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If a LCPS student attempts to open a Pinterest page on a school device or school Wi-Fi, they are met with a blocked notice featuring the link name accompanied by the comment “is not available because it is categorized as Pinterest.” Many other pages are banned under the category of “mature art” or “games,” so it is notable that the platform has received its own block category.
A Block on Creativity: LCPS Broadens Website Bans to Include Pinterest
October 25, 2024
Senator Chris Kolker (D-16) speaks with students after the meeting. Multiple different Students Demand Action groups worked to host a panel-like meeting with Colorado state legislators in order to discuss gun violence and control.
Colorado Students Demand Action Clubs Host Meeting With State Legislators on Gun Control: See Moments Here
October 25, 2024
Club Hub Rollout To Resume After Privacy, Login Concerns Resolved
Club Hub Rollout To Resume After Privacy, Login Concerns Resolved
October 23, 2024
Out of Office
Out of Office
October 23, 2024
Demetrio walking with First Lady Jill Biden into the "Girls Leading Change" Ceremony at the White House
Girls Leading Change Honoree Noel Demetrio Recognized by the First Lady for “Project Xenia”
October 22, 2024
In one of the newly made garden beds, Christopher Li '25 sets a plant in the soil. He collected a variety of plants and seeds to include in the garden. "I also collected [a lot of the seeds I sowed] outside in neighborhoods, parks, and sometimes on the side of the road," Li said.
Taking Root
October 25, 2024
The world map pinboard in ELD room C206 represents the home countries of MVHS students | Samuel Teo
Students face unique challenges when going abroad for college
October 25, 2024
Contrary to popular belief, ADHD is not a product of poor behavior or habits and is rather rooted in the brain’s chemistry. The condition is largely driven by differences in neurotransmitter activity, particularly dopamine, which controls motivation and reward processing.
Breaking down stigmas, embracing complexity
October 25, 2024
As more people turn to ChatGPT and other AI tools like Google’s Gemini and Anthropic’s Claude, increased usage poses the increased threat of droughts. Global AI demand is projected to rise exponentially to over .5 trillion by 2030.
Global Reset: AI revolution or climate devastation?
October 25, 2024
Two Narratives, One Conflict
October 25, 2024
Freshman Jake Brasington gets blocked by two defensemen at the homecoming game. Brasington primarily plays running back.
He’s just a freshman
October 25, 2024
Many student-athletes are forced to choose one path: Staples teams or club teams.
Pressure to prioritize: the challenge between choosing high school or club sports
October 25, 2024
Senior Royce Tse prepares an ice pack for an injured athlete. Photo by Kathryn Foo | Photo Illustration by Sih Yu (Melody) Lin
Student athletic trainers maintain athlete needs
October 25, 2024
Tim McCormack wins most school spirited as his senior superlative. McCormack is the youngest of 10 siblings to go to WSHS.
The impact of alumni on high school sports
October 25, 2024
On Sunday, October 20, Xavier rowers Kalani Hernandez '25, Miranda Papez '25, Norah Dentz '25, Sydney Hertzberg '25 and Sophia Robaina '27 use “pick drills" to warm up on the Charles River in Boston, Mass. They are preparing to face other competitors at the Head of the Charles Regatta.
“Head of the river”: Xavier rowers journey to Head of Charles Regatta
October 25, 2024
Winn ‘64 redefines live entertainment; co-founds, opens Cosm Dallas
Winn ‘64 redefines live entertainment; co-founds, opens Cosm Dallas
October 25, 2024
The Joker and Harley Quinn in Joker: Folie à Deux, the sequel to 2019's The Joker.
‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ Review: A Haunting Symphony of Love and Madness
October 25, 2024
Hollywood has a habit of casting lighter skinned people in the roles of darker skinned characters, the most recent example being that of Aaron Pierre as John Stewart in the DC Studios and HBO series, “Lanterns.”
Colorism + Hollywood = Nothing new
October 25, 2024
Model Preslee Asay traverses the runway. She is a 16-year-old sophomore attending Williamsburg Academy of Colorado and is a former Weld RE-4 student.
Fashion show blends inclusivity, art
October 25, 2024
Wendy's "kollab" with Spongebob Squarepants: a "Krabby Patty," fries, and Pineapple Under the Sea Frosty. Ultimately, this long-awaited real-life spin on the beloved burger is a major letdown.
Wendy’s Krabby Patty Is a Lazy Money Grab
October 23, 2024
Heaps of homework
Heaps of homework
October 25, 2024
The role of cultural support is crucial to the language teachers here at Liberty.
World Languages Unite: All World Language Clubs Combine Into One
October 25, 2024
A glance of the Journalism class doing work to publish the newspaper
Journalism may be eligible for 21st Century credit
October 23, 2024
Plates of food and other trash were thrown away after Upper School lunch.
Chew on This
October 21, 2024
ICCSD is working to implement a new phone policy.
