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Critique creates new avenues for self-growth

Critique creates new avenues for self-growth

Sarah Al-Jawhar, Opinions Editor
February 20, 2024

In a world that champions individuality and self-expression, the idea of caring about what others think may seem counterintuitive.  However, understanding and caring about others’ opinions can actually...

Redefining Leadership

Sara Rahman, Web Editor
February 20, 2024

We live in an era of stark political division, but there's at least one aspect of politics many can agree on: a maximum age limit for the elected president. A strong majority of Americans - 73% - support...

Illustration by Erika Li

The kids cannot read

Maia Weissman, asst. opinions editor
February 16, 2024

Fourth grade reading scores decreased in 30 states in comparison to 2019, while zero states scores increased, according to the 2022 National Assessment of Educational Progress, or NAEP, Report Card. Although...

Graphic by Erin Walker

Standardized tests: helper or stressor?

Erin Walker, asst. opinions editor
February 16, 2024

At some point in our high school careers, each and every one of us will sit down to take a standardized test. But, why do we need them? Why are they so important? Though standardized tests serve as a...

More than just a movie

Ariel Bukhalo, Guest Columnist
February 16, 2024

My favorite part of  movies is  each person has unique interpretations of a film. The takeaways, inspiration, ideas, and tone movies create can all be understood differently by each person. But, the...

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...

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