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Freshman Jack Reese was one of three candidates elected to be an Ambassador on Friday Oct. 18
Freshmen elections bring new faces to ASB
Magnolia community members rally for K-8 schools on Sept. 17, 2024 with the goal of keeping their schools open.
Schools close as communities protest
They’re trying to save money by not filling custodial positions,” said Omar Kaufmann.
Custodial staff reduction raises concern
New security doorbell that sutdents have to ring to be let into the building.
New district-wide security program meets mixed reaction
The biggest change is that lunch, once a leisurely hour, has been reduced to just 30 minutes. (Marley Helfer)
Half: the lunch story
“Like All Before You”, is defined by its cover, the title shoved unapologetically into the corner to make way for the surreal landscape of a pale eye crying silver tears.
Electronic Utopia
The movie features prominently the outstanding chemistry of Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds.
‘Deadpool and Wolverine’ answers our prayers
His Three Daughters” ultimately spends enough time focusing upon itself that it fails to cater to the insatiable appetite of modern media.
‘His Three Daughters’ allows itself to be human
The plot follows Wilbur (Isabella Ward de Campos Gonçalves), the runt of his litter of pigs.
‘Charlotte’s Web’ revisits a childhood classic
“Medúlla’s” organically stark sonic landscape creates not only an intimate experience for the listener, but a physical one.
The triumph of a voice
Robyn Maddess taught at BHS for 14 years, impacting countless individuals in the BHS community and beyond. In honor of her contributions to the school, the Life Skills Lab has been renamed to Ms. Robyn’s Life Skills Lab, and a celebration of her life was held at the Elks Club for friends and family (pictured above).
An unforgettable impact: more than just a teacher
Photo of the image that appears on school-issued devices that reads “this page is blocked.” (Seattle Public Schools)
District restricts online curricula
Data and quotes sourced from a Talisman survey of 85 anonymous students.
The election issue: gen Z, social media and politics
Asian Student Union (ASU) selling bubble tea at the front door entrance during lunch
Celebrating Asian American Heritage Month with the Asian Student Union
Schools across the country have adopted a new form of surveillance: Social Sentinel. It's intended use is admirable, that is proactively handling possible security concerns in the digital townsquare of social media
Exploring the role of AI surveillance in school monitoring of social media
Ever since senior Bianca Potesta realized that collegiate sports would be an opportunity for her to continue to play at an extremely high level, even if she didn’t play professionally, she has been working towards making a program.
How to tackle the recruiting process
Sophomore Silas Horn is quick on his feet and has amazing reaction speed. He mentions how he can think of strategies on the spot within a few short moments. (Courtesy of Silas Horn)
May the swords be with you
Henry Willy [pictured left] taking the field with his teammates in a 10-11 loss vs. Saas.
Boys lacrosse poised for a playoff run this spring
Opening day of the Mariners season, in a 6-4 loss to the Red Sox.
A new season for the mariners
Cheer team competes at nationals in two categories
America is feeling the heat of incendiary political rhetoric
America is feeling the heat of incendiary political rhetoric
"Fleabag's" second season orbits the titular Fleabag's relationship with a Catholic priest, and, ultimately, his inability to put her above his God.
A love affair with religion
To cheat or not to cheat (yep, I stole that)
My adventure began just two months ago, on Aug. 24, 2024, when I took my first step onto American soil.
Living the American dream as an exchange student
GoGuardian is a software that allows teachers to block websites that aren't academic related and it allows teachers to get alerts about if students are googling phrases that are dangerous
Screen monitoring for student safety

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"Fleabag's" second season orbits the titular Fleabag's relationship with a Catholic priest, and, ultimately, his inability to put her above his God.

[Photo] A love affair with religion

Xander Howarth, Opinions Editor
November 7, 2024
"You" part 1 was a disappointment compared to former seasons of the beloved show

[Photo] ‘YOU’ should have stopped after season three

Penelope Neireiter, Staff Reporter
March 21, 2023
Air

[Photo] New movie highlights one of the most famous business deals in sports history

Jill Sousley, Staff Reporter
March 21, 2023
Cocaine Bear completes its mission, being a fun and lighthearted romp, even if it may lack artistic merit.

[Photo] ‘Cocaine Bear’ Reagan’s worst nightmare meets wildlife conservationist movements

Clyde Curtis, Staff Reporter
March 20, 2023
Dahmer

[Photo] The ridiculously popular, new Netflix docuseries about the inner workings of Jeffrey Dahmer’s life and mind, has raised some interesting points around race and sexuality

Olivia Schaer, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2022
Avatar: The Way of Water provides impressive visuals but little else

[Photo] ‘Avatar: The Way of Water,’ and why I wanted to drown myself during most of the film

Clyde Curtis, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2023
Puss In Boots: The Last Wish, is a creative and emotional look into the life of the beloved character.

[Photo] Puss in Boots hits theaters again

Tansy Velush, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2023
Maren and Lee stop at a gas station during their road trip through the south.

[Photo] ‘Bones and All:’ Love at first bite

Piper Sorenson, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2022
Wendell and Wild breaks down barriers within the claymation genre, making it an important step in the world of animated movies.

[Photo] ‘Wendell and Wild’ fills gaps in the claymation genre

Olivia Schaer, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2022
Home Alone has become a Christmas favorite among families. Many other movies are similarly beloved during the holiday season such as "Christmas With the Kranks," "Elf" and "It's a Wonderful Life."

[Photo] Classics to rekindle the holiday spirit

Alina Zahn, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2022
"Young Royals" breaks down the systemic flaws in the Swedish monarchy.

[Photo] Royal hierarchies broken down by depicting stereotypes

Amare Srinivasan, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2022
Marvel returns with a compelling sequel to the original film, featuring a memorial to late actor Chadwick Boseman.

[Photo] ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ and why you should watch it Marvel honors late actor Chadwick Boseman in new movie

Jill Sousley, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2022
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