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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
Nadia Knoblauch

Nadia Knoblauch, Editor-in-chief

Nadia Knoblauch is a senior at Hagerty High School and this is her third year on staff. Nadia has strong passions for journalism and activism, serving as the Vice Chair of Communications for the Florida Scholastic Press Association and Florida Coalition Leader for the United Nations’ Girl Up Initiative. She was named FSPA’s Emerging Young Journalist in 2022 and hopes to study Political Science and Journalism in college.
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Junior Meghna Vikram stands in front of her research at the BSides Salt Lake City conference. After 10 months of research, Vikram qualified for the International Science and Engineering Fair.

Vikram’s AI research goes international

Nadia Knoblauch, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2024

Once May hits, students can be found cramming for AP exams, playing mindless games in empty classrooms or waiting for the last bell of the school year to ring, but not junior Meghna Vikram. She has been...

Head coach David Attaway explains the next drill to the girls at tryouts. Focusing on the basics of the game, Attaway must teach the team proper plays and strategies before their game against Oviedo on Feb. 20.

Girls flag football kicks off

Nadia Knoblauch, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2024

Head coach David Attaway explains the next drill to the girls at tryouts. Focusing on the basics of the game, Attaway must teach the team proper plays and strategies before their game against Oviedo on...

Haibel's military service flag, U.S. Verteran hat and a photo of him on a boat sit on the welcome table for his Celebration of Life service. Haibel's memories with his family and friends were shared at the event through photos and storytelling.

Remembering Chuck Haibel

Nadia Knoblauch, Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2024

Haibel's military service flag, U.S. Verteran hat and a photo of him on a boat sit on the welcome table for his Celebration of Life service. Haibel's memories with his family and friends were shared at...

Since its opening in 2005, Hagerty has had noticeable shifts in student demographics. Despite these changes, the most impactful development that staff have recognized is the increase in awareness and inclusion among students.

Changing times

Nadia Knoblauch, Editor-in-Chief
November 27, 2023

Race, ethnicity and demographics can be easily measured through surveys and analytics.  What can’t be as easily collected is how these shifts over time or demographic differences impact minority...

Students celebrate at a 2022 pep rally. Due to poor weather and lost class-time, adminsitration decided to postpone the first pep rally of the year.

Pep rally canceled due to weather

Nadia Knoblauch, Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2023

The average school pep rally is filled with the roar of students, the bass of the band and the echo of stomping feet, but for this year’s first pep rally, it was the roar of thunder that filled the campus. On...

On Aug. 8, wildfires spread across the island of Maui, leaving at least 1,100 residents missing and 115 reported dead. Due to poor preparation and warnings from Maui's Emergency Management Agency, the casualties beg the question, "How should our government better prevent environmental hazards?"

Fired Up: Wildfires in Maui

Nadia Knoblauch, Editor-in-Chief
August 25, 2023

“A Hui Hou” Commonly used at funerals and memorials, the phrase, which translates to “Until we meet again” in Hawaiian culture, is a sign of respect to loved ones and an encouragement of hope...

The prescription drug Accutane provides many with cleared skin but has its share of severe side effects. While many found the drug to be beneficial to their skin, side effects such as dry lips, nosebleeds and even anemia made it hard to outweigh the negatives.

Let me be clear

Nadia Knoblauch, News and Multimedia Editor
April 25, 2023

Starting his morning routine, John* washes off his tretinoin cream from the night before with his salicylic acid cleanser. Walking out of the bathroom, he grabs a prescription box that contains red pills—the...

Girls across the U.S. get their periods, but those in Florida won't be able to learn about them. On Feb. 22, HB 1069 was filed, restricting health and sexual education for those under sixth grade, including period education.

Menstrual education is necessary, period

Nadia Knoblauch, News and Multimedia Editor
April 13, 2023

The jog in from recess leaves many girls covered in sweat, dirt and grass stains from their outdoor play. Walking into the bathroom, one girl discovers a concerning spot on her shorts—one that doesn’t...

Many students think of Ivy Leagues as an out of reach dream only few can obtain. However, Hagerty alumni share that Ivy Leagues do not fit this "perfect" concept we imagine.

Making it to the big leagues

Nadia Knoblauch, News and Multimedia Editor
February 22, 2023

Applying early decision seemed like Alex Tao’s best bet to get into his target school: Princeton University.  For Kirsten Trevino, Columbia University seemed like a dream with its proximity to...

Senior Jasmyne Johnston, freshman Zenthani Wilson and frehsman Suriyah Ali work on an assignment during sixth period African American Studies class. The honors class was offered for the first time in 2022-23, and an AP level class was scheduled to be offered in all Seminole County high schools next year, but the state denied the course.

