Promposals Too Disruptive?
By D'Yani Gregoire, Miami Country Day School
May 30, 2019
Inviting someone to the prom is nothing new. But, in 2001 when a Texan boy broadcast his invitation to the prom over his school’s PA system, promposals were born. Since then, they’ve gotten more and more extravagant. Some might even say, disruptive. But how disruptive are they really? And what...
Video: State Of Play
By Michelle Liu and Andrew Khalil
May 20, 2019
From Hot Topic to Orphan Train to Grease, the theatre department has provided both laughter and tears for the community. But the drama students here also have a competitive side. Michelle and Andrew take us onstage. This story was originally published on The Red Ledger on April 25, 2019....
Busy bees
By Bekah Algaze, Starr's Mill High School
May 16, 2019
Seniors Harrison Fultz and Nick Nyman, two of the captains on the Starr’s Mill cross country and track teams, both hold numerous distance records as teammates and individuals. Last fall, they helped win the first cross country state championship in school history. Both of them will continue their running...
Behind the Scenes: Hair, Makeup, and Costume crews for Curtains Musical
By Tallula Taylor ’21 and Eliza Barr ’21, Staples High School
May 16, 2019
This story was originally published on Inklings on April 27, 2019.
Boys track changes routine to seek improvement
By Kelly Jankowski, Ariel Oh, and Phillip Pakowski
May 15, 2019
This story was originally published on Blueprint on April 30, 2019.
Godinez Fundamental High School Swim Team competes at Santa Ana Unified School District Relays
May 15, 2019
This story was originally published on Grizzly Gazette on April 27, 2019.
In the seventh episode of ‘The S Word’, senior Excalibur co-editor in chief discusses her story
By Stella Shenkman and Alexandra Dowd
May 14, 2019
In the seventh episode of The Shield podcast series, The S-Word, podcast host Alex Dowd, and producer Stella Shenkman sit down with one of McCallum’s 2018-2019 Excalibur co-editor in chief’s, senior Lilian Sease. Excalibur is the official McCallum literary magazine, which includes student-submit...
Targets acquired
By Kasey Harvey, Liberty High School
May 14, 2019
Stalking their prey, they scan their hit list, and wait. They wait for the perfect opportunity to strike. Ambushing their victim, they draw their weapon and pull the trigger. Screaming, they reel back in shock as they look down and see they’ve been hit. Drenched with water, it’s game...
“Cross”-ing From Student To Teacher
By Erin Mosier, Omaha Westside High School
May 14, 2019
This story was originally published on Westside Wired on April 17, 2019.
Q Street Classic
By Madelyn Augustine and Sydney Looney
May 6, 2019
This story was originally published on The Catalyst on April 5, 2019.
The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates the coming of spring
By Bella Reeves, Carlmont High School
May 5, 2019
On April 13, the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival was held in San Francisco's Japantown for many to enjoy. This story was originally published on Scot Scoop News on April 16, 2019....
Schoolhouse Rock
By Sophia Heussner and Lee Kinnebrew
May 4, 2019
Teachers and administrators need strong relationships to make a school successful, but some of our district employees have a connection that is truly “harmonious.” This story was originally published on The Red Ledger on March 27, 2019....
Students and staff celebrate colorful cultures during “It’s A Small World”
By Lara Russell-Lasalandra, Gulliver Preparatory
April 30, 2019
Students and staff embraced their cultural diversity during the “It’s a Small World” event orchestrated by the world language department on Feb. 7. The event celebrated the various ethnicities that the student body represents as well as highlighted the different foreign languages the school offers....
La Casa de San Gabriel Hosts Gala Dinner and Fundraiser
By Ramon Alvarado, Rio Hondo College
April 29, 2019
This story was originally published on El Paisano on February 1, 2019.
CNN presents: Kaedin D
April 26, 2019
This story was originally published on The Cougar Call on March 14, 2019.
Additional courses at Downers Grove North add depth to the curriculum
By Kelly Jankowski, Downers Grove South High School
April 23, 2019
This story was originally published on Blueprint on April 4, 2019.
