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The student news site of Hagerty High School

The BluePrint Online
The student news site of Hagerty High School

The BluePrint Online
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
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
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
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[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 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
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 16, 2021
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
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

A Reflection on Reflections

Bethany Barker, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2021
Many high schoolers watch various kids' shows in their free time.

[Photo] Some things never get old

Lukas Goodwin, Print Editor
January 22, 2021
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
Charcasm is a reoccurring column where Online Editor Charlotte Mansur dishes out controversial opinions.

[Photo] Charcasm

Charlotte Mansur, Online Editor
October 4, 2020
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
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

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
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
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