The true meaning of success and the American dream
Kathryn Waugh, Editor-In-Chief
February 1, 2012
The meaning of being successful has come up many times recently. What does being successful really mean? Today, the younger generations would say that if a person has a ton of money, then they’re successful. The truth is that having a ton of money doesn’t equal to being successful all the time. There... Read more »
Celebrities should be treated like normal people
Kathryn Waugh, Editor-In- Cheif
February 1, 2012
Celebrities: they are today’s royalty. People really do worship the ground they walk on. For some, it’s because they want to be a celebrity. And for others, it’s because they know if they do what they’re told they can get a decent amount of money for payment. So many celebrities say they want... Read more »
Turn off the technology
Haley Marconett, News Editor
January 30, 2012
In today’s world, drama is never-ending. What many teenagers don’t realize, is that once upon a time, drama was at school and then it stopped. When our parents were our age, they didn’t have cell phones or other technology that we have today. Now, thanks to the endless texts, posts,... Read more »
Say my name, say my name
Emily Evans, Opinion Editor
January 26, 2012
It should come as no surprise that over the last fifty years or so, most things have changed dramatically. Almost everything in our society is different in some way than it used to be. The older generations would more than likely agree with this statement. Music has changed, television has changed and... Read more »
Help won’t hurt
Haley Marconett, News Editor
January 18, 2012
Have you ever had somebody say to you, “Ugh, I’m going to kill myself…,” even if you think it’s just a joke? Teen suicide is a very serious subject that most people don’t take seriously enough. Statistics show that suicide is the third leading death among teenagers behind accidents and... Read more »
We have rights too
Charice Scott, Reporter
January 18, 2012
It’s not unheard of for adults to encourage children to pick themselves up when they receive minor injuries. However, that’s not the case at Devonshire Elementary School. Even severe injuries are treated as insignificant “boo-boos.” Recently, a story of 6 year old Rahul Chandani came to light. Like... Read more »
Randy Blythe for president
Jacob Spader, Reporter
January 16, 2012
This year America will get to see the election of a new president. On the Democratic side, Barack Obama runs for re-election but his approval ratings have reached an all-time low. Republican candidates include Newt Gingrich, Mitt Romney, Ron Paul and Rick Santorum, but their popularity has wavered back... Read more »
Treat others as you want to be treated
Emily Evans, Opinion Editor
January 9, 2012
“Treat others as you would like to be treated.” People have all heard it. They have all grown up with that life lesson burned in the back of their heads. And while this saying is known by so many, there are still some of those people who choose to ignore it. Today, there’s a problem with how people... Read more »
The gift of giving
Andrea Sessions, Editor-in-Chief
January 5, 2012
Whether spent at home or out of town, the holidays give friends and family a time to come together to let the neighborly cheer ring out. And, of course, what would the holidays be without presents, too? Unfortunately, greed gets the best of a lot of people and receiving becomes more important than giving.... Read more »
There is a difference between skinny and TOO skinny!
Amara Jefferson, Assistant Sports' Editor
December 21, 2011
Recently Victoria’s Secret had their annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show releasing their newest and hottest merchandise and models. Media is at it again, giving young girls and example of what their bodies should look like when in all actuality, it’s an example of what it should not look like. New... Read more »
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