The home screen of "Fortnite: Battle Royale"

The fascination with “Fortnite”

Image Source   A new video game is taking the world by storm, and Spaulding High School appears to be caught in the “eye.” “Fortnite” is a pay-to-play platform that was first released in July of 2017. However, in early 2018, the game released a free-to-play option called “Battle Royale,” making it more accessible to all players. In “Battle Royale,” players work by themselves or … Continue reading The fascination with “Fortnite”

A phone screen showing different apps like Facebook and LinkedIn.

Wi-Fi for one, Wi-Fi for all

Image Source   Students and teachers at Spaulding High School have heard rumors of student Wi-Fi being available in the future. This subject has been discussed by many people–students and teachers alike. Samantha Mishkit, a science teacher here at school, thought of the idea of student Wi-Fi after an incident happened in her class disrupting the school Wi-Fi. “About a week ago, I got a … Continue reading Wi-Fi for one, Wi-Fi for all

Two senior students practice tennis, with one returning the serve.

Spring sports preview

Pictured above: Seniors Whitney Renaud (left) and Randi Dudley (right) participate in an early morning practice at First in Fitness on Monday. (Photo Credit: Kelsey Nolan)   Sportswriter: Kelsey Nolan Girls’ Lacrosse As the weekend of the first game nears, the girls’ lacrosse team is becoming more excited to move their play outside on their home field. Senior player and captain Megan MacIver (‘18) reflects … Continue reading Spring sports preview

Assistant Principal Jim Ferland sits comfortably in his office chair.

“O Captain! My Captain!”

Above: Assistant Principal Jim Ferland sits in his office after making a morning announcement to start the school day. (Photo Credit: Becca Clark-Blouin)   “Hello Spaulding, this is your Captain speaking!” Students at Spaulding High School recognize this unique morning greeting as one made by Assistant Principal Jim “The Captain” Ferland. It all started about two years ago when Ferland joined the staff of Spaulding … Continue reading “O Captain! My Captain!”

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“See it, Say it” spreads at Spaulding High School

Pictured above: iGen Citizenship sophomores Caelen Radigan (left), Jack Dodd (center), and Grace Hardaker (right) have a discussion during class. (Photo Credit: Tyler Chaffee)   In light of the recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida, one class at Spaulding High School decided to start the tide rolling with the new “See it, Say it” slogan that encourages students and staff to report situations about which … Continue reading “See it, Say it” spreads at Spaulding High School