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Ava Strzalko

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter

Ava Strzalko is a sophomore at Hagerty High School, and this is her first year on staff. In addition to writing, she enjoys drawing, watching movies, and listening to musicals.

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With the 2023-2024 school year coming to an end, many seniors reflect on their past high school experiences. Some of these experiences included classes such as Theater and ASL, as well as sports and clubs.

[Photo] Golden Moments

Greta Carrasco, Online Editor
May 15, 2024

With the 2023-2024 school year coming to an end, many seniors reflect on their past high school experiences. Some of these experiences included classes such as Theater and ASL, as well as sports and clubs.

The final quarter is a time of a lot of stress for students, especially those who have AP exams. Busy work assignments prevent many of these students from studying properly.

Stressed, depressed, just failed a test

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
May 17, 2024

Two math worksheets due on Tuesday. Seven World History packets due on Wednesday. A conjuguemos assignment along with grammar notes due Friday. When most students think of the end of the school year, they...

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[Photo] Fighting the system

Lia Miller, Opinions Editor
May 16, 2024

"Challengers" hit theaters April 26. Fans dressed up in 'tenniscore' outfits to see the movie, following the trend of dressing to the aesthetic of new films.

In The Moment: movie dress up

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
May 3, 2024

As someone who had a childhood flair for dramatics, I used to dress in theme for any exciting event. I dressed up in my sparkly Elsa dress to see “Frozen on Ice,” I wore a bright popstar outfit to...

Students can check the updated laws and policies on the SCPS website. There are many different aspects that go into the jobs of the school board, and students have opinions on the laws and policies that affect daily life.

[Photo] On Board

Holly Smyers, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2024

Students can check the updated laws and policies on the SCPS website. There are many different aspects that go into the jobs of the school board, and students have opinions on the laws and policies that...

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

Everyone has their own morning routine: some wake up early to catch the bus on time; some drive themselves or carpool; a lucky few get to sleep in because they have a free first or second period—but...

Child actors do a typically excellent job of portraying their roles on screen. However, behind closed doors, the reality for some was quite harrowing.

[Photo] Under the spotlight: Child actors disclose horror stories

Jolin Alcindor, Staff Reporter
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.

This November, voters will be left with a choice between two unqualified candidates. The United States needs to reassess the election process in order to ensure that these leaders possess the capability to do their jobs.

[Photo] Systematic failure

Lia Miller, Opinions Editor
April 9, 2024

This November, voters will be left with a choice between two unqualified candidates. The United States needs to reassess the election process in order to ensure that these leaders possess the capability...

In The Moment: movie sequels

In The Moment: movie sequels

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
April 5, 2024

When I was six years old, my parents took me and my sister to see Disney’s “Frozen” in theaters. As soon as I heard “Let it Go” for the first time—watching as Elsa unpinned her platinum...

Band does many competitions and concerts throughout the year. The most recent concert was the pre-MPA concert on Feb. 28.

[Photo] Band together

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2024

Band does many competitions and concerts throughout the year. The most recent concert was the pre-MPA concert on Feb. 28.

Security officer Sharell Green canvases the campus, making sure all is in order. To keep extra eyes on the students and staff, security officers are present on campus.

School hires new security officer

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2024

It takes many people to keep a school safe. Some staff members monitor the courtyard for students. Some sit outside during lunch periods to help students in need. Some even drive golf carts around the...

One of the posters for Greta Gerwig's "Barbie." showing lead actress Margot Robbie in her classic Barbie look. The movie has been nominated for eight Oscars.

In The Moment: the Oscars, and the Barbie resurgence in the media

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2024

The only way to describe the impact Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” had on everyone for the last several months of 2023 is to call it a spectacle. For months before the movie was released, Mattel was collaborating...

There are many new courses being introduced for the 2024-2025 school year. One of those courses is Photojournalism, which will give students the opportunity to practice their photography skills.

New photojournalism class scheduled for coming school year

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
February 5, 2024

0.5 photos with friends. Perfectly posed senior portraits. Sports photos that capture the winning moment in a snapshot—photography is a part of our everyday lives, whether we realize it or not. If taking...

One of the posters for the "Mean Girls (2024)" musical movie adaptation. The movie featured ten songs, instead of the original 21 that the musical has.

In The Moment: Mean Girls 2024, and the rise of “hidden” musicals in Hollywood

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
January 23, 2024

I’ve always loved musicals. I would make my friends play “Hairspray” on the playground at school—that is until I discovered “Hamilton.” I improvised musical shows with my stuffed animals for...

