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Spring Awakening
Cultural Relations makes their 2010 Debut
By Maia Lee
The Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) has confirmed that there will be a Cultural Relations retreat this spring.The group, which advocates racial awareness and civil justice, had kept silent for the entire first semester on whether a retreat would be held. The retreat, which will be held in April, has been highly anticipated since the beginning of the school year.
Published February 26, 2010 - News
Hype Beast
Aggressive Asian girlfriends and the quest for the freshest kicks.
By Maia Lee
I have worn the same pair of Chuck Taylors since eighth grade. I am proud of the scuff marks and sharpie-signatures that they have accumulated over the years, and love that they compliment any outfit I pair them with. But while they carry many of my fondest memories in their soles (camping with my family on Whidbey Island, Homecoming dance sophomore year), there is a limit to my affection. I would never keep them wrapped in their original packaging so the soles don’t begin to yellow, nor would I monitor the amount of times I wore them so as to keep them in their best condition.
Published January 15, 2010 - Features
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4.0 Idiot, 2.0 Genius
In high school, continuity and intelligence are often confused.
By Maia Lee
I deserved to fail my sophomore year history class. Not only did I rarely take notes during lectures or even read the chapters that were assigned, I barely passed a test with a grade higher than a “C.” I still pulled off an “A” in the class. I didn’t pass the class because of my extensive knowledge of European history or my diligent study habits. I passed because I knew how to bs.
Published January 15, 2010 - Opinion
Growing Pains
For now, adulthood can wait.
By Maia Lee
Looking back on the past eight years since elementary school, I feel that I didn’t cherish being a kid as much as I should have.
Published December 11, 2009 - Opinion
Just Another Teenage Love Story
Are high school relationships based on true love or interdependency?
By Maia Lee
Relationships, either long or short term, are a common element in the typical high school experience. With millions of block buster hits with subjects dedicated to dramas of teenage relationships, dating in high school has become the norm.
Published November 20, 2009 - Features
Road Rage
With a final bow, I hereby resign my driver's license
By Maia Lee
Not every teen drives, and not every teen drives irresponsibly. But the fact is you don’t have to be a bad driver to get in an accident. It can happen to anyone. Just ask me.
Published November 6, 2009 - Opinion
Material Girls
Crime has never been so easy and fashionable.
By Maia Lee
According to the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention, in the United States alone $35 million in goods are stolen from retailers daily, $13 billion annually.
Published November 6, 2009 - Features
Life is Like a Box of Checkmarks
Define yourself in one word
By Maia Lee
Without even knowing my name, he will already have summed me up, just by skimming over the two boxes I hastily checked. The doctor will see me soon, and he doesn’t need a piece of paper to tell him what kind of person I am. All he has to do is ask.
Published October 16, 2009 - Opinion
Rebel Without a Cause
So you say you’re different...
By Maia Lee
Most of us aren’t that brave; we merely seek the approval of our peers. The truly unique kids are the ones who set the trends. Everyone else is a follower.
Published October 2, 2009 - Opinion
A Long Road to Perfection?
By Maia Lee
The plan aimed to improve the academic performance of students by fleshing out the many programs at Garfield and setting standards that students and staff could strive to meet.
