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The Raider Voice
The Student News Site of Gulliver Preparatory

The Raider Voice
Otto Hellmund

Otto Hellmund, Editor-in-Chief

Otto Hellmund is a senior and Editor-in-Chief for “The Raider Voice”. This is his third year on staff and he is excited to help take “The Raider Voice” to new heights. Otto is also Team Captain for the Boys’ varsity track & field team.

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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
Anxiety is something some feel from time to time. Students have expressed feeling anxiety at times during stressful situations or deadlines.

The Weight We Carry: Understanding Anxiety in Daily Life

Otto Hellmund, Chase Samole, Luciana Veloso Muñoz, Tommy Thornton, and Gaëlle Timmer
February 5, 2025
Senior Walker Allen scrolls through TikTok on his phone, immersed in the social media app's endless stream of content. As social media fuels connection, it also amplifies anxiety, with constant comparisons to curated highlights shaping teens’ perceptions of reality.

Surviving High School: Beyond the Books

Tommy Thornton and Otto Hellmund
November 18, 2024

A Conversation with Talbert Cypress: Chairman of the Miccosukee Tribe

Otto Hellmund and Tommy Thornton
November 13, 2024
Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks at a rally at York Exposition Center UPMC Arena on Oct. 2, 2024, in York, Pennsylvania. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images/TNS) U.S. Sen and Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance addresses the crowd during a rally on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024 in Waterford Township, Mich.

Bridging the Divide: A Missed Opportunity for Civil Discourse in the 2024 Presidential Race

Otto Hellmund, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2024
Thousands of exiled Venezuelans gathered in Miami’s Bayfront Park on Aug. 17, uniting in protest against the electoral fraud committed by Nicolás Maduro’s regime. This rally was one of hundreds taking place worldwide, as communities across the globe stand in solidarity with those still suffering under Venezuela’s dictatorship. Miami is set to host many more rallies in the coming months, as the movement continues to grow.

Turning Global Support into Real Change for Venezuela

Otto Hellmund, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2024

The Inside Scoop: A Conversation with President Simon Hess

Tommy Thornton and Otto Hellmund
September 13, 2024
(Left to right) Seniors Kayla Alonso, Alexa Smith, and Ashley Garcia enjoy the view during the sunrise gathering at Matheson Hammock Park & Marina. The event, a long-standing school tradition known as Senior Sunrise, made for a memorable experience to kick off the 2024-25 school year. "I'll never forget this chapter of my life thanks to the best senior class ever," Alonso said.

Senior Sunrise Marks the Beginning of Class of 2025’s Final Year

Otto Hellmund and Marianne Arana
August 21, 2024
Junior Kate Caballero researching SAT Prep on the College Board Website. The 2024-25 college application cycle is seeing a number of prestigious universities — such as Georgetown University, Purdue University, Brown University, and the University of Texas at Austin — remove the test-optional policy in their respective applications. This change increases the pressure on student applicants to excel in standardized tests along with finding other ways to stand out to universities.

No Longer an Option: Colleges Revert to Standardized Test Score Admission Requirements

Otto Hellmund, Editor-in-Chief
August 12, 2024

TOTTO: Concert Culture

Otto Hellmund and Tommy Thornton
April 25, 2024
Business Teacher Kyle Byrnes teaches his entrepreneurship class. The Entrepreneurship Honors class is one of the many Business classes offered in the online course registration application form. Risisng juniors and seniors looking to challenge themselves in the business realm can apply for this course through the new streamlined academic application process.

Administrators Refine Course Registration Process With Students’ Feedback

Otto Hellmund, News Editor
April 9, 2024
Student filling out the Course Registration Form. This new class enrollment process solidifies every student's schedule. This allows efficient management for counselors and enhances the overall course application experience.

Revolutionizing Course Registration: Empowering Students through Automation and Engagement

Otto Hellmund, News Editor
January 29, 2024
From left to right: Tomas Bellatin, Ana Guimaraes, Eduardo José-Castro, and Connor Sholz stand in the halls of the Dartmouth Model United Nations Conference (DartMUN). At DartMUN, students took on the role of international delegates and work to find solutions to problems in the real world. "I love being a part of Model UN because debates like these help me develop public speaking and research skills, all of which are important if I were to pursue a job in the political field in the future," José-Castro explained.

