I decided to write a teacher spotlight article, and when I think of a teacher who deserves that time to shine, there is one person who comes to mind: Madame Field. She is one of the most amazing people I have come to know, and I'm so grateful to have her as a teacher. She is effervescent and always puts a smile on people's faces, and she takes the time and energy to truly get to know her students and be there for them. Through her love of TikTok dances and energy drinks, she

For many students in English class, poetry is a required unit. While a lot of the population underappreciates the thought-provoking literary language incorporated into the rhythmic writing, I for one believe poetry is one of the most powerful ways to express opinions and thoughts. And after reading this piece, I am certain you will understand why poetry is an underrated way to express yourself. For starters, why do people not enjoy poetry? Is it because poems are harde

In her third year at John T. Hoggard High School, art teacher Shannon Gehen is already making a strong impact on student artists. Insistent that her students’ work be displayed and appreciated, she is an inspiring teacher who encourages all students to express their creativity. When asked what she hopes students gain from her class, Gehen said, “I like students to feel positive about themselves, especially students who are apprehensive and don't think of themselves as artists

Though the Winter Olympics are always set in a cold February climate, our USA team was on fire! With a record-breaking 12 gold medals and 33 overall medals, Team USA beat out their competitors against all odds. The best part of it all? Each gold-winning competitor had an amazing and heart-touching story. Figure skater Alysa Liu brought home the gold for the first time since 2006, and her journey to the top is not like any other. After competing in the 2022 Beijing Olym

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics ended the 24-year drought in USA’s women’s singles Figure Skating since Sarah Hughes’s victory in 2002. On February 19, 2026 Alysa Liu won 1st place with 226.79 points, bringing home a long awaited gold medal. Since the age of 5, Alysa Liu has been a Figure Skating prodigy. Growing up in Oakland, California, Liu rose to the highest levels of the sport at a very young age with the support of her father and coaches. At just 13 years