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Lea Dettmer, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 23, 2012
Studies show that most teenagers have had some sort of experience with alcohol and drugs. Most have just experimented, but some young adults develop a life threatening addiction. Today’s chemical drugs are very risky. One consequence of experimenting with drugs and alcohol is the risk of getting physically... Read more »
Kirsten R. Haynes, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
Were you aware that in the 2010-2011 school year that parents had to start to pay for their children to play sports in Spotsylvania County Schools? Spotsylvania County allows students who are qualified to receive free or reduced lunch not to pay. Students who do not qualify for the reduced lunch program... Read more »
Alex Payne, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
The United States stands for freedom, but a lot of teenagers don’t understand that sacrifices were made so they could enjoy those freedoms. It is not longer “cool” to be patriotic. Some students refuse to stand for the pledge of allegiance anymore. Soldiers in Iraq are fighting for... Read more »
Meghan Adams, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
A couple years ago, Spotsylvania High students were able to eat cheesy and meaty pizza slices that tasted like heaven in their mouth. Now, due to concerns about adolescent obesity, school lunches are required to be “healthy.” Is anyone really sure that these school lunches are healthy? SHS Freshman... Read more »
Alexus Haris, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
Whether or not students should be required to take gym for all four years of high school is a topic often debated in the field of education. Physical Education includes health and driver’s education in ninth and tenth grade, but 11th and 12th grade would just be filled with exercising. Students... Read more »
Morganne McManus, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
Teens always complain about being overweight and how they have nothing to do. If teens want to lose weight and have something to do, they should be active and play a sport. There are many benefits for teens who participate in sports. Sports teach teens how to act in a team environment, and how to balance... Read more »
Jordan Gentile, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
The Spotsylvania County School board requires you to only take two years of physical education to graduate high school. If students were required to take four years of gym, there might be less obesity. Students who take gym have a better chance of being healthier and making healthier decisions in the... Read more »
Jazlyn Aguila, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
Do you think public displays of affection (PDA) is a problem? It is in many public schools. Teachers and student aren’t always happy about seeing people in the hallways kissing and hugging. Some people think it should be banned from school and others think it’s a beautiful thing. PDA in school can... Read more »
Erika Ramirez, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 22, 2012
Spotsylvania High School offers a lot of sports, clubs, and groups for all the students that attend the school; however, there are few students that take advantage of the opportunities to join these clubs and sports. That’s why Spotsylvania High School students needs to get more involved. There are... Read more »
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Robert Emminger, Reporter
February 14, 2012
Students and teachers attending Spotsylvania High school should be released 20 minutes earlier. According to the Virginia Department of Education, Spotsylvania County Schools keep students and teachers for longer than they need to. Spotsylvania County Schools have fewer make-up days than other schools... Read more »
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