Support or Report?
All across the country, millions of minors are being investigated by CPS for reasons such as neglect or abuse. These reports can be harmful for
Category: Opinion
Based On a Real Story
As a junior in high school, I’ve been through three English classes with the usual requirements of mandatory book readings. I don’t have a problem
A Costly Experience
Many people look forward to their senior year of high school. As the final year of over a decade of work, it’s natural to celebrate
Summer Yum!
Pineapple Whip Starting off with a classic, Pineapple Whip has always been a fan favorite, and for good reason. This fruity soft-serve dole whip is
Summer Flicks
Outer Banks: Although this show is considered “basic”,if you are craving adventure during your vacation. Every summer, this show trends in Netflix’s top ten and
Missouri Reevaluates Planned Parenthood
Access to reproductive healthcare provided by organizations like Planned Parenthood can be very crucial for women. Many women lack access to affordable healthcare elsewhere, making
Au Revoir to Caesar & Bonjour to Candy!
I know we’ve all seen this “candy salad” trend all over our TikTok For You page, but what is it? Candy salad is when you
Unplug and Go Out
There is a running joke about how often teens are on their phone, and how disconnected we are from the real world. During the
10 Things I Will (& Won’t) Miss About Our School
My time at our school has come to an end, and here I will be bittersweetly reminiscing on the things I will (and won’t) be
A Game for the Seniors
Pickleball is a sport that can be played by all ages but is mostly done by seniors. The average age for pickleball players averages between
Anticipating the Release Day
Throughout the months of April through September, the weather is hot and can be the perfect time to hang outside. While there are many things
Why Arrive at 25
‘Arrive at 25’ is the phrase coined by Springfield Public Schools in order to encourage students to get the 25 credits they need to
Blocking our Connection
It’s common practice for schools to limit what you can access from your Chromebook, and with good reason. But here, they also regulate accessibility over
Does The Road Work Ahead?
As a new driver, roadwork can be very stressful due to the delays and traffic. Adjusting to losing an entire lane on a road you
The “In’s” of Being Involved
High school is filled with many ups and downs. You go through major emotional and physical changes and that can be hard to undergo alone.
Parking Lot Palooza
Every year there is an extremely long line of people hoping to get a spot near their friends. Not only that but it also takes
Shop Cheap Get Cheap
Cheaper online shopping is becoming more popular amongst teens and young adults. Tik Tok Shop, Temu, and Shein are some of the more popular websites
When Can We Leave?
When becoming a Chief Mentor, one of the benefits that come with it is getting to leave five minutes early from class each day. This
Physical books vs e-Books–a battle for the best
When I read a book, I get sucked into everything about it. The characters, the plots, the setting, and even the way the author writes
Study Spots For an Easy A
The Commons is a great location to study at due to its wide range of seating. Its size and calming atmosphere with music to top