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Mounds View High School's student news site.

The Viewer

Mounds View High School's student news site.

The Viewer

Mounds View High School's student news site.

The Viewer

PC Principal introduces himself to South Park Elementary.

[OPINION] Check your privilege, bro!

The “check your privilege” saying has been part of mainstream discourse since at least 2013, but more than a decade later, the issues surrounding the discussion remain unresolved.
Maya Gjelhaug, Print Editor-in-Chief January 19, 2024

In 2015, South Park introduced their infamous PC Principal, recognizable for his catchphrase, "Check your privilege, bro!" Portrayed as an overzealous, white, Oakley-rocking frat bro, PC Principal aggressively...

[OPINION] The disappearance of architectural beauty

[OPINION] The disappearance of architectural beauty

Modernization is stripping away the unique identities of communities.
Lale Akkin, Spread Editor December 18, 2023

After World War II, the influx of returning veterans and the initiation of veteran-support programs, such as the GI Bill, led to an exponential increase in the demand for housing. In an attempt to increase...

Dennis Prager, conservative talk show host and founder of PragerU

[OPINION] PragerU does not belong in schools

Florida's recent approval of PragerU educational materials for schools sets a dangerous precedent of misinformation in schools
Maya Gjelhaug, Print Editor-in-Chief December 14, 2023

Contrary to what the name suggests, PragerU is not a university, but rather a right-wing, borderline conspiratorial media outlet. Founded by conservative talk show host and writer Dennis Prager, PragerU...

Zariyah Howell

[OPINION] My experience moving to Mounds View as a person of color

Zariyah Howell, Online Editor December 5, 2023

As a Black student at Mounds View, I have come to terms with the reality of attending a predominantly white school. While Mounds View promotes diversity and inclusion, I feel there is a need for more empathy...

[OPINION] Universal school vouchers don’t give universal opportunity

[OPINION] Universal school vouchers don’t give universal opportunity

Private school vouchers aim to aid all students, but in reality, they help only some.
Vincent Meyer, Spread Editor and Online Managing Editor November 13, 2023

In recent years, universal private school vouchers have become increasingly popular in the United States. Vouchers work by providing students who choose to attend a private school with state money to help...

[DEBATE] Should legacy admissions still exist?

[DEBATE] Should legacy admissions still exist?

An exploration of the debate surrounding legacy admissions following the downfall of affirmative action.
Maya Gjelhaug and Sidharth Sharma November 13, 2023

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[OPINION] Why Amber Alerts are ineffective

Lale Baylar, Opinions Editor November 4, 2023

We receive a variety of alerts through our devices, one being the “America's Missing: Broadcast Emergency Response” Alert, commonly known as the Amber Alert. It is a notification system warning us...

[OPINION] The case against self-diagnosis

[OPINION] The case against self-diagnosis

Cases of self-diagnosis are increasing in the U.S., which may have disastrous consequences
Elijah Easton, Opinions Editor November 2, 2023

When experiencing symptoms, people often search for the causes of these symptoms online. However, the internet is rarely an accurate source of medical advice.  In 2015, a study by the National...

[DEBATE] Should there be an age limit to run for office?

[DEBATE] Should there be an age limit to run for office?

An exploration of the debate surrounding maximum age limits for elected officials.
Elijah Mattfield and Tonie Torboh October 20, 2023

Christina Lang-Deetz

[OPINION] Social media aesthetics fail to recognize influencing cultures

Christina Lang-Deetz, Staff Reporter October 18, 2023

Aesthetics have always existed throughout fashion and, in recent years, have been fun trends for others to follow. The term aesthetics is defined as an overall mood that a person is trying to conform to,...

Nikhil Kulangaroth

[OPINION] Stop watching college reaction videos

Nikhil Kulangaroth, Online Managing Copy Editor October 1, 2023

After working furiously on my college applications one night, I decided to take a break and watch some YouTube videos. A particular video caught my eye. The title read “college decision reactions!!!...

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