Better education at a lower price?

What if I told you that you could possibly go to one of the best colleges in the the country, free of cost? America’s most prestigious colleges and universities are giving free tuition to admitted students ...

Thinning the paint: Is the future of art at stake?

High school students are missing a fundamental building block in their education at public schools: the arts. When you picture high school, you typically see athletes running plays, school dances, and ...

Passing the Torch: Learn to be comfortable doing things on your own

Passing the Torch By Alana Burke Being selected the 2018 class valedictorian is a tremendous honor.

Ben Carson students have amazing experience at MSU

On April 19th, 2018,  Benjamin Carson High School students went to Michigan State for a tour.

CVS partners with Detroit schools to raise awareness on prescription drug abuse

CVS Pharmacy is partnering with schools in Detroit to raise awareness on prescription drug abuse. â€œOne choice changes everything” is a presentation with pharmacists who talk about the dangers ...

Songwriting and composition classes should be offered

Schools pride themselves on allowing students to “be themselves.” Vocal, band, dance, piano, orchestra, visual arts, and photography are several such outlets. However, one option not available in ...

Class of 2019 prepare for greatness

The last senior class of the “teens” organized this final year with the selection of officers. Tiffany Hansbro, president; Siobhan Stringer, vice president; Alonzo Macon, secretary; and Lawren Spark, ...

Thinning the paint: Is the future of art at stake?

High school students are missing a fundamental building block in their education at public schools: the arts. When you picture high school, you typically see athletes running plays, school dances, and ...

CT's Smith survives cancer

She survived cancer. Now comes the hard part: Returning to school. Brianna Smith, a Cass Tech senior, is an AP/IB student who recently survived cancer.

Teaching Technology

Today’s youth are looked down on for their social media habits and seemingly chronic use of cellphones.

Cass Tech creates Gay Straight Alliance club

Imagine what it would be like to put on a mask everyday and cover your true identity. What would it be like to put on a fake persona, to hide who you really are just to survive.

Teen vaping: Is it an epidemic?

Statistics show that vaping is even more common than smoking cigarettes in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 15 % of U.S.

CT fired up for former President Obama

CT Fired up for Former President Obama! By Aja Gaines Former President Barack Obama brought out the best of Detroit on Oct.

Delta Prep closure leaves students without a school

When Delta Preparatory Academy for Social Justice suddenly announced it was closing on Sept.

​Cantrell story hits home

On the night of Oct. 12 in Detroit, at Cantrell Funeral Home on Detroit’s east side, 11 bodies of infants and still born babies were found in the ceiling.

OPINION: Teens stand against gun violence

“In 2016, the NRA spent a record $55 million on elections. Their real goal is to protect a few big gun manufacturers who want to enlarge their profits.” -Robert Reich Gun Violence is something that ...

Baseball at the Corner

Passing the Torch: Learn to be comfortable doing things on your own

Passing the Torch By Alana Burke Being selected the 2018 class valedictorian is a tremendous honor.

A varsity letter for gaming?

Video gaming a sport? The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) is considering adding it as a varsity sport. Some people think video games aren’t sports because they don’t require any ...

​Against all odds

Terry Irby is enjoying life after years of pain and depression.

Detroit Cristo Rey basketball team competes, bonds with Cleveland Cristo Rey

The Cristo Rey Network has 32 schools across the United States, so when two schools from other cities come together it is a rare moment.

Baseball at the Corner

The ballpark reminds me of family

Journalism day at Tiger Stadium evoked fond memories of the fact that it’s not just a game. As cliché as it sounds, it’s more than a baseball game.

Anthony Roberts stars on court for Henry Ford

Anthony Roberts, standing at 6-foot-3, is currently a senior at Henry Ford High School and is the point guard for the basketball team. Roberts is a good player that works hard, has a lot of strength and ...

Fanny pack craze

Fanny packs: The current fashion trend that has been making it's resurgence as of late. You can see them everywhere, school, stores, fashion shows, etc, being worn by people of all ages and backgrounds. What ...

Video Game Club isn't just about the games

Here at Cass Technical High School, there are a variety of clubs. Keeping this in mind, this gives a lot of diversity to what students can choose to do in their spare time.

Detroit students travel to Wakanda

It was mid-winter break and it was raining. Nevertheless, by 10:15 a.m., four buses were on their way to Wakanda -- by way of the Bel Air Luxury Cinema on Tuesday, Feb.

Black Panther makes Marvel history

The new and upcoming movie Black Panther which is set to be released February 16th has been receiving amazing feedback ever since the movie was first brought into existence.

Is it worth spending more on designer brands?

Forever 21 or Prada?  H&M or Gucci? Are we spending too much, or not enough? So the question is: What is the purpose of spending more on clothes when less expensive will cover you just ...

H&M controversy proves American has "a lot of work to do"

From the beginning of time, this world has struggled with racism. This country has overcome pestilence, civil war and power struggles within our political system.

OPINION: Teens stand against gun violence

“In 2016, the NRA spent a record $55 million on elections. Their real goal is to protect a few big gun manufacturers who want to enlarge their profits.” -Robert Reich Gun Violence is something that ...

Passing the Torch: Learn to be comfortable doing things on your own

Passing the Torch By Alana Burke Being selected the 2018 class valedictorian is a tremendous honor.

The ballpark reminds me of family

Journalism day at Tiger Stadium evoked fond memories of the fact that it’s not just a game. As cliché as it sounds, it’s more than a baseball game.

China banned hip-hop culture

Late January, China banned celebrities and symbols related to hip-hop generally from television.   The ban states, “programs should not feature actors with tattoos [or depict] hip-hop culture, ...

We need more than your prayers

February 15 marked the 6th school shooting of 2018, according to USA today.

Challenge yourself, or stagnate.

            As soon as gradebooks closed for first semester, the RHS counseling center was packed with ...