Blithe Spirit: A Hauntingly Compelling Start to the Year
PRODUCTION: The Poly theater program kicks off the 2018-2019 season with the student directed show Blithe Spirit. By Emma Carson, Staff Writer On Thursday, August 16, Poly theater premiered “Blithe…
Christine Hallquist makes history in Vermont primary
HISTORIC: Christine Hallquist becomes the first transgender woman to gain the Democratic nomination for governor in Vermont. By Guinivere Kimber, Staff Writer On Tuesday, August 14, Christine Hallquist made history…
Representation Matters
JUSTICE: Transgender actors should have the same opportunities to feature in movies and television shows as cisgender actors. By Alex Flores, Staff Writer In the entertainment industry, transgender characters are…
French Superclass
UNEXPECTED: For the first time at Poly High School, French Three, French Three Honors, and AP French will be taught together in the same class. By Kathleen Lynch, Staff Writer…
NYU Provides Free Medical School Tuition
TUITION: New York University (NYU) is now offering free tuition for its medical students. By Shelbie Nelson, Staff Writer College tuition has always been a significant concern for incoming students…
Feels Like Teen Spirit
REMINISCE: Bo Burnham’s poignant take on a young girl’s journey through her last week of eighth grade attracts the attention of many viewers. By Crystal Hsueh, Staff Writer Bo Burnham,…
Aretha Franklin Dead at 76
LEGACY: Aretha Franklin passed away on August 16, due to pancreatic cancer. By Esther Whang, Staff Writer The Queen of Soul passed away last Thursday surrounded by family and friends…
Red Light, Green Light: Phone Usage
POLICY: Poly High School provides teachers with a new way to address cell phone usage in class. By Roman McCree, Staff Writer During the 2018-2019 school year, Poly takes on…
Solo: A Star Wars Story
NOSTALGIC: Director Ron Howard delivers a fun, fast-paced film that successfully captures the wit and charm of a classic Star Wars character. By Micah Pierce, Staff Writer Solo: A Star…
Senior Issue: Class of 2018
Most Embarrassing High School Memory: Isabel Washington: “Freshman year I sat in Mr. Jambretz’ APES course for a week before I realized it wasn’t his Honors Bio Course.” Lorenzo Gipson:…