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“Not a year in life but a life in a year”: how is being an exchange student in the U.S.

Sofía Zambruno Uviedo, Staff Writer | February 21, 2025

For teenagers from all over the world being an exchange student in the U.S. is both an overwhelming and exciting experience. Exchange programs, like the one offered at Jenison High School, are becoming more and more popular every day. These programs offer students around the world the opportunity to experience life in the U.S. Struggles and difficulties The process and paperwork is not as easy...

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Jenison Hockey draws near the end of the season

Brady Sweedyk, Staff Writer | February 21, 2025

Jenison Hockey is nearing the season’s end. It can be helpful to reflect on what has happened so far this season to prepare for the rest of it. The games you lose as a team help you know what to do to win. Sometimes taking the time to talk about it is a great thing. This season is as important as any, offering the Jenison community a chance to rally together and show their pride as the hockey...

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Students report increased focus and fewer distractions with headphones in class

Kelson Swainston, Staff Writer | February 21, 2025

In today´s classroom, seeing students wearing headphones has become much more common. In school, students listen to music, block out noise and distractions from those around them, and more. These students are learning how to use technology to their advantage in education. In many classrooms today, it is common to see students wearing headphones. Which can make it start to feel like part of the...

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The toll of exams: understanding it and how to overcome it

Keegan Ohlman, Staff Writer | February 21, 2025

The Pressure of Exams As the end of the semester draws near, students everywhere are preparing for the inevitable challenge—exams. For many, the days before exams are sleepless nights and rising anxiety. Though exams assess what we’ve learned. They often leave students battling stress instead. Exams are a major part of the academic experience. But for many students, the pressure to do well...

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Students are stressed about picking classes, here are some options

Samuel Gies, Staff Writer | February 21, 2025

Students around the school are starting to decide what classes they want to take next year. Students are frustrated and confused about which classes they want to take. With students not being able to talk to their counselors this can help you figure out some options as well as what other peoples thoughts are. AP chemistry Students have said that their classes become more difficult during the second...

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OPINION: GenZ is divided, but it’s not fully their fault

Madelyn Schrier, Staff Writer | September 6, 2024

Often adults like to say that teens and young adults these days are, “hard to negotiate” with and “divided”. How did they end up this way at such a young age? The answer is the upbringing of Gen Z.  Oftentimes, older generations like to blame Gen Z for the way we act. When we look at the world, parenting trends, new tech, and what these kids see, all play a major role. The media then uses...

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Schools should start later

Kayla Winkle, Staff Writer | April 27, 2023

  Schools don’t have to start later every day. A possibility is schools start later on only certain days of the week. That said, events happening on the weekends makes students want to get more sleep. A suggestion is on Mondays at least we should start school later. So students get a little more sleep and catch up on the sleep they might have lost on the weekend. Sleep Students should be...

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Seniors deserve more allowed absences

Lily Johnston, Staff Writer | April 27, 2023

At Jenison High School, seniors get two absences during the second semester. If they have 2 or fewer absences, they have the option to waive exams. If they go over the 2 absences they have to take the exam for the class. These absences include sick days and to get them excused you have to go to the doctor. Seniors should be able to miss more days in school and still be able to waive their exams....

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Does technology make us more alone?

Ana Gonzalez, Staff Writer | April 27, 2023

The technology could be taking over our lives. This topic can help others realize how they need to spend more time with their families and friends. Technology can make us become less social with each other. It can also make us become more isolated and can make us more distracted by things going on around us. It is possible for technology to make us less social. This can happen by going on our phones...

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Effects of NIL

Jessie Stickler, Staff Writer | April 27, 2023

NIL, name, image, likeness. It is something that is new to college sports. Something many college athletes are taking full advantage of. Bryce Young made the most with NIL at a total of around 3.5 million dollars playing football for Alabama using the NIL. NIL has become so important because it is affecting what college an athlete goes to. And it also affects if an athlete will transfer.   Coach...

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“Not a year in life but a life in a year”: how is being an exchange student in the U.S.
The importance of treating pets and animals gently and with kindness

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The four year wait is over

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What you should know before hopping on a motorcycle

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November 12, 2024

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Jenison Theater Department presents “The Play That Goes Wrong”

Jenison Theater Department presents “The Play That Goes Wrong”

October 9, 2023

Marching Macy’s: what the band expects

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The amazing show

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