“The Giver” reminds us of everything that makes life worth living
Philip Noyce’s 2014 film adaptation of Lois Lowry’s The Giver is a rush of color, beauty, and sound. It is both a depiction of pain and a celebration of life. The Giver takes place in a society devoid of color, emotion, and inequality—conditions which are put in place in order to create maximum human comfort and efficiency for its people. There are no wars, no … Continue reading “The Giver” reminds us of everything that makes life worth living
The Texas-Jerusalem Crossroads: The Greatest Shoegaze Album of All Time
The music underground of the 90’s was defined mainly by the whim of teenagers everywhere. The almost compulsive pull away from the glam rock and hair metal aesthetics of the 80’s created some of the oddest and most ambitious genre mixings to date. The creation of shoegaze fusing sweet, melodic dream-pop and post-rock walls of harsh guitar sound with emotional, lovesick lyrics was a force … Continue reading The Texas-Jerusalem Crossroads: The Greatest Shoegaze Album of All Time
News Isn’t For Everyone
As social media movements progress, there is increasing pressure to be involved in politics—attending protests, signing petitions, reposting information—but this may not be helpful for all involved. There has been much debate recently about the impact of social media on mental health and on how it has simultaneously increased the availability of social justice. It seems almost paradoxical. One would think that an increase in … Continue reading News Isn’t For Everyone
How to Stay Motivated Through the End of the School Year
Image credit: Sujan Upreti As we all eagerly await the end of the school year and the long summer break that is ahead of us, not to mention the warm weather right around the corner, we all need to work to finish out the school year strong. That can seem like a real challenge to some people who may have mentally clocked out of school, … Continue reading How to Stay Motivated Through the End of the School Year
“SWEAT,” by Lynn Nottage, Through My Eyes
I was given the opportunity to watch the Fulton Theatre’s rendition of Sweat, a play written by Lynn Nottage. Although we weren’t presented with the original cast, the Fulton’s production was able to portray the character’ thoughts and feelings in a way that captivated the audience. Ms. Gregory and Mr. White invited students from their American Literature classes to see the play with them … Continue reading “SWEAT,” by Lynn Nottage, Through My Eyes
“Encanto” Presents a New Kind of Children’s Movie
“The stars don’t shine, they burn,” Mirabel Madrigal sings to her family, the sweet melody juxtaposing her family’s once magical home in shambles in front of her. Framing Mirabel’s figure is the beautiful Colombian forest with her Abuela standing next to her, who, moments before, Mirabel had embraced tightly by the river where Abuela first received the miracle that made the now broken house magical … Continue reading “Encanto” Presents a New Kind of Children’s Movie
What’s Up With Rising Prices?
If you have driven past a gas station recently and winced at the price sign, you’re not alone. Many Americans are feeling the strain on their wallets, and the rising gas prices aren’t the only problem. The cost of both buying and renting houses has gone through the roof, and food prices are also on the rise. Eventually, these issues will affect nearly everyone if … Continue reading What’s Up With Rising Prices?
Gaslighting: More of a Punch Than a Punchline
Recently it has become popular for people to gaslight their friends, assuming everyone is in on the joke. The term “gaslight, gate keep, girlboss” was coined as a way to empower and joke about one’s trauma. What began as an internet joke has spiraled into a dangerous game for those susceptible to gaslighting. Like many other trends on the internet, this term supposedly began on … Continue reading Gaslighting: More of a Punch Than a Punchline
Senorita Cairns
Senorita Cairns is one of the very talented Spanish teachers that we have here on the McCaskey Campus. She is currently teaching Honors Spanish 1, Spanish 1, and IB Spanish 5. So if you are a freshman or a sophomore or you are taking IB classes, you have a good chance of getting her for a teacher. She loves talking about her travels and things … Continue reading Senorita Cairns
How School Impacts Mental Health
“Education is not a problem. Education is an opportunity.” -President Lyndon B. Johnson. In order to make this statement true, we need to work on fixing the major issues in the American education system. Twenty to forty percent of middle and high school students have symptoms of depression. After discussing how school impacts the mental health of my peers, I have come to the conclusion … Continue reading How School Impacts Mental Health
All Hail the Chief! (An Interview with Rose Carlson)
The idea to interview Rose Carlson came from a joke. “What if I interviewed my editor in chief? Could you believe it?” But the stranger the idea the more intrigued I became; I began to think that getting to know her might be a worthy endeavor for the both of us. One ten minute interview over and I had a new found respect for Carlson, … Continue reading All Hail the Chief! (An Interview with Rose Carlson)
Kai Rowe: The Power of Friendship and Food
For the longest time, I was adamant about not making any new friends, and keeping to myself. I don’t know what changed that, but it started with my interest in a person in my World Cultures class. I wasn’t really sure about how to approach this, so one day I just asked to sit next to them. Since that day, we’ve been friends ever since. … Continue reading Kai Rowe: The Power of Friendship and Food
Four Perspectives on Surviving School During a Pandemic
When schools shut down on March 13, 2020, not very many people predicted the ongoing pandemic that upended almost every facet of life. The two weeks off school turned into a month, into two, until school was moved online for the next school year as well. The past two years were characterized by masks, discussions of ‘flattening the curve’, and exasperating Zoom calls that never … Continue reading Four Perspectives on Surviving School During a Pandemic
Hope, Kindness, and Teaching: A Conversation with Mr. Hanson
Image credit: Tim Mercandetti As a student who tries to steer clear of the school administrators, my original feelings on interviewing one were somewhat mixed. The constant negative mindset I wrap myself in when arriving at school every day is not unique to Wyatt Potter, as much as I wish that were the case. It’s much easier to present yourself as an uncaring enigma than … Continue reading Hope, Kindness, and Teaching: A Conversation with Mr. Hanson
Michael Eby-Good: Bridging the Gap Between Math and Art
Image credit: MSC Photographer Michael Eby-Good is one of the Art Systems Technicians at McCaskey Campus. He spends most of his day with staff helping to plan out the details of any events, and his last period assisting students in the Stage and Design Production class in the JP Auditorium. Like art does with communities, he acts as a glue, connecting a variety of people. … Continue reading Michael Eby-Good: Bridging the Gap Between Math and Art
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