Surviving the Winter Blues

By Ariana Martinez When winter makes its way around students start to feel less motivated and struggle to get through their days. They fall behind on schoolwork and stop trying. This could be because they are dealing with feelings of sadness or loneliness. Why is it always around winter though? Due to the colder weather, reduced sunlight, and shorter days, people tend to get seasonal … Continue reading Surviving the Winter Blues

Film Review: “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes”

By Ariana Martinez Director Francis Lawrence has done it again. Continuing the legacy of the famous young adult book series The Hunger Games with the new movie adaptation of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Released on November 17, 2023, this prequel shares a story of what life was like 64 years before the events of the first movie, sharing the backstory of the main … Continue reading Film Review: “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes”

Meet Mrs. Cashdollar

By Ariana Martinez Those who frequent McCaskey’s libraries know the generous and amiable Mrs. Cashdollar. You can find Jaymie Cashdollar, one of our kind-hearted librarians, in the library of JP and East. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for books, studying, or just hoping to build a puzzle. She can often be found at the front desk ready to make your experience in the library … Continue reading Meet Mrs. Cashdollar

What’s up with all the TVs in McCaskey’s hallways?

By Ariana Martinez At McCaskey High School, everyone has already noticed all the new TVs placed in teachers’ classrooms and others lingering in the halls on the walls. For the TVs in the classrooms, most would agree that the teachers’ classrooms needed an upgrade from their aged projectors, but what about the hallway TVs? These TVs started appearing in September of 2023. What are the … Continue reading What’s up with all the TVs in McCaskey’s hallways?

McCaskey’s School Spirit on Display at Homecoming Pep Rally

By Ariana Martinez On Friday, October 6th, the students of McCaskey High School supported and encouraged their peers at the Pep Rally. You could feel the excitement in the cheers that roared through the crowd, as everyone presenting came out. This special event occurred on the football field during periods nine and ten. The pep rally was a really great way to end the Friday … Continue reading McCaskey’s School Spirit on Display at Homecoming Pep Rally