Culture over Coffee, Episode 33: Coaching styles in question
By Jeremy Ramsey, Pleasant Valley High School
April 19, 2019
Welcome to Culture over Coffee, the Spartan Shield’s podcast where we talk about pop culture, new trends, and other news outside of the PV school district over a cup of coffee. Episode #3: Spartan athletes and seniors Evan Kilstrom and Grant Zimmerman join Jeremy Ramsey to discuss their experiences...
Photo essay: Surveying South Congress
By Anna McClellan, McCallum High School
April 19, 2019
South Congress, also known as SoCo to local Austinites, is home to Amy’s Ice Creams, Homeslice Pizza, and many other local hotspots. Whether you walk, drive, bike or scooter, SoCo is definitely worth a visit. BUILDING UP AND OUT- South Congress leads right up to the Capitol. This means that whether you are renting scooters and b...
No Place For Hate Parade
By Amara Robertson and Maya Amador
April 17, 2019
This story was originally published on The Lone Star Dispatch on April 6, 2019.
In second episode of ‘The S Word’ podcast, GAHSMTA nominees take us behind scenes of ’42nd Street’
By Alex Dowd and Stella Shenkman, McCallum High School
April 11, 2019
In the second episode of The Spoken Word, host Alex Dowd and producer Stella Shenkman sit down and talk with GAHSMTA-nominated members of the cast and crew of 42nd Street. Lauded as Austin's version of the Tony Awards, the Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards celebrates musical thea...
POVs of CHS: Episode 1
By Jada Davis, Colonia High School
April 11, 2019
In the first ever episode of POV's of CHS, Jada Davis interviews Caroline Grey, a senior transgender at Colonia High School who has issues with her parents and how it shapes her to become a stronger person. Tagged by NCH Software This story was originally published on The Declaration on February 19, 2019....
After The Miracle: Carl Brown
By Devin Farrish, Omaha Westside High School
April 9, 2019
This story was originally published on Westside Wired on March 8, 2019.
E-Sports Team Begins Competing at FHN
By Carson Ramirez, Francis Howell North High School
April 5, 2019
In January the esports team began meeting and practicing. They are now competing against other schools and are participating in a national tournament. There are teams that are playing Overwatch or League of Legends. Brett Bevill sponsors and leads the group with a few students that help coach the play...
Improv night provides fun challenge for student actors
April 4, 2019
This story was originally published on GCAA Today on January 16, 2019.
A Lifesaving Lesson
By Chaney Kelly and Grant Vogel
April 3, 2019
Here at the high school, students have many opportunities to explore their future career plans, and the Emergency Medical Services program is no exception. Chaney and Grant take us to the class that teaches students to saves lives. This story was originally published on The Red Ledger on March 26, 2019....
Senioritis Spreads Through Sage
By Maddie DeVilbiss and Sophia Parks
April 2, 2019
Senioritis is a term used to describe the decreased motivation toward studies displayed by students who are nearing the end of their high school. Here is an inside look at one student faced by this epidemic. This story was originally published on The Sage on March 21, 2019....
Fala’s Coffee Shop
By Elizabeth Hahn and Kiersten Watkins
April 2, 2019
This story was originally published on The Catalyst on February 13, 2019.
Pique Episode 2 features behind-the-scenes ‘listen’ with Nico Ray
By Katie Johnson, Prosper High School
April 2, 2019
Episode 2 of the "Pique" podcast features an in-depth conversation about senior Nico Ray's documentary "When Worlds Collide." Ray goes into detail about his experiences with "Kids Prosper Kids," explaining how he traveled to Ghana twice and watched the organization blossom into something much bigger...
California College of the Arts hosts 2019 Holi Festival
By Bella Reeves, Carlmont High School
April 1, 2019
On March 16, California College of the Arts held the 2019 Holi Festival. All funds made from the event were given to the ASHA non-profit organization to support education in India. This story was originally published on Scot Scoop News on March 20, 2019....
Thriving at Small and Large Schools
By Harper Hughes and Sierra Jorden
April 1, 2019
Schools size is a huge factor when deciding what high school to go to. Both small and large sized schools have their own pros and cons. This story was originally published on The Sage on March 20, 2019.