanted to film there for the aesthetic.”

Film featurette

By Quinn Burton, Millard West High School February 9, 2024

The Hollywood film industry has long received scrutiny for its lack of diversity. Historically women have been snubbed in major male dominated directing and producing categories at film award ceremonies,...

A student works on one of the many puzzles in the high school library, which offer an opportunity for students and faculty to take a break from work and engage in a fun, hands-on activity. 

Community puzzles offer chance to rewind, disperse energy

By Jaya Alenghat, University of Chicago Laboratory High School February 9, 2024

It’s quiet in the Pritzker Traubert Family Library. Students are working at tables, studying in cubicles, browsing through the shelves and relaxing in bean bag chairs. Across from the green conference...

Their instruments rhythms and melodies transcend generations, holding culturally rich histories in the strings and beats of their instruments.

Student musicians share cultures and celebrate histories

By Apurva Krishnamurthy and Emily Pedroza February 8, 2024

From tabla to tambora, Lynbrook musicians hold different instruments close to their hearts. These rhythms or melodies transcend generations, holding culturally rich histories in the strings and beats of...

Artist and activist Fulton Leroy Washington speaks with sophomores Skylar Roberts, Serenity Jones, Selah Johnson and Alexa Grant. Washington stayed after his presentation Feb. 2 to answer students individual questions and speak with many about their artistic journeys. 

Artist, social justice activist Fulton Leroy Washington presents to community about art, personal journey, activism

By Vivianne Arnold, Archer School for Girls February 7, 2024

According to the Innocence Project, experts estimate that between 2.3% and 5% of incarcerated people in the United States prison system are innocent. For over two decades, Fulton Leroy Washington was...

Silent sounds

By Niveda Hari and Aaryan Sharma February 7, 2024

Olivia Rodrigo took the world by storm on Jan. 8, 2021, with the release of “drivers license,” a teen heartbreak ballad that catapulted the 17-year-old to superstardom. Following the single’s release,...

Located in downtown Sioux Falls, Terra Shepherd prides itself on its unique array of sustainable goods.

Earth-friendly finds: Sustainable shopping at Terra Shepherd

By Reese Duncan, Lincoln High School February 6, 2024

It is no secret that industrial fashion production rages on, creating an estimated one truckload of textiles dumped in landfills or incinerated every second. Still, it can be difficult for consumers to...

LENDING A HELPING HAND: Carson aids his Dance I students in their cultural dance unit of salsa, flamenco and other unique styles. For Carson getting involved with all his students dance careers makes his job worthwhile. Getting people to trust each other, getting kids to realize what their potential is, Carson said. Its helped me a lot, just as an instructor and an educator all around.

Once a Knight always a Knight

By Chloe Lewcock, McCallum High School February 6, 2024

The school Terrance Carson graduated from nearly seven years ago has barely changed. Except this time, Carson wasn’t walking in as a student. He never thought that he would be back at McCallum, especially...

One of the workshops that the design winners attended was about inclusive fashion design. The designers were challenged to pad out dress forms to a size 16W.

Cheng receives national recognition for art

By Josie Wettan, Burlingame High School - CA February 5, 2024

Senior Lauren Cheng’s winter break was an extra week long — but for good reason. She spent the second week of January in Miami at National YoungArts Week, an exclusive program for YoungArts award...

COFFEE CULTURE

COFFEE CULTURE

By Sofia Matin & Eadyn Ochoa, FULLERTON UNION HIGH SCHOOL February 5, 2024

Coffee house owner Azmi Alzandani proves that food and drink bring people together. Qamaria, Alzandani’s Yemeni coffee house a half-mile south of FUHS down Lemon Street, attracts everyone from studious...

Behind the scenes with “Barry” editor Ali Greer: “You get to focus people’s attention on what you want them to feel”

By Lynn-Clara Tun, Edina High School February 5, 2024

Walking into the Emmy’s in Jan. 2023, Edina High School alum Ali Greer didn’t expect to find herself on stage a few hours later with one of the famed golden awards in her own hands. When her name...

Notelove marketing director and Coppell High School junior Sophie Depew shows participants how to play the Vibraslap at the Music & Me showcase hosted by Notelove at the Coppell Cozby Library & Community Commons on Saturday. Notelove DFW’s mission is to provide people with the opportunity to experience the joy of music, without cost being a barrier.

Notelove DFW striking a chord of change

By Rhea Choudhary, Coppell High School February 5, 2024

In the heart of Coppell on Saturday morning, a crescendo of compassion and melody is echoing through the front room of Coppell Cozby Library and Community Commons during Notelove’s “Music and Me”...

Recent award shows have met criticism for the underrepresentation of women and sexist remarks. Feminist Club executive aide and sophomore Clara Lazarini discussed the importance of female representation at a recent club meeting, highlighting the events of comedian Jo Koy’s infamous Golden Globes monologue. “[Female representation is] really important because a couple of decades back, women didnt have any representation in certain fields,” Lazarini said.

And the award goes to… patriarchy, again

By Pathfinder Editorial Board, Parkway West High School February 2, 2024

It’s award season. From the paparazzi clamoring for celebrity photos to internet debacles over the best-dressed attendees or the works that are most likely to win, the Golden Globes kicked off this year’s...

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