 "I started middle school this year, and found it surprising how quickly I got used to it. I wondered if this was a result of not being in an elementary school since early 2020, or if I just adjusted quicker than I expected. It made me wonder how other 6th graders have adjusted." -- Isaiah kahn, 6th grade
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 "With the continued popularity of younger folks spending extended time on social media, the amount of young influencers have increased, giving Gen Z the walk of fame. Though it makes sense why fresher faces are stealing the spotlight through online platforms, is it a good thing?"--Lindsey Higgins, 8th grade  "The first concept for a student council started back in 350 BC when Plato gathered a group of young philosophers and started his Academy (The History of Student Councils, Uri Lafontant). " --Rosa Aurea, 10th grade
 "Manifestation wasn’t always so common, and was recently popularized via social medias like Tiktok and Instagram, but whether this a good or bad thing is still up to debate." --Phoebe Lefebvre
 After Covid kept so many of us from our families last year, it’s time to make this holiday season count. - Ayo Thomas, 11th grade
 "Are you looking for some books to read? Well look no further for you will find the book you want here"-- Ethan hajduk, 6th grade  Riverdale, among its many flaws, attempts to re-examine what we see as “normal” in media marketed to teens. Riverdale uses sex as a form of empowerment for 15 year olds, however, there’s no mention of safe sex practices, and an extreme voyeuristic narrative, both of which raise a few eyebrows - Phoebe Lefebvre
 How are Oakland students fairing, returning to school after a year of isolation? What guidance is OSA offering to students at this time? --Cb omand, 6 grade  Words like “depression,” “bipolar,” and “triggered” are heavy words that are thrown around like light phrases. But what is the actual definition of these words? --hazel phillips, 8th grade  Ever get board on summer break? well, never fear here are 5 ideas you could try out. - Zoe deetz 6th grade |
