by Joey Derrico This past election season was one that spotlighted the bias lurking in news media. Some of the bias is unintentional while the rest is rooted in the organization’s values and ideals. Sometimes bias is a necessity for news organizations to appeal to loyal viewers who share similar views. However, bias should be avoided when applicable. The fair reporting of news is required … Continue reading Avoiding News Bias
By Henry Wong 1) “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” – Pelé If you can realize that education is a privilege and come to a liking of what you do, it becomes easier to appreciate what you are being taught. 2) “Perseverance is a virtue … Continue reading 10 Quotes to Get You Through Your High School Career. Number 7 Will Blow Your Mind!
By Henry Wong It seems that prices are only going up as the years go by. Gas prices have gone up, school lunches are more expensive, and helium balloon prices have risen due to inflation. It seems that the only price that has not changed is a Costco hot dog. Luckily, the following tips will help you save money. Make your own lunches and dinners. … Continue reading How to Save Money
By Henry Wong When one day it’s 60 degrees and it’s snowing the next, it can be hard to know what to wear. Luckily, I have 17 years of dressing experience for Ohio weather and am here to help. Scenario A: 30 degrees in the morning, 60 degrees in the afternoon Solution 1: Wear pants and a t-shirt. This allows for warmth below and breathability … Continue reading How to Dress for S’winter
By Henry Wong Daylight Saving Time can really tick you off. While losing an hour of productivity may seem like a minute issue to some, it is hour responsibility as productive people to change that. What follows are seven tips on how to gain your hour of productivity back. Shorten up your naps. Anything longer than 15 minutes just makes you feel groggy again. Change … Continue reading How to be an Hour More Productive After Daylight Saving Time
By: Sara Wolf Here we are, against the difficult, slow-moving, brick wall part of the school year–when the days seem to go by slower than they usually do, and the only thing getting students by is the thought of spring and summer breaks not too far away. As students stress and focus on testing, quarters ending and beginning, and all of their responsibilities in general, … Continue reading How to have a better week
By Elaine King 13 days. There are thirteen days until Spring Break for those of Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Local School District. Spring Break begins after the school day of March 31. For many, Spring Break includes sandy beaches, the hot sun, and an ocean view; however, not everyone has the luxury to escape from the tristate area. For those trapped in Ohio for the week, fear not. … Continue reading Here’s some Staycation ideas for Ohio
by Joey Derrico After the election in November, many Americans are asking how they can become more politically active in their community. The good news is that there is an abundance of ways to become active in politics at the local, state, and even national level. Whether it be an issue in the local neighborhood or the White House, use this beginning guide for how to … Continue reading How to be Politically Active
By Sarah Rovinsky Too many people know Valentine’s Day to be a commercial maneuver to sell chocolate and jewelry in which we are forced to participate in, otherwise, we become the Grinch of February 14. Should we be lucky enough to have a special someone to share this day with, and choose to ignore it, you’re just a thoughtless meanie. The issue then becomes what … Continue reading A Rational Highschooler’s Approach to February 14th
by Joey Derrico A common complaint among high schoolers is the lack of time in the day to accomplish their various responsibilities. Balancing school, extracurriculars, and a healthy sleep schedule is an arduous task for even the most ambitious of students. There are ways, however, to appease stress and create more available time in the day. The solution lies in following a schedule with dedication … Continue reading How to Create and Follow a Schedule
