Breaking News, Current Events, Investigative

The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: Updates on the Suffering of its People

Paula Forcado, 10th Grade The massive destruction and suffering that wreaked upon the Gaza Strip from late December 2008 to mid-January 2009 was not the result of an earthquake, the breaking of a dam, or a sudden flood. The causes were bullets, bombs, and rockets launched by soldiers in uniform. But this catastrophe wasn’t the result of a single incident; rather, it was the result … Continue reading The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: Updates on the Suffering of its People

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Current Events, Entertainment

Remembering Matthew Perry: The Profound Impact of His Death and the Emotional Toll on Fans, as well as, Honoring the Percussions of His Life and Work

Paula Forcado, 10th Grade Just a few weeks ago, the world was struck since the beloved actor Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit TV show “Friends,” passed away at the age of 54 and has left a deep void in the hearts of fans worldwide. Perry’s death has sent shockwaves through the entire world, leaving many grappling with … Continue reading Remembering Matthew Perry: The Profound Impact of His Death and the Emotional Toll on Fans, as well as, Honoring the Percussions of His Life and Work

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Featured, Health, Op-ed

Deciphering Drugs: Effects and Prevention.

By Anamari Dávila, 10th grade. Today, the use of drugs has been normalized in society and this is concerning. But most people are not informed about the potential effects and consequences of getting involved in drugs. In 2022, there was an estimate of 284 million individuals from ages between 15 and 64 that have been reported for the use of drugs. This number is extremely … Continue reading Deciphering Drugs: Effects and Prevention.

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Op-ed

The life of a councilman candidate

By Sergio A. Caval When one thinks about the political campaign of a councilman a few thoughts come to mind. Maybe it starts with debates, or with press releases you might think. Nothing further from the truth. In the following few paragraphs I will paint a picture for you kind reader, about the experience. I have first hand knowledge because this candidate happens to be … Continue reading The life of a councilman candidate

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Local News

The Treaty Between Jamaica and the Dominican Republic

Jhon Cando, 11th Grade Throughout time, the government of the Dominican Republic has relied on different methods and modules to sustain the country and benefit from it. It is mostly known for its main industries such as exportation, the production of textiles, tourism, and the mining of gold. With this also comes the benefiting factor of receiving imports from different relations and trading with countries … Continue reading The Treaty Between Jamaica and the Dominican Republic

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Academics, Op-ed

Dear US, Stop fighting a war without cause

Sofia Rojas 11th grade Since the early 2000s the United States has been a constant focus in international media. Its constant controversial policies and actions opened an enormous resistance movement against U.S. intervention. While America’s mistakes have been many. Single-handedly one of the biggest ones has the name of the “Global War on Terrorism”.  The U.S. and its allies invaded Iraq in an Operation called … Continue reading Dear US, Stop fighting a war without cause

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Academics, Featured, Op-ed

My Blue Key experience

By Camila Santana, 11th grade. On October 26th of 2023, the New Horizons debate team took on another challenge to add to its already vast repertoire. With a team made up of less than 25 students, we traveled all the way to Gainesville, Florida, to compete in the Bluekey tournament. The resolution, which is just another way we debaters use to say the topic, was: … Continue reading My Blue Key experience

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Academics, Op-ed

Why should the school have a better music program?

By Camille García, 11th grade. Artistic spaces are very important in any school. When talking about music programs, these have endless benefits for students, such as the development of motor skills, aiding emotional maturation and it represents a creative space in which students can find music as an inspiration. Music has a unique ability to promote self-expression. This makes it a potent tool for improving … Continue reading Why should the school have a better music program?

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Featured

A recap of the strikes of 2023

By Daniela Morales, 11th grade. For both business owners and employees in the United States, 2023 has been a chaotic year with many worker unions rising to protest for better working conditions among different fields. Despite the risks of striking, like permanently losing your job, not having a salary throughout the strike, losing social security benefits provided by the workplace, and not having guaranteed unemployment … Continue reading A recap of the strikes of 2023

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