Skip to Main Content
The student news site of Hagerty High School

The BluePrint Online

The student news site of Hagerty High School

The BluePrint Online

The student news site of Hagerty High School

The BluePrint Online

Jaye Herrera

Jaye Herrera, Editor-in-Chief

Jaye Herrera is a senior at Hagerty High School and this is her second year on staff. She enjoys exploring the internet, writing, and reality TV. While on staff, she hopes to learn more about digital design and improve her editorial writing and leadership.

All content by Jaye Herrera
Team member Jensen Miller presents their team robot, "Scoopie," at the Space Coast League Championship. The team gave a five-minute presentation of their robot and building journey, followed by a Q&A.

[Photo] Robotics team earns ticket to World Championship

Nadia Knoblauch, Staff Reporter
March 9, 2022

Team member Jensen Miller presents their team robot, "Scoopie," at the Space Coast League Championship. The team gave a five-minute presentation of their robot and building journey, followed by a Q&A.

4227 "Metal Morphosis" celebrates with alliance partner "Uplift" after winning another match. Both teams would partner again in the finals against 4227's sister team 4717 "The Mechromancers."

Robotics teams win championship, qualify for states

Jaye Herrera, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2022

Flashing lights, screaming teams, robots and obstacles clashing. 12 players lean over the fenced-in field, knowing the Space Coast League champions will be crowned after just two minutes and 30 seconds...

Junior Thaddeus Elam celebrated the crowning of the homecoming king and queen by swaying to the beat with his phones’ flashlights on.  
“They were playing a very romanticized song for the king and queen’s dance, and we were just making light of it,” Elam said. 
Throughout the night, dancing together was a popular way to stay warm, as temperatures in the 50s kept many dancers in jackets.
“It was cold so I beat the cold by wearing a jacket and dancing with my partner,” Elam said. photo by Alexis Izaguirre

Born in the 2000s

Jaye Herrera, Editor-in-Chief
November 19, 2021

Released on Oct. 11 through a WoofTV segment, Homecoming theme "Born in the 2000s" pays tribute to the childhood of the upperclassmen. "The seniors came up with this year’s idea—and we just wanted to pay homage to our childhood with us being born in the early 2000s," senior Kirsten Trevino said.

Leadership announces Homecoming: ‘Born in the 2000s’

Jaye Herrera, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2021

Hip hop, iPods, reality tv, counterculture. A decade later, the 2000s represent the childhood of young adults across the country.  On Oct. 11, WoofTV announced the 2021 Homecoming theme “Born in...

Junior Joshua Nemery enjoys childhood classic "Harry Potter." However, the series' writer JK Rowling has generated controversy surrounding her transphobic Tweets.

Death to the author

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
April 29, 2021

A 280 character tweet. That’s all it takes for a well-accredited creator to be reduced to nothing in the eyes of the public.  For decades, problematic creators have risen to fame. While some wealthy...

The ensemble poses around junior Jarrett Warner at the end of the first number, "Jailhouse Rock."

[Photo] Shake it up

Gabby Herrera, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2021

The "All Shook Up" cast performs the first large group number of the musical.

“OK ORCHESTRA” was released on March 26 and is AJR’s fourth studio album.

“OK ORCHESTRA” makes everything ok

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2021

In an economy where therapy is too expensive, teenagers tend to turn to music as a form of stress relief. Indie pop band AJR’s expressive album“OK Orchestra”  conveys this perfectly, with unique...

Sophomore Desiree Snell posts pictures of her latest creations on her business Instagram in the hopes of attracting more potential customers. This strategy gives her plenty of experience in interacting with her consumer base and increasing her marketing skills.

Getting down to business

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
April 6, 2021

Interviewing for your first job. Working multiple days a week. Studying for a degree in a competitive industry. For the average high schooler, the idea of a career can be overwhelming and terrifying, and...

While still a divisive political topic, the problem of climate change is one more and more people are willing to tackle once presented with the evidence.

The weather up there

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
March 9, 2021

29 million without boiling water. 4 million without power. Over 70 dead.  The winter weather that crippled Texas in early February was not just a local story, but part of a disturbing trend of weather...

Foo Fighter's tenth studio album "Medicine at Midnight" was released on February 5, 2021 to a largely positive audience reception.

A magnificent medicine for boredom

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2021

No rock playlist is complete without the popular hits of rock band Foo Fighters. Songs like “Best of You” and “The Pretender” just scratch the surface of what they have to offer, and they keep...

Though the stock market has been considered a boring topic by many, the recent GameStop "boom" caused increased nation interest in learning the basics of economics.

Stocking the market

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
February 17, 2021

“Ten-year-old makes $3200”  “Meme cryptocurrency Dogecoin worth millions”  “Young investor pays off student loans at just 20 years old.”  These headlines have become familiar as...

Released January 29, “OK Human” is Weezer’s 14th studio album, the first of this decade, with 15th album “Van Weezer” scheduled for May.

