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Did you see that? Five must-see TED talks
May 9, 2013, 1:05 pm
TED talks are a series of lectures focused on the theme “ideas worth spreading.” Standing for the topics of Technology, Engineering and Design, TED talks bring together many great minds and publicize their ideas on the internet for all to see. In no particular order:1. Amanda Palmer: The art of asking Before becoming a world renowned artist and record seller, Palmer worked the streets as a s... READ MORE
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Iron man trumps box office
May 9, 2013, 1:01 pm
With so little free time that teens have due to such busy schedules, free time gifted to students is extremely valuable. How should it be used? Released on May 4, the sequel to the second Iron Man movie, Iron Man 3, would be a great way to spend some extra leisure time with friends or family. “I personally didn’t’ think it was better than the first Iron Man. I thought it was really good... READ MORE
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Cogen kicks off competition
updated May 9, 2013, 1:10 pm
Football is thought of primarily as a sport for boys. But at SHS, proud team member Rachel Cogen, 9, defeats this stereotype. Starting football in eighth grade, Cogen has been a very important member of the football team. Her position as kicker is vital to the success of the team. “I love kicking off at the beginning of the game. It’s a really cool feeling to be able start the game off on... READ MORE
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Teacher spotlight
May 9, 2013, 12:56 pm
For 36 years Rosemary Ennis has educated many students that have passed through SHS. Beloved by her pupils, she tutors her students with much heart and devotion. Currently, she teaches World History Accelerated, AP American and the Academic Quiz Team. “I take Accel World History and it is a very tough course, but Mrs. Ennis is an amazing teacher, who helps me get understand all the material. ... READ MORE
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The last good book; Gone with the Wind
updated May 9, 2013, 12:52 pm
In some SHS English classes, students are required to pick a classic book. While some dread reading one of these, many students have found classics they have really enjoyed.
Katherine Dunn, 9, recently finished “Gone with the Wind” by Margaret Mitchel for her classic book. Published in 1936, this book takes place during the civil war and touches on slavery and other themes, as well as... READ MORE
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End of the year brings heavier workload
updated May 9, 2013, 12:21 pm
With only seventeen days of school left, students are feeling more stressed than ever. Classes have started cramming in end of the year work and students have started studying for exams.
The reason for students feeling such a heavy workload could be due to the eagerness for summer.
“I am so ready for summer, it seems all assignments I have to do is a pain and there is not much mo... READ MORE
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Schwarzman scholarship program to enhance relations between China, West
May 9, 2013, 12:05 pm
“I want my students to promote world peace between the two most powerful countries in the world,” said Mrs. Ning Zhang, Mandarin Chinese teacher. Stephen Schwarzman, billionaire founder of the Blackstone Group, seems to have been thinking along the same lines. Schwarzman’s recently announced $300 million scholarship program aims to form “an international network that can bridge differen... READ MORE
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Students earn trip of lifetime
updated May 10, 2013, 11:51 am
All Jewish sophomores entering eleventh grade are given a grant by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati to travel to Israel and surrounding locations. This will be some of the students first times traveling to the Holy Land.There are several different organizations that the kids can travel with such as NFTY and BBYO. Both are relatively the same but with different students on each trip.“I signed ... READ MORE
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Grace Louis, 9, finds perfect balance
updated May 9, 2013, 11:52 am
As a starting center-midfielder on the varsity soccer team, starting point guard on the freshman basketball team, and multi-event track runner, Grace Louis, 9, has made the most of her athletic experience her freshman year.On top of being a three sport athlete, Louis also competes on a select soccer team, Cincinnati United, during the winter and summer, playing two sports in one season. Despite he... READ MORE
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