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Gardens & Villa album Dunes is a perfect February release

Gardens & Villa album “Dunes” is a perfect February release

Sophie Whyte February 6, 2014

I was intrigued by the colorful album cover, along with the fact that their label goes by the comical name of “Secretly Canadian.” Perhaps it may be said that one shouldn’t judge based on a cover,...

2014 Grammy Album of the Year nominees

2014 Grammy ‘Album of the Year’ nominees

Sophie Whyte January 26, 2014

[heading size="25" margin="10"]Album of the Year[/heading] [tabs] [tab title="Sara Bareilles"] The Blessed Unrest A powerful voice paired with inspiring words and lovely piano riffs—It’s no wonder...

Trophies in room 204

National debate champion Malin coaches debate team, class

Sophie Whyte January 20, 2014

Introduced to the debate team family first semester was Aaron Malin, a Political Science Graduate from the University of Missouri. He uses his successful history of debating to aid the debate students...

Stunning debut album Dirty Gold by Angel Haze impresses with poetic lyrics

Stunning debut album ‘Dirty Gold’ by Angel Haze impresses with poetic lyrics

Sophie Whyte January 2, 2014

Angel Haze, a relatively unknown and underrated hip-hop singer and rapper, recently released her debut album titled Dirty Gold. I had never heard of her, and I typically don’t listen to the rap, but...

12 DIYs: Wrapping paper origami stars

12 DIYs: Wrapping paper origami stars

Sophie Whyte December 25, 2013

You might have some extra wrapping paper laying around your house with no use if you've already wrapped all your presents. Don't throw it away because it's perfect to use for origami! By cutting the wrapping...

We the Kings introduces new, upbeat album Somewhere Somehow

We the Kings introduces new, upbeat album ‘Somewhere Somehow’

Sophie Whyte December 23, 2013

In my everlasting quest to discover new artists and music, I stumbled upon We the Kings, who just released their fourth album titled “Somewhere, Somehow”. Their cover graced the front page of iTunes’...

Independence for teenagers is necessary in developing maturity

Independence for teenagers is necessary in developing maturity

Sophie Whyte December 20, 2013

Commonly stated as RBHS’ motto, “freedom with responsibility” can be applied to all aspects of life, including parenting. Most high schoolers are not yet parents, but they can understand the relationship...

art by Maddy Mueller

Face it: facebook may be dead

Sophie Whyte December 19, 2013

The integration of social media into the daily lives of Americans is second nature by now. Social networking sites allow for the instant connection to millions of people internationally in an efficient...

“I think it should be Christmas Break because this is when Christmas is, and Christmas is a holiday, so just like Thanksgiving [was called] Thanksgiving Break. So it’s Christmas Break and that’s when family should have presents and fun and a time to get back together with your family and just enjoy life.” Junior Hend Alrawi

Student View: Should the break be called Winter Break or Christmas Break?

Sophie Whyte December 19, 2013

Perhaps it’s a minor detail: should school districts call the December recess a more secular “Winter Break” or the religiously oriented “Christmas Break?” But terms such as these are debated...

Danielle Bradbery album disappoints with generic songs

Danielle Bradbery album disappoints with generic songs

Sophie Whyte December 1, 2013

Danielle Bradbery, winner of “The Voice” season 4, has a flawless voice. She hits all her notes perfectly, and has the perfect smooth voice that America fell in love with. Yet even with this mastery...

Student View: Black Friday

Student View: Black Friday

Sophie Whyte November 26, 2013

Following the day of Thanksgiving, "door-buster sales" entice Americans to shop 'til they drop. Black Friday is an unofficial American holiday that is the opening of winter shopping in stores, with Cyber...

“It’s to give thanks for what we have and it affects my life, personally I just go see friends and have a big dinner with friends and family. It’s a way to bring people together so you can have a happy time.” Sophomore Ahmad Diab

Student View: The true meaning of Thanksgiving

Sophie Whyte November 26, 2013

A cultural holiday to celebrate and appreciate harvest time is common in many countries around the world. In Korea, they celebrate Chuseok with traditional food and games. Argentinians celebrate the Fiesta...

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