Sophomores Lazavier Cole, Kendall Williams and Jamila Russle had an idea of creating a student-led meditation class. But to evolve it from a dream to a reality, they had to take certain steps.
Cashier, custodian, tutor, balloon decorator, Shipt driver, adjunct instructor, property manager, airport ramp agent, medical assistant, studio musician, dance instructor, latchkey facilitator, lifeguard, travel agent, online instructor. and overnight receptionist. Those are some of the part-time positions teachers have taken on to supplement their income.
Ferris “Boomer” Dixon started boxing five years ago because he was always in trouble.
This fall, juniors Kamio Green and Emily Lara brought a new creative outlet to Detroit Cristo Rey with the founding of a drama club. With more than 15 participants, it’s already a huge hit among students.
The creative and diverse work of Western’s student artists was on display last month in the Black Box Theater. Pieces made from a variety of materials, including self-portraits on large paper, showcased a wide range of artistic expression.
Renaissance High School transformed the cafeteria into the Phoenix Cafe to improve student’s lunch experiences.
Wayne State University C2 (College and Career) Pipeline site coordinator Nedra Hall, social worker Brittney Lawrence, and history teacher Dan Wolford have sparked an idea to start a new podcast for all DPSCD high school students using King as the pilot school.
The halls are rarely ever quiet, but they sure are clean, thanks in part to Wayne Johnson, East English’s new custodian. He brings a fresh personality, energy and talent to the school.
Some students feel that having a dress code at CMA holds them back from expressing their true personality and individuality.
On Nov. 9, Detroit area high school students gathered in Cass Technical High School’s arena for Wayne State University’s annual Decision Day. The event was invitation only, and students were told to bring application materials such as: transcripts, official test scores, fee waivers, and in some cases, a completed application to their school of choice.
Cass Technical High School has a rising club For Girls Only that is changing and motivating girls who attend the school.
On Oct. 10, thousands of seniors from high schools all over Michigan, poured into Shed 3 of the Eastern Market for the Infinite Scholars College-Scholarship fair.
A scholarship is money given to students to help them cover college expenses. Scholarships are usually issued by the government, organizations and universities. This money does not need to be paid back, unlike loans.
Western junior Josue Feliciano is a boxing champion with a record of 29-3.
Cameron Townsend worked with other Western students last summer to build a school in Senegal, West Africa.
Quinceañeras are an important tradition in Latino culture, especially the Mexican culture. But some girls and their families are trying to redefine the honored traditions of the quinceañera and repurpose it to fit their own cultural identities.
Southeastern High School’s Honor Roll students took the afternoon off to celebrate their first quarter accomplishment.
Days before the start of the 2019-20 basketball season, the Southeastern High School boys and girls basketball teams gave exclusive interviews to the SE Journalism class.
Some of the best students in the nation attend RHS and many successful people are alumni. How did they achieve this status? By rigorously working all their years at RHS. However, does rigorous work affect student health?
Mr. Johnson is a social studies teacher at Renaissance High School who has made an impression on students academically and socially for the past 22 years.
