[OPINION] New Voices Passes in MN… finally
Around the country, student journalists have exposed corruption, scandals and injustices in their community that would have otherwise gone unnoticed.
Tyler Quattrin, Print Editor-in-Chief and Features Editor
• June 3, 2024
[OPINION] Maybe we shouldn’t be “preparing kids for the real world”
Schools need to replace outdated letter-grading systems with real constructive feedback.
Maya Gjelhaug, Print Editor-in-Chief
• May 30, 2024
[OPINION] Tradwife trends exclude women of color
Sinim Dhuguma, Online Editor-in-Chief
• April 24, 2024
[OPINION] If you want him to, just ask
Isabel Li, Print Editor-in-Chief
• April 21, 2024
[OPINION] Public speaking should be mandatory
Isabella Kunc, Print Managing Copy Editor and Cover Editor
• April 4, 2024
[OPINION] Happiness is not a cabin in the woods
As Christopher McCandless puts it, "Happiness only real when shared."
Maya Gjelhaug, Print Editor-in-Chief
• March 27, 2024
[OPINION] Red dye 40: toxic or tame?
Red dye 40 has taken the internet by storm, with news outlets claiming it causes widespread behavioral disorders in children. However, the media has exaggerated these effects to a nonfactual level.
Lale Baylar, Opinions Editor
• March 16, 2024
[OPINION] Going to college is still worth it
Social media devalues the importance of college. Yet, influencers never mention the hardships that people will face without a college degree.
Gloria Liu, Managing Design Editor and Spread Editor
• March 1, 2024
[OPINION] Don’t blame teachers unions for our failing education system
Many point to teachers unions as the cause of many problems plaguing the modern education system. However, their blame is misplaced — these unions do more good than evil.
Elijah Easton, Opinions Editor
• February 22, 2024
[OPINION] Our toxic relationship with productivity
Rather than aimlessly accomplishing tasks for instant gratification, the goal should be to partake in an opportunity that deepens your understanding and appreciation of said experience.
Lale Baylar, Opinions Editor
• February 20, 2024
[DEBATE] Should advanced classes be eliminated?
Along with a growing number of U.S. schools, the Mounds View district has began cutting advanced classes at the elementary, middle and high schools. In this piece, we debate the pros and cons of this decision.
Maya Gjelhaug and Justin Shao
• January 24, 2024
[OPINION] TikTok is killing music
The music that achieves popularity on TikTok has become over-reliant on gimmicks, incorporating online vernacular in some half-hearted attempt to connect with the masses.
William Overbo, Staff Reporter
• January 21, 2024
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