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Patriot Playlist Holiday Edition
by Lucy Armstrong With the holidays approaching only holiday music will be able to fit the joy and spirit that comes along with them. Here are some holiday songs to get your family, friends, and even yourself in the holiday mood. Christmas All I want for Christmas by Mariah Carey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXQViqx6GMY Jingle Bell Rock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpxNNalLTB4…
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Atmospheric CO2 Reaches Record Level
by Adassa Coimin The U.N. World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reports in its annual Greenhouse Gas Bulletin that the rate at which CO2 continues to increase in concentration in the atmosphere was 50 percent higher than the average of the past 10 years, in 2016. The report estimated that average concentrations of CO2 hit 403.3…
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Net Neutrality: Why It Should Matter to You
by Heysha Garcia Melendez; edited by Meleena Mohammed Net Neutrality: “Also called open Internet, says that Internet service providers should give people access to all legal content and applications on an equal basis, without favoring some sources or blocking others.” Basically it is saying that your internet providers can’t charge you more to go on…
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Spreading Christmas the Crafty Way: How to Make Christmas Pine-Cones
by Bruna Araujo and Jocelyn Ponce Christmas Pinecones: When life gives you pine-cones…make Christmas decorations! Pine-cones are everywhere, but did you know you can turn them into Christmas works of art? Christmas is almost here, and that means it’s time to get crafty. Get creative: -Pinecones -Paint -Glitter or glitter paint -Styrofoam, pipe cleaners,…
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Trip Around the World ~ Peru
by Alexandra Noblecilla Our school is full of students from different parts of the world. This feature will allow you to learn about their cultural background. This trip will take place in the amazing country of Peru. I was able to find a student at our school who comes from this country and she was kind…
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Non-Traditional Holiday Playlist
by Isabella Fishbough Whether you celebrate the holiday or not, I can guarantee you have heard a Christmas song or two. From songs like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” originally sung by Judy Garland, to “All I Want For Christmas” by Mariah Carey, holiday songs play non-stop on many radio stations during the winter…
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Movie Calendar December Edition
By Meleena Mohammed; edited by Heysha Garcia Greetings and Salutations! Here are the movie releases for the month of December where we highlight the most anticipated movies, including The Last Jedi, so you know what movie you’re seeing the next time you go to the theatre. Happy Holidays and have A Happy New Year! Now…
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Spreading Christmas the Crafty Way: How To Make Fake Snow
by Bruna Araujo and Jocelyn Ponce Snow in Florida Have you ever seen snow in Florida? Well, now you will! For that you will need very few materials: 1 big bowl 2 cups of baking soda 2 ½ cups of shaving cream White glitter (optional) *Tip: choose the cheapest brands of shaving cream and…
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Club Spotlight: SGA
by Jayda Rodriguez Here at Freedom High School we offer many different clubs and organizations for all students to join. The wide variety of options allow for students to meet new people, and leave their comfort zone. Some of these extra curricular activities include: Clubs Medical Club Debate Digital Gaming Club French Club Organizations…
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How To: Stay Trendy for Fall
by Dianna Esguerra (Photos by Xaina Reigh) Fall has started and as expected, new trends have been appearing to welcome the new season. In this article I’ll be showing you how to stay on trend with fall fashion. Modern makeup has been around for about 6,000 years. This means that it has changed in many…
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