"Winter is a time for glowing trees, crispy latkes, and burning candles. But did you know that for some people, it’s a time for commanding logs to defecate, beard-growing competitions, and eating KFC? From Hans Trapp the cannibal, to roller skating over to morning mass, dive into this article for wacky holiday traditions from around the world." -- Maia Cavagnolo, 7th Grade

"many people enjoy the holidays because of how 'jolly' they are, but, some of the stories about the holidays aren't as jolly."  -- DOmino Howlett-cragg, 6th grade

"The gift of creation is given to almost everyone, some use it to make beautiful, inventive things to brighten our future. I am going to misuse the gift of creation."--poppy zaiger 8th grade 

“LOTS OF PEOPLE WANT TO DRESS UP THEIR PETS, BUT AS WHAT? SOME ARE PERFECT FOR HALLOWEEN, OTHERS CAN BE USED FOR EVERYDAY ACTIVITIES, BUT WHAT SHOULD YOU DRESS YOUR PET UP AS?” — LOGAN BERGMARK 6TH GRADE​

"Pit bulls might be the most popular dog breed in Oakland, but where did they come from? Why are there so many? How did they get such a bad reputation?"--Lilah Aparton, 6th grade

"As fast fashion becomes a more everyday part of life, it has a long history and a big impact on earth" -SImon Grembek, ninth grade

"Fortnite is a 100 player battle royale made by Epic Games in 2017. Since then it’s maintained tens of millions of players and is one of the highest grossing games of all time. Diving into it may seem daunting, but have no fear, this article has you covered. This article will go through the basics of playing, dominating, and mastering Fortnite: Battle Royale. " - Santiago jaeger-Tovar, 9th grade

"When the leaves begin to crisp and fall to the ground, and flocks of birds migrate overhead, fall has arrived. " -- Jif Dillemuth, 11th Grade

"The Sims franchise is the 4th most popular video game in the world, but do you know its origins? Well, it all started with the 1991 Oakland firestorm. " --Lilah Aparton, Sixth Grade

"Have you ever been wandering amongst the rickety metal shelves of your local Goodwill, seen a strange item of pottery, and thought, “is that an urn?” I certainly have." -- Callie Frederick, 8th Grade