When you were a kid, you might have been passing the time, staying out of trouble, or just getting through boredom by watching Spongebob or WonderPets or Courage the Cowardly Dog. For me, I was out of time a bit, keeping my kid media diet retro to the 60s and 70s up through the…
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Billie Eillish Taking Over the Grammy’s Gives High School Students Mixed Feelings
Billie Eilish is the youngest artist to have won 5 Grammys, in large categories, at her first-ever Grammys. Yes she has made history and her fans are extremely proud of her, however now she is receiving some backlash from those who feel it is unfair to other artists who have been trying for years to…
Fast and Furious 9: Show Me the Money
If you’re anything like me the Fast and the Furious franchise bringing back Brian O’ Connor the character made famous by Paul Walker, who passed away in November of 2013, left you with a sour taste in your mouth. They have also brought in actor John Cena as Dominic Toretto’s brother, out of nowhere. It…
1917: A Fresh, Fervent Depiction of the Human Condition During ‘The Great War’
Even if you don’t like war movies, 1917 is a cinematographic masterpiece. You’ll appreciate the humanistic approach that the film spends much of its 2 hour run-time, sharing with the audience. The vivid cherry trees, beige uniforms, and the clink of the bullets fleeing the chamber of the Lee Enfield create a film that…
How Republicans and Democrats Grew and Continue to Grow So Tense
It should be clear to any American-whom is even slightly educated on politics- that our nation is more divided today than earlier points we remember. The major division between Republicans and Democrats–or conservatives and liberals– exploded after the election of 2016, where Donald Trump came out victorious. However, this massive amount of tension has existed…
Therapy Dogs Sooth Students After Midterms
Midterms can be a rough time for student, but Animal Friends and Dr. George were here to assist everyone through all their struggles. For the minuscule amount of only five dollars, students could spend two hours with the de-stressing pups. Students described being with the dogs as bubbly, relaxing, and zen. According to senior Toni…
Coach Johncour’s Football Wrap-up Remarks After Historic Season
Our beloved Varsity Football Lopes’ had a historical season this school year, fueling vivid excitement across Avonworth. Mr. Johncour, the football team’s coach, was enthralled, exclaiming, ““It was in incredible season!” Mr. Johncour was stricken with pride for how his players performed this year, stating, “To go undefeated in the regular season, win a WPIAL…
Cookie Fundraiser for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in honor of Darreon Lowe
Cookies will be on sale for $1 throughout the day on December 20, 2019 (tomorrow). Students will be walking around during lunches with cookies. If you miss these selling times, don’t worry! The cookies will also be available in Mrs. Reagle’s room! All proceeds will be donated to Darreon Lowe’s family and the Leukemia &…
The 2010’s In Gaming – guest article by Fabian Vazquez Ramos – IN GAME PURCHASES INCLUDED
With the 2010s coming to a close, we have had many dramatic changes to the gaming industry. We have all the fun moments: The Fortnite and Minecraft war, horrible games from reputable companies, and the worst of them all, microtransactions, amongst other moments that will either plague the gaming industry, or prop it up. …
Songs From the 2010s – When Tik Tok Was a Song by Ke$ha
Over this whole decade, starting from 2010 and ending in 2019, the songs that we have listened to have changed drastically from flashy, energetic pop to reserved, depressing songs you listen to by yourself with your airpods and LED lights on the blue setting. In 2010, the number one song for the year was TikTok…