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The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

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PAZLEE SHEELEY GETS HER MAKE-A-WISH

By Ryah Easum, Powell High School November 5, 2024

In January of 2024, sophomore Pazlee Sheeley was diagnosed with cancer. Since then she has had a long recovery with lots of ups and downs. A recent “up” she shared with the Powell High School (PHS)...

Middle Schooler Continues Battle Against Leukemia

By Mona Ferraioli, Lake Forest High School November 5, 2024

Olivia ‘Livy’ Rubeck will celebrate her golden birthday on Nov. 11, just over a year after being diagnosed with leukemia and suffering a traumatic brain injury. That same day, Lake Forest High School...

Accessibility for All at the Adel Family Fun Center

By Kelsey Greenslade, Adel DeSoto Minburn High School - IA November 5, 2024

The 2024 Iowa Special Olympics Bowling Tournament was held at the Adel Family Fun Center on Oct. 14. Just a week prior to the competition it was brought to attention that the location was not handicap...

Rising Above: Tiana John’s Battle Against Leukemia

Rising Above: Tiana John’s Battle Against Leukemia

By Loraine Sanchez-Figueroa, Pembroke Pines Charter High School November 5, 2024

As September comes to a close, it draws an end to childhood cancer awareness month. There have been many people who have been diagnosed with such life-threatening diseases, such as a sophomore at Pembroke...

SOLDIER: Alumnus Mitchell Hoenig ‘20 speaks to students and teachers about his experience on Oct. 7 in Israel, serving in IDF reserves afterwards, and about his two friends – one who died fighting on Oct. 7, and one who was killed in Gaza months later. To start off the assembly on the roof, students and teachers clad in blue and white watched a video of the destroyed homes and buildings on kibbutzim in southern Israel after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks

With songs and stories, Shalhevet remembers Oct. 7 one year later

By Sophie Katz, Shalhevet High School October 31, 2024

A Magen David formed by electric candles on the ground illuminated the faces of Shalhevet students and faculty as they sat tightly packed around it for a kumzitz the morning of Oct. 7, 2024. Clad in...

Frisco's community comes out to support the Live Live Knox Foundation. (Photo Courtesy of Kimberly Dydalewicz)

‘Mom, My Goal Is To Be Kind’: Parents Strive To Keep Their Son’s Legacy Alive

By Poojasai Kona, Frisco High School October 25, 2024

While laughter echoed throughout the room, constant chatter was heard left and right. Alone, he sat on the brown benches in the cafeteria eating his lunch. Out of nowhere, a group of boys came to...

Rion and RHS counseling staff wear pink for breast cancer awareness.

Counselor returns after battle with cancer

By Ava Kulin, Revere High School October 25, 2024

RHS counselor Emily Rion was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer in mid-July when completing her routine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Her genetic mutation called CHEK2, which doubles the risk of...

From left to right, principal Sean Bevan, Mondarres' mother Carla Carten, CAP Graduate Daniel Mondarres and superintendent Gregory Martineau pose for a picture during Mondarres' CAP Graduation on Oct. 11.

Mondarres graduates CAP, seeks new adventure ahead

By Lila Shields, Algonquin Regional High School October 22, 2024

Postgraduate Daniel Mondarres received his diploma from the Community Access Program (CAP) on Oct. 11 with loved ones gathered to show support. Mondarres has been a part of the Algonquin community since...

Family heartbroken after sophomore dies in ATV accident

By Logan Day, Caney Creek High School October 21, 2024

It was an average night for Mason Love and his family. He was preparing dinner with his dad, something Mason enjoyed doing. He had free time before then so he went outside. “I’ll call you when it's...

When it Rains it Pours

When it Rains it Pours

By Kylie Fuller, Four Corners Upper School October 17, 2024

Just after people in Florida started to recuperate from the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton came through. Milton was projected to go straight through Tampa and hit the Four...

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Spotlighting the struggle and support

By Rhea Kakde, Green Hope High School October 17, 2024

“It just feels like you aren't in your body… you can see it traveling up the line into your bloodstream, and you can feel it when it enters your body.” Joven Song (‘25) still remembers the unsettling...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Pink Power: An In-Depth Look at Breast Cancer Awareness Month

By Lynden Hall, Rancho Cucamonga High School October 16, 2024

In the month of October, many people come together to reflect on the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month honors the many lives who have been affected by Breast Cancer, and to show support...

Hearn Way

By Morgan Parker, Lampasas High School October 16, 2024

Administration mounted a sign reading “Hearn Way” in the cosmetology hallway in remembrance of cosmetology teacher Christine Hearn who passed away June 21. “When the sign was presented during...

Members of Abby's Army are gathering together to spread the word and raise funds for kids with cancer as well as their families. Their energy and creativity really show as they work to support families facing this tough battle.

