should kids be told santa isn't real?
by Xander Skaggs
by Xander Skaggs
We all know the legend of jolly old St Nick but should the young ones be told that he isn’t exactly real?
Telling kids soon rather than later could save them a lot of heartache of the truth that Santa Claus isn’t real, but rather a legend. And it would be easier than keeping up the ruse for years.
by Gracen Carter
Throughout the ages, students have found ways of getting information stuck in their brains. As the world becomes more techy, so has the way students look for brain-nourishing information. They are turning in their books for cool screens instead, but does one measly feeble screen substitute for all the school books as well as being considered more reliable than the pages?
by Xander Skaggs
When rock n’ roll started with Elvis, people were definitely caught off guard. Some welcomed it with open arms, a different style of music than blues, another genre at the time and others like it. Then came the 70s rolled around and bands like Black Sabbath took the world by storm. Most say they were the birth of metal. Soon popular metal bands such as Guns N’ Roses and Metallica entered the scene. With them metal began branching out into many different subgenres like heavy, death, black, and nu just to name a few. But what does society think of it?
by Gracen Carter
The long-time rivalry between bubble gum and teachers is universally known around the world. The smacking and popping noise from the little elastic treat drives teachers insane. Interestingly enough though, there is talk about how there might be a method to the madness of allowing students to chew gum while in class.
by Bryce Bridges
If you are a basketball fan, player, or you have watched the game before, you most likely know what the All-Star Game is. In this case, has it decreased in popularity and views, caused fewer fans, or ruined the fun of the game? .
by Tabytha Thompson
Many children nowadays have at least an iPad or tablet, if not the newest iPhone. With this in mind, many parents either don’t think about or don’t realize how much access to the internet their children have. Too much internet access can be damaging for anyone, especially someone with an innocent and malleable mind.
by Rylie Beckham
In the morning, many students are immediately met with the bright lights from school hallways and classrooms, which can be overwhelming. Fluorescent lighting makes it difficult for those with light sensitivity and sensory issues, and can even cause migraines for some. On the other hand, ambient lighting in a classroom can make students feel sleepy and make them unable to focus on school work.
by Gracen Carter
Now let's get one thing right. Climate change is not something we’re new to: however, do we truly grasp just how we are affected by climate change, and just how much time we have until we can no longer look the other way.
by Lauren Faile
The birds are singing and the sun is shining through the blinds. You begin to get ready for yet another interview. You look at yourself in the mirror and notice your smile is brighter than the last interview. The only words you can manage to think is, “Please let me have this job because I am tired of being rejected.” The only problem is that you are not speaking to the employer. You are speaking to your brain.
by Kaitlyn Outen
The popularity of short-form videos has exploded with the widespread use of TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. It’s become especially popular with children and teenagers. While these platforms have provided us with hours of entertainment and a way to connect with family and friends, there is a rapidly growing concern about the effects of short-form videos on our youth’s attention spans and overall development.