You’re So Vain, You Think This Hallway Belongs to You

Hallways are communal passages used by students and staff alike to get from place to place during the school day. Unfortunately, these shared spaces too often become clogged by well-meaning students who feel the need to stop dead in their tracks and hold banal conversations about a trifling subject. If... [Read more]

Confinement Isn’t Fine

Orlando’s famous whale, Tillikum, pulled an aquatic trainer in the pool at the Shamu Stadium, and thrashed her to death. This is the third incident involving this whale that resulted in death or injury. Although, the event was tragic, we shouldn’t be surprised when an animal acts on it’s... [Read more]

The Proof is in the Pickle

When someone mentions JROTC, what do you think of? The “ugly” green suits, the Sergeant in your face screaming, or maybe the famous hand salute. Well whatever it is, JROTC might be about something completely different than what you have imagined. JROTC is a class for kids from kids. What this means... [Read more]

Signs of Senioritis

A common diagnosis for the end of the year slack portrayed by most high school seniors is “senioritis.” The signs are often observable, but is there a cure? The following is a guide to discover if you have become infected with senioritis or a key to discovering if close friends or family... [Read more]

Shutter Island Review

If you’re expecting Shutter Island to be a hokey, over-done, thriller glorifying pretty-boy Leonardo Dicaprio, prepare to be disappointed. The movie isn’t scary at all, as many expect it to be– I wouldn’t even call it a thriller. Suspense? Yes. Mystery? Most definitely. While... [Read more]

Lemonade Love

When I was kid I vividly remember pouring the lemonade into my cup. I had just run in from a game of street hockey, because that was cool in the 90’s and I chugged a few glasses to quench my thirst. The next thing I know, I have a 103 fever and and I’m blowing chunks everywhere. Literally.... [Read more]

The Lost Art of Bike Riding

I walked into my garage the other day, and behind the boxes of holiday decorations and tools lay my bicycle.  I remembered when I first got it in sixth grade, and how then I thought it was the coolest thing ever.  Before I started driving, that bicycle was my way of getting around.  I felt lazy thinking... [Read more]

PDA: People Disgustingly Affectionate

Ok, so maybe PDA really stands for Public Displays of Affection, but really is there any difference? Spring is coming up soon and with the blossoming of new loves, I’m a tad frightened of what is to come for those who have become accustomed to cuddling in the hallways. A simple stroll from one... [Read more]

Call of Duty: Too Graphic?

Infinity Ward released it’s newest game, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Nov. 10. The game has been acclaimed as the most anticipated game of the decade. I, myself, had the game pre-ordered months before, and was waiting for it at the midnight release. Since the time of the game’s release,... [Read more]

Bah Humbug

Over Thanksgiving break I was considered to be the Uncle Scrooge of holiday celebrations as I rejected any signs of Christmas cheer. It seemed this year that before the turkey could even be taken out of the oven, my neighbors were putting up Christmas lights and Jingle Bells was blaring on every radio... [Read more]

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