Literature for the Modern Teen
Recently, my mom and I have noticed that young people aren’t reading as much. One could blame a variety of causes, such as social media shortening young people’s attention spans […]
Category Archives: Authors
Hannah Barrett
Hello! My name is Hannah Barrett, and I’m currently a sophomore at Hamden High School. Life at HHS is always super fun—whether it’s performing routines with the color guard in […]
Lily Sacco
I am a 9th-grade student at Hamden High School. I am a member of the Marching Band and I write for the Dial School Newspaper. I play the flute and […]
16th Century Teenagers: School Life
Image link: https://cdn.britannica.com/84/148984-004-40E2EAFF.jpg Cited sources: https://localhistories.org/life-in-the-16th-century/ Vengeance and compulsion arose in the minds of many during the 16th century, as society at the time displayed traits distinctly peculiar to communism. […]
Why You Should Become a Vegan
Imagine a world where every bite you take contributes to a healthier planet, enhances your longevity, and aligns with your values. While this may sound idealistic, it’s becoming increasingly attainable […]
16th Century Teenagers: Eleanor
By Kenya Harris Eleanor stood at the doorstep of the merchant’s grand stone house, the weight of unfamiliar expectations settling heavily upon her. She couldn’t understand why her parents had […]
Picnic
By Samir Abedin The Mainstage Ensemble’s first play of the year is coming this Friday! Opening night is this Friday (11/15), and all students can get tickets at the door […]
Connecticut Isn’t That Bad, Right?
Connecticut: the fifth state to be admitted to the United States, one of the oldest areas in the country, home to beautiful historical homes, Sikorsky, amazing pizza, lots of history […]
Rutu at Hamden
Hamden High School is a remarkably diverse community, populated with members from almost every part of the globe. This is one of the school’s most important and powerful assets; also, […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to College Applications for High School Seniors
By: Shanneah Havana The college application process can be overwhelming, especially for students whose families haven’t navigated it before. With tasks like writing essays, gathering recommendation letters, and meeting deadlines, […]
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