Editorial: Disconnected
October 17, 2024
Helping hounds
October 25, 2024
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
October 22, 2024
Pictured is the Rod and Reel Pier, which was severely impacted by the storm
The Anna Maria Island community comes together after Hurricane Helene
October 17, 2024
FCA and Its Impact on the Community
FCA and Its Impact on the Community
October 17, 2024
America Through Hip Hop Ep. 2: Debating Chicago's rap elites
America Through Hip Hop Ep. 2: Debating Chicago’s rap elites
October 17, 2024
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
October 22, 2024
America Through Hip Hop Ep. 2: Debating Chicago's rap elites
America Through Hip Hop Ep. 2: Debating Chicago’s rap elites
October 17, 2024
Mary Russo in her chemistry classroom.
The Orbit: New Teacher Feature
October 10, 2024
Film Convo Ep. 1: Stepping in front of the cameras
Film Convo Ep. 1: Stepping in front of the cameras
October 8, 2024
All Things Animals Ep. 5: Giving street dogs a second chance
All Things Animals Ep. 5: Giving street dogs a second chance
September 19, 2024
ALL ABOUT ALTOS: In the midst of the prelims performance of “Fury Road,” movement captain and alto section leader junior Liliana Escamilla, makes her way through the music and choreography with other members of the alto section by her side. This being her third year as a member of the band, Escamilla has played in the Bands of America Regional competition before and knew what to expect. “It went pretty well and most people were pretty proud of how they performed,” she said. “The competition has always been an extremely hard one as most of the bands are 6A, so we do it as more of an experience to improve, but I feel like it definitely benefited us to see what we can do better for the next competition next Saturday.”
Band sharpens its craft at first competition of season
October 16, 2024
The Blue Angels diamond performs the barrel roll break during the 2024 Fleet Week Airshow.
2024 Fleet Week Airshow stuns spectators with one of the best performances in years
October 16, 2024
COLALEO IN THE YELLOW SUIT: Senior Joe Colaleo rehearses ferociously confronts the Tuck family about the water that turns people immortal as the cast of McCallum Theater’s fall production Tuck Everlasting blocks a scene. The rehearsal is for the actors to know where to be placed and stand throughout the show. “I am feeling great about the process and creation of the show as a whole,” Colaleo said. “We are working really fast, we are super prepared. Everyone is working really hard, and we are just finishing up learning set traffic, cleaning and perfecting the show.” In the show, Colaleo plays The Man in the Yellow Suit, a character he was hoping to get when auditioning. The character is greedy and selfish and his goal is to become wealthy by selling water from the spring in the woods. “I want the water to sell for money and they are stopping me,” Colaleo said. For Colaleo, Tuck Everlasting represents the start of his senior year and the final season with McCallum Theater. “Playing this role as a senior is very fulfilling and fun,” Colaleo said. “Everyone looks up to you and you get a sense of accomplishment and pride when you see others doing well.” Looking back on his four years in theater production, Colaleo said he wants to do everything he can this year to support the underclassmen and have fun in the rest of the shows this year. “I really appreciate the process a lot more this year, knowing it will be one of the last times I’m doing something like this at McCallum and I won’t see a lot of these people for a long time,” Colaleo said. Caption by Nate Williams.
‘Everlasting’ rehearsal process nears its end
October 10, 2024
Station 4 firefighter Natasha Hunt participates in the memorial stair climb for the first time. As one of many people partaking in the tradition, Hunt climbed the Pleasant Valley Tower nine times, for a total of roughly 1,368 feet of stairs.
Austin firefighters climb 1,368 stairs—World Trade Center height—to honor 9/11 heroes
September 17, 2024
Caps in the air, senior Kaya Miller celebrates the conclusion of the graduation. PHS graduates, all 823, had their own favorite memories to share. “My last football game season was definitely memorable. I always went with my three friends and we would make a whole tradition out of it,” Miller said. “We would get ready, go to the game and then go to either dinner at Texas Roadhouse or In-n-Out.”
Seniors celebrate 2024 graduation
May 30, 2024
Helping hounds
October 25, 2024
Pictured is the Rod and Reel Pier, which was severely impacted by the storm
The Anna Maria Island community comes together after Hurricane Helene
October 17, 2024
FCA and Its Impact on the Community
FCA and Its Impact on the Community
October 17, 2024
The Powderpuff Game Provides Another Outlet for Female Athletes
The Powderpuff Game Provides Another Outlet for Female Athletes
October 15, 2024
Sophomore Doris Cruz visits has visited the therapy dogs during each event this school year, and she intends to continue to visit throughout the year.
The Commons hosts therapy dogs to support student morale
October 15, 2024
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Hollywood has a habit of casting lighter skinned people in the roles of darker skinned characters, the most recent example being that of Aaron Pierre as John Stewart in the DC Studios and HBO series, “Lanterns.”

Colorism + Hollywood = Nothing new

By Rz'Nasia Self, Green Hope High School
October 25, 2024
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