Abby’s Army: A family’s mission to brighten hospital stays

By Salsabil Chabreg, Athens Drive High School October 10, 2024

Abby Johnson is a young girl with cancer and has struggled with it throughout her life. Abby’s family has created an organization to help all patients with cancer and their families. Abby's Army has...

From left to right: Mario Mullen, James Cummings, Owen Wilbricht and Nash Phillips take a selfie at an ODU game on Jan. 27, 2024. Mullen was honored during the game as an ODU alumnus and former player on the men’s basketball team. Coach Mullen was known for going the extra mile, often initiating team bonding activities with his high school athletes, as pictured. Photo used with permission from James Cummings.

Remembering the life of beloved coach Mario Mullen

By Khadija Sissoko, Ocean Lakes High School October 8, 2024

It is often said that the impact one has on others cannot be quantified; former teacher and head basketball coach Mario Mullen is a testament to that.  Commonly referred to as a “Gentle Giant,”...

Father Paul Drobin: The loss of a beloved community member

By Breannan O’Hara, Utica University October 8, 2024

Father Paul Drobin, the longstanding chaplain of the Newman Center at Utica University who many considered a cherished member of the community, died on Sept. 27 at age 84. He impacted the lives of many...

Girls Soccer Team Fundraises For Coach With Breast Cancer

By Asiya Yousuf, Frisco High School October 8, 2024

The girls soccer team has been fundraising for their head coach, Jamie Leraas, who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. The team started three weeks ago in preparation for Leraas’s double mastectomy...

Republican Senate Candidate and ex-NBA Player Royce White (left) spoke with The Minnesota Star Tribune agriculture reporter Christopher
Vondracek (right) in an interview at the Minnesota State Fair on Aug. 22.

MN Senate Race Heats Up

By Yoni Zacks, The Blake School October 3, 2024

Editors’ note: Spectrum is currently working to schedule an interview with Senator Klobuchar. Amidst a crowded opening day of the State Fair filled with torrential rain and the usual crowds, Royce...

Tyrone Senior Thankful To Be A Cancer Survivor

By Olivia McMonagle, Tyrone Area High School October 3, 2024

When Tyrone High School senior Conner Marlett was just seven months old, his parents Chris and Krista (Marlett) Frye of Tyrone received news that no parent ever wants to hear. The news that their son...

Psychology teacher Shelly Gagnon back in her classroom after having to leave early last year in February for her cancer treatment.

Lancer Nation welcomes back loved teacher, Shelly Gagnon from her fight with cancer

By Domenica Vacca, Londonderry High School September 24, 2024

This year, one of LHS’ staff members was dealt the terrible news of a cancer diagnosis. On February 1, 2024, psychology teacher Shelly Gagnon received her cancer diagnosis for uterine cancer. “I...

Camp Sunshine: Making friends and memories

By Taylor Catton and Monroe Nienhuis September 24, 2024

On a hot midday in June, suitcase in one hand and duffle bag in the other, Camper Randall Snow walked down the tunnel of cheers and whistles that rang from the counselors at Camp Sunshine. For the 30th...

Iowa Shrine Bowl: more than a game

By Hadley Andersen, Liberty High School - North Liberty, Iowa September 20, 2024

The Iowa Shrine Bowl has had the privilege of raising funds and creating awareness for the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children for the past 53 years. Every day, they find new ways to promote and educate...

Beyond commemorating the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Biden directed much of his speech to looking forward. He spoke about the importance of understanding that past accomplishments are not the stopping point but rather the foundation from which to keep building. “President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 just two days before the Fourth of July,” Biden said. “He said in that bill signing, and I quote, ‘This is a proud triumph. Yet those who founded our country knew that freedom would be secure only if each generation fought to renew and enlarge its meaning.’” Biden called for a constitutional amendment that would prohibit immunity for crimes a former president committed while in office. “I share our founders’ belief that a president must answer to the law and the president is accountable in the exercise of the great power of the presidency,” he said. “We’re a nation of laws, not kings and dictators.” He also focused his attention on flawed aspects of the Supreme Court, which just granted presidential immunity in Trump v. The United States earlier this summer. Biden stated that term limits and a mandatory code of ethics would create a more balanced power over time. He said that these reforms are needed “to restore trust in the courts and preserve the system of checks and balances that are vital to our democracy.” During his remarks Biden talked directly about his decision to step aside from the 2024 presidential election, as President Johnson did in 1968. Following this decision, Biden endorsed Vice President Harris’ campaign for President and spoke on her ability to continue the work. “She has been an incredible partner to me, a champion of civil rights throughout her career, and she’ll continue to be an inspiring leader and project this very idea of America: the very idea that we’re all created equal and deserve to be treated equally throughout our lives,” he said. “We’ve never fully lived up to that, but we’ve never walked away from it.” Caption by Lillian Gray.

