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Having good grades is a mindset–not a skill set

Having good grades is a mindset–not a skill set

Bobbie Morrison, Editor-In-Chief November 30, 2020

Throughout my high school career, my grades have fluctuated. Typically at the beginning of the year, my grades are higher as I’m determined to work harder than I had in years before. Toward the second...

Harry Styles poses for a photoshoot.

Vogue Creates Controversy

Mackenzie Lawyer, Reporter November 23, 2020

Last Friday, Nov. 13, Vogue released its new magazine featuring Harry Styles on the cover. As a Harry Styles fan myself, I was ecstatic to see him being featured and being the first-ever solo man to appear...

A TikTok shows a woman showing her cellulite, stating how normal it is for women to have it.

Tik Tok brings body positivity, confidence

Sophie Nieder, Web Editor November 18, 2020

When TikTok first released, I thought it would be just another app that made myself and others feel more conscious of our bodies. However, I quickly discovered that TikToks are made to be relatable, and...

The pros of hybrid learning

The pros of hybrid learning

Kaden Meyer, Opinions Editor November 6, 2020

There are so many negatives to hybrid learning, and we talk about them constantly. But I have actually been able to appreciate some aspects of the schedule change. I’m a fairly social person, but...

Where does media bias cross the line?

Where does media bias cross the line?

Ben Tobben, Sports Editor November 1, 2020

If you have social media and follow President Donald Trump, you will often see tweets about fake news. You can see both sides of the political spectrum agree that news corporations typically have bias...

The difference between a teacher and an educator

The difference between a teacher and an educator

Bobbie Morrison, Editor-In-Chief October 29, 2020

I have formed some of the strongest relationships with my teachers since moving to Washington. Throughout high school, I have learned important lessons from the people who educate me every day–but I...

Curriculum-Based School

Curriculum-Based School

Emma Hillermann, Entertainment Editor October 23, 2020

As I begin my search for what I am going to make of my life after high school, I cannot help but feel overwhelmed. It’s time for high school seniors to start looking into colleges, careers and loans,...

School board meets, decides upon new hybrid plan for secondary schools

School board meets, decides upon new hybrid plan for secondary schools

Amber Christeson, Features Editor October 19, 2020

On Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, the school board for the School District of Washington made a new hybrid plan for the secondary schools that are not already going five days a week. With this new plan, there...

Mask mandates arent infringing on your rights

Mask mandates aren’t infringing on your rights

Kaden Meyer, Opinions Editor September 28, 2020

I’ve heard people make endless excuses over the past six months for why they can’t wear a mask. A popular one is “medical reasons” (though there are few medical conditions that prevent anyone from...

Standardized testing should be left offline

Standardized testing should be left offline

Katelyn Garrett, Editor-in-Chief May 15, 2020

ACT testing is something that we all know and have stressed out about for generations. Over the past year, ACT testing has gone online, which is different from the original paper testing that we are used...

The Last of Us leaks are indicative of bigger problem in gaming industry

‘The Last of Us’ leaks are indicative of bigger problem in gaming industry

Miles Hellebusch, Opinions Editor May 13, 2020

Getting spoiled is one of the worst experiences someone can have if they really love a certain media property. For things I enjoy, I avoid spoilers like the plague, keeping myself almost entirely ignorant...

I have a newfound passion for nature photography.

Staying sane during quarantine

Kaden Meyer, Reporter May 6, 2020

During quarantine, I’ve come to realize that most of my favorite activities involve being in public and being with friends. Now that I’m unable to do those things, I have to find things around my house...

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