(Originally published March 2022) … everyone becomes devoutly religious when there is potential to skip a day of school.… avoiding assessments becomes a competitive event for second semester seniors.… at any given moment there are at least ten pairs of airpods waiting to be claimed at the lost and found.… you thought the pajama pants …
By LAASYA UDUPA, junior (Originally published March 2022) ON MARCH 18, Hawkeye hosted their movie night featuring Turning Red, from 6-9 PM. Hawkeye Movie Night was a rousing success throughout the school, with a turnout of 140-150 people. This event is hosted annually by Hawkeye for both students and faculty to enjoy a movie and …
By NISHANTH BHARGAVA, junior (Originally published March 2022) ON FEBRUARY 24, Russia launched an array of missile strikes at major Ukrainian cities and sent troops beyond their borders. Russian incursions on Ukrainian territory have been occurring since 2014 and must be condemned as illegal and unjustified. From tried-and-true sanctions to direct military action, it seems …
By SHASHWATH THYAGARAJAN, junior (Originally published April 2022) THE JP GIRLS LACROSSE team is looking forward to showcasing their talents this season and proving their doubters wrong. With an accomplished roster of both veterans and newcomers, the Hawks are prepared to fight for each victory until the very end. The team is looking to improve …
By SARIKA AKULA, senior (Originally published March 2022) ROOFTOP GARDENS. Putting greens. Valet parking. No, this isn’t your next vacation— it’s the academic future waiting for you at colleges like the University of Kentucky, the University of North Florida, and High Point University, respectively. In recent years, colleges have been competing in a veritable “amenities …
By BRIANNA GROSSMAN, sophomore (Originally published March 2022) PICTURE THIS: you get home from school after a long day of flunking pop quizzes and daydreaming about all the sleep you’ll get over break. You sigh mournfully, mulling over the discouraging few hours you got last night—and will likely get again tonight—when a pencil drops out … Continue reading
By ASHLEY RAJ, freshman (Originally published April 2022) ATHLETES SPEND HOURS, months, and years preparing for one of the most anticipated events of their life: the infamous Olympics. Athletes from ages 16 to 47 compete in this event in the hopes of taking home gold for their country. The Olympics are particularly stressful for younger … Continue reading
By RISHITA DASGUPTA, junior (Originally published March 2022) ”BECAUSE WE’RE DELTA AIRLINES, and life is a … nightmare,” joked iconic stand-up comedian John Mulaney in a skit about the unfortunately named airline company. But Delta Airlines itself claims to have found a bigger nightmare, even bigger than its customer service: unruly passengers. In February, Ed … Continue reading
By SOPHIA HAN, sophomore (Originally published Hall of Honor April 2022) AS WINTER COMES TO A CLOSE, mid-winter sports have finally transitioned to spring sports, including the start of the softball season. With a home game against nearby rival St. Thomas Aquinas soon, the JP Stevens Girls Varsity Softball team is very excited to start … Continue reading
By MANSI SHARMA, senior ON MARCH 24, the Spanish Honor Society hosted Juguemos, its annual game night. Held in the cafeteria, the cultural event brought students and friends together for a fun, relaxing night filled with games, food, and music. The cultural game night kicked off at 6 PM with attendees engaging in multiple entertaining … Continue reading
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