Banned Books Week takes place annually from Sep. 23 to 29. The event celebrates freedom of speech and expression, and fights against the censorship of books in communities. The theme of Banned Books Week for 2018 is “banning books silences stories.” According to the American Library Association, there were 356Continue Reading
It has been a controversial year for Chicago rapper Kanye West, whether it be his now infamous “slavery was a choice” comment on TMZ, his feud with Canadian rapper Drake or his support for President Donald Trump, which has drawn ire from the public. He is now pushing back theContinue Reading
Our school prides itself on community. One of the “Statesmen Stars” stands for community. But, the frivolous regulation of the exchange of money within the school challenges our ability to sustain this so-called “community”. As an active member of the Marshall community, I have experienced countless instances of frustration withContinue Reading
It was like a movie. Like my life was some perfect story with the perfect family, faith, friends and social status. In reality, I didn’t have those things, and when my health went, so did most of my friends and parts of my family. Then, you would expect that afterContinue Reading
Members of Latinos United and Spanish Honor Society recently celebrated their culture during Hispanic Heritage month, which from Sep. 15 to Oct. 15. Hispanic Heritage month started in 1988 under President Ronald Reagan, and is meant to honor different hispanic cultures and their contributions to society. In order to learnContinue Reading
The Parent Teacher Student Association, along with assistant principal Kevin Wallace and senior Jane Hurley, implemented a food pantry in order to provide necessary nourishment for students who may not be able to access it. Earlier this year, PTSA market committee co-chair Sarah Shamlal contacted Wallace about adding a potentialContinue Reading
Severe weather has led to the cancellation of a total of eight sporting events this year, presenting problems with the student athletes’ schedules, studies and sanity. The weather, ranging from 90 degree heat to pouring rain, has cancelled two races for the cross country team as well as seven gamesContinue Reading
The addition of modular classrooms reduced available parking space, making students resort to parking on the streets outside of the Renaissance apartment complex. Residents of the complex have attempted to tow student drivers who parked their vehicles near the gated community. Safety and security specialist Steve Williams said residents feltContinue Reading
Although Latin is a dead language, it is by no means a “dead” program. Out of all of the language courses available, the Latin program is by far the smallest, with an enrollment of 89, but the culture of the program remains prominent. Latin teacher Brian Kane said he perceivesContinue Reading
Benjamin Harper: On Sept. 1, 2016, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick sparked a nationwide controversy when he chose to kneel for the national anthem. But, Kaepernick’s protest is nothing new. Black athletes have always used their publicity to protest the United States government’s discriminatory policies against African Americans. FromContinue Reading