Features – Page 3

Senior Sophia Mittman becomes the MIT Woman

April 12, 2018

“I didn’t even think that I was going to get in. I actually considered pulling my application.” Nevertheless, CAHS senior Sophia Mittman was accepted into her dream school: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Mittman is heavily involved in her community...

In the New Boat: Senior Carlie Stipe on Rowing and Berkeley

Emily Farren, Reporter

March 20, 2018

Senior Carlie Stipe has achieved some of her wildest dreams. “All the hard work that I've done this last year has paid off. I'm in the top ranks of rowing now; I stroke the top boats, which is one of the hardest positions in rowing. I got into my dream school.” Stipe was accepted into UC Berkeley early. O...

Weekly Roundup 3/12-3/16

Adelae Norwood, News Editor

March 19, 2018

Monday from Aubrey Gehman Middle school science teacher Robert Crosland allegedly fed a sick and deformed live puppy to a snapping turtle belonging to the school in front of his students. He has a track record of feeding guinea pigs to exotic snakes and snapping turtles during class. Read more here...

Senior Gabby Smith on Balance and University of Chicago

Adelae Norwood, News Editor

March 16, 2018

“Don’t overextend yourself in any one aspect of your life,” senior Gabby Smith said. Smith’s high school experience has been well-rounded, to say the least. She is currently a member of ASB, National Honor Society (NHS) and the Varsity Softball team. Smith strongly believes that “having ...

Editing, Films, Discussions: Coming into focus on Audio Visual Club

Lauren Rowe, Reporter

March 14, 2018

For students at CAHS, clubs are a big part of campus culture. While there are bigger clubs such as FCA and PAVE, there are also a majority of smaller clubs that showcase more specialized interests and passions. One of these clubs is Audio Visual Club. Founded by sophomore Ryan Krippner, Audio Vi...

Junior State of America proposes mental health policy after shootings

Madeleine Tseng, Reporter

March 12, 2018

“Not many teens realize that they can make a positive change in their community, and even in statewide legislation. So I wanted to start this club to bring awareness to different issues ... discuss political and social issues with everyone and ... bring what is most relevant to our generation to those...

Project 7 Club provides intimate Bible study for students

Alison Whitley and Julia Clark

March 1, 2018

P7, or Project 7, is an interactive Bible club with a focus to grow people's personal relationships with the lord. It is a smaller group than most other religious groups on campus, allowing for a one-on-one experience with God and more intimate relationship with fellow members. Freshman Averie Sa...

The Makings of History Club

Madeleine Tseng and Alison Whitley

February 20, 2018

“Many people don’t realize that bringing [an issue] to light ... and observing how some things can cause another [is] a huge theme throughout history ... People can apply that to real life,” sophomore and member of History Club Matthew Tillyer said. History Club is an open forum for CAHS student...

An Introduction to Our School Counselors

Dylan Stuflick, Reporter

February 2, 2018

Not many people realize all of the work that CAHS academic counselors do to ensure the success of the students here. From sending transcripts out to colleges to putting together our AP tests, Karen Withem and Natalie Mauhili help close the gap between students and their future colleges. Long before...

Be There Or Be Cube: Rubik’s Cube Club

Madeleine Tseng, Alison Whitley, and Julia Clark

January 10, 2018

“The Rubik’s cube team has been around since I was a freshman, maybe even before that. I made it official,” president and junior Timothy Chang said. “I wanted to get rid of a bunch of stereotypes that were floating around nowadays, [with] people saying, ‘Oh, to solve the Rubik’s cube you...

There’s a Place for Everyone in No Place For Hate

Lauren Brazele, Reporter

December 15, 2017

No Place For Hate is a club dedicated to providing a safe space for students. The club hopes to unite students of different backgrounds and spread the message of acceptance. Members of the club meet at lunch in Mr. Christian Sheffield’s room every Thursday. Some decided to join No Place For Hate becau...

On the Spot: An Insider’s View of Improv Club

Adelae Norwood, News Editor

December 13, 2017

“Honestly, improv is whatever you want it to be, so don’t be nervous to just do whatever feels right for you,” freshman Lindsey Rappaport said. Among other things, Improv club is an acting avenue and community. It takes place on Thursdays at lunch in the Mr. Spencer Farmer’s room, drawing a dive...

Opinion

I Am Sick Of This Whole Straw Thing

Brigid Ambuul, Content Editor

May 22, 2019

When a young Milo Cress launched his 2011 “Be Straw Free” campaign and sparked a movement to cut down the United States’ plastic consumption, I don’t...