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Eight candles hold the attention in this digitally constructed image made in Procreate by Nora Vedder. Holocaust Remembrance Day, held today, Jan. 27, is an international day remembering the 6 million Jewish people that died during the Holocaust because of their religion. On Jan. 27, 1945, the largest death camp, Auschwitz, was liberated, Holocaust Remembrance Day takes place on the anniversary of the camps liberation. The attached article discusses both the Holocaust and the ongoing acts of antisemitism worldwide – and here.
Students, staff discuss antisemitism, Holocaust Remembrance Day
January 30, 2023
Whale Safe has deployed several buoys equipped with high-tech artificial intelligence (AI) technology to detect whale populations. The Benioff Ocean Initiative has worked with leading whale scientists from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), The Marine Mammal Center, and many other institutions to develop the project.
AI saves whales from deadly ship strikes
January 30, 2023
Two security vehicles were parked in front of RM’s main entrance on Wednesday, Jan. 25.
Former student with gun trespasses on RM campus
January 27, 2023
Bolsonaro supporters infiltrate the National Congress by breaking through protective police barriers Jan. 8. The results of the Brazil 2022 presidential elections incited outrage, leading to protests and riots across the country.
Brazilian protests spark conversation around democratic election results
January 25, 2023
Dylan Englebrecht prepares to vote in the 2020 election. He also attended the Republican caucus earlier in the election cycle.
Iowa poised to lose first-state status in 2024 Democratic primary
January 25, 2023
President and junior Injila Adil helps members during a workshop on coding with consideration of syntax. “Its my first year doing this club, and so far I think its a great experience,” sophomore Shriya Ravipati said. “I dont know coding that well, so the others are helping me learn. I feel like coding is just a good skill to have.”
Girls Who Code Club Get in the ‘Algo-rhythm’ of Inspiring and Teaching
January 30, 2023
Technology is being used effectively to bring different generations together
Martinelli’s Tandem App: Connecting Generations
January 30, 2023
Maize High’s college and career counselor, Diane Close meets with students every day to help them plan for their lives after high school.
Entering the danger zone
January 30, 2023
The partition of India and Pakistan displaced millions across the subcontinent Aug. 15, 1947. A mass exodus ensued, relocating many to regions that matched their cultural and religious beliefs.
Indian partition survivors, South Asian community reflects on impact 75 years later
January 30, 2023
Ready for action: The crowd of protesters in front of the UCSF Sol Silverman Oral Medicine Clinic listen to speakers after marching in organized groups while holding signs with “Honk 4 Living Wages” and “On Strike: Unfair Labor Practice.” It is their fourth day outside, and the speaker empowers the crowd to bring more pots, pans, or anything else that makes noise to the upcoming rallies.
A national labor movement: The journey towards better working conditions
January 27, 2023
Yorba Linda High Schools Head Football Coach Jeff Bailey recently led the Mustangs to another CIF Championship.
Coach Bailey is the OC Register’s Orange County Football Coach of the Year
January 26, 2023
Looking into the distance, junior Jacob Wimberly recovers after a set. Wimberly has swam as long as he could remember. I moved to North Carolina from Florida and began competitively swimming, he said. It started with summer leagues, and then I went to a club, and it really took off from there.
Swimming to success: Jacob Wimberly reflects on his competitive career, national ranking
January 25, 2023
FOURTH QUARTER. Receiving his 10th of 12th rounds of chemo, Coach Michael Storms starts what he coined the fourth quarter of his treatment. After experiencing chemo with her husband, Coach Megan Storms recruited some of her volleyball players to spread cheer at the hospital where Storms and many others receive cancer treatment.
Volleyball team makes impact in community by bringing joy to cancer patients
January 25, 2023
EYE TO EYE: Junior Kayleigh Loo helps coach sophomore Natalia Cruz during practice.
Girls’ wrestling makes their mark on the mat
January 24, 2023
Senior offensive lineman Erick Zapata prepares to go back in a home game last fall. He was first-team all-district.
Zapata chases childhood dreams with parents’ support
January 24, 2023
Junior Ava Horwitz holding her debut book, Growing Pains, a poetry collection.
Latin’s Newest Must-Read: ‘Growing Pains’
January 25, 2023
The “Get Ready With Me” (GRWM) TikTok trend, spread on all platforms of media, showing the inside of everyone’s regular lives. These videos make new people and products popular, spreading influence to people in all communities, especially beauty viewers. The trends allow watchers to enjoy the behind-the-scenes in peoples lives and find inspiration for new adventures and creative looks.
