America revolves around entertainment

Nathan G., Staff Reporter
October 25, 2012

Ticket prices for events have been seeing a rise in the past couple of years. Going to the movies makes your wallet hurt, and going to a concert can make you bankrupt. The sad part is people keep going and buying out tickets for concerts and sports events everywhere. But, do we have a choice? America... Read more »

Anonymity on the Internet: good or bad

Alaina H., Staff Reporter
October 25, 2012

In the first amendment of the United States’ Constitution, it promises the freedom of speech. “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech…” And so, many people exercise their right to say whatever... Read more »

Talent no longer needed to be an artist

Nathan G., Staff Reporter
October 10, 2012

Music was something that once required all of your heart and soul. Now, all it requires is a pretty face, money and autotune. Old school rock music has been dead for over twenty years, grunge reigned for a matter of ten years, blues is long past, and even alternative is slipping into the underground.... Read more »

A new plan made for pep rallies

Shelby B., Staff Reporter
October 10, 2012

In the past, almost every freshman at Pelham High School was familiar with the protocol for football pep rallies. It would be all grades, 9-12, on the bleachers in the gym cheering together. This traditional set up seemed to work well until the 2011-2012 school years. Pep rallies with everyone in the... Read more »

College allows for new beginnings

Hayley H., Editor
October 10, 2012

For many seniors, looking down the road to college is unavoidable. One aspect that many people look forward to is the chance to reinvent themselves. Since most seniors have been with the same classmates since elementary school, it’s hard to change the way people look at them. For me, this has been... Read more »

Federal government provides college aid to students

Lillie C., Staff Reporter
September 26, 2012

The popular college rankings focus primarily on status as measured by the standardized test scores of incoming students, how many applicants are turned away, and accredited programs that a college offers. However, there is an initiative that was started last fall by the Obama administration could help... Read more »

Standardized tests not adequate

Lillie C., Staff Reporter
September 5, 2012

Colleges everywhere have admission requirements for acceptance. The two main qualifications for admissions are ACT/SAT scores and GPA. Having a high GPA is important, but standardized tests take the cake. State and private colleges alike rely on these scores to determine whether or not a student is prepared... Read more »

Summer brings a lack of supervision

Lillie C., Staff Reporter
April 12, 2012

As summer draws near, students are getting antsy for summer. Many are ready to sleep in and stay up late with friends. However, parents are getting antsy too.  Countless parents are concerned with too much free time and the dangers that come with that free time. As a student, I am more than ready for... Read more »

Charter schools are the smart choice for Alabama’s students

Nat S., Staff Reporter
April 12, 2012

The Alabama legislature is currently in a battle over education. House Bill 541 is proposing to bring a new charter school system to the state, and arguments over the bill are divisive to say the least. The bill arose as a potential solution to the state’s desperate need for education funding—from... Read more »

Bullying is on the rise

Mika K., Staff Reporter
April 9, 2012

In school, everyone is constantly being judged. It may be based on the way you look, act, how much money you have, it could be anything. In some cases kids don’t just get judged by these things, but bullied. Bullying is a form of aggressive behavior manifested by the use of force or coercion to affect... Read more »