Harrison Burt Blogs Editor It is time to say goodbye to the autumn leaves and prepare for a winter of snow and holiday cheer. After
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Countdown to the End of the World
Carly Risom
Reporter
According to the Mayans, we will all be witnessing the end of the world this December 21st. Okay. So perhaps they had a li’l bit too much time on their hands between Aztec sacrificial parties, (if you haven’t seen House Bunny, I’m so sorry), or building temples. Regardless, they banged out a comprehensive calendar determining when the world is going to come to an end. What does this mean for us? First things first, there will be a frenzy of tweets and Facebook posts. I already have my potentially “last” tweet composed in my head, so get cracking. Amongst the social media swirl, there is a obviously a need for a last-minute bucket list. Who is there to provide a list for you? …Hey it’s me.
StuCo Update
Will Hennessy- Student Body President
Molly James- Vice Student Body President
To all NCHS students and faculty:
We are very proud to announce that The New Canaan High School Student Coalition (StuCo) just completed the 20th annual Turkey Drive. A total of $1,830.00 was raised in support of the Lower Fairfield County Food Bank.
Free the Children
Liza Swindell
President of Free the Children Club- New Canaan Chapter
When Craig Kielburger was just 12 years old, he stumbled across an article in the newspaper that told the story of Iqbal Masih. Iqbal, like Craig, was just 12 years old, however his young life was one plagued with slavery and child labor. Craig was inspired when Iqbal spoke out against child labor and learned that such a little voice had the power to make a great change.
Christmas with the family
Carly Risom
Reporter
Even though my parents do not come from contrasting backgrounds, being that they are both born in the good ole’ USA, Christmas time makes it feel as if they are.