Some words like “where” and “wear,” or “read” and “read,” can be confusing even to fluent English speakers, but are especially difficult for English Speakers of Other Languages, also known as ESOL students. According to ESOL department chair Sharon Carser-Brown, the level of challenge varies based on students’ backgrounds. “ItContinue Reading
“Lights, camera, action,” is the normal saying for any theatrical performance, but for Marshall theatre’s new play The Spitfire Grill, the saying is simply “action.” “It’s pretty low-key, but it’s a very intense and cool show,” senior Daniel LaBarbera, a cast member of Spitfire, said. “I think [Mr. Tamborini] wantedContinue Reading
Thinking about the future after high school is stressful for a lot of students. They often feel that they are alone in the process. Helping to alleviate this stress is exactly the job of Marshall’s college and career specialist Gardner Humphreys. According to Humphreys, the main purpose of his positionContinue Reading
With mediocre computer graphics and semi-decent acting, the Halloween flick Carrie falls at about the same level as the original movie. While the storyline was intense and captivating, the rest of the movie fell short of my expectations. Based on author Stephen King’s first novel, the movie tells the storyContinue Reading
According to some of the members, the energy and overall team atmosphere are some of the best parts of being on Cross Country. “Everything’s informal in the sense that we’re all able to talk, but at the same time we’re working hard and helping each other work hard and doingContinue Reading
Homecoming ran a little early this year, with the newspaper- related theme of “Making Headlines.” For some people, homecoming—and the spirit days leading up to the dance—is a major highlight of the school year, but this does not hold true for some. Some upperclassmen seem not to careContinue Reading
Teen artists recently submitted their best creations to the Scholastic Art & Writing competition designed for artists, photographers and writers.
Several different types of prizes can be awarded to those who submit, beginning with recognition in either a regional or a national award. Each of these types of recognition consists of a gold, silver and honorable mention category.
According to the Scholastic website, artandwriting.org, “approximately seven to ten percent of all regional submissions are recognized with Gold Key Awards and all are considered for national-level recognition.”
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