Five Things Teens Can Do to Improve Mental Health
By Steven Lavender-Gray Mental health will probably always be an issue that needs to be addressed in high schools. As we’ve seen over the past few years, more teenagers are struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. But what are some practical steps teens can take to improve their mental health? Here’s what the research says: 1. Spend less time on your … Continue reading Five Things Teens Can Do to Improve Mental Health
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”
The Case for School Email Access
By Cal Clapper Emails are a vital tool to connect people in the professional and academic worlds, but McCaskey student emails are inaccessible. Having an email address allows students to quickly and professionally contact teachers, employers, and colleges; and access information about possible internships or opportunities that could be open to them. Every McCaskey student has a school email linked to their ID number and … Continue reading The Case for School Email Access
Why is BookTok So Annoying?
By Sidney Brant TikTok is a terrifying platform. Users of the app often acknowledge this with the caveat that yes, it sucks the life out of you and makes any long-term task impossible without a Subway surfers video playing in the background, but it can expose you to so much unique, interesting media that you otherwise wouldn’t have discovered. There are communities formed fully online … Continue reading Why is BookTok So Annoying?
Meet Mr. Houseman
By Caroline Ponticelli Mr. Houseman is not just an ordinary teacher. His dedication to teaching and passion for his students makes him an exceptional educator. This is Mr. Houseman’s first year at the high school, but he taught for many years at Wheatland Middle School prior to coming to McCaskey. Before he got into teaching, he covered crime and politics in broadcast television. It gave … Continue reading Meet Mr. Houseman
New Years Resolutions at McCaskey
By Gabriel Brogan It’s a new year, and a new you. Or is it? There’s a lot of expectation around the new year, especially in the form of New Year’s resolutions. Many of us think we can suddenly turn a corner and improve ourselves with good habits and long-term goals, but the reality is fairly discouraging. Unsurprisingly, most New Year’s resolutions fail. Many of us … Continue reading New Years Resolutions at McCaskey
Pro-Palestine Boycotts: What is Going On, and Why?
By Nemari Morales Social media and news sources within the United States have been bursting with daily updates, insights, and conversation about the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. Choosing to educate themselves, some have expressed support for Palestine by participating in the BDS Movement, others believing the movement to be anti-Semitic. But, many remain clueless as to what is happening in other parts of the … Continue reading Pro-Palestine Boycotts: What is Going On, and Why?
Everything You Need To Know About The WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes
By Ada Kessler For most people within today’s society, television is an integral part of life. They watch it in the morning to be entertained as they get ready and they watch it at night to unwind after a long day. The average U.S. adult watches 294 minutes of television per day according to marketingcharts.com. This doesn’t even account for the time spent discussing television … Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About The WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes
Detroit Pistons suffer Heartbreaking Loss to Maple Heights Senior Living Tortoises
By Mitchell Copeland At 4-38, the Detroit Pistons rank dead last in the NBA. They rank in the bottom 5 for nearly every team statistic. Not only that, they tied the record for the longest losing streak in NBA history (28 games). Fans are still trying to speculate who they might be tanking for; Lebron James Jr, Alexander Sarr, or maybe Caitlin Clark. The Pistons … Continue reading Detroit Pistons suffer Heartbreaking Loss to Maple Heights Senior Living Tortoises
Cell Phone Addiction: a Personal Retrospective
By Tiyya Geiger Cellphone addiction in our increasingly interconnected society perhaps most clearly manifests itself in our grudgingly short attention spans. We itch for the answer to our questions the second they appear and when gone unanswered, we allow the next thing to distract us in a cycle of never-ending vapidness. Previously intriguing dilemmas now rarely cause a batted eye or induce a spark of … Continue reading Cell Phone Addiction: a Personal Retrospective
Are Young Girls Growing Up Too Fast?
By Nora Schindler It’s not a new thing, the issue of girls growing up fast. I think the concept of a girl growing up faster than the others around them is one thing almost all girls can relate to. During middle school, dynamics shift and the maturity gap between boys and girls seems to expand. After all, there’s a clear difference between the two middle … Continue reading Are Young Girls Growing Up Too Fast?
America’s Unhealthy Consumerist Culture
By Elisabeth Palacios Since the 1920s, consumerism in America has increasingly defined both our economy and culture–whether we can afford it or not. In the last year, credit card debt was the highest it has ever been. According to a recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, it surpassed $1.08 trillion. “We are still largely a paycheck-to-paycheck nation,” based on the words … Continue reading America’s Unhealthy Consumerist Culture
Meet Anya Eden
By Elisabeth Palacios In McCaskey’s 2023 fall play, Robinhood or the True Tale of Marian, 10th grader Anya Eden played the role of Alana Dale, one of the leads. She decided to perform in the fall play because of her passion for performing, as well as her love for last year’s theater director. She was excited to work with the cast, happy to see what … Continue reading Meet Anya Eden
Meet Dr. Miles
By Tiyya Geiger High school second chair in clarinet, avid lover of self-help books, and dedicated to power hour, Dr. Keith Miles Jr’s disciplined and active lifestyle allows him to be an effective leader, and keeps him busy. I caught Dr. Keith Miles after a superintendent student cabinet meeting, now referred to as Listening and Learning sessions. As we sat in the freezing room B123, … Continue reading Meet Dr. Miles
Meet Mrs. Peters
By Cal Clapper I first met Mrs. Peters when she was student teaching last year. Her warm, calm, presence and contagious laugh makes the ceramics room a sanctuary for her students. Taking over for the previous ceramics teacher Ms. Fasen, Mrs. Peters began teaching at McCaskey at the beginning of this year. Only a few months in, she is already beloved by many students, but … Continue reading Meet Mrs. Peters
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