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COVID –19 takes a toll on students and teachers

On November 27, 2020November 20, 2020 By danielar

The Administration attempts to reduce the number of students in a contained space using one-way hallways. One-way hallways, along with several other safety measures, have been implemented to adapt to school life with COVID-19. Photo courtesy of Jade Prieto.

Nationwide COVID-19 has affected schools in unimaginable ways, for both teachers and students. The split between E- learning and in school learning was a major […]

What people put on their social media can affect their future

On November 25, 2020November 19, 2020 By avac

Social media is taking over peoples’ lives and is now affecting students’ futures. Looking at these social networks have helped colleges learn more about prospective students. Photo courtesy of Unsplash.

In the age of technology, social media has become a way to learn everything there is to know about a person. By scrolling through someone’s […]

The perfect guide to becoming a rookie activist

On November 23, 2020November 20, 2020 By andreag

Some students at Steinbrenner High School who are currently 18 or older have voted in this year’s election. Although voting is the most well-known, there have always been other ways to be politically active. Photo courtesy of Jade Prieto.

During this election year, opinions and values are being voiced back and forth from different perspectives. Many social media platforms have been used for politics, encouraging people to vote and to use […]

Inmates should be able to vote

On November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 By jadenp

Currently, inmates can only vote while in prison in two states. There has been a push in many states, including Florida, to grant current/former prisoners the right to vote. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons.

With the recent 2020 U.S. presidential election, the topic of voting restrictions and suppressions has come to the forefront once again. One specific case is […]

Amy Coney Barrett’s appointment is a threat to democracy

On November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 By gracebe

Amy Coney Barrett takes the oath during a Senate hearing. Barrett was confirmed by the Senate as the next Supreme Court Justice. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Amy Coney Barrett’s ride to the Supreme Court has been nothing short of controversial. Coney Barrett, the newest Supreme Court Justice, was confirmed on Oct. 26, replacing late […]

Voting by mail should not be controversial

On November 3, 2020March 24, 2021 By tatig

An absentee ballot being sent off to be counted. Absentee ballots had gained popularity due to the threat of COVID-19.

As election night has approached, voting by mail has been a topic of discussion amongst Democrats and Republicans. Especially with COVID-19, more absentee ballots are expected to be sent out in the 2020 election than in past elections. Voting […]

College application fees should not be required for students

On November 3, 2020March 24, 2021 By taylors

A student is getting ready to pay for her 40-dollar application fee. Even though some colleges had offered financial wavers for certain students, most students still had to pay their application fees.

When Seniors start applying to colleges, a lot of them learn that it is unreasonable to apply to too many places because of how expensive […]

Social media changes the way we perceive politics

On October 29, 2020March 24, 2021 By aliviar

6th grader Nolan Roach uses Instagram to follow politicians. He has followed politics through social media in the past, but never really gave much thought as to the impact they have on his opinions.

When people think of social media, their minds will probably automatically go to teenagers. There are many uses for social media, like posting picture/videos, but many teens have found that they can share their political […]

The Electoral College needs to be reviewed and reformed

On October 28, 2020March 24, 2021 By jadenp

The results of the 2016 US presidential election are highly contested as the winner of the popular vote did not win the presidency. The outcome of the election led many to question the electoral college. Image courtesy of C-Span.

With the 2020 US presidential election right around the corner, the topic of the Electoral College has been brought into relevance again, and it’s time […]

Proposed Hillsborough Count budget cuts: Will they help or harm?

On October 27, 2020October 27, 2020 By angelicam

A teacher carries their belongings in a box as they prepare to leave the school. Many teachers were at risk of being cut as Hillsborough County decided cutting teachers would balance the county's budget. Photo courtesy of Jade Prieto.

Addison Davis, the superintendent of Hillsborough County Public Schools, and his team are attempting to put budget cuts into place in order to tackle the county’s financial troubles, but these cuts could come […]

“The Social Dilemma” questions whether society or social media needs to change

On October 21, 2020October 19, 2020 By katep

Current movie poster for the Netflix documentary “The Social Dilemma”. The movie was released January 26, 2020. Photo courtesy of Netflix.

The debate of whether social media and technology are safe has resurfaced from the new Netflix documentary “The Social Dilemma”. The dangers and consequences of social media are talked about and […]

SAT scores should not be required for colleges

On October 16, 2020October 16, 2020 By jadenp

Senior Kyle Burrell studies for the SAT with a practice book. He took the test multiple times in order to get a high enough score for a scholarship.

With exams being canceled due to COVID-19, many colleges are not requiring SAT scores for students applying for the 2021 school year, and this removal […]