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Jason Dement is a friend to all at Hudson High School. He plans to continue his education at Emory University in Atlanta, GA.

The Man, the myth, the legend: Jason Dement and his next steps towards stardom

Kai Kurokawa, Reporter April 23, 2024

The man. The myth. The legend. Described by most as an outgoing leader— someone always ready to make an impact. As a stellar model student, he also appears in almost every school activity you could think...

Senior Derek Huminsky is struggling to find motivation in his academic endeavors. The final stretch of his senior year has proved to be stressful, knowing the end is near.

Overcoming senioritis: Ways to relight the motivational flame

Gavin Mertes, Reporter April 10, 2024

As the home stretch of the academic school year approaches, a contagious affliction begins to creep into seniors everywhere: senioritis. Whether you are a senior planning to go to your next academic chapter...

Subduction of the Juan de Fuca Plate results in the formation of the Coastal Ranges and Cascade Volcanoes, as well as a variety of earthquakes, in the Pacific Northwest. Olympic and Mt. Rainier national parks showcase the contrasting landscapes of the two parallel mountain ranges.

The Cascadia Megaquake could be closer than we think

Sean Delagrange, Reporter April 10, 2024

On Jan. 27, 1700, several fishing villages along the east coast of Japan were washed away by a tsunami. However, this tsunami was unusual; unlike the hundreds of others that had struck Japan before, this...

A swarm of visitors lined up to summit Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.

Our overpopulated national parks

Vienne Bateman, Reporter April 10, 2024

The National Park Service protects over 85 million acres of natural resources and historic sites across the country, preserving some of nature's most precious natural sites and wildlife. When a new space...

Senior Sophia Zirneskie reads a book that she just checked out in Hudson High School’s Media Center. It’s very common to find Gen Z students like Zirneskie reading not only in their local library but everywhere.

Gen Z reading trends aren’t what they may seem

Renna Eimer, Copy Editor April 8, 2024

Every generation has assumptions, generalizations and stereotypes made about them. For example, Boomers are stereotyped for not understanding how to work technology while millennials are stereotyped for...

The Hudson varsity girls’ basketball team clapping and supporting their team during a game against the Painesville Beavers. The team are each other’s strongest supporters, always there to encourage fellow players to victory. Used with permission/Ken Klemencic.

The Differences between girls and boys sports

Emily Stevens, Reporter April 7, 2024

For many teenagers, athletics is a cornerstone of the high school experience. Equality in sports is an issue that has been present for quite some time, several steps have been taken to ensure equal opportunities...

Hudson students watch a performance by students from North High School in Akron at the World Culture Fair on February 13. Students were exposed to various cultures and traditions from around the world. This event shows how the administration tries to strengthen students’ knowledge of other cultures. Used with permission/A. Tallat-Kelpsa.

Bursting the Hudson Bubble

Lily Stevens, Reporter April 7, 2024

Hudson, Ohio: Home to thousands of residents and one of the most highly-ranked public schools in the state. A town where families volunteer every weekend for all kinds of organizations. A town with an...

A snowy scene from a snow day this school year. Walking pets while staying bundled up is a great way to enjoy a day off.

The Science behind a snow day

Ava Bell, Copy Editor March 21, 2024

With bad weather and many storms throughout the winter months this year, students are met with days off. At Hudson, students had their share of days off over the winter months, but the amount of time did...

Multiple Drama Club students help design the stage for Hamlet during a Friday Work Call. These work calls take place nearly every Friday, and this is when students create the set, props and costumes.

Drama Club: What the crew does behind the scenes

Luke Ream, Reporter March 21, 2024

On stage, the audience gets to see the shows they love, but backstage, there is so much that goes unrecognized.  Two shows a year bring dozens of students together to bring their passions for theater...

The band members rehearse in their studio. Used with permission/Floor Band Instagram.

Floor Band: From the living room floor to the big stage

Ava Charriere and Kelsie Moore March 19, 2024

Bandmates Ella Choi, Jack Warner and Miles Muller started their band from the ground up. Literally.  “When we practice, whether it is a conscious decision or not, we always end up on the floor,”...

During a joint concert with Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School, Hudson Chamber Choir presented ‘Nyon Nyon’ by Jake Runestad. Each voice section created their own choreography to match the spunky energy of the music.

Music Notes: The Achievements and camaraderie of the HHS Choirs

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief March 12, 2024

Whether you’re looking to revolve your life around music or simply dabble in it, HHS has practically every option for musicians. Within the Hudson choirs, even more opportunities arise amongst their...

Alexander engages in a student presentation during one of his classes at Malone University. Before becoming a substitute teacher at Hudson High School, he taught as a Professional in Residence at Malone University for five years until disaster struck with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hudson High School’s favorite substitute teacher: Frank D. Alexander

Renna Eimer, Copy Editor March 5, 2024

Most students at Hudson High School have likely come across, experienced or even overheard the name of Hudson’s famous and most popular substitute teacher: Frank D. Alexander.  Alexander has had the...

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