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Artist and creator Anthony Reed II, known as 'Mojo,' shares insights into his creative process with students. During an engaging discussion, he emphasized the importance of perseverance and passion in the arts, inspiring students to pursue their own creative journeys.
“Mojo” Inspires Others Through Art and Creativity
Sara Fidler, Copy Editor • March 13, 2025
New inductees take their seats as the ceremony starts. Students from all grades were inducted to their respective honor societies. This was the school's first ever combined induction ceremony for all the honor societies.
National Honor Society Celebrates Inductees at Inaugural “Night of Honor”
March 12, 2025
Kyle Byrnes, Entrepreneurship teacher, prepares students for the big day. He speaks about topics surrounding entrepreneurship while students take notes. Students were engaged and eager to be confident during the presentations.
Preparing for Entrepreneurship Day: Perfecting Pitches
March 4, 2025
SPEAK YOUR STORY: Dr. Donovan Livingston delivers his spoken-word poem "Lift Off" spotlighting how education "connects the dots" of student constellations. As a presenter at the Black History Month Assembly in the Blue Dungeon, his message reached nearly all students and faculty members. "I hope that our students will also remember how he was able to deliver a message of love and acceptance, in combination with his personal story in a super engaging way," Upper School Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Don Lawrence said.
From Struggles to “Lift Off,” Raiders Honor Black History Through Gold, Green, and Growth
February 16, 2025
FEATURES
Senior Thomas Avellan watches a YouTube video during his free period. “I definitely feel senioritis, especially during DS (Directed Study). Since getting into UT Austin, I know the GPA I need to maintain, so there’s a little room to relax. But I still stay engaged in class—it’s just harder to keep the same drive I had at the start of the year.”
Staying Strong: Navigating Senioritis and Maintaining Focus in the Final Stretch
Otto Hellmund, Editor-in-Chief • March 12, 2025
Sophomores Nico Vives and Ian Virelli help young students learn STEM topics through a hands on activity. This is the groups first year doing and hope to continue this for years to come.
The BB-R8ERS Collaborate with Blast Off Brigade to Engage the Local School Community
March 6, 2025
Isabella Tenhave, a sophomore, explains how she loved her experience abroad. “Being abroad allowed me to break out of my comfort zone”.
Home Again: U.S. Student Reflects on Life-Changing Semester Abroad
March 5, 2025
Senior Georgia Easton dances at the Revive Dance Competition in Orlando, Florida. She placed second in the solo competition and earned the title of Elite Dancer of the Convention. Georgia's dedication and hard work earned her well-deserved recognition.
Slideshow | Seniors’ Last Ski Week Adventures
March 4, 2025
SPORTS
Senior Sebastian Schnur gets in position before the play. In his fourth season on Varsity, Schnur is the team captain and has been a vital part of the team's success.
Varsity Lacrosse faces tough setback in 13-9 loss to the Canterbury Cougars
Devon Roy, Contributing Writer • March 19, 2025
Senior Eden Alfi (4th one to the right) celebrates with her teammates. Alfi has competed on the national stage representing her country and has dreams of competing for team USA in 2032 at Brisbane Australia.
Senior Eden Alfi Rows Her Way to UPenn and Beyond
March 17, 2025
Junior Lena Ross races against her competitors in the 200m dash. “I’ve learned to just push through the race and not give up”. “It is a great relief to finish your race after knowing you did well”.
Junior Lena Ross Faces A Tale of Two Sports
March 14, 2025
Sophomore Mikayla Brown brings the ball up the court. In her fourth year on the team, Brown has made her presence known averaging 24.8 points per game according to MaxPreps.
Basketball player Mikayla Brown Shoots for a Winning Season
March 7, 2025
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Opinion
While senior year may be the end of one's high school experience, the workload only increases. Some have found ways to manage, while many continue to let deadlines pass them by. It is important to always strive for personal academic best, even when faced with burnout for a variety of reasons.
Overcoming the Senioritis Pandemic
Oscar Maximilian Garcia Del Rey, Managing Editor • March 14, 2025
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver prepares to announce a pick by the Brooklyn Nets during the NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 20, 2019, in New York. (Sarah Stier/Getty Images/TNS)
NBA Season Ratings At An All-Time Low
Levi Mbadiwe, Staff Writer • February 25, 2025
BEYOND THE GLASS: The books in Yale's Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library stand preserved, revered behind protective glass. They once shaped scholars, sparked revolutions, and redefined literature. Yet, stories of equal worth have filled tattered notebooks, whispered from indie bookstores, and remained hidden in the margins.
COMMENTARY | Ban on Boring Books: Read What You Love, Not What Looks Impressive
Megan Markus, Contributing Writer • February 14, 2025
ARTS & LEISURE
NEW YORK, NEW YORK: In this image released on March 6th, Lady Gaga poses during the Spotify: Little Monster Press Conference in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Spotify)
Embrace the “MAYHEM”: Lady Gaga | Album Review
Oscar Maximilian Garcia Del Rey, Managing Editor • March 18, 2025
“The White Lotus,” Mike White’s black comedy anthology series, is back on HBO for a third season. Sritala (Lek Patravadi) at breakfast with Fabian (Christian Friedel) as Rick (Walton Goggins) approaches with an invite. (Fabio Lovino/HBO/TNS) Used with permission through license with Tribune Content Agency.
White Lotus Season 3: Episodes 1-3 Review
Luciana Veloso, Staff Writer • March 10, 2025
Kendrick Lamar performs in the halftime show during Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (Hannah Ruhoff/Biloxi Sun Herald/TNS)
The Symbolism Behind Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show Performance
Gaëlle Timmer, Staff Writer • February 19, 2025
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