“OK Human” is just OK

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2021

To the excitement of indie fans everywhere, beloved alternative rock band Weezer released their first album of the decade: “OK Human.” The soundtrack, while certainly good, does not hit the level of...

"Wonder Woman 1984" was released on December 25 in the US, receiving reviews of only 61% on Rotten Tomatoes, a big difference from its 2017 predecessor's 93%.

A wonderful failure

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
January 11, 2021

For decades, Wonder Woman has graced the countless comic pages with her idealistic thinking and bravery, becoming an iconic hero and symbol of hope. In more recent years, Wonder Woman, or Diana Prince,...

Premiering on December 4, “The Prom” is based on the 2016 movie of the same name and features many prominent Broadway actors such as Andrew Rannells and Meryl Streep.

Broadway’s biggest disappointment

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2020

“Mamma Mia,” “Chicago,” “Grease”… and “Rent.” These popular musical movies have been beloved (or hated) by millions since their premieres. Ryan Murphy’s “The Prom” is the newest,...

Small talk helps people with or without social phobias interact with each other and create more comfortable environments.

To speak or not to speak

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
December 10, 2020

Should I choose the empty seat in the back, or the one in the second row? The second row is almost full, they could be waiting on a friend, and I do not want to get in anyone's way… but will I be able...

Though different students seem to have different opinions on small talk, everyone seems to agree the best way to go about it is talking about easy things both you and the other person have in common.

Small Talk: Big Deal

Gabriella Herrera
November 17, 2020

Two new partners sit next to each other in Physics. Having never spoken before, they sit in uncomfortable silence before one of them decides to break it. "... Nice weather we're having."  The dreaded...

Released on October 30, 2020, "Positions" is Ariana Grande's 5th album to achieve the status of "Number 1 album" on the Billboard Top 200.

Positioned for mediocrity

Gabriella Herrera
November 9, 2020

With well over a hundred awards to her name, Ariana Grande is without a doubt one of the most influential figures in pop music. Disappointingly, the release of her new album “Positions” fails to uphold...

Released on Steam Sept. 18, "Phasmophobia" has risen in popularity this past month after Twitch streamers and YouTubers began to play and praise the game.

Frighteningly Fun

Gabriella Herrera
October 26, 2020

After playing your go-to game for months, leaving your comfort zone can be difficult. Still, Kinetic Games’ “Phasmophobia” is the multiplayer horror game we have been waiting for. Available for $14,...

#PoliticallyCorrect

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
October 25, 2020

When youthful exuberance, a wifi connection and a desire to change the country come together, it creates a passionate political climate. In the past, many students have been hesitant to align themselves...

While Universal Orlando and Islands of Adventure opened on June 5, and Seaworld Orlando on June 11, Walt Disney World waited until July 11 to open Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. Epcot and Hollywood Studios followed on July 15.

The safest theme park on Earth

Gabriella Herrera
October 16, 2020

After months of chaos and confusion, everyone needs just a little bit of happiness. For some, that is binging the latest Netflix true crime documentary, while for others, it is taking a stroll through...

"The Album" was released on October 8, and contains 8 tracks featuring two other artists, Cardi B and Selena Gomez.

How we like that

Gabriella Herrera
October 12, 2020

One of the most successful Korean-Pop music groups, Blackpink, released their newest album “The Album,” and it has taken the world by storm. Released on October 2, “The Album” is the all-girls...

"Woke" was based on the story of real-life cartoonist Keef Knight as he realizes he can no longer be silent on the injustices experienced due to racism in America.

Woke with success

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
September 28, 2020

When looking for new original content, Hulu has some amazing works. People love to binge popular shows like “The Handmaid’s Tale” and “Love, Victor.” Newest to the list: the thought-provoking...

Mulan (2020) was released on September 4, 2020 on Disney's streaming platform Disney+.

Disney almost made a remake out of you

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
September 23, 2020

After years of creating successful live-action remake after live-action remake, Disney may have finally met their match in the box office. Despite being one of the best Disney live-action remakes so far,...

Junior Julia Squitteri takes a picture in an outfit she cannot wear under the current dress code. The straps on her shirt break the code because they are too small and reveal much of her shoulders.

Suit Yourself

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
September 17, 2020

When junior Julia Squitteri was followed down the hall and humiliated by an administrator because her midriff was showing, she knew something had to change.  Squitteri, alongside four other students,...

The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu came out on September 8, 2020 and was met with mixed reviews among  critics. The game pack follows stuff pack Nifty Knitting and expansion pack Eco Lifestyle.

A game far, far away from what we wanted

Gabriella Herrera, Staff Reporter
September 14, 2020

It was already shaping up to be the most disliked game pack the Sims 4 had ever released when, on September 8th, “The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu” finally came out. The new game pack allows...

Donate to The BluePrint Online
$520
$1000
Contributed
Our Goal

Activate Search
The student news site of Hagerty High School
Jaye Herrera