Disney Springs's Christmas Tree Stroll is free for everyone to visit. There are 19 different trees.

Top 10 Holiday Hotspots

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2023

Holiday break can be both a blessing and a curse. There’s a lot more time for fun activities—whether it’s binge-watching favorite Christmas movies, or spending time with family members, but the free...

The iconic Epcot ball at the park was lit up for the Holidays. Students were able to take pictures in front of it.

Language students go to Epcot

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
December 8, 2023

Language students have spent all year studying culture, but on Dec. 6, they were given the opportunity to explore them in person. French, Spanish and Chinese language students took a field trip to Epcot,...

With vague requirements and few ways for club leaders to receive help, formerly fun after school clubs can become a source of unnecessary stress.

[Photo] Club requirements need to change

Lia Miller, Opinions editor
December 7, 2023

With vague requirements and few ways for club leaders to receive help, formerly fun after school clubs can become a source of unnecessary stress.

The poster for the upcoming "Percy Jackson And The Olympians" show was revealed July 22. The show is set to release Dec. 20 of this year.

In The Moment: Percy Jackson and the Olympians

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
December 1, 2023

“Look, I didn’t want to be a halfblood.” As soon as I read that line, I was immediately hooked—pulled into the world of ancient, deadly monsters and powerful characters of all ages. Despite what...

"The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" is a prequel to the original "The Hunger Games" trilogy by Suzanne Collins. It hit theaters on Nov. 17.

In The Moment: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
November 28, 2023

The dystopian genre—stories where the characters live in seemingly perfect societies with a dark side—has fallen from its peak in the late 2010s. Of course, dystopian books, especially young adult...

Due to the packed scheduling involving Homecoming, Halloween wasn't acknowledged. Less students celebrated at school.

The horrors of Halloween on a school day

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2023

As a kid, there was nothing quite like the Halloween-themed crafts and celebrations that my elementary school planned.  Sure, most of the time at least half of my peers didn’t want to be there—it...

The increasing amount of antisemitism on campus is hurtful to Jewish students. Offensive comments and jokes can no longer be tolerated.

[Photo] Antisemitism is no laughing matter

Lia Miller, Opinions Editor
October 31, 2023

The increasing amount of antisemitism on campus is hurtful to Jewish students. Offensive comments and jokes can no longer be tolerated.

The clothing racks in Avalanche's Attic are organized by style. Everyone is welcome to shop.

Free clothing shop launches for students in need

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
October 12, 2023

Life doesn’t always go as planned, whether it’s weather-related disasters that wreak havoc on neighborhoods and communities, or stressful money issues. Avalanche’s Attic, an on-campus donation site...

One of the posters for the anticipated "Five Nights At Freddy’s" movie. It shows the title character, an animatronic bear named Freddy.

In The Moment: a lot more than five nights

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
October 6, 2023

When you think of family restaurants with cheap pizza and unsettling animatronics, the place that comes to mind is Chuck E. Cheese, but for video game and horror fans alike, the answer is a different one.  On...

Despite it being considered taboo, fanfiction finds many fans at Hagerty. Whether it is romance or spin-offs, fanfiction provides a creative outlet and escape to many fan-bases.

Despite it being considered taboo, fanfiction finds many fans at Hagerty. Whether it is romance or spin-offs, fanfiction provides a creative outlet and escape to many fan-bases.

Some students enjoy reading fanfiction on their phones before class. Archive of Our Own is the most used site for these stories.

The not-so-hidden world of fanfiction

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
September 28, 2023

They live among us, hiding behind usernames and colorful profile pictures. Scouring the depths of the internet for more content of their favorite universe. Amazingly crafted and intensely addicting places....

Taylor Swift performing one of her songs during her "Eras" tour. It is set to be the highest grossing tour in the world.

In the Moment: a Swift rise to the top

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
September 7, 2023

Whether it’s about the highest-grossing tour ever, the re-releases of her previous albums that become celebrated dates for fans or even the surprise announcement of an Eras tour movie coming to theaters...

Phone cubbies in French teacher Pamela Lynch's classroom. Due to new Florida law, students may not use their phones in class unless prompted to do so by their teacher.

New phone policy brings little change

Ava Strzalko, Staff Reporter
August 30, 2023

As soon as the bell rings, students head over to their designated class and put their phone away—inside a pocket in their backpack or hoodie, or even a cubby hanging in the back of the room, where it...

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