Turn It Off
Kat Carlow, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
With cell phones and other media devices becoming more accessible to younger audiences, numerous debates have sparked on what kind of effect these devices have on the youth. More specifically, what the effects of longer screen times are compared to shorter ones. According to the Pew Research Center, 45% ...
Empower Club
Kat Carlow, Staff Writer
September 30, 2019
After Junior Angela Owa’s first year in public school, she realized the difference of student diversity and thought compared to private school. Owa decided to take advantage of these assortments of ideas and proposed Empower club, a new club that gives students a voice to express their opinions about...
Behind the Curtail Call
Imahn McAlister, Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
Each of the theater students had a specific reason for joining. Whether it was a love for entertainment, or as a way of expressing themselves. These students dig in deep to give to the people of Whitehouse the best show they can. “I have always loved theater,” senior Veronica O'neal said. “I starte...
Meet the Court
Caitlin Gorbett, Staff Writer
September 25, 2019
Results for Homecoming King will be announced on Friday at the Pep rally, with the Homecoming Queen being revealed at 7 p.m. at the football game later that day. In this article, eight out of the 12 candidates participated in a Q&A The Homecoming King Candidates Nolan Goodwin Who are your sponsors? ...
A Different Tune
Alivia Caples, Staff Writer
September 24, 2019
Senior Connor Tompkins inspires himself, and uses his passion for music, along with his will, to learn to do choir. To make his senior year special,he joined a team like organization he thought would be beneficial. “I've been in choir for about four weeks,’’ Tompkins said. “This is my first...
The Courtesy of Cleaning
Casey Lewis, Staff Writer
September 11, 2019
The spotless walls, the reflective floors, and the shining emblem when walking into a seemingly brand new school, only made possible by the people that many students forget to thank. This is the work of our custodians. Custodians prepare for the school year all summer while kids are not in school. M...
Midwest Mission
Alivia Caples, Staff Writer
September 10, 2019
Summer is known for relaxation and parties, but for Senior Caleb DuPree, it served something different. Each year during the summer his church has a program that educates children in the midwest. “VBS stands for Vacation Bible School,” said Caleb. “At VBS, we teach kids about lessons in th...
An Apple A Day Keeps the Students Awake
McKenzie Gray, Staff Writer
September 10, 2019
Alone at a table, the girl rubbed her stomach hungrily as everyone else around her munched happily on the delicious goodies they had brought from home. She had been in a rush to catch the bus and left her favorite Strawberry Shortcake lunch box on the porch. She turned when she felt a soft tap on her...
Gatsby and Glamour
Imahn McAlister, Staff Writer
December 3, 2018
Kids flood the cafeteria as the DJ plays the latest hits, dancing in hundreds of dollars in formal wear. The boy’s trade in their jeans and tennis shoes for a tux and dress shoes. The girls twirl in glittery dress; they look absolutely pristine. The only thing that can be seen in this crowd of kids a...
Carter De Los Santos, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
Students have always known that at some point in their life they are going to need a job. Here is a list of part-time jobs for high school students. Bath &...
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