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The video game industry was worth $11.6 billion total in January.
On a family trip to the Grand Canyon in 2013, freshman Diya Kohli and her brother share their excitement. Photo used with permission of Diya Kohli.
Senior Noor Chouman’s family sets the table for iftar in order to break their fast at sunset. They prepared a big feast to celebrate with the family. Although celebrating iftar with the community is a common practice for Muslims, many gatherings will be much smaller this year due to COVID-19. Ramadan will take place starting April 13 and end on May 12.
What each planet affects when it comes to horoscopes.
Assistant Principal Amy Parmentier
Source: SPCC
April acknowledges child abuse prevention
Jada McGlothin, Staff Writer • April 1, 2021

No matter the time of year, child mistreatment is a recurring issue. Since it was...

Farmers form crowds in protest over the new agricultural laws on Dec. 12. Photo by Randeep Maddoke under the Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication
Indian farmers in agricultural crisis
March 17, 2021
Citizens of the Democratic Republic of Congo are fighting against epidemics and malnutrition.
Humanitarian crises pose a threat to millions worldwide
March 10, 2021
Infographic created by Katelyn Chu
Returning to school: local healthcare workers weigh in
March 5, 2021
The video game industry was worth $11.6 billion total in January.
People connect over online games, conversations during quarantine
Lizzie Stone, Staff Writer • April 12, 2021

Since meeting in person isn’t always a safe option, students have struggled to...

On a family trip to the Grand Canyon in 2013, freshman Diya Kohli and her brother share their excitement. Photo used with permission of Diya Kohli.
Students reflect on importance of siblings
April 10, 2021
Senior Noor Chouman’s family sets the table for iftar in order to break their fast at sunset. They prepared a big feast to celebrate with the family. Although celebrating iftar with the community is a common practice for Muslims, many gatherings will be much smaller this year due to COVID-19. Ramadan will take place starting April 13 and end on May 12.
Ramadan is here: Muslims celebrate month-long holiday
April 9, 2021
Assistant Principal Amy Parmentier
Families welcome pets home during quarantine
April 5, 2021
Junior Jinal Nana on the left, Sophomore Amber Christina on the right at their first game of the season.
Cheer team adapts to new guidelines
Rhea Rajeev, Staff Writer • March 30, 2021

During the football team's first victory this season, the cheerleaders were rooting...

The current varsity field hockey seniors.
Field hockey begins with fresh start
March 27, 2021
Athlete of the Issue: Sam Fitzhugh
Athlete of the Issue: Sam Fitzhugh
March 26, 2021
Junior Katherine Richer poses for a picture with Syracuse University gear ahead of this year’s tournament.
March Madness set for tournament like no other
March 16, 2021
On March 2, freshman and seniors who chose to return to in-person learning walk to their next class on the first day in the building.
Head to Head: Students choose virtual or in-person learning
March 28, 2021

Return to hybrid learning began on March with the return of some freshman and seniors....

Science teacher Michele Gates on a sailboat in the Bay of Fundy in 2010.
Teacher Spotlight: Michele Gates
March 28, 2021
Students battle against procrastination in an online learning environment
Students battle against procrastination in an online learning environment
March 26, 2021
The College Board website provides information on testing dates and preparatory materials.
Students question their preparations for AP testing
March 24, 2021
“Autism is a spectrum,” and there are different characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Source: LifeLine Connections
World Autism Awareness Day: celebrating neurodivergence
Cassie Barnes, Staff Writer • April 2, 2021

Every April 2, the world celebrates Autism Awareness Day, yet so many people are...

Students celebrating Lunar New Year at the school with food, games, and music. Everyone brought pieces of their own culture to share with others.
Society waters down ethnic cultures
March 23, 2021
English teacher Robert Nelson instructs his students on Blackboard Collaborate Ultra on March 2.
Two sides of the screen: students and teachers must compromise for increased online participation
March 20, 2021
More information can be found at the Mental Health Foundation and ANAD
LGBTQ+ community broadens beauty standards to emphasize self-expression
March 19, 2021
Grace Hopper, an avid contributor to the field of computer science, helps to develop the first digital computer, the UNIVAC.
Women’s History Month highlights lesser known accomplishments
Nithya Muthukumar and Noyanika Vattathara • March 7, 2021

The creation of an electronic computer, the popular Washington Post, and the moon landing all have one thing in common: they were made possible...

Although the foster care system usually fulfills its purpose in aiding families, the system is still widely criticized for failing to protect children and providing enough support.
American foster care still leaves room for children to be mistreated
March 1, 2021
As 2020 comes to a close, many look forward to improvements in the next year. Changes in presidency and advancements with the COVID-19 vaccines bring optimism for issues such as the environment, immigration and social justice movements.
America reborn: Changes for new year
December 16, 2020
Infographic created by Shreya Baskaran
Mental illnesses rising due to virtual learning
December 1, 2020