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The inconsistencies in school staff is impacting the student body

The inconsistencies in school staff is impacting the student body

By Editorial Board December 13, 2023

Since last year, the district has faced sporadic changes, including the resignation of superintendent Dr. Jon Dean and multiple budget cuts. Students from the Grosse Pointe Public School System have had...

Latest Lunches: New school lunches are mediocre

Latest Lunches: New school lunches are mediocre

By Kenzie Dera, Intern November 15, 2023

After walking into the lunch room, I quickly noticed the new lunches being offered. With an updated menu, ranging from pasta to chicken sandwiches, this year’s meals offer a much-needed upgrade from...

Taylor Swift is  becoming “The Man”

Taylor Swift is becoming “The Man”

By Rachel Rumschlag and Akasha Teel November 7, 2023

With her movie “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,” her concert tour and her merchandise, it is a well known fact that Swift makes millions. After she announced her Eras Tour in Nov. 2022, news about the...

The SAT is not an accurate way to measure student knowledge

The SAT is not an accurate way to measure student knowledge

By Editorial Board November 3, 2023

 The SAT is now a fully digital standardized test created by College Board. The test measures 11th and 12th grade students' knowledge and college readiness.  As high school students we are often stressed...

School spirit lacks despite opportunities to celebrate

School spirit lacks despite opportunities to celebrate

By Editorial Board October 6, 2023

When scrolling on TikTok, there seems to be a trend of high school students throughout the country boasting about how amazing their student sections are and how fun their school days are. These videos...

Should AP classes require final exams?

Should AP classes require final exams?

By Sophia Dragich and Katie Madigan May 31, 2023

Pro Every year students spend the better part of their spring studying for final exams. However, many students take AP classes that have their own exams in May, and they often dread the idea of taking...

The pros and cons of attending college out-of-state

The pros and cons of attending college out-of-state

By Mary Bentley and Stephanie Karoutsos May 12, 2023

Pro Many students arrive at college with the intention of making new friendships and gaining independence for themselves. Attending college out-of-state can help students find this independence, experience...

Decisions, decisions: The pressures of life after high school

Decisions, decisions: The pressures of life after high school

By Editorial Board May 12, 2023

With all of the career opportunities available for high school graduates, seniors often find themselves feeling overwhelmed with making the right choice for what comes next. Whether it's picking a college,...

Lock-in or check-out? Different end of the year school strategies.

Lock-in or check-out? Different end of the year school strategies.

By Allie McIntyre, Staff Reporter May 10, 2023

As we near the end of the school year, I have seen two different patterns for students begin to emerge. Students who want to push themselves typically use the 4th quarter of the year to lock-in and excel. ...

Shift to AI technology poses threat to education and employment

Shift to AI technology poses threat to education and employment

By Editorial Board April 13, 2023

As a society, we regularly encounter artificial intelligence applications that make our lives simpler, such as self-driving cars, navigational systems, and autocorrect. However, with advances in AI technology,...

One call away: How Duolingo changed my perspective on languages

One call away: How Duolingo changed my perspective on languages

By Gianna Roux, Staff Reporter March 23, 2023

When my mom was seven years old, her family immigrated from Naples, Italy to a small town just outside of New York City. Every summer since I can remember, my family and I take the ten hour road trip to...

To read or not to read: Decline in reading is harmful to teenagers

To read or not to read: Decline in reading is harmful to teenagers

By Editorial Board March 13, 2023

In the age of technology, the likelihood of seeing a teenager reading a book for pleasure is decreasing dramatically. According to the American Psychological Association, less than 20% of teens in...

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