Passion for Politics: Eduardo José-Castro’s Youth Political Involvement

Otto Hellmund, News Editor
January 12, 2024
Social Justice Warriors (SJW) delivered 400 bags of food to Phillis Wheatley Elementary. The club continues to do these initiatives year after year to provide a helping hand to those in need. "It comforts me knowing I am giving back to my community as best I can," junior SJW member Daniel Wood said.

Social Justice Warriors Support the Ronald McDonald Charity House

Otto Hellmund, News Editor
November 23, 2023
The Boys Varsity Soccer Team celebrates a good play. They worked together to tie in the soccer game on Friday. They collaborated as a team and cheer each other on.

Returning Champions Step Back Onto the Pitch

Otto Hellmund and Samantha Gitlin
November 7, 2023
The Counseling Department shows off their Halloween costumes in a spooky spirit. Many students and faculty competed in the costume contest that took place during a period in between classes. Students and faculty can look forward to the results later this week.

Halloween Festivities Take Over Campus

Otto Hellmund, News Editor
November 1, 2023
Cillian Murphy is J. Robert Oppenheimer in "Oppenheimer," written, produced, and directed by Christopher Nolan. (Universal Pictures/TNS)

“Oppenheimer” Leads Viewers to Consider Ethical Implications of Nuclear Weapons

Otto Hellmund, News Editor
October 5, 2023
Girls' Varsity Volleyball celebrating after placing 3rd in the Nike Tournament of Champions Premier Division. The group only lost once throughout the tournament and solidified themselves as a top highschool team in the nation. Photo provided by @gullivergirlsvolleyball

Brief | High Hopes for the Undefeated Raiders after making a stand in the Volleyball Nike Tournament of Champions

Otto Hellmund, News Editor
September 13, 2023
Global Politics students sit on the steps of the Barnard Campus. All students were allowed to explore New York City after classes, creating a newfound sense of independence. “Being able to explore the city made me fall in love with Columbia and Barnard even more,” junior Isabella Cristoforsi said. “I am definitely planning on applying here next year.”

High Schoolers Take Advantage of Summer College Programs to Map Out Future

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
August 29, 2023
Jimmy Butler’s clutch offense in game 3 vs. Milwaukee Bucks.

Jimmy Butler’s Clutch Offense in Miami Heat vs. Milwaukee Bucks

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
April 28, 2023
Students displayed a variety of their chosen history projects for National History Day. / Dr. Jacqueline Grant

Ninth Graders Present Research Projects for National History Day

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
April 11, 2023
A Chess Club member plays on chess.com after the sport saw a massive skyrocket in popularity among high schoolers.

Chess Skyrockets in Popularity Among High Schoolers

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
April 6, 2023
Varsity boys after winning 3-0 against cardinal gibbons. This win gave them the regional champion to advance to the state semifinals.

Boys Varsity Soccer Advance to the State Semi-Final

Otto Hellmund
February 17, 2023
The Black History Month Assembly featured guest speaker, former Florida Senator Daryl Jones, who shared his life story and offered advice.

Black Student Union Assembly Kicks Off Black History Month

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
February 3, 2023
Directed by James Mangold and starring Harrison Ford, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is slated to hit theaters on June 30.

The Most Anticipated Films of 2023

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023
Student government brainstorms ideas for possible events during a meeting.

Student Government Plans Out the Holiday Season

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
December 1, 2022
Scoot Henderson of G League Ignite on Oct. 1, 2022, in Henderson, Nevada. He takes a break from practice hanging out on the basketball court at Dos Escuelas Park not far from his home.

Scoot Henderson: The Underdog of the 2023 NBA Draft

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
November 14, 2022
Evan Peters as Jeffrey Dahmer in Netflix's Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.

Netflix Receives Major Criticism For Latest Serial Killer Show ‘Dahmer’

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
October 20, 2022
The Raiders competing during the AAU season.

The Raiders Gear Up During Basketball Pre-Season

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
September 13, 2022
A traffic holdup upon attempting to enter the upper school campus.

Morning Traffic an Issue as Students Return to School

Otto Hellmund, Staff Writer
August 29, 2022
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