Internet is just a click away

Lucia Molina
Reporter

A number of students are aware that internet access inside the school is very easy to obtain. When the mobile device is registered through a form available on the “Voice thread” computer in the library and 24 hours have passed, you have internet access just about anywhere in the school.

“Wireless internet is available almost everywhere in the school except the gym and in front of the VPI office,” Library Media Specialist Michelle Luhtala said. “It’s easy to access once the form is filled out…”

Tech Night on Monday

On Monday, Feb. 1st, the fourth annual Technology Night will be held in the cafeteria. The event gives students and teachers an opportunity to showcase how they use technology in and outside of the classroom to enhance learning. In the past, the night has displayed student-made computers and robots…

NAEP Exam

Kelsey Anspach
News Editor

Today, a selected group of seniors will take the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) Exam. According to Assistant Principal Ari Rothman, the exam is often referred to as “the nation’s report card.”

The exam, run by the U.S. Department of Education, is taken by students aged 9, 13, and 17 in public schools across the country. Each school that is chosen to take the test is given one of multiple subject tests which aim to report on subject-matter achievement, instructional experience, and school environment. This year, seniors here will take a writing assessment…

Frills and edgy thrills

Lucia Molina
Courant Blogger

Although it’s winter and there is still an expectation of snow, spring is slowly seeping into my everyday wardrobe. I can’t help it—I cannot stand the bland, depressing colors and fabrics many choose to wear every winter season. For those of you who actually rebel against this invisible style guideline and sport fun, bright pieces and not-very-practical frilly ensembles, then you’re one step ahead of the style bandwagon…