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Due to the warm temperatures this week and inconsistent air conditioning in classrooms, principal Jeff Legan allowed staff to wear shorts. For the first time in years, juniors were also not invited to the Honors Assembly in the auditorium to avoid overheating that space.
Varying classroom temperatures affect students, staff
Math 2 teacher Dria Kerman prepares her students for the EOC.
EOC exam incentive makes a difference for 9th, 10th graders
Seniors Gurleen Dhillon and Gianna Sobecki relax in the upstairs senior commons while working on their essays.
Students wonder about use of commons, courtyards
A group of seniors work on their assignments in the 11-12 Option space. Senior Veronica Mui said, “Since we do have a choice, Im probably not going to take the few finals that I have to because Im doing well in the classes already or I didn’t feel the need to.”
Seniors have choice of taking final exams
Sophomore Emma Tisch demonstrates how she will carry her books and keep her backpack in her locker next year.
Next year’s backpack policy impacts school environment
Sophomore Audrey Galgoczy writes a dinner reservation at StoneWater.
Students prepare to work summer jobs
The student walkout occurred at 11:00am on Friday, May 12, which led to students walking from the flag pole to Lander Road. Principal Jeff Legan said, My hope is that our students conduct a peaceful protest in a safe setting.
Senior leads student walkout
Memorial Day events will be celebrated all weekend, including one at Whitehaven Memorial Park in Mayfield Village this Sunday at 1:00pm. For more information, visit their official Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/492227593109738
Teachers, students get ready for Memorial Day weekend
School Resource Officer Andrew Duffy disposes of a confiscated vape. Junior class vice president Eric Bozkurt wants school officials to take a harder stance against vaping in the school. Bozkurt said, “The best option would be to enforce the no vaping more often. Instead of using announcements they should take action and enforce the rule.”
Despite administrative efforts, students continue to vape in high school
Sophomore Ryan Nemeth studies for his Science Olympiad event.
Science Olympiad prepares for state competition
Sophomore Erin Kerr reads the ACOTAR series during her study hall.
OPINION: Reading fiction can change way you see world
Gianna Condelli, Anna Rini, Vishista Nayak, and Henry Tran present a speech during their AP Seminar class.
OPINION: AP Seminar should count for communications credit
ALICE Training gives students and teachers a number of options of how to handle an intruder in the building, such as blocking classrooms.
OPINION: More schools need to implement ALICE Training
During Chanukkah, the menorah is lit with eight candles over eight days. The ninth candle is considered the helper candle.
OPINION: Christian holidays overshadow Jewish holidays
Russian president Vladimir Putin took action to invade Ukraine on Feb. 24. According to the PBS Frontline episode Putins Revenge, Putin is obsessed with his image and how he and his countrys actions are portrayed. The Atlantics Julia Ioffe said, [Putin] watches tapes of the evening news over and over and over again to see how he’s portrayed, to see how he looks.
OPINION: Russia’s attacks could generate large-scale war
Sophomore Francesca Diasio practices her batting stance in the locker room.
Sophomore feels prepared for new softball season
While in Michigan with his siblings and parents, Tommy Waner visits his cousins.
Student travels to Michigan over holiday break
Sophomore Ibeth Salome enjoys her summer vacation in Mexico.
Sophomore visits Mexico
Sophomore Gianna Condelli completes Quizlet Plus questions.
Student purchases Quizlet Plus
In her 7th period Biology class, sophomore Rhea Deshpande gets help from Mr. Verdi.
Q&A: Sophomore starts year with busy schedule
As part of their off-season workouts, junior Joe Barch bench presses, while Luke Durosko spots for him in the weight room.
Varsity football begins off season workouts
Freshman Gabriella Figuero dribbles the soccer ball in a game against Kirtland last season.
Girls soccer team faces off-season issues
Long distance runners warm up to run with stretching exercises. Sophomore Max Bremec said, This year, we’ve gotten outside faster because of the good weather.
Boys long-distance track runners prepare for meets
At one of their home meets, Taylor Arth participates in a relay where she receives the baton from teammate Brynlee Stoll.
Girls track team battles unpredictable weather
Sophomore Francesca Diasio practices her batting stance in the locker room.
Sophomore feels prepared for new softball season
Gallery: Seniors celebrate, receive awards at Senior Banquet
Gallery: Seniors celebrate, receive awards at Senior Banquet
Gallery: CEVEC students honored at graduation
Gallery: CEVEC students honored at graduation
Gallery: Top 40 seniors recognize their most influential teachers
Gallery: Top 40 seniors recognize their most influential teachers
Gallery: Students celebrate 2023 prom at LaVera
Gallery: Students celebrate 2023 prom at LaVera
Gallery: Ragtime cast perform in final show
Gallery: ‘Ragtime’ cast perform in final show
The Caniac combo includes two dipping sauces, which includes your choice of Canes Sauce or ketchup. Upon request, you can also get honey mustard or hot sauce.
Raising Cane’s satisfies hyped customers
