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Bethany Barker

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter

Bethany Barker is a senior at Hagerty High school and this is her first year on staff. She enjoys drawing comics and writing reviews as an outlet for creativity and commentary. She plans to go into the art field and become a professional concept artist.

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As tuition prices continue to climb, those who couldn’t afford to go to college in the first place –those who couldn’t afford to take out loans – are always left behind, while  politicians continue to turn a blind eye to the actual issue. Biden’s plan is no different. 

[Photo] Fired Up!

Sophia Canabal, Lifestyles Editor
September 9, 2022

As tuition prices continue to climb, those who couldn’t afford to go to college in the first place –those who couldn’t afford to take out loans – are always left behind, while  politicians continue...

Stereotypes about mental health illnesses can lead to even worse problems for victims, including low self esteem. If you are struggling with mental health issues, SAMHSA's national helpline is free and available 24/7. Call 1-800-662-HELP

[Photo] The bad stereotype

Ava West, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2022

Stereotypes about mental health illnesses can lead to even worse problems for victims, including low self esteem. If you are struggling with mental health issues, SAMHSA's national helpline is free and...

Many girl gamers have their own unique setups that can include headphones, chairs, mice, and monitors.

Wait, you’re a Girl?

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
May 7, 2021

A fun hobby to sharpen motor skills or to play around in a fantasy world, video games are for relaxation and enjoyment. While there are many different modes of gameplay, playing multiplayer is an entirely...

Sophia Graphic Individual Colored

[Photo] Finding a home away from home

Sophia Canabal, Staff Reporter
April 11, 2021

Young girls are constantly faced with labels that define who they are.

Which Girl Are You?

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
March 31, 2021

The newest trend in Tiktok’s long line of “POVs” is the “pick-me” girl. For teenage girls, this stereotype is one of many entering the stereotype hall of fame alongside the VSCO girl, the not...

The correlation between femininity and the color pink has created a stigma around the color as shaming girls for something they were taught to like is accepted.

[Photo] The pink problem

Chanson Cadet, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2021

The correlation between femininity and the color pink has created a stigma around the color as shaming girls for something they were taught to like is accepted.

Football

Football

Bethany Barker
February 26, 2021

VSCO girls and alt girls are two types of "basic." Both of these styles receive backlash from society.

[Photo] Not like other girls?

Skyler Glenn, Assistant News Editor
February 15, 2021

VSCO girls and alt girls are two types of "basic." Both of these styles receive backlash from society.

Wolfwalkers follows wolf walker Mebh and huntress Robynn as they try to save Mebh's wolf pack.

Running with Wolves

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
February 10, 2021

A fantastical film of wolves, magic, freedom and repression and yet very few eyes to lay upon its glory. With its folk tale-like style and indulgence into wildness, “Wolfwalkers” is a movie made for...

Food is more than just a form of energy, it unites people across the globe.

[Photo] Food for thought

Charlotte Mansur, Online Editor
February 8, 2021

Food is more than just a form of energy, it unites people across the globe.

A Reflection on Reflections

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2021

A blank canvas lay in front of her, paints and brushes beside it idly watching as she struggled to begin sketching out her drawing. It was two days before the deadline and junior Rylee Moss had just...

Many high schoolers watch various kids' shows in their free time.

[Photo] Some things never get old

Lukas Goodwin, Print Editor
January 22, 2021

Many high schoolers watch various kids' shows in their free time.

Soul follows aspiring musician Joe Gardner as he travels in and out of the soul world to catch his big break.

A Soulful Experience

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
January 7, 2021

Pixar is no stranger to tackling topics that other children’s animated movies tend to stray away from. With every new animated blockbuster, Pixar continues to dive deeper into abstract subjects and themes...

Freshman Carson Turner takes aim at the opposing team in the dodgeball tournament. Students were determined to defeat their opponents.

Winter Week Welcomes the Holiday Spirit

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2020

As the Florida cold swept in and students began to shift from shorts to pants, Hagerty students and staff celebrated the coming of winter and the holiday season with the annual Winter Week. Taking place...

Junior Abby Nicolas turns bullying and teasing into moments for education. Nicolas has a rare birth condition, resulting in at least 14 surgeries.

[Photo] Face it

Zoey Young, Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2020

Junior Abby Nicolas turns bullying and teasing into moments for education. Nicolas has a rare birth condition, resulting in at least 14 surgeries.

Freshmen Margaret Neely and Katie Pollack are student volunteers on the committee. They hang up vinyl signs with positive affirmations.

Wellness committee works to improve mental health

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
November 25, 2020

All across campus, with little help from their community, students have been fighting internal battles dealing with stress, sadness, and anxiety. The Wellness committee, established in September 2019 under...

Twins may be similar in looks but they are very much their own person.

