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School
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As the end of the 2024-2025 school year is approaching, many students are wondering what next year is going to look like with the newly passed cell phone ban in New York State. Schools all around the state, K-12, including BOCES programs, are implementing a new “bell-to-bell” ban on phones passed by Governor Kathy Hochul. This means from the first bell to the last bell, all phones, smart watches, tablets, and other similar devices are not allowed to be used during the whole day, including lunches and study halls.
As the school year picks up speed, tests, quizzes, and projects are starting to pile up. If you’re feeling the pressure, you’re not alone. But with the right study strategies, you can stay ahead and maybe even enjoy the process (at least a little). Here are some tried-and-true study tips to help you make the most of your time.
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Sports
The Lady Red Devils clinched the 2025 NYSPHSAA Section VI Class B championship after facing Frontier on May 30, in a 9-7 win. They got to showcase their communication, defense, and offensive skills, which secured them the title and advanced them onto the Regional game on Saturday, June 7th, at the Clarence turf.
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Capping off one of the best seasons for Clarence boys tennis in the past two decades, senior Marshall Harrishburg and sophomore Alex Laspro became the first Clarence boys doubles team to qualify for the New York State tournament since 2012.
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The 2025 Formula One season has unfolded as one of the most dynamic and unpredictable in recent memory, featuring standout rookie performances, shifting team dynamics, and a tightening championship race.
National
April 22nd, 2025. 26 people are killed by a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, a town in Indian-administered Kashmir, a region on the northern border of India and Pakistan. The Indian government is quick to blame Pakistan for the attack, while Pakistan denies any connection to the attack.
Entertainment
Suzanne Collins has recently come up with another book telling us the story of Haymitch Abernathy in the 50th Hunger Games. I had high hopes for this book, as I had read all four books in the series before this. However, I found myself disappointed with the depth that this book went into. While the book had potential, particularly with Haymitch as the lead, its rushed ending and lack of emotional follow-through made it feel incomplete.
When I first heard that Dear Evan Hansen was being made into a movie, I was really excited but also a little nervous. The Broadway musical is one of my favorites because it honestly deals with mental health, loneliness, and trying to fit in. After watching the movie, I understand why some people had mixed feelings, but personally, I thought it was really moving and definitely underrated.
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The Kentucky Derby is not only a race that showcases power and athleticism from both horses and humans, but also fashion. This race, held in Louisville, Kentucky, is an incredible event to attend to see the horses run, but also to see all of the unique outfits put together specifically for this event. These outfits have played a significant role in the history of the derby, starting all the way back in the 1800s.
Seasonal/Features
As the final weeks of the school year unfold, Clarence High School students are eagerly anticipating a summer filled with adventure, relaxation, and local exploration. Fortunately, Buffalo offers a plethora of events and activities that promise to make this summer unforgettable.
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