Does your homework help you learn?
Amanda Mazzuchi, Editor
January 18, 2019
There is a difference between a teacher that falls back on habit, and those who stray from the norm. Teachers now are finding ways around the typical “we have always done it this way,” and instead are finding new approaches to homework. “Most of what homework is doing is driving kids away from lear...
Tear Gas at Tijuana
Jane Fisher, Staff Writer
January 17, 2019
Filed under News, Opinion, Showcase
The correct form of border control has been highly debated during Trump's presidency, and the United states has resorted to tear gassing protestors. On Sunday November 25th, a peaceful march at the border of Mexico turned into a violent scene when United States border protection agents began firi...
The Aromatherapy Advantage
Abby Stone, Editor
January 14, 2019
Filed under Opinion, Showcase, Uncategorized
The power of scent is much stronger than most people think. The smell of peppermint can make an individual feel more alert, lavender creates a feeling of relaxation, and lemon can increase one’s concentration. Essential oils are natural compounds extracted from plants, and they capture the plant’s ...
Is Pine Knob Ski Resort Worth Your Time?
Maverick Falconer, Staff Writer
January 9, 2019
Skiing and snowboarding are two of the most relaxing and enjoyable sports that Michigan winter has to offer. Adams High School students take full advantage of this pastime, and are seen skiing and snowboarding frequently at the most popular local ski resort, Pine Knob. The winter of 2018 has been ver...
Uncertainty shouldn’t stop young voters
Brianna Mckerracher, Staff Writer
December 13, 2018
The young voters of this generation have a very important role in today's government. They account for half of the voting community. This alone proves that the opinions of this country's youths are important enough to be stood up for. Every individual’s opinions and beliefs are important and should be voice...
Education Gone Digital
David Flowney, Staff Writer
December 3, 2018
Nowadays, teachers have resources galore. They are able to use materials teachers did not have thirty years ago. For example, present-day teachers can Google search a worksheet then print it out for their class, or find enriching activities with the tap of a finger. Teachers before the 2000s had to teach s...
How Well do Standardized Tests Measure a Student’s Ability?
Samantha Moilanen, Editor
November 30, 2018
Filed under Opinion, Showcase, Student Life
Do standardized tests accurately measure the extent of a students’ ability to perform in the core subjects? Should one test, such as the SAT, be the determining factor in deciding what a student is capable of? For some students at Adams, tests have never been a strong suit. Many students perform b...
MAN-i Pedi
Joe Riera, Staff Writer
November 26, 2018
Filed under Opinion, Showcase, Student Life
Most men cannot say they have ever gotten a pedicure before. Generally speaking, the idea of getting a pedicure has a rather feminine connotation. Beauty and cosmetic appearance is something that is stressed for females from a young age. However, this is not the case for most males. For some youn...
Global Warming: Community or Company
Jane Fisher, Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
In 2018, most people in the United States are made aware of the state of the environment. One outcome has been to limit the use of straws or plastic coffee cups; however, a bigger problem is that large franchises and other companies are dumping excess waste into the ocean and emitting greenhouse gasses....
Does Parental Pressure Play a Role in Career Choice?
Samantha Moilanen, Editor
November 7, 2018
Filed under Opinion, Showcase, Student Life
Should every high schooler have his/her whole life planned out by the time he/she turns eighteen? How involved should parents be in making these major life decisions? During the last few years of high school, students often face an enormous amount of pressure as they wrestle with major life decisio...
Bigger Is Not Always Better
Amanda Mazzuchi, Staff Writer
November 6, 2018
Increasing student achievement and lessening class size has been a topic up for debate for a long time. For many educators, it makes sense that if the class size is smaller, there is more one-on-one time between student and teacher. This one-on-one time could allow the students a better shot at achie...
All-Day, All-Year Schools
Amanda Mazzuchi, Staff Writer
November 6, 2018
Filed under Opinion, Showcase, Student Life
The discussion of year-round school is a big conversation point for many schools across America. The anticipation for summer is exciting for all students and teachers. However, a long summer can be damaging to a student’s education. Many schools in the United States have chosen to integrate year-...
There is a difference between a teacher that falls back on habit, and those who stray from the norm. Teachers now are finding ways around the typical “we h...
