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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
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The Paw Print
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Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor

Joe DeNardo is a Senior at Mayfield. Joe discovered his gift and interest for journalism during his Junior year --when Mr. Somich's Digital Newswriting class and The Paw Print made him realize that his talents in writing and unique social skills could be put to use as a staff writer for Mayfield's newspaper!

 

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Cleveland Cavaliers Iman Shumpert looks on as LeBron James gives Kyrie Irving a hug celebrating a four-game sweep over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at Philips Arena in Atlanta.

Cavs sweep again: Is the East that bad?

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
May 11, 2016
Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee, won against all odds by dominating his adversaries forcing them to drop out one by one. The debate over whether or not he can unite the party behind him has grown even more intense upon his victory.

Why I’m (haphazardly) voting for Trump

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
May 11, 2016
Goya’s ‘The Third of May 1808’ is his most famous work, and is universally admired for its daring subject matter and gripping intent.

‘Third of May’ painting depicts gory reality

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
May 3, 2016
The cast, crew, band, and childrens chorus of Mayfields production of Joseph pose for one final picture.

“Joseph” rocks Mayfield’s auditorium

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
April 11, 2016
Newton’s play on the field won him MVP and rightfully so—but he’ll forever be remembered for making the “sneeze-nod” go viral.

Why ‘dabbing’ needs to die

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
April 8, 2016
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

“Batman V Superman” sells tickets, flops with critics

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
March 30, 2016
Players wearing old football uniforms back in 2015

Wildcats move in pack to Lake Erie College

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
March 14, 2016

Sunday Best

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
March 12, 2016
McGregor’s loss at UFC 196 was his first in the last 15 fights.

Return of the SI curse: McGregor loses UFC 196

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
March 8, 2016
The 2016 Mustache for Cash teacher participants.

Mustache for Cash participants

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
March 7, 2016
The 2015 Mustache for Cash participants. Mr. Pubentz is third from the right.

‘Mustache for Cash’ returns for 2016

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
February 29, 2016
Cuba Gooding Jr. stars as O.J Simpson.

“The People v. O.J Simpson” ignites controversy, ratings

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
February 29, 2016
Splash Lagoons variety of activities kept the seniors busy for the majority of the day.

Seniors take trip to indoor waterpark

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
February 22, 2016

The B16 Finish

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
February 19, 2016
An aerial view of Mayfield High School.

Legan addresses bomb threat concerns

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
February 9, 2016
Bandiera (right) is honored and prepared to take the position of his mentor Coach Pinto (left).

The BandiERA: meet Mayfield’s new head coach

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
January 25, 2016
The LA Rams need identity and spark to keep energy high. Manziel in essence is the answer.

LA Johnny: Why the Rams should take Manziel

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
January 18, 2016
The FOX Business debate was more of a nutcase showcase then a discussion between possible nominees.

GOP debates have become parodies of themselves

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
January 18, 2016
Local slopes like Alpine Valley Ski resort have business boost with each snowfall.

Skiiers, snowboarders get their wish

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
January 13, 2016
Stallones honor represents his journey and growth as an actor.

Golden Globes: Sly’s win a memorable one

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
January 13, 2016
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

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
December 16, 2015
Jake Willins is proud to be a charismatic individual.

WQ: Charisma fuels honorable personalities

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
December 14, 2015
Shauna Fleming of California began the campaign of A Million Thanks in 2004. Now teachers across the country, like Mayfields Mr. Pubentz, are also dedicated to the cause.

Pubentz’s students exceed ‘million thanks’ expectations

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
December 10, 2015
Lucy knocks Charlie Brown over with a snowball, in this comic strip originally published by Charles Schulz on Dec. 9, 1968.

Timeless ‘Peanuts’ Christmas special turns 50

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
December 10, 2015
Players wearing old football uniforms back in 2015

Wildcats edge Raiders, prep for Hudson

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
November 16, 2015
Photo by Jared Serre.

Wildcats focus on Warren Harding

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
November 10, 2015
Wildcats look to fulfill high expectations

Wildcats look to fulfill high expectations

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
November 4, 2015
New Mayfield club looks beyond judgments

New Mayfield club looks beyond judgments

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
November 4, 2015
O.J. Simpson looks on from a grandstand box at Churchill Downs prior to the 130th Running of the Kentucky Derby, Saturday, May 1, 2004 in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by STEVE DESLICH/KRT

Sour Juice: O.J’s acquittal 20 years later

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
October 28, 2015
Photo by Anna Sintsirmas.

Sophomore’s pjs are electrifying

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
October 5, 2015
The Wildcats huddle together prior to their state semi-final match up vs. Nordonia last fall. Photo by Jared Serre.

Wildcats team to beat in WRC

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
September 24, 2015
A letter from the editor

A letter from the editor

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
September 1, 2015
Tommy V’s creates delicious Italian cuisines

Tommy V’s creates delicious Italian cuisines

Joe DeNardo, Chief Editor
September 1, 2015
Construction workers have been working outside of the school for the past few weeks.

Mayfield makes massive construction changes

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
June 8, 2015
Kate Bakhtiyarova: Editor, friend, inspiration

Kate Bakhtiyarova: Editor, friend, inspiration

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
June 8, 2015
Principal Jeff Legan, shown at the Breakfast with Santa event with his family, is picked by many as the Face of Mayfield.

Legan strong candidate for ‘Face of Mayfield’

Joe DeNardo, Staff Writer
May 11, 2015
Floyd Mayweather Jr., left, avoids a right hand by Manny Pacquiao in the sixth round of the WBC Welterweight Championship at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 2nd 2015. Mayweather won in a unanimous decision.

‘Fight of the century’ leaves fans underwhelmed

Joe DeNardo, Staff Writer
May 11, 2015
Senior vocalist Natalia Alicea and junior tap dancer Perris Lewis won the honor of an encore performance. Photo by Jared Serre.

Talent show amazes Mayfield spectators

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
April 28, 2015
Out with the old, in with the new; the Chief Wahoo logo, shown left, and the Block C cap serving as the predecessor. Photo by Joe DeNardo

Racially degrading mascots stir controversy

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
April 26, 2015
Yearbook students Dana Luciano, Felice Ferrante, and Jillian Rice are hard at work to insert their creative ideas. Photo by John Sullivan.

Yearbook students put on finishing touches

Joe DeNardo, Staff writer
April 16, 2015
Photo taken from official high school musical page

Grease comes to Mayfield

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
February 26, 2015
Mr. Leffler congratulates Isabella and Hunter. Photo by Emily Pietrantone.

Mayfield football players sign collegiate letters

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
February 5, 2015
Photo by Margaret Valletta.

Men’s Soccer: The lads make their case

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
November 16, 2014
The varsity girls soccer team celebrates their first district championship in school history. Photo by Michael Bissell.

Regardless: Lady Wildcat soccer team has historical season

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
November 16, 2014
Football team advances to regional final

Football team advances to regional final

JOE DENARDO, Staff Writer
November 16, 2014
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