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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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Terry Zdenek makes her rounds at the A-1 Self-Storage complex in San Jose, California, November 29, 2006. (Gary Reyes/San Jose Mercury News/MCT)

[Photo] Self-storage facility prepares for seasonal changes

January 3, 2017
Apples and honey are a traditional pairing to celebrate Rosh Hashanah. (Doug Young/Newsday/MCT)

[Photo] Students share Jewish holiday traditions

Kelvina Ng, Staff Writer
October 6, 2016
Sen. Mike DeWine (R-Ohio) concedes defeat in his re-election attempt for Senator in 2006. DeWine has since been elected to the position of Attorney General for the state of Ohio. (David Foster/Akron Beacon Journal/MCT)

[Photo] Ohio A.G. twists facts to achieve goals

December 20, 2015
Many Browns fans, like this one after last seasons loss to the Houston Texans, have been feeling like this postgame. (Ed Suba Jr./Akron Beacon Journal/MCT)

[Photo] Local restaurateur commences boycott of Browns

December 11, 2015
Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) stiff-arms Purdue cornerback Ricardo Allen (21) during the first half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana, on Saturday, November 2, 2013. Ohio State rolled, 56-0. (Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch/MCT)

[Photo] Greg Logan’s Heisman forecast

Greg Logan, Newsday
August 30, 2015
Photo provided by Tribune News Service.

[Photo] 4 Mistakes We All Make When Trying To Cheer Someone Up

KATHERINE SCHREIBER, TNS News Service
May 20, 2015
Fred Couples acknowledges the cheers of the gallery as he walks onto the 18th green during The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga., Sunday, April 13, 2014. (Jeff Siner/Charlotte Observer/MCT)

[Photo] Visualizing success critically important

Sean Conroy, Faculty contributor
April 16, 2015
Carey Spear (39) kicks a field goal against South Carolina on August 30, 2012. Spear made two field goals and an extra point in a 17-13 loss. (Gerry Melendez/The State/MCT)

[Photo] Carey Spear ready to start new chapter with Browns

Jared Serre, Staff writer
April 16, 2015
Illustration by Jeff Durham, provided by Tribune News Service

[Photo] Dear Mister Wilde, I talk back

MISTER WILDE, Advice Columnist
February 26, 2015
Illustration by Chris Ware, provided by Tribune News Service.

[Photo] Dear Mister Wilde, How Do I End It?

February 5, 2015
Worried student illustration

[Photo] Common Core standards put stress on students, teachers, parents

ALLIE RUS, Guest Contributor
February 2, 2015
President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden visit the Community College of Allegheny County West Hills Center in Oakdale, Pa., on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. (Michael Henninger/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/MCT)

[Photo] Obama’s push for free community college stirs debate

KORAN ADDO, ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH
February 2, 2015
President Barack Obama speaks at a news conference in the Rose Garden to talk about helping to keep college affordable for middle-class families and students by preventing student loan interest rates from doubling at the White House in Washington, DC. (Olivier Douliery/Abaca Press/MCT)

[Photo] White House’s college ratings system controversial even before completion

LARRY GORDON, LOS ANGELES TIMES
December 9, 2014
A plate of rainbow cookies--just one examples of the plethora of baked goods the Italian Club made on Friday. (Heather Walsh/Newsday/MCT)

[Photo] Italian Club bakes cookies, celebrates culture

KATE BAKHTIYAROVA, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2014
Soldiers salute as the National Anthem is played during Fort Jacksons annual Veterans Day wreath laying ceremony, Thursday, Nov. 7, 2013, in Columbia, S.C. (Gerry Melendez/The State/MCT)

[Photo] Mayfield students give “A Million Thanks”

KATE BAKHTIYAROVA, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2014
ILLUSTRATION: Tough teacher

[Photo] Dear Mister Wilde, My Teacher Hates Me

MISTER WILDE, Advice Columnist
December 9, 2014
Photo by G.J. McCarthy/Dallas Morning News/MCT)

[Photo] The Yerd Herd: What's an editor?

November 19, 2014
Map locating the proposed path of the Keystone pipeline.

[Photo] Senate falls short on Keystone, battle looms with Obama next year

WILLIAM DOUGLAS, KEVIN HALL, and LESLEY CLARK
November 18, 2014
Commissioner Vitit Muntarbhorn and Paulo Pinheiro, Chair of the International Commission of Inquiry on Syria, at a press conference in Geneva, Switzerland, on Friday Nov. 14, 2014. (John Zarocostas/McClatchy DC/MCT)

[Photo] UN accuses Islamic State of war crimes in Syria

JOHN ZAROCOSTAS, TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE
November 18, 2014
State education standards

[Photo] Common Core enters MHS

KATE BAKHTIYAROVA, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2014
Michael Kitada/The Orange County Register/MCT

[Photo] Schools need to shorten academic year

RAINA DANO, Contributor
November 16, 2014
Matt Goodmanson, a junior, yawns during teacher Rich Schrams eighth period honors physics class Aug. 28, 2014 at Buffalo Grove High School in Buffalo Grove, Ill. The American Academy of Pediantrics issued a statement saying school start times should be pushed to 8:30 a.m. or later, as many students arent getting enough sleep. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/MCT)

[Photo] School day needs to start later

TATUM BRANDENBURG, Contributor
November 16, 2014
Students prepare for their English exams. (Ethan Hyman/Raleigh News & Observer/MCT)

[Photo] Humanities’ decline: Is it really helping us?

ALLISON NG, Contributor
November 16, 2014
ILLUSTRATION: Missed connection

[Photo] Dear Mister Wilde, I Have a Crush

MISTER WILDE, Advice Columnist
November 15, 2014
2 Insomnia books illustration

[Photo] Dear Mister Wilde, I Can’t Sleep

MISTER WILDE, Advice Columnist
November 15, 2014
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