Biden, LBJ Library commemorate 60th anniversary of Civil Rights Act passage

By Lillian Gray and Noah Braun September 19, 2024

The LBJ Presidential Library hosted the commemoration of the 1964 Civil Rights Act on Monday afternoon. The event brought together guests as well as local and national dignitaries. President Joe Biden...

OVERDOSE AWARENESS MONTH. In honor of her brother Tank, Montgomery County resident Brandi Bentari distributed Narcan in August, Drug Overdose Awareness Month. photo courtesy of Brandi Bentari

Local woman distributes Narcan in honor of big brother

By Sujeidy Ortiz, Willis High School September 19, 2024

His death made a huge impact on her life but nothing will ever stop her from making him proud. In the heart of Conroe, Texas, a quiet yet powerful movement is taking place, led by a woman whose compassion...

Promoting Inclusivity with Unified Sports Basketball

By Elizabeth Martinez, Verrado High School September 17, 2024

This story was originally published on Viper Times on September 12, 2024.

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“Never Again”

By Delaney Peck, Richland Northeast High School September 17, 2024

(Editor’s note: Delaney Peck is the Sports Editor of The Saber.  Any opinions expressed are not necessarily those of The Saber staff.)  ¨Never again¨ again and again and again… Last year...

Baldwin sports community mourns 2 deaths

Anytime a Baldwin track athlete forgot to bring something to a meet or even just needed a fan to cheer them on, Coach Ed Helbig was there to help, junior Zach Lieu said. “At races, if you ever didn’t...

Cultural Beauty: Episode 1: hair types and routines

This story was originally published on The Declaration on May 30, 2024.

A close-up photo of Hunter Stadnyk (Opinion Editor of the Charge). It is made to show an example of the emotions one might feel from things that happen on social media.

How Media Influenced Child Influencers

By Hunter Stadnyk, Patriot High School May 31, 2024

With the rise of social media, there has been a growing concern for child influencers and young social media users. Now, more than ever, has there been an alarming number of child influencers being abused...

I choose the bear

By Arisella Rios, West Ottawa High School May 29, 2024

"Without question, I would immediately choose the bear," I said. A viral debate about choosing to be alone in the woods with a man or a bear gave me a realization of how deeply I distrust men. A bear...

Ryan White (pictured above) is shown holding a puppy at one of the station fundraiser events at DECA SCDC 2023.

Remembering Ryan White: A True Angel Among People

By Rathi Thiagarajan, Wentzville Liberty High School May 29, 2024

When I asked permission to write this article, it was honestly because there were so many thoughts in my head and I couldn’t even begin to voice them. Anger, sadness, and disappointment were only on...

   (Photo courtesy of the Zachary Porter Foundation)

Remembering Zoon

By Annie Davis and Luke Cheng May 29, 2024

One year ago, the Lake Bluff and Lake Forest communities tragically lost Zachary Porter who passed away on a trip to Alaska. The loss was unimaginable for anyone who knew Porter, an adventurous and kind-hearted...

Passing of Student Resource Officer Deputy Chris Ruchaj

By Sarah Slattery, Kaneland High School's student news publication May 22, 2024

On Feb. 14, 2024, Kaneland Community Unit School District 302 was informed that Kaneland High School Resource Officer (SRO) Deputy Christopher Ruchaj passed away unexpectedly from cardiac arrest at the...

Illustration by Kim McGill

My Father, the Pirate

By Delfino Camacho, El Camino College May 21, 2024

John Fogerty made me cry. It’s not like he hit or yelled at me. He sang a song. I heard it while walking through a swap meet last December. Fogerty was the singer for the 1960s American rock...

SF State journalism student Alex Kauffman died in an automobile accident on March 9, 2024 (courtesy of Leslie Quiroz)

SFSU mourns the loss of journalism student

By Steven Rissotto, Golden Gate Xpress May 21, 2024

San Francisco State University journalism student Alex Kauffman died suddenly in an automobile accident on March 9, according to a family confirmation sent to the Division of Student Life. He was 22. Kauffman...

Ivan Wolkind, Shalhevet dad, champion of community safety and liaison with law enforcement, dies at 56

By Mira Schulman, Shalhevet High School May 17, 2024

Mr. Ivan Wolkind, father of current senior Nettie Wolkind and two Shalhevet alumni and former Chief Operating and Chief Financial Officer of the Los Angeles Jewish Federation, passed away suddenly on May...

Junior Giselle Yokomichi poses behind a curtain. For Yokomichi, her experience with sexual assault was a battle between sharing her story and staying quiet. "As far as my own experience and others, a lot of the time you want to stay anonymous and we want to keep the other person anonymous," Yokomichi said. "You don't want to be reminded of it. I feel like most victims want to stay quiet and hidden away."

