“Whitewashed” has become a term used to describe those who behave in a “white manner.” Calling someone “whitewashed” is not only inaccurate, but also makes no sense – it is impossible to...

You’re sitting in class, the clock ticking away as you reach your hands under your desk to pull your chair in. Suddenly, you find yourself playing “Where’s the Gum?” and—lucky you—it’s EVERYWHERE....

As each school day starts, chaos sweeps through the lanes of Johnson Avenue, the major road that acts as both an entrance and exit to Lynbrook’s campus. Cars wait impatiently to turn, students hurriedly...

As the saying goes, a picture says a thousand words. But in the case of an Instagram screenshot of a shooting threat that circulated amongst Brea Olinda High School students on Nov. 12, a picture also...

I have a strong disconnect between my personality, looks and identity. I look “Black,” my hair is braided and my complexion is light brown. But, I've never been to a cookout, I don’t know all the...

Chances are, if you picked up a newspaper at the end of 2021, the dominant headlines would feature our highly decorated Olympic gymnastics team. But instead of standing tall in preparation for a whimsical...

The United States has taken large steps forward in regards to having their first female Vice President, but still has a long way to go. Gender bias continues to be prevalent in the United States as shown...

As the creator of the cover story on this issue, I am once again collecting data on an election. I sent out surveys online and made them anonymous with a “comment” section for people to type out their...

A new non-profit organization, Why Don’t You Stay Awhile, is on a mission to encourage young people to stay and build their futures in the Ohio Valley. Founded just three months ago by Spencer Porter,...

For the past month, TikTok edits of Beyoncé and Jay-Z clips from the Grammy Awards have been plaguing senior Deeksha Kemthur’s TikTok For You page. ‘90s rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs’ public arrest...

College is a place where children grow into adulthood and are meant to flourish under newfound freedom. It's a place for kids to be young and dumb, and to learn from those mistakes. Contrary to the initial...

Throughout the country active threats in schools have become a growing fear in all students, including McHenry High School (MCHS) and the greater community. Specifically, students who have classes in the...

On Nov. 5, Americans everywhere will head to the polls to cast their votes in the 2024 general election. This is a monumental day for the country as candidates are switched out, policies are altered, and...

Walking into Friends on Wednesday morning, most students and faculty looked defeated. It was a jarring contrast to Tuesday when people enthusiastically sported “I Voted!” stickers.  On Wednesday,...

When a woman insults another woman, the woman being torn down isn’t being targeted for her actions or personality. The methods used to insult women online tend to ignore the truly offensive substance,...

If you have driven around in Ohio these past few months, you most likely have seen signs reading “Vote No: Stop Gerrymandering” and “Vote Yes: Ban Gerrymandering.”  At first glance, the two...

This November, FUHSD board seats for Trustee Areas 2 and 5 were up for grabs. Candidates raced to campaign at PTSA events and candidate forums, aiming to best represent the interests of parents, teachers...

Two outfits lay on my bed: my “Wednesday Addams” Halloween costume and my pink lehenga. What should I pick? I am an Indian American. I was born and raised in the United States, but I hold my Indian...

The term “DEI” (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), has recently resurfaced in the conservative political space. First coined in the 1960s during the civil rights movement, DEI emerged as part of efforts...

In 2023, Target faced serious backlash after anti-LGBTQ+ riots targeted their recently released pride collection. At one store in Columbus, Ohio, neo-Nazis carried swastika flags and shouted...

Throughout Logansport's history, immigrants have been the town's bedrock. In 1826, the town's original settlers were immigrants not native to the land originally occupied by the Miami and Pottawattomie...

Traditions come and go—and when the world changes, sometimes traditions need to change with it. At Kennedy, the traditional titles of “Homecoming King and Queen” have been replaced by the generic...

Homework. It is generally accepted that it leads to good grades and better understanding of a topic, but it is important to realize that there is such a thing as too much homework. At WHHS, results...

As a social breed, humanity craves communication. Our capacity for language, that which distinguishes us from the other beasts of this Earth, simultaneously unites us in need, and diversifies us in the...

