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Apple’s vision for the future is frightening

Apple’s vision for the future is frightening

By Editorial Board March 7, 2024

In a world that is constantly advancing in technology, one fear dominates—the gradual disassociation from the real world. Since the release of the Apple Vision Pro in early February, this fear has been...

Famous for the wrong reason

Famous for the wrong reason

By Editorial Board February 13, 2024

Since her release from prison on Dec. 28 2023,  Gypsy Rose Blanchard has developed a large social media following. After serving seven years of the 10 she was sentenced to for second degree murder, Blanchard...

Students need more financial aid

Students need more financial aid

By Editorial Board January 26, 2024

For the 2024-2025 college applicants, the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid [FAFSA] made several key changes, including reducing the number of questions from 108 to 36, expanding the federal...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

The power of the pen: Handwriting is still important in the age of technology

The power of the pen: Handwriting is still important in the age of technology

By Editorial Board February 7, 2023

In recent years, students and teachers have become increasingly reliant on digital resources. Students begin using computers in elementary school, and typing has replaced handwriting in most areas of education....

Our school, our voice: The importance of student input

Our school, our voice: The importance of student input

By Editorial Board January 13, 2023

If school is for the students, should we not have a say in what goes on in the building? Despite students being the ones to experience firsthand what occurs in the classrooms, our opinion is often overlooked...

“Woke” is a joke: Instagram activism promotes a false narrative

“Woke” is a joke: Instagram activism promotes a false narrative

By Editorial Board December 5, 2022

Swipe after swipe, Instagram is flooded with current event “activism” posts by numerous celebrities and students alike. Days later these “activists” are no longer advocating for their cause demonstrated...

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