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WGA strike ends Sunday after negotiations

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 25, 2023

Writers Guild of America (WGA) represented more than 11,000 screenwriters from May 2. To Sept.24. The strikes started in Los Angeles, CA, and spread across the nation to NYC. At the center of the strikes...

Sophomore Danna Munguia wearing her quinceanera dress during school spirit day.

Clemente, Hernandez and Munguia dress up for spirit day

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 21, 2023

There have been two spirit days. The first was a gear-up day where students were encouraged to wear something from a college that they were going to go to or dress up for their future careers. The second...

2024 Musical announced, award winning ‘Cats’

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 20, 2023

The 2024 musical was announced to be the award-winning Cats musical. The music is by Andrew Lloyd. The storyline is inspired by the 1938, poetry collection Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S....

Spirit days kick off with ‘gear up’ day

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 19, 2023

Spirit days will kick off with a day dedicated to college or future career apparel, Sept.20. The next spirit day, which will be the following day, is a quinceanera or cultural celebration. Students are...

JV football game against Orange County, Sept.13

JV football game against Orange County, Sept.13

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 14, 2023

The Blue Streak junior varsity (JV) football team played against Orange County’s team Sept.13 at 6 p.m. The Blue streaks lost 18-0. Sophomore cheerleader, Jenifer Taylor was optimistic through out...

Homecoming theme  announced through SCA social media

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 14, 2023

HHS will have one last homecoming before the new school is opened. The last homecoming theme for HHS as one school was announced through the Student Council Association (SCA’s) social media account....

Debate and forensics team first meeting, Sept.13

Debate and forensics team first meeting, Sept.13

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 13, 2023

The debate and forensics team had their first meeting today after school from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. The meeting was an introduction to the competition season, which is called The Shenandoah Valley Forensics...

Coco Gauff wins Grand Slam title at the U.S open, Saturday

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 12, 2023

Screams erupted from the bleachers, where 19 year old Coco Gauff’s mother was sitting.  Gauff just earned three million dollars after winning the 2023 U.S open. Gauff is the youngest American to...

Sophomores share opinions on picture day 

Sophomores share opinions on picture day 

Jireh Perez and Jumana Alsaadoon September 8, 2023

Picture day is being done a little differently this year, instead of all of the grades taking their school picture on one day, each grade has a date.  Freshman took their pictures Tuesday of this week,...

Musical countdown reveal begins today

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 7, 2023

Countdown to musical reveal begins today. The HHS stage streaks account posted their first video leading to the reveal of the musical this year. The account announced the first clue which would be given...

September marks national suicide prevention and awareness month

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor September 6, 2023

Across the U.S., survivors, organizations, and mental health advocates are promoting suicide prevention and awareness month. National suicide prevention week is next Monday through Sunday.  29.0% of...

Drought warning stage issued by Harrisonburg

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor August 31, 2023

Harrisonburg city is currently in a drought warning stage. The city is asking for community members to take voluntary steps to conserve water. 100% of Harrisonburg is categorized under the D1 category...

27th African-American festival coming to Ralph Sampson Park

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor August 30, 2023

The African-American festival is being held in Harrisonburg this year. The festival will be held Sep.9 from 12-6 p.m at Ralph Sampson Park. The festival will have entertainment, activities and food. Activities...

Funding for mental health care awarded to Virginia

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor August 28, 2023

 “Every Virginian deserves access to high-quality, affordable mental health care,” wrote senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine in a press release.  “The last few years have underscored the importance...

Graphic designer and co-founder of Earth Surprise Murals, Matt Leech paints a mural on the side of the Explore More Discovery Museum. Photo courtesy of Matt Leech

The Man: Leech creates mural, graphics for downtown Harrisonburg

Jumana Alsaadoon and Clare Kirwan August 21, 2023

The art scene has taken Harrisonburg by storm in the past 15 years, according to Jenny Burden, the director of the Arts Council of the Valley. As part of its 2040 strategic plan, they asked Harrisonburg...

Purchase a yearbook at its lowest price

Purchase a yearbook at it’s lowest price

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor August 21, 2023

The HHS 2024 yearbook is currently at it's lowest price. This yearbook is the last yearbook before the splitting of the schools. For a lot of students this could mean splitting from your friends, classmates...