All high school students must fulfill certain course requirements throughout their four years of high school. This varies from the four years of required English credits (20 credits, five credits per year),...

Half-eaten breadsticks, crusts of pizza, unfinished chicken drumsticks…we throw a lot of food away at St. Mary’s. But we’re not alone. Nationally, people waste 92 billion pounds of food annually,...

Phone use in school has been proven to be a double-edged sword; while some thrive with easy access to the entire internet in their palm, others may be distracted by the beeps and buzzes coming from their...

As the school year begins, we cannot help but scratch our heads at the flurry of seemingly unforced difficulties Alexandria City High School is facing. From the schedule release debacle, to the atrocious...

The price of prescription medicine has long been a topic of political and social debate. In 2023 alone, the U.S. spent around $722 billion dollars on prescription medicines, or over $1,000 monthly per...

Since its founding in 1925, The National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA) has amassed major recognition as one of the oldest and most respected high school academic organizations. This year, the NSDA...

During the Community Service Assembly on Sept. 30, we displayed neither the honor demanded of St. John’s students nor basic human decency. What happened that day was completely unacceptable—it’s...

“... best ever!” “... league of her own…” “... a world innovator…” “... running out of adjectives to describe…” “... impossible? Not for someone like...” Simone...

On May 17, Minnesota became the 18th state to pass a New Voices law into action, thus becoming the 18th state to make a major step toward unfiltered student journalism. The legislation increases protections...

As I got my math test handed back, I couldn’t help but fixate on the grade: 48/50. In a room filled with perfect scores, my near-perfect grade fell short. Should I have studied harder? Substituted that...

Entering high school in 2024 is much like the reaping in The Hunger Games. While going to school for four years and acquiring an education is quite different than being dropped into a free-for-all arena—and...

Every student at some point in their life has raised their hand and asked the fateful question: “Can I use the bathroom?” This often leads to either a serious answer, or the classic joke-response,...

An editorial is an article that reflects the opinion of the Wildcat Chronicle's staff, offering analysis and commentary on a current issue affecting the school or larger community. Unlike news stories,...

Teachers can seem scary. They assign dreaded homework. They bore us with never-ending lectures. They schedule stressful assessments weekly. They also want nothing less than the best for their students. WSSD...

It’s no secret that high school is a stressful time. Between balancing classwork, clubs, sports and a social life, it’s easy for students to feel overwhelmed, and managing mental health amidst these...

The 21st century has seen the United States’ first Black president, first female presidential candidate and first female vice president. This facade of diversity shines a beacon of hope for minorities...

Changes to the student handbook often go unnoticed, skipped over in a rush to prepare for the start of the year. Kennedy High School’s change in policy regarding admittance to school dances has left...

The other night I opened my phone to a Snapchat post of someone quoting their friend saying, “I’m going to rape you.” This nauseating phrase was used in a humorous context, and it is a form of comedy...

The song of censorship is increasingly becoming all too familiar for student journalists. With the heightened political division in the U.S., school administrators are quick to strike down any stories...

September is Suicide Prevention Month, making it more crucial than ever for schools to spread awareness. Student mental health has been declining over the years, yet many schools are choosing to ignore...

On a quiet September afternoon, an Archer student walks home from her late bus stop. It is 6:30 p.m., and the sun has almost set. She passes gas stations, stores and houses, eventually turning onto an...

Back-to-school season in America brings new students, new backpacks, new teachers, more lesson plans, more security, more metal detectors, more lockdown drills, and more school shootings. In America, back-to-school...

While scrolling through Instagram, De Anza professor Anya Iyengar’s son came across a harmless video of chefs making pizza. However, when her son showed her the comments section, she was hit by unrelated...

In recent years, the alarming increase in school shootings has cast a shadow over the safety of educational institutions across the United States. The tragic events at Sandy Hook Elementary in 2012 and...

I am no stranger to being called “whitewashed” — it’s a term I’ve heard over and over from my family and friends, along with synonymous terms like “coconut” (brown on the outside, white on...

“I’m sorry Mom,” which is, according to CNN, the last thing that Colt Gray sent to his mother, Marcee Gray, before shooting up his school. Although his mother called the school shortly after receiving...