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Hudson students jump to the music with their foam glow sticks at the 2023 Winter Formal Dance.

Winter Formal survey results reveal clash between student and administrator views

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief January 29, 2024

It’s been a month and a half since Journalism and Yearbook hosted the school’s Winter Formal. After the event, a survey was distributed to students to learn their overall opinion of the dance. To many...

Preschool and Kindergarten students of McDowell Early Learning listen to Vocal Impact perform songs such as “I Saw Three Ships” and other holiday classics. Used with permission/Jacob Moore.

Vocal Impact tours elementary schools and introduces music to younger students

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief December 19, 2023

For the past five years, Hudson High’s Vocal Impact has toured the elementary schools during one of the final days before break. This past Friday, Vocal Impact visited the schools to perform their holiday...

8th grader Zizi Moore, Junior Hanna Moore and Senior Ava Tallat-Kelpsa stand with St. Nicholas and Krampus on the second day of the Christkindlmarkt. Used with permission/Mike Piper of The Miracle League of Lake County.

Hudson hosts 5th annual Christkindlmarkt

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief December 11, 2023

From December 8th to 10th, the Hudson-Landsberg Sister City put on the 5th annual Christkindlmarkt in downtown Hudson.  “The Hudson-Landsberg Sister City is a non-profit organization where you can...

Journalism 1 Seniors Aidan Lawrence and Gavin Mertes set up holiday lights in the hallway leading to the auxiliary gym.

Journalism and Yearbook classes plan and set up for the Winter Formal Dance

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief December 7, 2023

For over a month, the Yearbook and Journalism classes had planned everything from the DJ to the decorations for this year’s Winter Formal. Here are some of the highlights from the planning and setup...

“Drop the Beat Productions is a full-service DJ, photo booth, and special event production provider based out of Greater Cleveland. We specialize in school dances and events, corporate events, fundraisers, weddings, and more!” Used with permission/Gus Ruggiero.

Drop the Beat Productions returns as DJ for Winter Formal

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief November 30, 2023

For this year’s school dances, Drop the Beat Productions has taken over as the DJ, replacing DJ Smoov.  Drop the Beat Productions premiered at Hudson High during Homecoming last September and will...

Trey Sharp describes his mom as his “best friend in life, someone I could tell anything to.” This photo was taken when Sharp was around two years old. Used with permission/Trey Sharp.

Taking the final step: Trey Sharp’s story of football and overcoming challenges

Kai Kurokawa, Reporter November 28, 2023

One more step. Senior wide receiver Trey Sharp lines up on the line of scrimmage with four minutes to go in the game, Hudson down 17 - 21. A touchdown would give Hudson all the momentum they need to seal...

McDonald's hot chocolate could use some work, but had a practical cup for those hoping to have hot chocolate "on the go."

Hudson Hot Chocolates Vol. Two

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa and Greta Knipe November 17, 2023

Last year, we scouted for the best hot chocolate in Hudson by taste-testing beverages at Panera, Perkins, Yours Truly, Starbucks and Open Door. We both thought the hot chocolates from Perkins and Yours...

The band standing in front of their inspiration, the Jefferson Diner. From left to right, the teachers are Mr. McGowan, Mr. Carmichael, Mr. Mangol and Mr. Chorian.

The story behind Jefferson Diner

Emily Stevens, Reporter November 16, 2023

The Social Studies department’s biggest hit: Jefferson Diner. The group was created by Mr. McGowan, Mr. Carmichael, Mr. Mangol and Mr. Chiorian. "Jefferson Diner began as a joke," Mr. Carmichael...

The 2022-2023 H2BE AM class takes a group picture during their last day at Laurel Highlands. This is to remind the class of how far they have come on this five-day and four-night backpacking trip. This backpacking trip takes place in the spring and has students hiking 30 miles. Used with permission/Twitter/H2BE_hudson.

The trials and triumphs of backpacking in H2BE

Renna Eimer, Copy Editor November 6, 2023

Six years ago, Sue Conroy and Jessica Stiffler were hiking together when they came up with the miraculous idea of H2BE. H2BE is a crossover course made of Honors Biology and Honors English 9. Conroy teaches...

The friendly smiles of Seniors Charlie Ross and Avery Travis greet each donor who comes to the blood drive. The co-presidents of Student Government sign donors in and make sure they feel comfortable throughout the entire process of giving blood.

Hudson High hosts first blood drive of the year

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief October 27, 2023

For over 25 years, Hudson High has hosted blood drives to support the American Red Cross. Last Wednesday, HHS held its first blood drive of the year.  This HHS blood drive had the most sign-ups since...

Marching band members cheer to "Where is the Party?" after they're encouraged by Hudson's Student Section at a football game against North Canton Hoover. Used with permission/Loud is Good Facebook.

Music Notes: All about Hudson’s Swing Marching Band

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Editor-in-Chief October 11, 2023

For most Hudson students, Friday nights during the first weeks of school are for cheering on the football team at football games in the Student Section. But for 130 Hudson High students, Friday nights...

Studies from The Trevor Project show that more education and tolerance need to be taught within our schools.

Queer education is needed in Hudson Schools

Tobias Banozic, Reporter September 26, 2023

Anti-queer legislation has been on the rise, and it is still rising, even more for anti-transgender bills. There have been 566 bills introduced in the US, 368 are still active and 8 are active in Ohio,...

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