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Avanthika Sinha reading her assigned novel while using Sparknotes.

Studying or Cheating?

Samantha Moilanen, Staff Writer January 18, 2018

One of the most conflicting topics in schools is whether using online resources to help students find information about novels is actually considered cheating. Many students love to indulge in using sources...

A smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a perfect option to boost energy in the morning.

How To Be the Early Bird

Abby Stone, Staff Writer January 17, 2018

Waking up in the morning: the first thing everyone accomplishes on a daily basis and sometimes the hardest thing to overcome. Getting up on the right side of the bed is an essential kickstart to a productive,...

Disney has officially released Star Wars: The Last Jedi, but it’s release did not come without criticism… especially amongst the fans.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Spoiler Review

Connor Laubach, Staff Writer January 17, 2018

After two long years of the Star Wars fan base waiting for the sequel to The Force Awakens, the second movie in the trilogy finally dropped on December 14, 2017. The movie instantly hit records in the...

Michigan Played in the Outback Bowl against South Carolina.

Bowl Games Love ’em, Hate ’em?

Nathan Feidner, Staff Writer January 17, 2018

Are there too many college football bowl games? Many people would agree that there are multiple pointless bowl games, and that they are a lame attempt for schools and T.V. stations to get more money. As...

2018 is the year of the earth dog according to the Chinese zodiac.

2018: The Year of the Dog

Grace Ryba, Editor-in-Chief January 17, 2018

The turn of a new year opens up exciting opportunities, fresh starts, and intriguing changes. Among these is a new Chinese zodiac animal sign for 2018, which this year is the year of the earth dog. The...

Students walking down to Van Hoosen after school.

Temperatures Dropping Like Snowflakes

Sophia Tecson, Staff Writer January 11, 2018

The new year brought deep freeze temperatures, which are not exactly new to Michigan. As a bomb cyclone welcomed Eastern America into 2018, Michigan felt the effect too. Although cold weather is nothing...

Students admiring the artwork of the Reflections gallery.

Reflecting on Reflections

Sydney Ostrander, Staff Writer January 11, 2018

What's better than being in a room filled with wonderful student projects and some yummy refreshments? Reflections is a contest held by the National Parent Teacher Association, also known as the PTA, to...

Brina Golubovic picking up trash outside of Adams High School.

What can Students do to Help?

Lexi Borraccio, Staff Writer January 11, 2018

With such busy schedules, most students may not be able to partake in helping the community. Small things like picking up the trash outside or recycling used bottles is easy to do. At Adams High School,...

Studying for exams can result in stress, especially when students are disorganized.

Brain Drain? The Academic Grind at Adams Never Stops

Josie Wenzell, Editor January 10, 2018

Powerpoints, reading, listening, lecturing. High school students perish from working long exhausting days. Some classes are more draining than others and the harder classes take a mental toll on the student’s...

Elise Delikat (junior) “grading” teacher Mrs. Jean Bollinger.

Students Grading Teachers: A+ to D-

Madison Lucido, Staff Writer January 8, 2018

It is January and the first semester is coming to a close. For Highlanders, with report cards soon being sent out, getting assignments in and grades up is a huge focus. All students can think about is...

Austin Ursuy boxes out his opponent from Utica High School.

The Highlanders Basketball Season Starts Off on a New Foot

Brianna McKerracher, Staff Writer December 20, 2017

After finishing last year’s season with a final record of 0-21, the Rochester Adams boys varsity basketball team had a lot riding on their first game this year. On Tuesday, December 5,  Adams went to...

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