[Photo] The perfect match

Julia Sumpter, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2020

Twins may be similar in looks but they are very much their own person.

Senior Judd Brock-Edgar discusses his favorite streamer. He uses Discord to share clips with his friends virtually.

Community within Chaos

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
November 11, 2020

Roles, voice and text channels, moderation, and video game streaming: all perks of the instant messaging platform Discord. Discord, created by Hammer and Chisel Inc., was released in May of 2015 and has...

Chay’s Closet is a recurring column where Staff Reporter Chanson Cadet shares her thoughts on the most recent trends in fashion.

[Photo] Avoid drip, or drown

Chanson Cadet, Staff Reporter
November 9, 2020

Chay’s Closet is a recurring column where Staff Reporter Chanson Cadet shares her thoughts on the most recent trends in fashion.

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[Photo] A long road back

October 30, 2020

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[Photo] It’s not your fault

Anonymous, Guest Writer
October 30, 2020

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[Photo] Learning to manage anxiety

October 30, 2020

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[Photo] One day at a time

October 30, 2020

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[Photo] You are not alone

Julia Sumpter, Staff Writer
November 9, 2020

Laura Shaw's column is a recurring column where she discusses her view of political matters and events both locally and nationally.

[Photo] Seminole gets shady

Laura Shaw, Politics Editor
October 14, 2020

Laura Shaw's column is a recurring column where she discusses her view of political matters and events both locally and nationally.

While intended to be a fun and exciting assignment, projects like science labs can end up disastrous. Students who struggle with more hands-on assignments should be able to have a say in their learning.

[Photo] Projected to fail

Zoey Young, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2020

While intended to be a fun and exciting assignment, projects like science labs can end up disastrous. Students who struggle with more hands-on assignments should be able to have a say in their learning.

In today's political and social climate, tensions are high. Changing the way we react to such stressors could mean all the difference when it comes to communicating effectively.

[Photo] Kill ’em with kindness

Andrea Izaguirre, Social Media Editor
October 13, 2020

In today's political and social climate, tensions are high. Changing the way we react to such stressors could mean all the difference when it comes to communicating effectively.

Bioengineers have learned to genetically modify organisms in order to create a better crop with higher yields.

[Photo] GM-Ok

Charlotte Mansur, Online Editor
October 9, 2020

Bioengineers have learned to genetically modify organisms in order to create a better crop with higher yields.

Lottie Person and Caroline are featured. This is the cover of Volume 2 of "Snotgirl".

Green Hair Don’t Care

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2020

Themes of fame and vanity are far from unseen in modern media, but none handle it in the same manner as Bryan Lee O’Malley and Leslie Hung’s comic “Snotgirl”. With characters who fit modern stereotypes...

Chay's Closet is a recurring column where Staff Reporter Chanson Cadet shares her thoughts on the most recent trends in fashion.

[Photo] Sweater vests: the sweaty sister to muscle tees

Chanson Cadet, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2020

Chay's Closet is a recurring column where Staff Reporter Chanson Cadet shares her thoughts on the most recent trends in fashion.

Charcasm is a reoccurring column where Online Editor Charlotte Mansur dishes out controversial opinions.

[Photo] Charcasm

Charlotte Mansur, Online Editor
October 4, 2020

Charcasm is a reoccurring column where Online Editor Charlotte Mansur dishes out controversial opinions.

Webtoons is available for mobile and computer usage. Many students use it as entertainment to pass the time.

Scrolling for Toons

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
September 29, 2020

Comics have always been the shiny, 25-cent issue-to-issue book one would pick up at the local comic book store. However, as the world changes, so do comics. Now, the colorful universes created by these...

Fired up

[Photo] Fired Up!

Zoey Young, Editor-in-Chief
October 1, 2020

The Strawberry dress, created by Lirkia Matoshi has become the dress of the season.

[Photo] The Strawberry dress: dressed to impress

Chanson Cadet, Staff Reporter
September 23, 2020

The Strawberry dress, created by Lirkia Matoshi has become the dress of the season.

Middle School

Bethany Barker
September 17, 2020

Charcasm is a reoccurring column where Online Editor Charlotte Mansur, voices her opinions on unique topics.

[Photo] Charcasm

Charlotte Mansur, Online Editor
September 15, 2020

Charcasm is a reoccurring column where Online Editor Charlotte Mansur, voices her opinions on unique topics.

Tohru, Yuki, Kyo, Shigure, and Haru are main characters of “Fruits Basket”. The main setting of the story is featured.

A few bad apples ruin the (Fruits) Basket

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
August 25, 2020

When done right, love triangles are a tug-of-war of the heart. The exploration of two relationships is an ambitious feat, but unfortunately when the members of the triangle are less interesting than the...

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