Get Ready to talk about GRWM
January 25, 2023
Jeon poses with her new book Brand New World. Her book, available on Amazon, combines elements of Greek mythology, tragedy and dark academia.
Jina Jeon ’23 publishes novel
January 24, 2023
Why does modern art get so much hate? Modern art may seem meaningless at first glance, but when you consider the context in which the art is created, you may uncover the significance.
Modern art gets too much hate
January 23, 2023
Cast members of the Student Directed Showcase (SDS) musical Working gather onstage for their closing song. The SDS shows, performed on Jan. 6 and Jan. 7 for Harker students and families at the Rothschild Performing Arts Center at 7:00 p.m., consisted of four plays directed by four seniors.
Performers unveil work in the arts during Student Directed Showcase productions
January 20, 2023
Social media aside, students, teachers and administrators should be aware of difficulties and complications faced by women with ADHD inside and outside of school due to societal expectations and gender norms.
Women with ADHD face different — and difficult — societal expectations
January 30, 2023
Dealing with population growth requires us to strike a careful balance between the needs of humans and nature.
The overpopulation myth obstructs meaningful climate action
January 27, 2023
Cannon Falls has limited options for EV charging but there are a set of EV chargers in the city parking lot.
EVs not ready for prime time
January 26, 2023
We have a chance to recommit to our humanity and the individualized quirks and insights that make our thinking special.
ChatGPT and education, Claire-ified
January 23, 2023
When a name that doesnt match a students gender is displayed on their records, it exposes them to discriminatory harassment and abuse.
MSSD14 needs name change policy
January 19, 2023
MHSNews | The Deeper Meaning of ASL
MHSNews | The Deeper Meaning of ASL
January 26, 2023
MHSNews | Local YoYo Club Educates and Performs Around the St. Louis Area
MHSNews | Local YoYo Club Educates and Performs Around the St. Louis Area
January 25, 2023
MHSNews | Esports Tournaments Form Community in STL
MHSNews | Esports Tournaments Form Community in STL
January 24, 2023
MHSNews | HOSA Hosts First Annual MHS Stem Night
MHSNews | HOSA Hosts First Annual MHS Stem Night
January 23, 2023
In a digitally constructed image created by senior Gianna Galante, Whos Got Aux?, the title of podcast created by Mithra Cama and Galante is displayed. In their first episode, Cama and Galante share songs they think the other person would like. They also share their most recent favorite songs.
Who’s got aux? – Lana Del Ray vs. 5SOS
January 23, 2023
MHSNews | The Deeper Meaning of ASL
MHSNews | The Deeper Meaning of ASL
January 26, 2023
MHSNews | Local YoYo Club Educates and Performs Around the St. Louis Area
MHSNews | Local YoYo Club Educates and Performs Around the St. Louis Area
January 25, 2023
MHSNews | Esports Tournaments Form Community in STL
MHSNews | Esports Tournaments Form Community in STL
January 24, 2023
MHSNews | HOSA Hosts First Annual MHS Stem Night
MHSNews | HOSA Hosts First Annual MHS Stem Night
January 23, 2023
MHSNews | Freshman Study Slam Promotes Scholarship and Leadership
MHSNews | Freshman Study Slam Promotes Scholarship and Leadership
January 20, 2023
LAST TIME FOR THE TRIO: Seniors and chamber choir members Cate Thomason, Georgiana Murray and Stella Pitts perform “Landslide” in the style of The Chicks during a performance of the annual choir cabaret. This year’s cabaret production, themed “This is the Moment… Be a Light,” featured songs about the choice humans face to build someone up or break them down. Thomason said after four years of performing together, the trio’s personalities blend as well as their voices. For the trio, this Cabaret was bittersweet. “We weren’t that nervous this year because we’ve been singing together for so long,” Thomason said.  “We were mainly just excited and sad that it was our last year singing together.” Former choir directors Malcolm Nelson and Cheryl Lindquist returned to Mac to put on Cabaret this year. Thomason said Nelson and Lindquist’s fun taste in music made the experience even better. “Cabaret is a lot of work but it’s a lot of fun music and an exciting experience,” Thomason said. “We are really fortunate to have Mr. Nelson and Dr. Lindquist coach and help us with everything. I think they’re really good at picking fun songs and putting so much together in such a short amount of time.” Photo by Francesca Dietz. Reporting by Ingrid Smith.
Cabaret 2022 succeeds in bringing the ‘Light’
December 13, 2022
The opening scene of the play. Lead Matthew Menendez, who plays Christopher, lays on Wellington.