‘You Never Really Heal From Something Like That’

By Alex Gribb, Cherry Creek High School May 17, 2024

Trigger Warning: the following article contains graphic content depicting sexual assault ‘Victims are scared to share...We need to have way more discussions about sexual assault.’ -Junior Giselle...

Empowering Passion: Lucy Peterson’s Journey of Inspiration

By Lucy Peterson, Mount Vernon High School May 15, 2024

As the students approached their final assignment, they were tasked with embarking on a passion project—an endeavor fueled by self-motivation, distinct from our prior coursework. This project serves...

VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociology’s “Fun Friday”

By Renna Eimer, Hudson High School May 15, 2024

In Hudson High School’s Sociology course, Marc Zustin not only teaches culture, social ills and deviance to his students, but he also incorporates Fun Friday. Fun Friday is when students in Sociology...

Los Osos High School's special needs students participating in Best Buddies' Grizzly Games!

Grizzly Games

By Emily Liu, Los Osos High School May 15, 2024

Grizzly Games is a day of field games that is put on by Los Osos High School’s Best Buddies. It invites Special Education programs from eight different high schools across the district to participate...

Mr. Blue & Gold

By Grace Marquess, Frisco High School May 13, 2024

Encouraging. Impactful. Devoted. Entertaining. Supportive. All terms used to describe government teacher Jim Wirwahn, who will be retiring at the conclusion of this school year. After 32 years teaching...

OHS Alum Amelia Zai poses for a picture at the launch of her book, Amelia Takes on Cancer. (Yu Family)

Amelia Zai: Leaving a Mark with Stories

By Amanda Yu, Stanford Online High School May 8, 2024

For OHS Alum Amelia Zai (‘23), the school year at UCLA was just starting. Welcome Week just happened, and it’s been a hectic week of excitement.  Amelia says, “It’s been a lot of meeting new people,...

Erica Yahya discusses her past and how it has shaped her present, helping her learn more about herself.

Yahya’s Guide to Moving Forward with Grief

By Cooper Bass, Bullitt East High School May 8, 2024

Erica Yahya is first and foremost, a lover of life and people. Her vibrant personality is contagious, especially to her students. As a psychology professor for JCTC, she has received the opportunity to...

Tri-M President Addison Miller and Vice President Lauren MacDonnell introduce the event.

Tri-M Hosts Coffee House Event for Ginny Hooper

By Ash Woerner, Loudoun Valley High School April 30, 2024

Music honors society Tri-M held a benefit concert on April 16 for senior Ginny Hooper, who was diagnosed with stage IV metastatic adrenocortical cancer earlier this school year. Members of Tri-M, the...

Ruby (right) and I (left) together in a Walgreens basket, feeling the holiday spirit.

Personal Column: My love’s souvenir

By Lorena Chavez, Carnegie Vanguard High School April 23, 2024

“Ruby Chavez.” As the principal of my sister’s high school announced her name, applause flooded the auditorium. My parents, well in their 50s, slowly made their way across the stage: my mom in...

Faculty remembers Sister Joy

By Hazel Nagata-Rampata ‘26, ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL April 23, 2024

A woman who embodied her name, Sister Joy Giovanni was a person truly special to the Archbishop Riordan community during her time here as a counselor. On Jan. 16, Sr. Joy died at the age of 84 years...

Best Buddies gathers for a group photo at last years Best Buddies Prom. This is the clubs second year in the national Best Buddies program that builds connections between special education students and their non-disabled peers.

Best Buddies goes to prom

By Sadie Good, Lake Zurich High School April 19, 2024

Prom is a milestone for many high school students— formal clothes, loud music, and large crowds, however, may not be a comfortable environment for everyone. In order to ensure students with special needs...

COLUMBIA, MARYLAND, FEBRUARY 20, 2024 -- Ramsey Jenkins, a sixth year ALS student, and Assistant Principal Mr. Sillers sing Be Our Guest, from Disney’s "Beauty and the Beast" at A lunch. Their performances happen daily. Ramsey says singing on the microphone with Mr. Sillers is the best part of his day.

ALS Program Creates Pathways to Opportunities for Students

By Arielle Levine, Wilde Lake High School April 19, 2024

For most of her life, junior Katie Yarrish witnessed her family grapple with the uncertainty of the future for her brother Ross, a fifth year Academic Life Skills (ALS) student at the Lake. Now, Katie...

SEASPAR names 2023 Athlete of the Year

By Malini Fisher, Downers Grove North High School April 17, 2024

Sophomore Aidan Metzl, a member of the D99 hoops basketball team, Special Olympics track & field team, and SEASPAR swim and bowling team, is on a roll this season. Metzl was awarded Athlete of the...

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