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Chess By Evelyn Murphy
Chess.com is blocked. This is a simple fact, but it’s new information for Miles Robinson. He just typed “chess.com” into the search bar of his school computer, but the site is not loading. “Seriously?” he mutters to himself. “What is it?” Miles’s friend, Forrest, asks. Miles motions towards his computer. “Chess.com is blocked. How am … More Chess By Evelyn Murphy
Fabelsman Review By Liam Skelton
The Fabelmans, a new film directed by Steven Spielberg follows its protagonist, Sammy Fabelman, through early childhood to college as he pursues his dreams of becoming a filmmaker. It begins with him seeing The Greatest Show on Earth and attempting to recreate its climactic scene. His mother sees his natural talent and encourages him to … More Fabelsman Review By Liam Skelton
The Christmas Dilemma By Evelyn Murphy
Christmas Eve. A day to relax and enjoy life… if you’ve already done all your Christmas shopping. Phoebe opens the door to the department store. She takes in the scent of pine. “This is perfect.” She starts to go towards a display with a large sign proclaiming, “75% OFF.” Suddenly, a crowd of people … More The Christmas Dilemma By Evelyn Murphy
Harboring STEM Interest By Yen Truong
Saint John’s Catholic Prep has various opportunities to build scientific interest in STEM courses. For example, students can take anviation class, AOPA, offered at our school. David Giandrea, a senior in the class of 2023, decided to expand on that class and create his own club that would give opportunities for “hands-on STEM projects” for … More Harboring STEM Interest By Yen Truong
Historically Accurate Rapunzel By Flora Karpowicz
Nuclear Power: A Safe, Clean Source of Energy By Silas Eaton
When some hear the words nuclear power, they immediately run away. This opinion is not unsubstantiated. The nuclear accidents of Chernobyl, Ukraine, and Fukushima, Japan have often left the public to deem nuclear power as unnecessary. However, nuclear power might just be one of the tools that could save humanity from the extreme effects of … More Nuclear Power: A Safe, Clean Source of Energy By Silas Eaton
Black Friday Deals By Ella Lowry
Thanksgiving season is upon us and you all know what that means. It is almost Christmas time! Christmas is the season of giving and what better way to prepare for this season than to go Black Friday shopping? Here are some of the best deals and places you should consider going to this black Friday! … More Black Friday Deals By Ella Lowry
How You Can Help By Jay Patil
While we are limited in what we can do for the environment, as a whole and individually, every act counts. Every piece of trash, amount of water saved, and item recycled makes a difference. Even in our busy school lives, we can all do our part to care for and preserve our incredible planet. No matter where or when, there is always … More How You Can Help By Jay Patil
Basketball Season Preview By Kailey Nicholas
The SJCP girls’ basketball team is reviving itself with many new girls deciding to come out and play. Coach Taye and Coach Eboni, the head and assistant coaches, are new this year. Coach Taye decided to join the Saint John’s community after seeing all of the untapped talents we have. Once he learned of the … More Basketball Season Preview By Kailey Nicholas