Photo Essay: Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
November 18, 2022
FUN WITH FRIENDS: Sophomores Hazel Trominski, Julia Rasp and Zalie Mann pose for the camera during Pink Week’s lunch festivities. Students in the science courtyard throughout the week enjoyed the activities while spending time with friends and sporting their best pink wear. Rasp went all-out during Pink Week, pink being her favorite color. “I think it’s awesome that they’re raising money for breast cancer awareness and doing fun stuff and that a lot of it is student-organized,” Rasp said. Caption by Camilla Vandegrift.
Pink Week 2022 sets standard for fun, fundraising
November 7, 2022
Senior Maya Cidale (Mal) alongside senior Kathryn Dooley (Evie), junior Henry Mayes (Carlos) and senior Anderson Zoll (Jay) perform Ways to be Wicked, a number in which the four evils reunite to take over Auradon. For Cidale, developing her character was a significant aspect of her rehearsal process. “It was actually a very interesting process finding my version of Mal,” Cidale said.  “I started off by pretending to be Regina George if she had magic on her side, but then I took a closer look at how all of the iconic mean girls achieved that status. I realized it was all about making people second guess themselves. From that realization, I stemmed every tactic from wanting people to question what they know is right.” Reporting by Alice Scott.
‘Descendants’ brings Disney magic to life
October 26, 2022
SENIOR SEASON: Decked out in their jerseys, senior Parker Mitchell takes a photo of senior Sophia Kramer and friends before the first day of school in the senior parking lot. The night before, the class of ‘23 decorated their cars to show their senior pride going into their last year of high school. “It’s tradition for seniors to come and take [pictures] the morning before the first day of school,” Kramer said. “Being able to share that memory together is definitely bittersweet. I’m super excited for this year but I am anticipating all the lasts.” Reporting by Alice Scott.
Welcome back to Mac
October 4, 2022
In a digitally constructed image created by senior Gianna Galante, Whos Got Aux?, the title of podcast created by Mithra Cama and Galante is displayed. In their first episode, Cama and Galante share songs they think the other person would like. They also share their most recent favorite songs.
Who’s got aux? – Lana Del Ray vs. 5SOS
January 23, 2023
Beyond the Surface Ep. 3: Know who you are
Beyond the Surface Ep. 3: Know who you are
January 20, 2023
Beyond the Bubble is an interview-based podcast that covers localized national news.
Beyond the Bubble: Celebrating Religious Differences
December 15, 2022
This is the first installment of Midterms Mayhem, a podcast where Aquila staff members discuss the 2022 midterm elections with upper school community members. In this episode, Aquila reporters Ella, Emma and Anika talk with U.S. history teacher Andrew Tate, Emmett Chung (12) and Trisha Variyar (12) about some of the key issues in the upcoming elections. 
Midterms Mayhem Episode 1: Key issues precede upcoming elections
November 7, 2022
Levin speaks at an abortion rights protest they planned with TX4Abortion on Sept. 4.
Levin finds their voice in the fight for abortion rights
October 6, 2022
Families enjoy the beaches in Fort Myers prior to Hurricane Ian. The hurricane caused damage throughout Southwest Florida, including areas like Fort Myers.
Hurricane Ian Affects the Marquette Community
October 7, 2022
A POIGNANT PERFORMANCE: Jessie Lucas gave a stirring solo performance of a song she wrote during coffee on Friday, Nov. 5. With Coffeehouse, Lucas had been given the opportunity to pour her heart out through her song lyrics. “Getting to perform at Coffeehouse was really scary in the moment, but it was also super emotionally rewarding for me as well,” Lucas said. Caption by Grace Vitale.
Coffeehouse enjoys triumphant return to Mac campus
December 15, 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
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
Families enjoy the beaches in Fort Myers prior to Hurricane Ian. The hurricane caused damage throughout Southwest Florida, including areas like Fort Myers.
Hurricane Ian Affects the Marquette Community
October 7, 2022
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
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
A POIGNANT PERFORMANCE: Jessie Lucas gave a stirring solo performance of a song she wrote during coffee on Friday, Nov. 5. With Coffeehouse, Lucas had been given the opportunity to pour her heart out through her song lyrics. “Getting to perform at Coffeehouse was really scary in the moment, but it was also super emotionally rewarding for me as well,” Lucas said. Caption by Grace Vitale.
Coffeehouse enjoys triumphant return to Mac campus
December 15, 2021
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
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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