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New formal attire isn’t worth environmental impact

New formal attire isn’t worth environmental impact

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor April 11, 2022

Prom is in a little over a week, and with that comes the demand for a new outfit to wear. Whether that be a cocktail dress, a halter dress, a three-piece suit, or donning a corset, high school dances see...

USD 383, please say gay

USD 383, please say ‘gay’

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor March 28, 2022

Society has come a long way when it comes to the acceptance and discussion of the LGBTQ+ community. From when the concept was taboo and silenced, to now: accepted, except for the homophobic people, many...

Xello does not fulfill its purpose

Xello does not fulfill its purpose

Advith Natarajan, Staff Writer March 6, 2022

At the beginning of the school year, the counseling department introduced Xello as part of weekly Advisory lessons. Xello provided students with personality quizzes and matchmaker tests to advise them...

Girls sports deserves more support

Girls sports deserves more support

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor March 3, 2022

The U.S. women’s soccer team made a historical development in sports. The fight for equal pay has always been a big issue, especially in sports. The team sued the U.S. Soccer Federation for gender discrimination,...

English Literature curriculum isn’t diverse

English Literature curriculum isn’t diverse

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor January 31, 2022

Before the 20th century, literary work seldom included empowered female lead or a non-white lead character. But the continuous growth in the literature world has increased the number of novels centering...

School shutdown would be unreasonable

School shutdown would be unreasonable

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor January 24, 2022

Cases of COVID-19 are rising once again. As of Jan. 21, a total of 90 cases amongst staff and students between Jan. 18 and Jan. 21 have been reported. As the cases rise, there have been thoughts amongst...

Teachers should reflect on finals week

Teachers should reflect on finals week

Kris Long, Print Editor-in-Chief December 13, 2021

As finals week rolls around, students expect to begin wrapping their class’s content and reviewing for the final exam before the semester’s end. Many start counting down the assignments and planning...

Motivational speakers helpful, needs more diversity, warning

Motivational speakers helpful, needs more diversity, warning

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor December 8, 2021

There is always a lesson to be learned. People go through their lives learning lessons that, regardless of value, have an impact on their future. These lessons can occur at any given moment and present...

Parents need to understand their children better

Parents need to understand their children better

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor November 8, 2021

There is no handbook when it comes to raising a child, and it’s mostly trial and error. People who have more than one child understand this. It’s learning what kind of parent you need to be. There...

School should communicate better with students

School should communicate better with students

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor November 1, 2021

It’s that time of year when seniors begin to buy their cap and gown, preparing to walk at graduation. Jostens is the company that Manhattan High uses for the students to buy these, as well as other...

BOE decision to remove mask mandate good; timing wrong

BOE decision to remove mask mandate good; timing wrong

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor October 26, 2021

In a six-to-one vote, the motion to remove the mask mandate passed the USD 383 Board of Education based on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Board last Wednesday. The motion will go into effect...

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PowderPuff not inclusive, outdated

Lasirra Hines, Opinions Editor October 4, 2021

Homecoming is right around the corner, and with it comes PowderPuff. PowderPuff -- an event where the girls and the boys switch places; girls play football, guys are the cheerleaders --  began around...

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