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Does blocking websites really help off-task students focus?

Does blocking websites really help off-task students focus?

Nolan Heiner, Author May 15, 2025

You’ve probably gone to a website on your Chromebook and have Google tell you it’s blocked. It’s pretty annoying isn’t it?  The district has to block certain websites that are marked as “13+”...

Jolly Ranchers: Unexpected flavors that were Discontinued

Jolly Ranchers: Unexpected flavors that were Discontinued

Sophia Fuller May 15, 2025

  Did you ever wonder about how Jolly Rancher came to be? Before Hershey’s was the owner of Jolly Rancher, Bill and Dorothy Harmsen opened the Jolly Rancher Ice Cream Store out West. The name...

What should be done about the white hallway?

What should be done about the white hallway?

Nolan Heiner, Author May 12, 2025

Ever notice that dull white hallway? What do you think we should do about it? Draw on the walls? Put up pictures? LED’s? We want to know what you think! Some people think we should just paint it a solid...

Fun New Restaurant Near You!

Fun New Restaurant Near You!

Sophia Fuller May 9, 2025

The Plymouth Brunch House opened March 19th, 2025. It’s located at 880 Fralick Street, within walking distance to Kellogg Park. Their website describes it as an “unforgettable brunch experience!”...

Looking for a new favorite color? Scientists have discovered a new color!

Looking for a new favorite color? Scientists have discovered a new color!

Nora Cosner, Reporter May 9, 2025

Scientists say they’ve discovered a new color only ever seen by five people Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have found a brand new color and named it Olo.Olo is described as...

History about Cinco de mayo

History about Cinco de mayo

Ben Hosking, author May 8, 2025

Lots of people all over the world celebrate cinco de mayo. Cinco de mayo happens every year on may 5th.   Cinco de mayo started because it celebrated the date when mexico beat the french in the battle...

Mother's day is soon! May 11th!

Mother’s day is soon! May 11th!

Matthew Hosking, Author May 8, 2025

On May 11th, it will be Mother's Day! Mothers all around deserve a day full of gifts and relaxation. Here are some ways you can celebrate Mother's Day! First is a spa day. This can let Moms relax. Some...

Students feelings on M-step test

Students feelings on M-step test

Matthew Hosking and Benjamin Hosking April 25, 2025

On April 23rd, the m-step test starts, and you will take the math and ELA tests, so be ready to learn about both. Many students are talking about the test and how they are “Cooked.” Students feel this...

Help those with cancer by going to the Zoo!

Help those with cancer by going to the Zoo!

Aiden Gross, writer April 24, 2025

The Shades of Pink Foundation is supporting those with breast cancer and will be held at the Detroit Zoo on April 26. The Shades of Pink Foundation wants to raise money and help people because breast...

Are Dire Wolves making a comeback?

Are Dire Wolves making a comeback?

Nolan Heiner, Author April 18, 2025

Did you know that dire wolves are back? Recently, scientists have “brought back” this extinct species of wolf. Dire wolves first went extinct around 10,000 years ago because they ate too many horses...

New Gimkit feature! 3 packs!

New Gimkit feature! 3 packs!

Matthew Hosking and Benjamin hosking March 20, 2025

New gimkit feature! 3 packs!   If you are not aware yet, gimkit just released a new feature, packs! These packs are, the dog pack, the retro packs, and the cat pack. You can get skins, stickers,...

Do you have a plan for your schedule for next year?

Do you have a plan for your schedule for next year?

Matthew Hosking and Ben Hosking March 14, 2025

6th and 7th graders, do you know what electives you want to take next year?    6th graders: If you are going into 7th grade you can start spanish. The 7th grade schedule is different from the...

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