Sophomore Jessica Buzzard woke up as a normal high schooler, brushing her teeth, getting dressed and going to school. But for an hour or two, she was a physical therapist, married with two kids, for the...

As a young girl, Spanish teacher Patricia Lopez dreamed of being a teacher. Now, after 35 years of teaching, Lopez is retiring to spend time with her family.  Although Lopez started her career as an...

In March 2022, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Florida House Bill 1467 into law, requiring school districts to be “transparent in the selection of instructional materials.” For Moms of Liberty Seminole Chapter...

On July 4, freshman Alistair Muller does what any American does—celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, family and a barbeque. On July 14, he does what any Frenchman does—celebrate Bastille...

A stream of red and white dances through the cheering crowd, the dragon’s paper-mache skin reflecting the sunlight. Although the crowd’s attention is on the dragon, on the dragon dance that commemorates...

For senior Kathlynn Nguyen, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year festival is an annual tradition. Surrounded by red traditional clothing, dancing lions and singing performances, Nguyen feels right at home.  “I...

It was Jan. 2, and most people were winding down from New Year's, but senior Daniel Hernquist was waiting in front of CVS for his Adderall refill, his thoughts far from celebratory. After calling his pharmacy,...

When English teacher Sarah Bearss first heard about ChatGPT, one thought appeared in her mind: “Oh, great.”  Released in November by OpenAI, ChatGPT is an AI-powered chatbot that can generate conversational...

Wow.  Released Jan. 2, “OMG” is the first single album by NewJeans, a rising star in K-pop who made headlines with their new and fresh concept reminiscent of Y2K fashion.  Debuting on July...

Stepping to the front of the room, junior Neha Kabir awaits the music. Taking a deep breath, she adjusts her saree, a traditional robe-like South Asian garment. Bengali music begins to play, a song chosen...

When I was in sixth grade, my mom would cook my lunch: rice, beef rendang and peanut sauce. I sat down with my friends, my plate of basmati rice surrounded by burgers, chicken nuggets and pizza. The next...

When senior Helen Zou walked into her second period AP Physics C class, she took a look around. Tristan. Rylan. Connor. Xander. Although slightly disappointed, Zou was not surprised. What started as 15...

For many Americans, Iraq is a country afflicted with war, destruction and dictators. But for freshman Fatimaalzahra Al Lebban, Iraq is, and always will be, home.  Al Lebban was born in Najaf, Iraq,...

Junior Mohanashree Pamidimukkala codes Java in her AP Computer Science A class. In the future, Pamidimukkala wants to become a software or aerospace engineer and hopes to see more female mission directors...

As senior Kenna Gay stepped up on the stage, guitar in hand, she took a deep breath, and began to sing.  On Oct. 11, chorus held their annual Pop Concert, opening with a duet of “Love Shack” by...

On Oct. 6, culinary teacher Matthew Thompson was announced as teacher of the year. Thompson was teaching his Culinary 4 class when the announcement was made, and the class erupted into cheers when they...

As the 4th period bell rings, Ely Cardenal prepares for her performance. The music starts. Castanets in hand, Cardenal begins clapping and dancing to the fast-paced rhythm, attracting viewers and cheers. On...

When FTE clerk Joanie Rodriguez heard of the plans to expand Hispanic Heritage Month activities, she immediately thought of her flamenco teacher, Cardenal. Wanting to showcase more diversity at the school,...

As the 4th period bell rings, Ely Cardenal prepares for her performance. The music starts. Castanets in hand, Cardenal begins clapping and dancing to the fast-paced rhythm, attracting viewers and cheers. On...

Sophomore Angelina Aragón-González is used to moving around, first from the U.S. to Colombia and then back again. However, moving around is not something unique in Colombia, but rather, an unfortunate...

RCC President Aaditya Balasubramaniyan speaks to club members. The meeting was held on Sept. 9 in room 3-201.

Twenty-eight years ago, Heather Ambrosi volunteered at the Special Olympics, cheering on athletes with disabilities as they raced down the track. Twenty-eight years ago, she found her passion in Special...

If senior Adriana LaBarbera could sum up her life in one word, she would choose suerte, Spanish for fortune, destiny, fate. Suerte because she had the fortune to be adopted and move from the slums of Guatemala...

Administration organized first-week assemblies to inform students of new safety policies and the Husky Bucks program. The meetings, held for each class and led by principal Robert Frasca, touched on topics...

“I suck at math, I’m gonna fail this test.”  “I literally look so bad in this, I’m so ugly.”  “I’m so sick of this, I’m literally gonna kill myself.”  Words of self-deprecation,...

Sorry Hamilton fans, but this cabaret is not about the meteoric rise of one of America’s founding fathers, but Troupe 6885’s final performance of the year.  Featuring songs from shows like Six,...

“There are no words to express our gratitude. You have given books to over 400 soldiers in my unit. Thank you so much from us here at Fort Hood Texas!” -Nubia C (Poland & Germany) “I could...

The lights dim. The crowd stills, waiting. As the music begins to play, freshman Emiaj Jaime’s foot follows, her heart beating fast. She recites the rehearsed steps in her head, and begins to dance.  Jaime,...



The tremors began late in the afternoon. The ground shook, windows shattered, buildings quivered. On January 12, 2010, at 4:53 p.m., a massive earthquake registering 7.0 on the Richter scale struck Haiti.  Nine...



If you want to make space dirt, the first thing you need to do is study samples from space. Next, find materials on Earth most similar to those samples. After that, crush particles down to a powder-like...

When junior Mac Anderson found out he won a Superior, he was in shock. His eyes widened. His mouth dropped open. His hand flew to his mouth. His play, “After the End,” had won the highest rating possible...

For many sophomores, 10th grade is just another year of high school, the year before the stress of college admissions and SAT scores. For a young Amany Bekheit, it was the year she discovered her passion...

The numbers appear in red, bright, blocky letters on the scoreboard. 4:00. Players line up on each side of the gym, their feet on the yellow line, knees bent. Errr! They take off, rushing to the halfcourt...

A crashing wave of gold, blue, purple and green watercolor paint. A starry sky taken out of a children’s book. A photograph of a creek in the woods, leading into a dense forest. These were just a few...

The curtains of the auditorium rose to reveal the living room of the Travers mansion, a red couch in the center, with a simple table set to the side and a bar in the back. On Nov. 18, at 7 p.m., the stage...

Shouts. Screams. Cheers. Students packed into the bleachers, cheerleaders twirling, jumping, the band blaring out with trumpets and saxophones. The scene is familiar to many students— the bright lights...

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Instead of an alarm clock, sophomore Joelle Jackson wakes up to the sound of a military horn, blaring at spaced time intervals to signal soldiers of roll calls, meal times and personal training.  That...

No talking. No conversation. No sound at all, just hand gestures and facial expressions to communicate and hold a conversation. At the lower food court in the Oviedo Mall on Sept. 14, the American Sign...

Carrying a bag of garlic and brimstone as a safeguard. Walking backward into one’s house and then forward to ensure that no harm will come. Showering money with salt and cinnamon to bring in greater...

Publishing a short story, poem, or novel is a dream many writers hope to achieve. Literary journals, prestigious writing institutions, or local writing contests provide opportunities for writers to do...

On the second day of school, an announcement was made over the school intercom informing teachers to allow late students in without a pass due to heavy traffic in the school’s parking lot. Seven hours...