My life was ruined on my 13th birthday. On that day my life was put into a stranger’s hands. Fate. I realized that I myself didn’t make my future. Fate made my future. Fate was my future. At least in my world it was. Hello, my name is Joseph Baldwin and welcome to my world. […]
Homeless Helpers by Isabella Batts
In 2012, there were about 6,992 homeless people in Boston, and in 2013 there are about 7,255 homeless people with a 3.8% increase in that one year. The number of homeless has been increasing since. In January, the temperature can get down to 2 to -5 on average. Put yourself in the shoes of these […]
Bookshelves Overcrowded? Donate!
Have some much loved, lightly used books that you know others might enjoy? Maybe your book shelves could use a little more space? Nadia Calder, Emily Chau, and Quinn Gleason are organizing a book drive to support kids who are homeless or in between homes. Books will be donated to local shelters, making it easier […]
Snowflakes by Kally Proctor
Snowflakes Glistening in the sky, Dotting the ground with white, landing, cool, on my face. Delicate and unique, Each one special, As they swirl And they glide. Winter is here Bringing with it: Snowflakes
Winter by Kally Proctor
Winter is coming, Or may be here already, Bringing seasonal joy And happiness. White fills the air And warmth fills each house, As family and friends Smile and laugh together. The days get shorter, The nights get longer, And soon we’re all asleep As silently outside, The snow comes down While we’re all inside counting […]
The Weekly E-Sports Review by Ari Zuckerman and Raymond Xu with art by Justin Cai
Art by Justin Cai ____________ ___ ___ ______ |____ ____| | | | | | ____| | | | |___| | | |___ | | | ___ | | ___| | | | | | | | |____ |___| |___| |___| |______| Welcome to the weekly esports review. At the time of writing, we […]
MythMasters Bring Ancient Greeks to Life for Cultural Enrichment Day by Kally Proctor
MythMasters Performers in Action WAYLAND, MA–Ancient Greeks in the auditorium? That’s what the students at Wayland Middle School were welcomed to on Friday, December 8th for Cultural Enrichment Day. The event involved three performances by the MythMasters, two actors reenacting myths from ancient Greek civilization. After each 15-20 minute show, the MythMasters held discussions with […]
Your Addiction is Killing Me: Why People Shouldn’t Smoke in Public by Sophia Fantoni
If you are a smoker, the issue is not if you get cancer; it’s when you get cancer. Smoking is absolutely awful for you, but most people don’t think of the consequences and the pain they are putting their body through. In fact, when you smoke outside you are hurting other people just by smoking […]
Downed by Ayaan Rashid
The plane was in a 45 degree nosedive as I wrestled with the yoke to control the plane. I could hear passengers screaming with fear. How am I going to slow down this plane? My arms burned as I reached forward, and pulled the lever to deploy the speed brakes to 100%. My whole body […]
An Interview with Mr. Rich by Anshuman Parulekar
12/11/17 Interviewer: Thank you for joining me today. Mr. Rich: Thank you for having me. Interviewer: What did you think about the University of Miami’s loss? Mr. Rich: I was terribly disappointed. Interviewer: Did you think they would have won if it was in Miami? Mr. Rich: I always have faith that the Canes will […]