Matthew Menendez – The Oracle

Remembering the “Echo’s” of years past

On November 9, 2020November 8, 2020 By mattm

The Steinbrenner Echo’s collection of literary magazines over the past couple of years. The publication has been producing magazines since the beginning of the Echo in 2010.

Electives have always given students the creative outlets they need in order to express themselves. Though all electives attempt to do the same thing, no class allows for more creativity than Steinbrenner’s creative writing course, the Echo. Backing […]

Band and football create team unity

On October 18, 2019December 7, 2019 By mattm

Jason Algare (right) teaches Coach Perez how to conduct. This increased interaction between the groups has helped foster a better school environment.

Friday night football games showcase the skills of the school’s team, as well as give a stage to the marching band to perform. These two groups are constantly […]

Steinbrenner’s lady warriors show their spirit in swim

On September 26, 2019September 27, 2019 By mattm

Steinbrenner's swim team cheers on their team from the side lines. They had chosen a pirate theme this year for the city relays.

Earlier this month Steinbrenner’s very own lady warriors swim team competed in this season’s city relays, where they were able to make an impressive top three […]

Vapes cloud judgement of today’s youth

On September 11, 2019September 12, 2019 By mattm

The number of vape-related lung diseases have jumped to 450 in at least 33 states. There was reported to be 33 in New York alone. Graphic by Maeve Campbell.

In modern-day society, drug and alcohol companies have been exerting their influence over the youth of our country for decades. After years of targeted advertising, the teens of America have […]

Steinbrenner Football wins the GPA award for the seventh year

On February 7, 2019April 10, 2019 By mattm

The Steinbrenner Warriors Football coaches and captains accepted the award on behalf of the rest of the Steinbrenner Football Team. The team is proud that they have managed to keep their seven year streak alive.

For months, student-athletes train hard while maintaining good grades, which isn’t an easy feat. The Steinbrenner Warriors Football team has done exceptionally well this season […]

Super Bowl LIII was not very super

On February 4, 2019February 20, 2019 By mattm

Every year the Super Bowl grabs the attention of America with families flocking to the TV to support their favorite teams. But in 2018 the NFL […]

The University of Central Florida wins the War on I4

On January 14, 2019February 20, 2019 By mattm

The University of Central Florida Knights battle the University of South Florida Bulls at the Raymond James Stadium to see who is the better team on the I4 corridor. The game occured on Nov. 17 and ended with a victory for the Knights. Courtesy of Matthew Menedez

College football is one of America’s most popular pass times, getting support from fellow students and alumni of the school, as well as new fans […]

“Ralph Breaks the Internet” is a mediocre follow-up

On January 11, 2019January 15, 2019 By mattm

Wreck It Ralph: Ralph Breaks the Internet has grossed domestically $49,038,712 on the opening weekend. The film had performed well for critics with a fresh score of 88%. Courtesy of Shyfy

Disney’s animation studio has become well known and celebrated as one of the best in the industry. With movie releases that were hit films and […]

Warriors attend Culinary Skills day

On December 21, 2018January 30, 2019 By mattm

The fine art of cooking is an important lesson to pass down. By doing this, it meas that the next generation of cooks can build […]

The FDA labels Juuling as an epidemic

On October 16, 2018January 11, 2019 By mattm

Two employees stand at the Vaporfi kiosk in the Citrus Park Mall. This is just one of the hundreds of new vape stores that have been popping up across the country.

In this day and age, smoking has attempted to evolve and transform to fit into a higher standard of health for older smokers struggling to quit. Unfortunately, […]

Gatorade’s newest line of drinks: Organic Gatorade

On September 13, 2018October 1, 2018 By mattm

Gatorade's new organic flavors in Strawberry (left) Mixed Berry (Middle) and Passion Fruit (right).

Today, people are valuing health and fitness more, and are focusing on the food they put into their bodies. Ingredients in the food and their impacts on our […]