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Tara Routie

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter

Tara Routie is currently a senior and this is her first year on staff. Her hobbies not only include writing, but also baton twirling and piano.

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Senior Nick Hurley poses with Student Services and Administration. He won the Disney Dreamer and Doer award.

Hurley wins Dreamer and Doer

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
May 11, 2018

On Friday, May 4, senior Nick Hurley got called down to Student Services, not because he needed a last minute credit check, but to be recognized as the recipient of the Disney Dreamer and Doer award. The...

Tara’s Take: School does not prepare you for the real world

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
May 3, 2018

It is 7 a.m. and you are waiting to turn onto Lockwood. The light turns green and you press the gas pedal, but your car won’t move. Next thing you know, smoke is coming out of the hood. You put on your...

These are the top 10 students of 2018. They are making sure to complete their graduation requirements on time.

Checking off graduation

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
April 26, 2018

The finish line is in sight. The seniors are about to cross the stage… until that failed Algebra I EOC pulls them back and prevents them from graduating. As graduation on May 21 approaches, seniors...

Wednesday and Morticia, played by senior Emma Matzinger and junior Catie Jackson, sing during a dress rehearsal. Jackson played Morticia on March 30.

‘Addams Family impresses crowd

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
April 16, 2018

The theater department entertained the crowd during of “The Addams Family” on March 29-31, the last production of the school year. The ensemble played the theme song, and the audience was introduced...

Smith strikes a pose during her solo. She was the third runner up at the MA dance competition.

Doing it all

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
March 22, 2018

Leadership, SGA, and dance - just a few of the activities senior Abby Smith participates in. However, while she excels in all her activities, Smith still finds time to enjoy being a senior. Smith has...

School resource officer David Attaway checks a door to make sure it is locked. Locked doors is among many safety precautions the school has taken.

Safety first

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
March 8, 2018

An extra officer on campus, a new security guard next year and random door checks- security has been a big concern all year, but after the shooting at Stoneman Douglas, safety precautions have been elevated...

Our take: School safety is everyone’s job

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2018

On Feb. 14, Majory Stoneman Douglas was added to the list of seven school shootings that have taken place in 2018. With this recent shooting taking place at a high school that is very similar to our own,...

12 seniors participated in NCAA signing day. This day is a chance for the school to recognize athletes who will play sports in college.

Twelve seniors participate in NCAA signing day

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
February 12, 2018

On Thursday, Feb. 8, 12 students participated in NCAA signing day, accepting scholarships to play sports in college. The sports range from soccer to softball, and the signing took place in the auditorium...

What classes should you take?

What classes should you take?

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
February 7, 2018

Tara's Take: College acceptance does not determine your life

Tara’s Take: College acceptance does not determine your life

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
January 25, 2018

So you did not get into your dream school, and your life is over. It is time to throw in the towel, sign up for welfare and find a park bench that will be known as home for the future. Does this...

There are many creative combinations at Maple Street. This particular biscuit is called the Sticky Maple.

Maple Street brings new breakfast options

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2017

Located at Oviedo on the Park, Maple Street Biscuit Company puts a twist on traditional breakfast. With biscuits as their staple, Maple Street sells creative sandwich biscuit combinations, including a...

Frozen Nitrogen offers many options, including ice cream and frozen yogurt. They also offer many toppings such as a chocolate drizzle.

Frozen Nitrogen- Is the hype worth it?

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2017

Blowing nitrogen out of your mouth while eating cereal might be on your social media feed lately. Following the nitrogen trend, Frozen Nitrogen Ice Cream recently opened up and has been all the rage in...

Some band members pose in front of a panda statue. They took a trip to Washington D.C. over Thanksgiving break.

Going full force

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
December 12, 2017

A Rhapsody concert, MPA, marching season, a big trip to Washington D.C.- with the first semester coming to an end, it has been a busy season for band. The band kicked off the year at summer camp to...

Gift giving, aka the worst part of the holidays

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
December 8, 2017

The girl you sit next to in algebra class hands you a present. You open it, and realize she got you bacon socks. Even though you are a vegetarian, you begin to panic because now you have to go buy her...

Marc Pooler quietly grades papers at his desk. His hard work and outgoing personality led to his win.

AP Environmental Science teacher wins award

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
November 16, 2017

On Tuesday, Nov. 7, while science teacher Marc Pooler was teaching his second period, flowers and balloons flooded his classroom. The occasion? Winning teacher of the year. Administration also recognized...

Senior Rachel Robbins fights through the crowd. She scored two touchdowns during the game.

Seniors take the win in powder puff game

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
November 8, 2017

The girls brought on their athletic ability and the boys brought out their peppiness. On Wednesday, Nov. 1, the annual powder puff game was held as one of the evening activities during homecoming week....

Tara’s Take: Twitter trauma

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
November 1, 2017

Trump was recently accused of disrespecting a deceased soldier’s family during his phone call with the widow to express his condolences. Regardless of whose side you are on, we will never know what actually...

Running back Oliver Hart celebrates a touchdown against Lake Brantley in the first game of the season, a 22-12 win.

Varsity football runs wild

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
October 16, 2017

With ten seconds to go, down 26-20 and fourth and goal from the two yard-line, Oliver Hart dove over the right side of the line for a touchdown, Landon Spangenberg kicked the extra point, and varsity football...

Many cupcakes are decorated according to a specific theme. The arrival of fall has brought many cupcakes with pumpkins.

End of the week treat

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2017

The Seniors Activity Committee hosted their second Cupcake Friday, and it was a hit as usual. Cupcake Friday takes place once a month to raise money for senior activities like Paws on the Wall, senior...

Senior Renée Rivera poses in front of Clemson University. She toured the school this summer.

Spreadsheets and scholarships

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
September 27, 2017

Let’s face it, the college application process can be stressful. Testing and tuition fees only add to the hassle of transitioning from high school to college, while still trying to graduate. Applying...

Sophomore Annie Tromboli hangs out with some young cheerleaders during break. She volunteered this summer at Hagerty's Youth Cheer Camp.

SCPS changes volunteer requirements

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
September 5, 2017

Seminole County Public Schools changed community service requirements at the beginning of the 2016-2017 year, but it seems to affect more students this school year. SCPS adjusted the requirements to...

Senior Maria Puccio-Ball decorated her crown with lights. She wanted to add a special touch in order to make her crown more unique.

Tara’s Take: Senior crowns don’t have to be stressful

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
August 28, 2017

Did you get roasted for your old crown because it’s not good enough? Are you so excited to make your senior crown, but you don’t know where to start? Or maybe, you procrastinated and need to make one...

Campers from the “Alive in You” mission trip pose for a photo while taking a break. They were working alongside an organization called “Friends with Refugees.”

Mission trip inspires students to be selfless

Tara Routie, Staff Reporter
July 16, 2017

Summer is a time where students get to relax by the beach, hang out with friends, take a break from responsibilities and focus on themselves. However, senior Maria Puccio-Ball’s summer turned out...

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