by Maya Ben-Yosef ’15 On average, Americans consume 40 gallons of sugary soda each year, and the average teenager drinks 760 cans of soda per year. The average person of any age drinks more than 500 cans of soft drinks per year. After drinking a 16 ounce soft drink, 12 teaspoons of sugar begin to work its way through the … Read More
by Sydney Morrison ’13 I strongly believe that getting a job in high school is one of the smartest things a teenager can do. Although I have only begun waitressing at Ledo Pizza this past March, it has already greatly impacted my life and the way I perceive the world. While high school has been fun, I wanted something more; … Read More
by Meagan Barrett ’15 Journalism Student
by Staff When homecoming season comes around each year, critics of Sherwood’s school spirit propose various explanations for why “this year isn’t as spirited as last year” and what may cause some students to become more apathetic about their school climate. You are likely to see plenty of people attending football games and a few over-the-top Spirit Week fanatics, but … Read More
by Briana Applewhite ’13 It’s senior year! The happiest time in a high-schooler’s life comes with easy classes, low attendance standards and fun. Junior year was misery, filled with anxiety and crying yourself to sleep, and now you’re a senior and in the clear. Guess again. Dear freshmen, sophomores and juniors, first semester of senior year has been the equivalent … Read More
Recently, amidst a dramatic increase in mass shootings across the country, the controversy of gun rights versus gun control has circled through the media and the minds of Americans. Gun control laws and regulations exist at all levels of government in the United States, with the vast majority being local codes which vary between jurisdictions. So the question is: How … Read More
by Alex Porter ’13 A background in business is the new vogue accessory for American candidates running for elected office. Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney has largely based his campaign on his experience in private industry, asserting that it is “essential to his task” of being President of the United States. While Romney and many other politicians have had illustrious … Read More
by Shaan Verma ’13 On September 12, the iPhone 5 was unveiled by the high and mighty tech giant Apple. This new device is said to be on the cutting edge of modern technology; however, it is obvious that the world’s most valuable company is only making a play for more profits. The iPhone 5 essentially has nothing to offer … Read More
by Nick Mourtoupalas ’13 We are born onto this planet, our home, yet we are limited to its few continents. Individuals just like yourself share identical feelings, but are fated to another side of the same world. Those who witness what is beyond their home return with something more than photos; they bring with them an irreplaceable collection of mental … Read More