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Last Friday night, Clarence High School was alive with excitement for our Homecoming football game, themed around the USA. Students, alumni, and families filled the stands, proudly wearing red, white, and blue as our varsity team faced off against Williamsville North. Homecoming is more than just a game, it’s a celebration of our school's community and yearly traditions.
School
In an era when school safety is a much bigger issue than it once was, the question of whether Clarence High School should have student identification to enter the building has been raised repeatedly.
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Face paint, sunglasses, baseball caps, oh my! Last week, students across all grades came together to show their school spirit before the big Homecoming game and dance. Many students went all out with their outfits on our four themed days; Powderpuff, On Wednesdays We Wear Pink, Adam Sandler, and Hawaiian. Let’s take a look at some of the amazing school spirit!
Flag football, creative cheerleading, and school spirit - where else would you rather be on a Tuesday night? Although the rain attempted to interfere, the annual Powderpuff game was still a hit.
Emmilyn Pygon
Are you interested in public relations? Debating foreign politics? Enhancing your public speaking skills? Join Clarence High School Model UN today!
The Chrysalis club is proud to present the theme for the 2025 magazine: Behind the Door. There is so much that you can do for Chrysalis, whether you are a regular in the club or just want to submit a work of art.
Mr. Ratka is a social studies teacher currently in his 23rd year at Clarence High School. I recently had the opportunity to ask him some questions about his career and what made him want to become a teacher.
National
Hurricanes are among the most powerful and destructive natural disasters on Earth. These massive storms can wreak havoc on coastal communities, leading to catastrophic flooding, wind damage, and loss of life. That is exactly what Hurricane Milton and Helene did over the past few weeks.
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If you have ever listened to former president Donald Trump speak at a rally or have seen a news report on him, you have probably heard him talk about something called the “Deep State,” and how he’s going to destroy it.
Sports
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This season, our high school Boys Varsity Volleyball Team has been making waves on the court, showcasing not only their skills and teamwork but also their dedication and sportsmanship. What started as a season full of anticipation and energy has now become a testament to the team’s growth, both in skill and camaraderie.
Senior captains Sahanna Varma and Gemma Hacker punched their ticket to the state tournament with their fourth-place finish in doubles. Sofia is already a three-time Sectional champion (Doubles 2022, Team 2022, and Singles 2023) and will now head to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association tournament for the third consecutive season. Senior captains Sahanna Varma and Gemma Hacker punched their ticket to the state tournament with their fourth-place finish in doubles.
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Wrestling. Many things come to mind at first thought. It's violent, it's dangerous, it's gross. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Despite its reputation, wrestling truly is a sport for everybody, no matter who you are or what you believe you are capable of.
Seasonal
Halloween is in a little over a week, which means it’s time for you to get the perfect costume before it’s too late. Will your costume relate to your favorite movie or TV show? Maybe, it will be trendy for Halloween night. Or it might be one of the most popular costumes for Halloween 2024.
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One of Western New York’s greatest places to see the changing fall foliage is Chestnut Ridge Park in nearby Orchard Park. This is truly falls at its best!
Richie LaPaglia
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