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Mr. Mullins senior yearbook portrait (1985).

Throwback Thursday at Rochester Adams High School

Elise Delikat, Editor December 18, 2017

Since Rochester Adams High School first opened its doors in 1970, the tradition of excellence and proficiency has transcended greatly in the following years. Just this year, Adams has received countless...

Caroline Guglielmetti taking her dog on a walk in late November.

The Earth gets Heated

Caroline Guglielmetti, Staff Writer December 15, 2017

As hip-hop singer Nelly once said, “It’s gettin’ hot in here”. People, whether they live in the north, south, east, or west, can agree that the weather has been abnormally warm as temperatures...

Sherwood Forest Garden Center and Christmas store, workplace of Emma Brown.

Students Working Hard…Outside of School

Maddy Fluery, Editor In Chief December 15, 2017

For high school students on the verge of becoming adults and living on their own, securing an after school or weekend job is an excellent way to learn responsibility and get prepared for the future. Although...

A menorah on display in the Goodman household.

The Menorah is Lit

Caroline Guglielmetti, Staff Writer December 12, 2017

For many people, Christmas is the most exciting holiday of the year. For the Jewish community on the other hand, Hanukkah is celebrated between the days of December 12th through the 20th all over the world....

Riley Lilla taking her turn putting the star on top of the tree.

What Makes Christmas Unique?

Lexi Borraccio, Staff Writer December 12, 2017

Christmas only comes around once a year, and most people choose to make the most of every moment in this wonderful season. It’s a time for family and friends to get together and celebrate. Families celebrate...

DIY Holiday Gifts

DIY Holiday Gifts

Josie Wenzell, Editor November 30, 2017

Michael Zyrek entertains Haitian child in the village of Turpin.

Adams Students Go Global

Mikki Massura, Staff Writer November 30, 2017

With immunizations flowing through their bodies, suitcases full of food and cultural appropriate clothing, and hearts on their sleeves, 52 Rochester Adams students embarked on their biennial trip to a...

Kaylee crushing it on the slopes in Colorado for ski championships.

Skiing to First Place

Lexi Borraccio, Staff Writer November 30, 2017

Racing to top of the pack is Adam's own Kaylee Richardson. Richardson has qualified for the Junior Ski Olympics race for the past two years. She placed third in the Giant Slalom event in 2016 out of hundreds...

Nasiri holding some of her handcrafted bracelets.

Student Spotlight: Zena Nasiri

Josie Wenzell, Staff Writer November 16, 2017

School business isn't the only type of business in which Adams students succeed. While most students only focus on grades, sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities, freshman Zena Nasiri spends her...

The decision between an unhealthy and a healthy snack.

Students vs. Obesity

Samantha Moilanen, Staff Writer October 29, 2017

Many doctors say obesity is a critical underlying problem throughout high schools in America, but is it really an issue at Adams? Many highlanders are very health conscious, and monitor what they eat and...

Junior girls sport their hippie gear while tailgating at an Adams football game on September 22.

Frightfully Fun Fall Activities

Maddy Fleury, Editor October 29, 2017

When summer comes to a close and leaves start to change colors, high school students begin to rack their brains with everything they need to do to get ready for school. From school supply shopping, to...

Junior Caitlin Martens flashes another $5 for a school fee.

Seriously Spending Students

Madison Lucido, Staff Writer October 25, 2017

Where is all of our money going? It is finally fall, and the school year is in full swing. Some students are excited to be back, while others are anxious and anticipating what awaits them. Besides difficult...

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