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Communication at Oak Park happens in many ways and is essential

Wyatt O. Whitten, Journalism 1 Writer May 23, 2025
How do you and your friends communicate at Oak Park? Probably in many different ways, or like everyone else.
Do We Really Need Core Classes?

Do We Really Need Core Classes?

Rebecca Thomson, Journalism 1 reporter May 9, 2025

Many students these days are unenthusiastic about having to attend classes, like math, preferring infinite free time to sitting through a lecture. The common thought is usually, “We don’t need this....

Few that it doesn't show the names but colors are autism at 1.7% the magenta, schizophrenia 1.5% the small sliver of light green, and synesthesia the one that says 4.4 that's light yellow. Neurotypical describes individuals whose brains and cognitive functioning are considered within the typical range for their culture and age group, while neurodivergent describes individuals whose brains and cognitive functioning differ from what is considered typical. Statistics were from the article On The Neurodivergent Majority by Laura Weldon

Bridging the Gap

Katelynn Murphy, Journalism 1 Reporter May 6, 2025

Schools across the country often promote an image of inclusivity, proudly displaying their commitment to supporting all learners. And to be fair, some truly do rise to the challenge-developing thoughtful...

Nurturing Mental Health

Nurturing Mental Health

Rebecca Thomson, Journalism 1 reporter April 6, 2025

Within society, mental disorders are becoming more and more commonplace. Maybe your best friend struggles with anxiety, maybe your sibling is depressed; these are examples of what can occur when a person’s...

Headrush Review: Winter Menu

Headrush Review: Winter Menu

Lili Everley, Managing editor February 7, 2025

Winter: Cold, dark, bitter. However, a warm sweet side of the winter is Headrush Roasters winter menu items! I have tried a few of these winter wonderland type beverages, and I have some thoughts.  First,...

8 futures you could do instead of going to college

8 futures you could do instead of going to college

Sophy Marks and PJ Nixon January 31, 2025

Are you a senior who is unsure about post-secondary plans? It’s okay! There is still time to figure it out. Here are some suggestions you can do without a degree: Buy a small plot of non-residential...

Breaking Down "A Complete Unknown"

Breaking Down “A Complete Unknown”

Jacob Eischen, Editor-In-Chief January 30, 2025

When the lights went down in the theater I had absolutely no expectations for director James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown,” but by the end Mangold and actor Timothée Chalamet delivered such a good...

Headrush Review: Fall Menu Items

Headrush Review: Fall Menu Items

Lili Everley, Managing Editor November 8, 2024

The leaves changing color, crisper air, and cozy sweaters are all associations you may make with the fall season. However this season, there is only one thing on my mind: Headrush Roasters' fall menu items. I...

Students Face Work Challenges

Kamila McCall, writer November 4, 2024

Over the summer, students began applying to minimum-wage jobs to use up their free time while also saving money for future expenses. However, once school came back in session, some students found it hard...

Retiring the Costumes: When are you too old to Trick-or-Treat?

Emberlynn Goodspeed, writer October 31, 2024

The end of October is celebrated by the beloved holiday Halloween. One of the most recognizable parts of Halloween is putting on a costume and going door to door asking for candy. But when are you too...

"Ugly Galadriel" Illustration by art staff PJ Nixon.

“The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power” Riddled with Inaccuracies

Bela Parrett, Editor-In-Chief September 27, 2024

As the outrageously expensive second season of the Amazon show “The Rings of Power” is reaching its midway point, I feel extremely underwhelmed and disappointed as a lover of all things “Lord of...

Remembering Johnny And Matthew Gaudreau

Emma Arnone, Writer September 19, 2024

On Thursday night Aug. 29, hockey players Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were struck by a drunk driver killing them the night before their sister’s wedding. Johnny Gaudreau, age 31, played in the NHL...

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