Establishing confidence in others
March 16, 2018
Filed under Opinion
In the year of 2018, we are seeing a prominent problem in society: body standards. These have always been around, but with the year just beginning, it is a bigger issue than ever. Body standards are an idea that society expects people to look like. Most standards include being thin with curves for...
A fight for equality
Makenna McCollum, News Journalist
March 8, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Women should not be aloud to vote! Absurd, right? Citizens often pride themselves in the idea that all people are treated equally. If so, why are citizens unwilling to put an end to body shaming and sexual abuse toward women? Society has put labels on women for years by saying they need to look a...
Journey of self discovery
Oli Grenke, Media Manager
February 28, 2018
Our teenage years can be the most memorable and crazy years on our lives. They are full of personal growth, discovery, failures, successes, and unique experiences. It is not an easy place to be in life - everyone is different, and that is a hard thing to deal with growing up. As time goes on, we are...
Tree hugger territory: Saving bee’s to ensure a healthy environment
Sydney Boulter, Asst. Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Bees. This word in itself causes different feelings for many people. For me, bees are terrifying and have left me cowering and suffering from many panic attacks since a young age due to my phobia of them. But even with these feelings, I understand how important they are to our ecosystem. Honey bees...
The debate about gym class
Kaitlyn Grier, Sports Editor
February 21, 2018
Filed under Opinion
For many years, students have been required to take physical education (P.E.). P.E. is required by the State of Michigan, but many students wonder why. Although this class increases physical fitness, athletic abilities, and teamwork, this class does not teach students skills needed for their future...
Tackling terrorism through togetherness
January 26, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Over the past few years, the U.S. has become more diverse and accepting of people and their cultures. Although this may be true, violence has skyrocketed and terrorist attacks have become a common occurrence. In 2016, there were 61 terrorist attacks in the U.S. according to ourworldindata.org. This...
Benefits of cell phones in school
Oli Grenke, Media Manager
January 25, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Since smartphones have been around, there has been a debate about their place in schools. Some people believe that they are a negative influence - they can aid cyberbullying, distract students, etc. However, phones can be a great tool in the classroom. “Sometimes students ask what a word...
Staying healthy throughout winter: Fighting back with proper nutrition
Shealyn Paulis, News Journalist
January 19, 2018
Filed under Opinion
In the winter, it is difficult to stay healthy. While being in enclosed spaces frequently, personal contact happens more often and sickness is transmitted easily. In the colder seasons, the entire body changes, and one’s immune system behaves in a completely different manner. A quarter of human DNA...
Staying healthy throughout winter: Eating well and exercising
Sydney Bowler, Editor-in-Chief
January 19, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Everyone strives to look and feel healthy, but for many it is a struggle to find the motivation to take action. Today’s standards for what a person should look like are harder to meet than ever, making it feel impossible to fulfill the expectations. What many people fail to understand is that you d...
Fork in the Road: Discovering one’s place in school
Sydney Bowler, Editor-in-Chief
January 17, 2018
Entering sophomore year, I had the greatest friends I could ask for, yet I felt as if I did not have a place in school. I had no passion or goals, and attended school only because I was raised to do so. I worked for grades that my family would approve of even though I knew I had more potential. Feeling...
Fork in the Road: Distancing oneself from unhealthy relationships
Sydney Bowler, Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2017
Growing up, I was always told that everything would change in high school. I was warned to be ready for new passions, feelings, friends, and perceptions that were soon to come. I never believed this would be true. At the age of 14, I thought I had everything figured out, but it only took a few days...
School participation affects the future
December 8, 2017
Filed under Opinion
In high school, everyone is told to live life to the fullest and create good memories. While this is easier said than done, ignoring this advice has the potential to negatively impact the high school experience. Participating in school events will not only help students have a good time while in school,...
