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Kanye West and the Story of Donda

Kanye West and the Story of Donda

Anthony Gonzalez-Medina September 1, 2021

Kanye West is an American recording artist, billionaire, fashion designer, and cultural phenomenon. West currently has 10 solo studio albums spanning across the last two decades, with his 10th having...

Why Childhood Relationships Are Important

Why Childhood Relationships Are Important

adviser September 1, 2021

During childhood, relationships children develop can affect them for the rest of their lives. There are many relationships that children have during childhood whether it be school friends, parents, teachers,...

Murderous Hot Dogs

Murderous Hot Dogs

Anthony Gonzalez-Medina September 1, 2021

New study confirms hot dogs are taking away a percentage of our lives. Have you ever sat down during a sporting event, celebrating 4th of July, or just having dinner and starting chowing down on a few...

Young depressed male character hugging his knees. Stages of grief. Emotional problems. Suicidal thoughts. Mental health. Modern life of millennials. Grey colours.

Social Anxiety

adviser September 1, 2021

According to the ADAA, 5 million adults have social anxiety disorder. Social anxiety disorder, also called SAD is a mental health condition that gives you irrational anxiety in social situations. This...

USD 259 Mask Mandate

USD 259 Mask Mandate

Ali Nguyen September 1, 2021

On August 23, 2021, board members voted 6-0 to mandate face masks. Board president, Stan Resser made his decision based off of guidance from local hospitals, the CDC, and the local board of health. During...

How Did You Feel When You Received Your Transcript?

How Did You Feel When You Received Your Transcript?

adviser September 1, 2021

So we just received our transcripts and I am going to interview a few people about how they felt when they got it. When I got my transcript I felt happy and surprised honestly, I thought I was going to...

Apex Legend 'Seer Controversy'

Apex Legend ‘Seer Controversy’

adviser September 1, 2021

Apex Legends dropped their newest season on August 3rd. There were immediate complaints from pro-players and casual players alike. One of the biggest complaints surrounds the game’s newest legend, Seer....

Teachers' Mental Health

Teachers’ Mental Health

adviser September 1, 2021

Teachers teach the children in our world many aspects of life. These teachings help guide, shape, and improve our future society. Many people, including students, take these hardworking teachers for granted....

Emotions: Toddlers vs. Elders

Emotions: Toddlers vs. Elders

adviser August 26, 2021

Emotions play a huge role in child development and mental health for anyone, even if you're feeling a bit old. By the age of three, toddlers have a range of emotions that can change very rapidly. These...

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