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The student news site of Hagerty High School

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Sarah Gibson

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor

Sarah Gibson, more frequently referred to as Gibby, has been on staff for two years as a staff reporter and is currently the Opinions Editor. Along with newspaper, she is a Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader and is involved in Varsity Weightlifting and Varsity Track & Field.

All content by Sarah Gibson
Confessions of a Starbucks Squatter

Confessions of a Starbucks Squatter

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
March 29, 2016

That one older lady with the long denim dress sits at her usual barstool, snacking on her usual croissant. My pastor sits quietly, working on his laptop near the back, just like the swarm of students glued...

One of the ways for youth to get involved in politics, regardless of age, is to attend a rally. Presidential candidate Senator Marco Rubio held a local rally in Sanford leading up to the 2016 Florida primary.

Get your head in the game

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
March 14, 2016

When I attended this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference and brushed shoulders with presidential candidates, senators and other who’s who in the political arena, I cannot tell you how many...

Dual enrollment gives me life (a more enjoyable one, at least)

Dual enrollment gives me life (a more enjoyable one, at least)

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
February 4, 2016

“Taking a schedule filled to the brim with AP classes is the only way to get into a good four-year university.” “Colleges only value rigorous courses for prospective students and taking anything...

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Ugly is the new black

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
December 11, 2015

Freshman Michael McNamara competes during congressional debate, in which he was awarded Best Novice in his respective chamber.

Debate team showcases novices at annual host tournament

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
December 14, 2015

On Saturday, Dec. 12, the debate team protected home turf competing at the Hagerty High School Debate Tournament. The tournament was one of the largest of the year, boasting nearly 400 competitors from...

Deals and discounts: Lockwood, Alafaya and University

Deals and discounts: Lockwood, Alafaya and University

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
November 19, 2015

For those on a budget, eating out is usually a last priority, yet seems to always be on the top of friends' to-do lists. When push comes to shove and self-control loses, keep these deals in mind to treat...

Culinary students carved pumpkins from the boy's varsity soccer pumpkin patch and left them various places around school to get people in the Halloween spirit.

Thompson spices up culinary curriculum

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
October 30, 2015

Culinary students carved pumpkins from the boy's varsity soccer pumpkin patch and left them various places around school to get people in the Halloween spirit.

Models strut down the runway giving the audience one last chance to preview designs during the finale of a New York Fashion Week show.

Falling into Fashion Week

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
October 14, 2015

Ever wonder how stores decide what each seasons' trends will be? Why do stores favor houndstooth over plaid this fall, and who decided this season's color of choice is burgundy? Whether it is realized...

Multiple groups around campus have chipped in to decorate the school with signs, banners and chalk art in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Pink’d fundraisers support breast cancer awareness

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
October 7, 2015

On Friday, Oct. 9, varsity football battles East Ridge during the Pink’d game in support of breast cancer awareness. The home game will begin at 7pm, however, there are multiple ways to get involved...

Pumpkin spice and everything nice. Along with the season changing also comes the return of popular pumpkin goods. One of the most well known is Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte, reinvented to be healthier this year including real pumpkin and no artificial coloring.

Fall favorite: Pumpkin Spice

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
September 30, 2015

Nothing says fall like sipping on a pumpkin spice latte in the blazing hot sun. Although it may not seem like autumn, and likely will not for a while in Florida, beloved pumpkin products are already making...

Although the park continues attracting visitors, Universal insists on closing Wet 'n Wild, making room for their new park Volcano Bay in 2017. The park's current lot will likely be used for increased hotel development in the future.

Wet ‘n Wild Orlando closing in late 2016

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
August 25, 2015

Whether you are a fan of Disco H2O’s 1970 nightclub vibes or the feeling of free-falling six stories straight down on Bomb Bay, America’s first waterpark Wet ’n Wild has served as one of Orlando’s...

Rising junior Matt Lipari throws a football at practice during the spring to stay in shape for the fall.

No time for vacation

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2015

Vacation is a time of rest and relaxation. A chance to unwind, bury toes in the sand and forget about the headaches and stress that come throughout the year. For athletes on the other hand, summer means...

Curriculum Night prepares students for upcoming year

Curriculum Night prepares students for upcoming year

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2015

As the school year comes to a wrap, the focus on campus sways towards the future. Schedule forms were handed out, students began choosing future classes, and curriculum night was held Jan 27. to keep both...

Girls soccer earns redemption over Oviedo

Girls soccer earns redemption over Oviedo

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
December 18, 2014

The girls soccer team, getting a reputation as a second half team, destroyed that reputation with a 2-1 win versus rival Oviedo on Dec. 16. Coming out strong, forward Sarah Thrush and forward Ru Mucherera...

New physics teacher replaces Adams

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
August 28, 2014

After 22 years of teaching elsewhere, physics teacher Darlene DePalma found a new home here in the science department. Replacing previous physics teacher Christopher Adams, DePalma will be teaching both...

Dual enrollment restricts options

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
April 8, 2014

In the past, dual enrollment gave students the opportunity for high school credits, college credits, and an increase in GPA. However, the face of dual enrollment is changing and the school board is cutting...

Students run on Dunkin’

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
March 13, 2014

It’s no surprise that many students function off of coffee. Pulling all-nighters trying to cram last minute studying for exams or staying up late texting that special someone, then trying to be even...

Athletes sprint toward success during first meet

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
March 13, 2014

The night of Feb. 19, runners laced up their sneakers to run under the lights at the ‘Hagerty Developmental’ meet. Crooms, Lake Howell and Seminole all entered their athletes to compete in the second...

New policy impacts attendance, credits

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
February 18, 2014

Teachers and administration agree that attendance last year was far from ideal, which led administration to put a new policy into place for the current year. The policy states that a student is allowed...

Atheletes lose weight to gain success

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
December 12, 2013

Suited up in a wardrobe of garbage bags, wrestler Matthew Ellis makes his way into the sauna. For many people, garbage bags are not the ideal choice in clothing, but athletes turn to off-the-wall techniques...

New beginning for girls volleyball brings high hopes

Sarah Gibson, Opinions Editor
October 1, 2013

The crowd, in a swarm of all black, shook the bleachers and threw their hands in the air going nuts, but it was not for the home team. The varsity volleyball team had just beaten rival Oviedo 3-1, and...

New football coach brings experience, strength

New football coach brings experience, strength

Sarah Gibson, Staff Reporter
August 23, 2013

Autumn is around the corner and football players have geared up for a successful season. The same players gather for the same sport the same time of year, but this year, they have new leadership. Instead...

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