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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
April 10, 2024
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
April 10, 2024
A swarm of visitors lined up to summit Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.
Our overpopulated national parks
April 10, 2024
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
April 8, 2024
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
April 7, 2024
A drawing depicting the bias in school dress codes. They are incredibly strict, and often target the dress of young women.
Targets on our backs: How school dress codes unfairly objectify girls
February 27, 2024
The snow machines work hard to produce enough powder for local skiers to head down the hills at Boston Mills. Since Vail Resorts purchased Boston Mills in 2019, prices have soared, making this once quaint ski area too much for locals to enjoy.
Boston Mills: The ski hill scam
January 30, 2024
A Hudson Fire Department fire truck parades around the Stow area to celebrate a national holiday. Used with permission/Flickr/Ramond Wambsgans.
Hudson’s Volunteer Fire Department needs to change
January 27, 2024
The swimming pool is one of the most popular attractions at recreation centers. Although Reminderville has a fourth of Hudsons population, it still has a recreation center containing an indoor pool. Trails Recreation Center by Dan McLean is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 Deed.
The Benefits of a recreation center in Hudson
January 22, 2024
Sophomore Libby Thomas and her family visit a beach while on vacation with her family over a well deserved break from school.
Students should experience the world while they’re young
January 12, 2024
A view from Drake and J. Cole’s concert at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland. The 360 stage used for the concert featured different designs and many props were used for the performance. Used with permission/Kai Kurokawa.
Drake and J.Cole take to Cleveland
April 9, 2024
The Apple Vision Pro on display at the Apple store. Inside every Apple Vision Pro are two chips, an M2 chip, the same chip inside of the newest model of iMac – responsible for performance speeds as well as the new R1 chip responsible for reducing input delay and refresh rate. On the Apple website, the R1 chip is claimed to have a “12-millisecond photon-to-photon latency.” Used with permission/Kai Kurokawa.
Virtual Reality meets reality
April 9, 2024
One of the most known cenotes of Cancún, Cenote Azul is a very picturesque place to swim in the sun. The vivid blue waters and luscious greenery add to the Cancún’s striking nature sceneries. Used with permission/Pickpic.
Spring Break Hot Spots
February 27, 2024
The new version of Mean Girls hit theaters on Jan. 12, but the reception was not as positive as the producers may have hoped. Used with permission/Paramount Pictures.
Mean Girls: Broadway hit to box office miss?
January 30, 2024
On Dec. 19, 2023, after almost six years since the last major update, the long-awaited “Geometry Dash” update 2.2 was finally released. The update added a whole slew of new features, from a new official level, a new gamemode, new editor features and over 600 new unlockables for players to use.
Geometry Dash 2.2: Was it worth the wait?
January 24, 2024
Hopscotch Mafia poses for a picture post-game. The Mafia won 10-2 in a heated game against Field-Porter. Used with permission/Hopscotch Mafia.
Hopscotch Mafia is playing to win
April 9, 2024
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
April 7, 2024
Sharife Cooper protects the ball during the third quarter. Although he was sidelined for most of the game due to an injury he sustained in the first quarter, he was still able to contribute six points to the team.
The Cleveland Charge: Why the G League deserves more recognition
January 23, 2024
What Hudson Athletes do during their off-season
What Hudson Athletes do during their off-season
January 15, 2024
Matson and her Tar Heels cheering after their victory against Northwestern University in the National Championship game. Used with permission/Getty Images.
The story of the youngest coach in the NCAA
January 10, 2024
VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociologys Fun Friday
VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociology’s “Fun Friday”
February 26, 2024
One of the most beloved drinks on the menu is the Mango and Passionfruit Tea with Strawberry Popping Pearls. This aesthetic drink is an extremely popular choice and has a perfect blend of fruity flavors.
Downtown Hudson’s best snack stops
January 25, 2024
The Most wonderful time of year in NYC
The Most wonderful time of year in NYC
January 12, 2024
Boys Cross Country attend meet in Wooster
Boys Cross Country attend meet in Wooster
December 11, 2023
Abbey moves out from the wooded area into a more open field. Since it is a sunnier day out, she sits under the shady part of the tree to cool down. She then continues to chew on the stick that she found in the forest.
Abbey’s autumn day
November 10, 2023
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Arianna Zapp

Arianna Zapp, Reporter

Arianna is a senior at Hudson High School. This is her first year writing for The Explorer. In her free time, she enjoys weight lifting, hiking and spending time with her friends. She is looking forward to being a part of the staff and writing for the paper. Arianna has a passion for politics and is excited to study law after high school.

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Mr. Zustin (with a fresh fade) and Arianna Zapp during second period sociology class.

Mr. Zustin on the importance of travel

Arianna Zapp, Reporter
December 8, 2022
The Smashing Pumpkins ATUM was released Tuesday, November 15th - and does not even hold a candle to their previous albums.

Review of The Smashing Pumpkins new album, Atum

Arianna Zapp, Reporter
November 21, 2022
The current process to select homecoming court and student government could be changed to better represent the student body.

Voting processes for Homecoming Court and Student President needs to change

Arianna Zapp, Reporter
November 21, 2022
Mrs. Laudato sits at her desk, ready to help students with any needs that may arise. Ludauto is known at Hudson High School as a caring and compassionate counselor who wants to make an impact.

Mrs. Laudato: Driven by compassion, empathy and kindness

Arianna Zapp, Reporter
October 19, 2022
Mr. Ulrich is a science teacher at Hudson High School with a background in nursing. Thanks to a college elective and a great mentor, he ended up in nursing and fell in love with it.

Mr. Ulrich shows how real world experiences strengthen a teacher

Arianna Zapp, Reporter
September 28, 2022
On August 30, Starbucks unveiled its long-awaited fall menu. The beverage menu includes the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte, the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and the Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato returned after its debut last fall.

Starbucks: Fall collection review

Arianna Zapp, Reporter
September 19, 2022
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