School picture information

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor August 21, 2023

This year school photos will be done by grade. Each grade has a scheduled day to come and take pictures. Students will need to make sure that they are present in school the day their grade is scheduled...

PLACE HOLDER LIVE

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor August 12, 2023

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Graphic design congratulating the graduating seniors.

Class of 2023 senior wills

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor June 11, 2023

Senior wills for the 2022-2023 year, in alphabetical order by last name. A I, Julieanne Alvarado being of calm mind and strong body, do hereby bequeath the following items: To the French 3 class I...

Memorial near the football field for 17-year-old Calour Fields, who died because of gun violence.

The impact of gun violence on a community

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor June 9, 2023

  Seniors and siblings, Jayla Walker and Jayden Walker helped set up a march along with other BSU students. Senior Jayla Walker spoke on the effect of gun violence on her, and her community. ...

Students created an anti gun violence poster that hangs in the cafeteria.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: We want change

May 26, 2023

Students created an anti gun violence poster that hangs in the cafeteria.

All the students who got certificates stood on the podium while parents and teachers took pictures of them.

Celebration held for HHS English Learners, May 25

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor May 26, 2023

Thursday May 25, 2023 at 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. the HHS English Learners (EL) were recognized for their hard work throughout the year. English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers recognized students in...

AP Princeton review books students used to prepare for the AP testing in May.

AP students share their experience of handling college-level courses

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor May 24, 2023

The Advanced Placement (AP) program was launched in 1952 for high school students. The goal was to give students an accelerated level of learning and a grade point average (GPA) boost. With that accelerated...

A digital design of a family breaking their fast with many traditional food, one of them being dates.

Ramadan comes to end, observers reflect on fasting this year

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor April 19, 2023

One month out of every year, practicing Muslims fast from food and water, dawn to dusk. This normally lasts 12 to 18 hours, depending where they are located. Twice a day, before dawn and after sunset,...

Junior Cindy Liu practices in the obeo section while Northwestern University Director of Bands, Dr. Mallory Thompson led the practice.

Liu represents Virginia and HHS at National Honor Band of America

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor April 3, 2023

  Last Sunday junior Cindy Liu performed for the Music for All National Festival at Butler University alongside representatives from different states. Liu represented HHS and Virginia in the...

Seniors Grace Toto, Kai Blosser, sophomore Acelya Madden and freshman Husna Sharhabeel dance hip hop and afro styled dance for the Black Student Union talent show, March 3.

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Seniors Grace Toto, Kai Blosser, sophomore Acelya Madden and freshman Husna Sharhabeel dance hip hop and afro styled dance for the Black Student Union talent show, March 3.

The Skyline step team holding their phones with flash while Nina Alabanza sings killing you softly by Fugees.

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The Skyline step team holding their phones with flash while Nina Alabanza sings "killing you softly" by Fugees.

Senior Nina Alabanza sings Killing Me Softly With His Song, by Fugees. This was Alabanzas last time on stage performing at HHS.

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Senior Nina Alabanza sings "Killing Me Softly With His Song," by Fugees. This was Alabanza's last time on stage performing at HHS.

BSU alumni, Esther sings Diamonds by Rihanna.

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BSU alumni, Esther sings "Diamonds" by Rihanna.

Black Student Union (BSU) members walk on stage to receive recognition for their work in organizing and performing at the BSU talent show, March 3.

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Black Student Union (BSU) members walk on stage to receive recognition for their work in organizing and performing at the BSU talent show, March 3.

BSU alumni, Esther, sings Diamonds by Rihanna for the Black Student Union talent show, March 3.

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BSU alumni, Esther, sings "Diamonds" by Rihanna for the Black Student Union talent show, March 3.

Freshman Leyara Hall, freshman Linda Hamilton Valdez perform their dance for the talent show.

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Freshman Leyara Hall, freshman Linda Hamilton Valdez perform their dance for the talent show.

Freshmen Leyara Hall and Linda Hamilton Valdez perform their dance for the Black Student Union Talent Show, March 3.

