Changes in technology at Blake remodel learning environment
Emily Hykes, Steven Nye, and Isaac Gittleman
March 15, 2018
With the click of a few keys on our laptops or phones, the world awaits us at our fingertips. Over the past few decades, advancements in technology have not only allowed for major educational milestones at Blake, but have provided a platform for equal engagement. Karen Phillips, Physics teacher of 30 years, re...
GSA Speaker: Leslie Lagerstrom
Emily Hykes, Columnist
October 16, 2016
A few weeks ago, the GSA club was visited by Blake parent and blogger Leslie Lagerstrom to hear her story of raising a transgender child in our community. Greeting the classroom with a warm smile and shared her story about her son Sam and how the family supported him throughout his adolescence an...
Emily’s Eyes on Summer Jobs
Emily Hykes, Opinions Columnist
September 29, 2016
Finishing up my sophomore year, my parents made it clear that they wanted me to get a summer job. I was reluctant at first… I didn’t want to give up any of my long-awaited, precious free time to any extra work. After toiling with the idea for a few weeks I submitted an application to Sebastian J...
Aamoth stadium gets a makeover
Emily Hykes and Isaac Gittleman
September 29, 2016
Over the summer, one of the middle school’s biggest assets–Aamoth Stadium–underwent some significant upgrades and the long-anticipated turf project was completed. Construction began on March 7th last year and finished August 15th this summer. 9700 square yards of turf material were brought in t...
Seeing double: the experience of having a sibling at school
Emily Hykes, Staff Writer
March 18, 2016
While scanning the sprawling hallways and lounges of Blake, the typical scene tends to be clusters of people often organized by grade, friends, sports, or hobby. But on occasion, you may spot a dynamic duo of siblings either battling to the death or sharing a heartfelt hug. The love-hate relation...
Kim Kardashian reigns in Reality TV
Emily Hykes, Staff Writer
March 5, 2015
If you’re a frequent channel surfer and have ever accidentally found yourself stuck on Bravo, TLC, or MTV, chances are you’ve caught a glimpse of shows such as Toddlers and Tiaras, Dance Moms, The Real Housewives, or even Keeping Up with the Kardashians. If this is so, you have been affected by reality...
What trending series on Netflix is the best?
- Outer Banks (50%, 4 Votes)
- Ozark (25%, 2 Votes)
- Tiger King (25%, 2 Votes)
- All American (0%, 0 Votes)
- Love is Blind (0%, 0 Votes)
Total Voters: 8
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