Just a three-minute drive from MHS, Beyond offers the perfect healthy after-school meal or snack. Junior Payton Brown works there and said, It is a great place to get food. Not only does it taste good but everything is very fresh. There are a variety of smoothies, foods, juices, and lemonades to choose from, and there are even options to create your own.
Local juicery serves fresh food, beverages
Keep It Simple cheeseburger with french fries
Red Robin burns all high expectations
The Buffalo Crunch Wrap is one of many favorites on the menu at Paninis.
New Panini’s has plenty to offer
Wow! Crumbl Cookies in Mentor are definitely social media worthy.
Viral cookie shop serves delicious cookies
Horse is bombarded with overly-enthusiastic affection from Wammawink, Durpleton, Ched, and Zulius.
‘Centaurworld’ surprises with outstanding characters, plot, music
WW2 movie disappoints with unclear plot
WW2 movie disappoints with unclear plot
Egyptian honeymoon turns into captivating murder mystery
Egyptian honeymoon turns into captivating murder mystery
‘West Side Story’ impresses with riveting rendition
‘West Side Story’ impresses with riveting rendition
Encanto is still showing in theaters at Regal Willoughby Commons, Atlas Diamond Center (Mentor), and AMC Classic (Solon).
‘Encanto’ shows how families learn, grow
A man rests with his dog while reading a book at the Naples Botanical Gardens in Naples, Fla.
Reading the key to long life
Lori Goldstein, author of Becoming Jinn. Taken from Lord Goldstein Books official website.
Book Talk: March
Book Talk: January
Book Talk: January
Photo of author and book cover both taken from Jodi Picoult official website.
Leaving Time marks another successful novel by author Jodi Picoult
Book Reviews: November
Taylor Swift announced that “Red (Taylor’s Version)” would be made available on all streaming platforms on Nov. 12 - about nine years after the original release. Swift said, “Just a friendly reminder that I would never have thought it was possible to go back and remake my previous work… Red is about to be mine again, but it has always been ours.”
Swift’s ‘Red’ version generates buzz
Conan Gray shows his growth from his first five-song EP, Sunset Season with the release of his new album, Kid Krow.
Coronavirus closure: Music worth trying
Tindel performing one of her original songs at The Agora.
Local singer, songwriter seeks to make it big
Shown is the album 13, the first compilation album by The Doors. It was released in November of 1970.
Vinyl making victorious comeback
To Pimp a Butterfly is receiving acclaim for its pure musicality blending elements of rap, jazz, and R&B. The album has received several Grammy nominations—including “Album of the Year” and “Rap Album of the Year.”
Lamar’s nominations will redeem Grammy snubs
WW2 movie disappoints with unclear plot
WW2 movie disappoints with unclear plot
Egyptian honeymoon turns into captivating murder mystery
Egyptian honeymoon turns into captivating murder mystery
‘West Side Story’ impresses with riveting rendition
‘West Side Story’ impresses with riveting rendition
Encanto is still showing in theaters at Regal Willoughby Commons, Atlas Diamond Center (Mentor), and AMC Classic (Solon).
‘Encanto’ shows how families learn, grow
Venom: Let There Be Carnage is playing at local Atlas and Regal theaters.
Movie Night: Hardy stars in ‘Venom’ sequel
Wilson Mills Road construction aggravates drivers
Wilson Mills Road construction aggravates drivers
The project continues to make progress, as shown by this construction site photo from June 6, 2023.
Mayfield Heights designs Aquatic & Community Center
Jurgen Wenzel takes a customers order at the Revolution Pizza in Willowick.
Local pizza shop grows with its third location
Construction continues to be done at the Aberdeen pool as trucks and equipment surround the area. Jennifer Di Lalla of the Aberdeen Board said, “We need a larger pool to meet the needs of the neighborhood.”
Aberdeen pool undergoes construction
This years St. Francis of Assisi festival kicks-off at 5:30pm on Thursday, June 8. Fr. Steve Flynn said, The festival began in the mid-80s or 90s, so it’s been operating for at least 30 years.
Gates Mills church hosts annual summer festival
Wilson Mills Road construction aggravates drivers
Wilson Mills Road construction aggravates drivers
The project continues to make progress, as shown by this construction site photo from June 6, 2023.
Mayfield Heights designs Aquatic & Community Center
Jurgen Wenzel takes a customers order at the Revolution Pizza in Willowick.
Local pizza shop grows with its third location
Construction continues to be done at the Aberdeen pool as trucks and equipment surround the area. Jennifer Di Lalla of the Aberdeen Board said, “We need a larger pool to meet the needs of the neighborhood.”
Aberdeen pool undergoes construction
This years St. Francis of Assisi festival kicks-off at 5:30pm on Thursday, June 8. Fr. Steve Flynn said, The festival began in the mid-80s or 90s, so it’s been operating for at least 30 years.
Gates Mills church hosts annual summer festival
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The Paw Print
According to CNN, American inflation rates are the highest since 1990. Consumer prices remain too high, said President Biden last week. The American people, in the midst of this economic crisis, the recovery is showing strong results but not to them. Theyre still looking out there, everything from a gallon of gas to a loaf of bread costs more and its worrisome, even though wages are going up.

