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A tribute to hypocrisy

A tribute to hypocrisy

Veronica Kolsenikov, columnist
February 16, 2024

“I volunteer as tribute!”  A quote all too familiar to many modern-day teenagers. We’ve heard snippets of The Hunger Games series, whether you read the books, watched the movies, or created fan...

Music for the spirit and the soul

Music for the spirit and the soul

Jack Rahija, Guest Columnist
February 16, 2024

Throughout my experiences as a music player and lover, I find that two words have always motivated me: “spirit” and “soul.” Whether I am playing music or listening to a song, I find that the...

Awareness for mental health resources

Editorial Board
February 16, 2024

School and mental health are strongly linked together, senior Ryan Ashley said. If one area is in need of help, for example, if someone is having difficulties with their mental health, that may impact...

Technology takes over teens

Technology takes over teens

Erin Walker, asst. opinions editor
December 22, 2023

As students, we stare, eyes glazed, at screens — Chromebooks, phones, and televisions—for hours upon hours every day. We see the world constantly advancing before our own eyes. But is this really good...

Using your voice to enact change

Using your voice to enact change

The Editorial Board
December 22, 2023

“I wish finals were after break.” “Spring Fling was lame.” “The cafeterias are too small.”  Students’ opinions float around South’s halls, but nobody ever seems to take action.  Students...

Feeling my fear, finding its humanity

Feeling my fear, finding its humanity

Meredith Bill, Opinions Co-Editor
December 22, 2023

What are you afraid of? Take a minute to consider how often a fear has held you back from something, how often it has controlled you. What exactly was it? A fear of heights? Death? Failure?  And...

Being alone isnt always lonely

Being alone isn’t always lonely

Gaby Yap, Editor-in-chief
December 22, 2023

With so many people in the world, dozens of which you interact with on a daily basis, one would assume being alone would be a breath of fresh air. So, why do teens feel suffocated by the idea of it? You...

Caring about politics, caring about your future

Caring about politics, caring about your future

Maia Weissman, asst. opinions editor
December 22, 2023

“I don’t like to talk about politics.” This sentence, although most often used to avoid conflict, is damaging our democracy. There are myriad reasons why someone, especially someone our age, might...

The importance of accountability

Sarah Al-Jawhar, co-opinions editor
December 22, 2023

Picture this: you are doing a group project with three to four classmates and everyone has their own tasks and responsibilities, but there’s one person that just isn’t pulling their weight. This person...

Crummy Crowds: Fans hold raise their phones raised to record Renee Rapp at her The Snow Hard Feelings Tour. This year, countless concerts have been crushed due to poor fan behavior.

The End of Concert Etiquette

Riley Shankman, Managing Editor
December 11, 2023

  The crowded stadium goes silent. Everyone watches in horror as Harry Styles doubles over in pain after a fan throws a water bottle, hitting him during his performance at his Love on Tour concert...

Government dysfunction: the new norm?

Government dysfunction: the new norm?

Sara Rahman, web editor
November 17, 2023

“Why does this keep happening?” This a question that many American citizens ask as they witness a recurring cycle of government shutdowns caused by seemingly ongoing government dysfunction. The simple...

Dont use my words against me

Don’t use my words against me

November 17, 2023

“Хорошо, скоро увидимся,” a simple goodbye, turned daggers to my back. “What language is that?” “Russian,” I responded “So, do you support Putin or something?” How...

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