[Photo] AP African American Studies rejected

January 27, 2023

Senior Jasmyne Johnston, freshman Zenthani Wilson and frehsman Suriyah Ali work on an assignment during sixth period African American Studies class. The honors class was offered for the first time in 2022-23,...

Junior Preston Rupert plays the trumpet during the All-State jazz band performance on Friday, Jan. 13. Rupert played first chair on trumpet and this was his fifth year in the band.

All-State band tunes student interest

Nadia Knoblauch, News and Multimedia Editor
January 17, 2023

As he stepped onto the stage of the Tampa Convention Center, junior Preston Rupert focused on his conductor’s directions, ready to begin the show. “Going in, I felt comfortable because I have done...

Fully Loaded

Fully Loaded

Nadia Knoblauch and Skyler Glenn
January 1, 2023

Price: $23 | Average Rating: 4/10 Our second truck of the night was Fully Loaded, which served classic American meals from cheeseburgers to French fries. We decided to try their classic cheeseburger...

Bowls for Tú

Bowls for Tú

Nadia Knoblauch and Skyler Glenn
January 1, 2023

Price: $14 | Average Rating: 7/10 The first truck we stopped by was Bowls for Tú, which served Hispanic fusion cuisine including Colombian hot dogs and a variety of mixed bowls. Looking at the...

The Knot

The Knot

Nadia Knoblauch and Skyler Glenn
January 1, 2023

Price: $14 | Average Rating: 9.25/10 Our next stop was The Knot, and this truck was packed with creativity and flavor. Specializing in their garlic knot sliders, The Knot had eight different flavor...

The Tea Social

The Tea Social

Nadia Knoblauch and Skyler Glenn
January 1, 2023

Price: $8 | Average Rating: 4/10 For our drinks, we decided to try out Tea Social, a boba tea vendor. Nadia: With lots of boba options around town, from Bento to Chewy Boba to BestTeas, this...

Chikiz Empanaditas

Chikiz Empanaditas

Nadia Knoblauch and Skyler Glenn
January 1, 2023

Price: $12 | Average Rating: 7/10 After having some disappointing results, Chikiz Empanaditas served us some hope for the Food Truck Thursday review. We ordered five of their mini empanadas, or...

Pho Wheels

Pho Wheels

Nadia Knoblauch and Skyler Glenn
January 1, 2023

Price: $11 | Average Rating: 4.5/10 While walking down the rows of food trucks, Pho Wheels caught our eyes with their $10.65 fried sushi. Offering this along with noodle and rice bowls, Pho Wheels...

Freshman John Lee plays his clarinet at the annual Rhapsody show on Dec. 2. The clarinet section played a student arrangement of "Running Up that Hill."

Annual Rhapsody tunes into holiday season

Nadia Knoblauch, News and Multimedia Editor
December 12, 2022

Circling the audience, the band played out their final tune of “Come Together” by the Beatles. After filling the auditorium with a night of holiday classics and movie scores, the annual Rhapsody concert...

Mod and Sim students work in Maya to find the dimensions of an object. The understanding of dimensions allows for an accurate model to be done on the program.

[Photo] With emphasis

Greta Carrasco, Opinions Editor
December 7, 2022

Mod and Sim students work in Maya to find the dimensions of an object. The understanding of dimensions allows for an accurate model to be done on the program.

Listen to the music, not the man

Nadia Knoblauch, News and Multimedia Editor
November 2, 2022

How would you feel if one of your favorite artists said, “When I wake up, I’m going Death Con 3 on Jewish people.” Or this: “The Jewish people have their hand on every single business that controls...

Junior Joelle Jackson and senior Kylie Sheplan go over plans for rehearsal on Oct. 25. Theater students were able to join crews by signing up with direcotr Jamaal Solomon, or applying to be a crew leader.

Purebred Productions debuts “Pygmalion”

Nadia Knoblauch, News and Multimedia Editor
October 26, 2022

After hurricane setbacks and two months of rehearsals, the drama department will debut its first play of the year, “Pygmalion,” on Thursday, Oct. 27. The inspiration for movies such as “My Fair Lady”...

Junior Dylan Severance takes a BeReal photo for junior William Carr. As the photo is taken, both the front and back cameras are used to capture both students in the post.

Let’s BeReal

Nadia Knoblauch, News & Multimedia Editor
September 23, 2022

“You have two minutes left to BeReal!” Grabbing her instrument before band practice, junior Lauren Verstrate ran back to her locker to rummage for her phone, hoping she would be able to post her...

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