Americans struggle to pay for inflated commodities

Luke Schofield and Jashman Buttar • November 17, 2021

Covid-19 has led to inflated costs of everyday commodities in America, as the residual effects of the pandemic continue to affect American wallets. The most obvious increase has been the price of gas,...

People protest against sexual assault at Dupont Circle in Washington, D.C.

Instagram users post about sexual assault

Allison Jewell, Guest Writer • May 27, 2021

Instagram has been creating a safe place for sexual assault victims to speak their truth with the hashtag #EndSexualAssault. Over 25,000 people have shared a post using this hashtag, including @ourbodies.ourvoice....

A gas station in Fairfax County, Virginia is closed on May 15 due to the gas shortage.

Twitter hashtag highlights pipeline shutdown

Kelsey Mize, Guest Writer • May 20, 2021

Last week, Twitter introduced the hashtag #GasShortage2021 as a way to spread awareness on the Colonial Pipeline issue in the United States. According to the Washington Post, the problem started...

Tension is still high amongst members of the African-American community after the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. Spanish teacher Phillip Deaton believes that how Donald Trump and Joe Biden view race relations is a key election issue for many voters. He said, “Racial inequality is an important issue due to the recent killings of African-Americans by police and due in part to the mainstream media and social media. We are able to see first-hand exactly what happened instead of just reading or hearing about it as a summary like it used to be.”

Election 2020: Trump, Biden remain divided over racial equality

Emma Buda, Guest Writer • October 30, 2020

Many Americans are considering their presidential candidates' specific views, including the importance of racial inequality. Former vice president Joe Biden has hopes for better racial equality all...

President Donald Trump, who strongly dislikes the Affordable Care Act, claims that hes helped Americans with their healthcare issues by working with pharmaceutical companies to lower the cost of prescription drugs.

Election 2020: Biden, Trump have opposite views on healthcare

Julia Levak, Guest Writer • October 28, 2020

With the presidential election in less than a week, many people are following the ideas of Donald Trump and Joe Biden on many important issues, including health care. Republican Donald Trump has been...

Donald Trump claims that America has more cases of COVID-19 because there is so much testing, while Joe Biden claims that Trump should have done many things differently to prevent the number of cases and deaths.

Election 2020: Trump, Biden differ on COVID-19 handling

Hannah Birnbaum, Guest Writer • October 27, 2020

With the presidential election approaching rapidly, incumbent Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden have vastly different views on the next step to stop the Coronavirus outbreak. Former Vice...

President Donald Trump takes credit for the countrys economic success during his term, while Joe Biden has his own ideas to rejuvenate the American economy.

Election 2020: Trump, Biden debate over economy

Teddy Spetz, Guest Writer • October 26, 2020

In just one week, Americans across the country will decide who they want to elect as president, and one of the main factors influencing their choices will be the economy. During Trump's time as president...

President Donald Trump delivers remarks about the military at the White House. While Trump has encouraged a powerful and well-funded military, Joe Biden wants reduced, responsible military funding and said, “Our military is [just] one tool in our toolbox. “

Trump, Biden differ on military spending

Staff • October 5, 2020

With the presidential election around the corner, many Americans are reviewing the positions of Donald Trump and Joe Biden on many key issues, including the U.S. military. When Trump, a Republican,...

As Gov. Gavin Newsom announces the re-opening of businesses in California, hes been met with many critics on Twitter who have used the tag #DoNotOpenCalifornia.

California plans to reopen, residents conflicted

Casey Imoto, Guest Writer • May 14, 2020

On May 8, California Gov. Gavin Newsom hinted at further relaxing cautionary restrictions amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Some locals disapprove of the plan, resulting in #DoNotOpenCalifornia trending on Twitter. Industries...

Athletes, sports organizations, and even President Trump have used the tag @StayStrong during the pandemic.

Americans stay strong at home

Tyler Nungesser, Guest Writer • May 12, 2020

Over the past weeks, athletes and citizens across the country have shared their stories on how they are staying strong at home. This has led to #staystrong trending on Twitter. Former NFL player Brett...

President Trump’s comments about using disinfectant inside the body has created quite the buzz on social media.

Trump suggests using injected disinfectant, Lysol responds

Staff • April 24, 2020

At a press conference on April 23, President Trump said he wondered if disinfectant could be used inside the body. This led to #PresidentLysol trending on Twitter. Trump first began speaking about the...

Battelle employees build a Battelle CCDS Critical Care Decontamination System™

Ohio seeks authorization of mask sterilization technology

Abhi Siri, Guest Writer • April 8, 2020

On March 29, 2020, Gov. Mike DeWine made a direct appeal to the FDA for full authorization of Columbus-based Battelle’s new mask sterilization technology. The governor said that the FDA had granted...

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