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In this weekly blog, senior Haley Ward shares a little bit of everything: deep dives on her favorite topics, her fashion favorites, and how to make the most out of your high school years.

Love, Haley: let’s catch up

Haley Ward, Editor-In-Chief January 17, 2024

Happy New Year! I’m back from break and ready for some fun blog posts for this new year! I figured we would catch up, and I could share a few things I have been doing to get refreshed for the new year. To the ones who are intimidated by the new year,...

In this weekly blog, The Fresh Perspective, staff reporter Lea Garcia-Salazar talks about school opinions.

The Fresh Perspective: the pros and cons of homeschooling

Lea Garcia-Salazar, Staff Reporter January 17, 2024

In the 1970s, American educator and author John Holt questioned the formal school’s focus on rote learning (memorization based on repetition) and argued this created an oppressive classroom environment designed to make children compliant employees....

From Europe to Asia, South America to Africa, and all the way to Australia, Wingspan staff reporter Sindhuja Pannuri provides her insight on international events in this weekly blog.

International Insight: an unseen humanitarian crisis in Sudan

Sindhuja Pannuri, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

In the heart of Africa, Sudan is grappling with a humanitarian crisis of alarming proportions. Despite its severity, the conflict has largely escaped the global spotlight, leaving millions of Sudanese people in the shadows of violence, displacement, and...

Real Talk: winter weather

Natalia Soto, Segment Producer January 12, 2024

On this week's edition of Real Talk WTV's Natalia Soto asks students about the winter weather.

Managing editor Faith Brocke expresses their emotions and experiences in their column, Facets of Faith.

Facets of Faith: patterns

Faith Brocke, Managing Editor January 11, 2024

I find a lot of comfort in patterns. Whenever I’m anxious, I really like listening to repetitive instrumentals with the same beats and musical swells.  I like to tap on my hands and cool surfaces in sequences until I feel less overwhelmed and...

In this weekly blog, The Fresh Perspective, staff reporter Lea Garcia-Salazar talks about school opinions.

The Fresh Perspective: the impact of sleep on academic performance

Lea Garcia-Salazar, Staff Reporter January 10, 2024

With students quickly transitioning from a relaxing vacation to a stressful academic environment, an overlooked aspect emerges: sleep. The festive holiday season often translates into disrupted sleep schedules, which leaves students on the brink of a...

From Europe to Asia, South America to Africa, and all the way to Australia, Wingspan staff reporter Sindhuja Pannuri provides her insight on international events in this weekly blog.

International Insight: New Year, new problems

Sindhuja Pannuri, Staff Reporter January 9, 2024

The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on electoral processes is a subject that demands our attention, especially as its capabilities grow exponentially and 2024 elections loom. AI and Social Media Dynamics: The integration of AI in elections...

Students in Dual Credit government are connecting the classroom to real-life situations. With the presidential election coming up in the fall, students in government are learning the ropes of elections.

The pressure of AP classes

Sanvi Subbaraj, Guest Contributor December 21, 2023

Take AP classes according to you, not to others. Many high school students aim to “stack up” AP classes within their schedules, commonly with the objective of topping what they previously had taken before regarding difficulty. While taking higher...

Managing editor Faith Brocke expresses their emotions and experiences in their column, Facets of Faith.

Facets of Faith: isolation

Faith Brocke, Managing Editor December 21, 2023

Lately, I’ve been feeling the weight of isolation and keeping to myself more than I should. I always feel out of touch with those I don’t see every day, and it’s starting to feel like I’m in a different world, in a way. It’s my fault,...

In this weekly blog, senior Haley Ward shares a little bit of everything: deep dives on her favorite topics, her fashion favorites, and how to make the most out of your high school years.

Love, Haley: see you next year!

Haley Ward, Editor-in-Chief December 20, 2023

It is my last blog before the new year and I figured it's the perfect time to reflect on the past year and look forward to the new year! This year has brought me so many new opportunities and I have been able to grow close to so many people. A few things...

From Europe to Asia, South America to Africa, and all the way to Australia, Wingspan staff reporter Sindhuja Pannuri provides her insight on international events in this weekly blog.

International Insight: attacks in the Red Sea and global trade

Sindhuja Pannuri, Staff Reporter December 19, 2023

In recent weeks, the Red Sea has become a hotspot for geopolitical tensions as a series of attacks on ships has raised alarms among international maritime communities. Believed to be orchestrated by Houthi rebels in Yemen, the incidents have prompted...

In this weekly blog, The Fresh Perspective, staff reporter Lea Garcia-Salazar talks about school opinions.

The Fresh Perspective: the impact of extracurricular activities on student development

Lea Garcia-Salazar, Staff Reporter December 18, 2023

From sports to drama club, extracurricular activities play an important role in shaping the overall development of students beyond the classroom setting.  Extracurricular activities greatly impact student development by influencing academic performance,...

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