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The Editorial Board consists of the senior Journalism III class.

Staff Editorial: In High Demand

The Editorial Board voted 13-1 that service hours should be a graduation requirement.
Spark Staff January 23, 2025

“Democracy dies in darkness” is the official slogan of The Washington Post, the meaning being that a society governed by the decisions of the people will only function effectively if it is informed...

A New Chapter

A New Chapter

Libraries are adapting to be accessible entirely on the internet, but there are services that cannot be provided online, and the need for physical libraries remains.
Elliana Celis, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

As the internet infiltrates more and more parts of daily life, it seems that everything is moving online. It is hard not to wonder if libraries are next in becoming a thing of the past. With the wide-spread...

McKamey Manic

McKamey Manic

McKamey Manor is a popular but dangerous haunted house created by Russ Mckamey in his own backyard to give people the scare of their lifetime, but some might say it is more of a tourture house than a haunted house.
Gwen Gilbert, Sports Editor January 9, 2025

When fall begins to roll around and leaves fall from chilly breezes, a certain energy floats through the air that is best characterized by the term “spooky season.” One of the most popular ways...

Editorial Cartoon: Santa

Editorial Cartoon: Santa

Aubrey Moore, Graphics Editor December 26, 2024

Ho Ho Hoax?

Ho Ho Hoax?

Warning: If Santa Claus is visiting you on December 25, do not read!
Annabelle McCarty, Culture Associate Editor December 19, 2024

I still remember when I first questioned Santa Claus’s existence. I was looking at a note he had written to me and was comparing it to one my friend received. My first thought was, “wait a minute,...

Head to Head: Artificial Intelligence is Bad

Head to Head: Artificial Intelligence is Bad

Yes; artificial intelligence is detrimental to student learning.
Caden Powels, Staff Writer December 12, 2024

The smell of popcorn fills the halls as kids rush to take their seats, excited to see the new movie provided by the teachers’ state of the art 2009 projector. As the film starts, it is disrupted by an...

Taylor Taking Over

Taylor Taking Over

World renounced music artist, Taylor Swift, recently released over 40 versions of TTPD with sales of over 40,000 begging the real question, is it about the experience or the money?
Luke Viviano, News Editor & Business Manager December 6, 2024

I walked into my local record store on Record Store Day (RSD), to purchase myself a limited edition 10 year anniversary copy of Freddie Gibbs and Madlib’s album, “Piñata.” To my surprise I did not...

Editorial Cartoon: AI

Editorial Cartoon: AI

Alex Schwind, Culture & Graphics Editor November 21, 2024

The Editorial Board consists of the senior Journalism III class. Will Huelskamp, Grace Callahan, and Caden Powels did not vote due to their in-depth reporting about AI in this issue.

Staff Editorial: Gateway to AI

The Editorial Board voted 10-1 that the positives of AI in schools do not outweigh the negatives.
Spark Staff November 7, 2024

Chat GPT, Grammarly, Snapchat AI, Quizlet AI, Photomath: the artificial intelligence (AI) programs accessible to students seem endless. When provided with all of these quickly-developing new technologies,...

Head to Head: Curfews

Head to Head: Curfews

October 30, 2024

Head to Head: Curfews Should be Set

Head to Head: Curfews Should be Set

YES; CURFEWS SHOULD BE SET IN PLACE IN ORDER TO KEEP KIDS SAFE.
Macie Manzardo, Sports Editor October 30, 2024

The famous amusement park, Kings Island, is the home for many people of all ages throughout the year. The refreshing water park during the summer, Fear Fest during October, and Winter Fest in the cold...

Head to Head: Curfews Should Not be Set

Head to Head: Curfews Should Not be Set

NO; CURFEWS SHOULD NOT BE MANDATED IN PUBLIC PLACES.
Beck Lucas, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

Two years ago, Kings Island saw a huge jump in the number of fights and ejections that happened in the park. Due to this, they decided to make major changes to their rules and curfews. Changes that I believe...

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