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People often associate hearts, candy and flowers with Valentine's day. However, none of these really relate to the holiday's original origins.

The history of valentines day

Yuval Shachar, Layout Editor and Business Manager
February 28, 2021
Black History Month is an annual celebration every February to spotlight the achievements of African Americans in history.

Influential black figures

Aya Hesham, Online News Editor
February 28, 2021
Netflix displays just a handful of shows and movies that have English subtitles. Subtitles allow for increased understanding and can broaden viewers horizons beyond contents in their native languages.

Overcoming the one-inch barrier in TV: Subtitles

Elana Renbaum, Print Managing Editor
February 21, 2021
Signing up for classes can be a hectic task. The new registration page on StudentVue allows a straightforward process for students to complete registrations.

Students adjust to virtual class registrations

Tissa Amaira, Online Feature Editor
February 8, 2021
Learning how to drive has become even more difficult and complicated with the pandemic. Students have to adjust to new rules and procedures for safety, like wearing masks during the driving skills test.

A detailed guide on how to get a driver’s license during the pandemic

Cora Flynn, Staff Writer
February 6, 2021
Many people all over the country have been forced to become accustomed to screens similar to this one due to the pandemic.

Productivity of students mid-year

Bode Ramsay, Staff Writer
February 5, 2021
Lights, camera, action! Senior Jane Umhofer smiles as her picture is taken. She committed to the University of Illinois to continue her swimming passion.

The class of 2021 is already committed

Ellie Eastep, Social Media/Marketing
January 29, 2021
AP College Board offers free online support and resources for students taking AP classes online. This year and in past years students and teachers have used AP College Board to distribute and teach material for their classes.

AP classes: Harder or easier during a pandemic?

Yuval Shachar, Layout Editor and Business Manager
January 22, 2021
Hallway Pass Episode 4: College Decisions

Hallway Pass Episode 4: College Decisions

Samar Jahanbin, Podcast/Video Editor
January 15, 2021
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