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Freshmen Leyara Hall and Linda Hamilton Valdez perform their dance for the Black Student Union Talent Show, March 3.

Senior Nina Alabanza sings a famous song by the Fugees for the Black Student Union talent show, March 3.

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Senior Nina Alabanza sings a famous song by the Fugees for the Black Student Union talent show, March 3.

Senior Eldana Teklemariam made a picture collage of black hair. There were pictures of cornrows, afros and dreadlocks among many other hair styles.

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Senior Eldana Teklemariam made a picture collage of black hair. There were pictures of cornrows, afros and dreadlocks among many other hair styles.

BSU students and volunteering staff help run the ticket station.

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BSU students and volunteering staff help run the ticket station.

The Skyline Step Team performs their piece at the Black Student Union Talent Show, March 3. Step Dancing or stepping is a African-American energetic dance style.

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The Skyline Step Team performs their piece at the Black Student Union Talent Show, March 3. Step Dancing or stepping is a African-American energetic dance style.

The Skyline step team coach, Anita Adjetey guides the dancers through the choreography.

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The Skyline step team coach, Anita Adjetey guides the dancers through the choreography.

The Skyline Step Team gets the Crowd Pleaser award. The Crowd Pleaser is an award given to an act that the crowd believes gave the most energy.

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The Skyline Step Team gets the Crowd Pleaser award. The Crowd Pleaser is an award given to an act that the crowd believes gave the most energy.

While judges were counting points for each act, the talents gave some last words to the audience.

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While judges were counting points for each act, the talents gave some last words to the audience.

George Mason staff and students stand next to a Syrian flag and a Turkish flag during a moment of silence in the candle vigil.

Earthquake in Syria worsens already terrible conditions for Syrians

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor February 20, 2023

“My cousin died in the crossfire of an airstrike in Syria a couple years ago. My aunt is still living in Syria. She’s tired. She’s tired of seeing her family and Syrians dying constantly,”...

English teacher Emilee Hussack sits by a student to provide one-on-one feedback.

Teachers speak out against nationwide teacher shortage

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor February 16, 2023

“Right now [my planning is] at night after my daughter goes to sleep. Instead of relaxing, I am now planning,” English teacher Emilee Hussack said.  Most of the time teachers have a planning block...

Whats all the beef about?

What’s all the beef about?

Dr. Hensley speaks to impact of physical violence between students on administration, student body, learning environment Dr. Melissa Hensley has been a school administrator for 18 years and a principal...

The protester was spotted in the morning  and in the afternoon, after the day of the student walk out at HHS. The sign wrote Drag worshiping, Marxist child corrupting,  Perversion.

ADF attorney speaks about lawsuit against HCPS after walk out

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor January 25, 2023

"Protecting parents rights," Lawsuit continues to gain attention after student walkout Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) is a legal organization. ADF defines itself as “the world's largest legal...

Deloney advocates against the world cup being held in Qatar.

Deloney advocates against the world cup being held in Qatar.

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor January 3, 2023

12 years ago, the president of the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), Sepp Blatter went up on a podium to announce the winner of the FIFA bidding win. He brought out a white...

In Quinceañeras a father or a close relative changes the girls flat shoe to heel. This signals the girl turning into a young woman.

Alvarado recalls special moments in her Quinceañera

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor January 3, 2023

Sophmore Kayli Alvarado dances with a large picture of her grandfather. (Photo curtsey of Kayli Alvarado )In Spanish, quinceañera means 15 years old. Like the name insinuates, quinceaneras are the...

Superintendent, Dr. Michael G. Richards and principal, Dr. Melissa M. Hensley taking a picture with graduate Sheury Ortiz Pacheco.

Late graduation held for ten students of the 2022 class

Jumana Alsaadoon, Online Managing Editor August 30, 2022

Graduation is always held for seniors earning their diplomas on time in early June. After graduation, students go back home with a diploma and a fresh start to their adult life. However, for some students,...

Claire Leeper, brings out the new costumes for the colour guard members. The costumes are inspired by painters.

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Claire Leeper, brings out the new costumes for the colour guard members. The costumes are inspired by painters.

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