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Senior Angel Alvarez performs “As it Was” by Harry Styles. While the Shredded Rat have been practicing for months, they came up with the name of the band at the last minute.
A night of fun: Sammys Awards hosted by leadership
Greta Carrasco, Online Editor | April 19, 2024
French Honor Society secretary Lauren Bliss names inductees to get their certificate and sign their respective book. Hagerty’s 18th annual language induction was held at the auditorium from 6:30-7:30p.m.
Language clubs combine for induction ceremony
Greta Carrasco, Online Editor | April 12, 2024

All eyes are on the mother candle, the symbol of upper class students passing the torch or “flame”...

Students on the math team pose with their first place trophy at the end of competition. This year marked a record number of individual trophies as well, with four out of the six categories going to Hagerty students.
Math students dominate SSC contest
Josephine Lim, News Editor | April 10, 2024

225 students. 9 schools. 1 trophy.  On April 6, Seminole State College hosted their annual High School...

Students board the bus at the end of the school day. In the first week of April, Hagerty started requiring students to scan themselves on and off the bus using IDs distributed the week before.
New bus ID program off to a bumpy start
Josephine Lim, News Editor | April 8, 2024

In his 16 years as a bus driver, Charles McCain has seen a lot. From crying elementary school kids to...

Pitcher Rachel Matthiesen warms up against Lake Brantley. Mattiesen pitched seven innings, only allowing one run.
Not for softies
Lia Miller, Opinions Editor | April 16, 2024
Pitcher Braden Toro throws the ball in a game against Winter Springs. Toro was named first team in NHSI.
Baseball wins sixth at National High School Invitational
Holly Smyers, Staff Reporter | April 15, 2024

The boys baseball team walked on the field to play the Chaparral Firebirds in the National High School...

Attacker Parker Mediavilla protects his stick against a defender. The boys varsity lacrosse team lost to Timber Creek 12-3.
Boys lacrosse beats Oviedo
Ava West, Sports editor | April 15, 2024

The score was 5-5 and the boys lacrosse team was heading into overtime versus Oviedo. In the first two...

Its The Little Things: [CENSORED]
It's The Little Things: [CENSORED]
Lia Miller and Holly Smyers | April 18, 2024
Child actors do a typically excellent job of portraying their roles on screen. However, behind closed doors, the reality for some was quite harrowing.
Under the spotlight: Child actors disclose horror stories
Jolin Alcindor, Staff Reporter | April 18, 2024

Warning: This story contains discussion of abuse, sexual assault and other sensitive topics. When...

Junior Gabriella Navarro reviews Holly Blacks The Cruel Prince. She loves how the author broke literary norms and fantasy stereotypes.
Booktalk: "The Cruel Prince"
Gabriella Navarro, Features Editor | April 17, 2024

“The Cruel Prince” is the first book in “The Folk of the Air” series by Holly Black. It revolves...

While Hagerty has a plethora of helpful technology, students could become too dependent on these digital tools. Students will therefore not be able to develop skills like communication or critical thinking for life beyond high school.
Proceed with caution
Blueprint staff | April 15, 2024

A scanning system for bus IDs, standardized tests online and an improved wifi network: Technology is...

The Minga app notifies students when they are late to school. The maximum amount of tardies allowed before a detention has to be served is three.
Locked In
Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter | April 23, 2024
Rent and housing prices continue to rise across the nation, especially in Florida. This has raised questions about how and if Gen Z will be able to successfully support themselves if the housing market continues rising at the current rate.
High-risers: Central Florida housing prices continue to increase
Isaiah Macri, Staff Reporter | April 22, 2024

Picture working a full-time job, saving your money and still not having enough to afford rent—let alone...

Junior Camila Bello dances stylized flamenco during a winter recital at Lake Eola. While Bello has experience dancing various styles of flamenco, her favorite style is bulerias.
What's your thing; Camila Bello
Greta Carrasco, Online Editor | April 8, 2024

Junior Camila Bello follows the high-intensity rhythm of the song, distinct with its 12-beat cycle and...

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