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Students often turn to AI for difficult problems or topics.
The risk and revolution of AI in classrooms
Kirk was well-known for his controversial yet peaceful debates, but violence found its way to a core value of America. Photo used with permission from Edwin Andrade on Unsplash.
Popular right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk dead at 31
Jeans are a staple sold by every clothing brand. But what happens when they become the root of controversy? Photo used with permission from Maude Frédérique Lavoie on Unsplash.
Great jeans or great genes? The outcome of American Eagle’s ad controversy
A phone caddy is the new solution to keep phone usage out of classrooms.
Phones away please: Wake County’s new phone bill
Driverless taxis are starting to spread across the country with leading company, Waymo, taking the charge.
Hands off the wheel: Robotaxis hit the roads
Kirk was well-known for his controversial yet peaceful debates, but violence found its way to a core value of America. Photo used with permission from Edwin Andrade on Unsplash.
Popular right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk dead at 31
The United States is home to a diverse set of people. Used with permission from Maarten van den Heuvel via Unsplash.
Immigration and the nation
On account of bad weather, the North Carolina Senate is proposing a new bill to create more flexible calendars for schools.
Late starts, lost days: North Carolina aims for a flexible school schedule
Many universities across North Carolina are experiencing reduced funding. Photo used with permission from Ross Joyner via Unsplash.
Local universities experience funding cuts. What comes next?
Common languages in the United States include Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese and English.
English made the official language of the United States
Students often turn to AI for difficult problems or topics.
The risk and revolution of AI in classrooms
North Carolina is moving student information systems from Powerschool to Infinite Campus in two phases, with Wake County adopting it this summer.
Goodbye Power school, hello Infinite Campus
On account of bad weather, the North Carolina Senate is proposing a new bill to create more flexible calendars for schools.
Late starts, lost days: North Carolina aims for a flexible school schedule
There is a curious decline in the number of students attending college, with various factors considered to be the cause. Colleges are attempting to combat this mini crisis with targeted programs and personalized advertisements, but the results are yet to be shown.
College attendance is declining. Why?
Many universities across North Carolina are experiencing reduced funding. Photo used with permission from Ross Joyner via Unsplash.
Local universities experience funding cuts. What comes next?
While its red and yellow fruits may look appealing, the oriental bittersweet is a notoriously harmful plant in North Carolina. Photo used with permission from Maria Ermolova via Unsplash.
Pretty but deadly: North Carolina’s invasive plants
Chick-fil-A is one of several fast food brands to incorporate new technology into its operations through a drive-through-only model.
Driving into the future of fast food
Light scattering on particles in the air from the fires gives the sky a scarlet orange appearance. Photo used with permission from Ashritha Nayini.
‘These places are what we considered home’: Palisades wildfires burn across Los Angeles
Carrboro sues Duke Energy for their fossil fuel contributions.
Town of Carrboro sues Duke Energy for climate change impacts
AI has an unexpected impact on natural resources: water usage. Often used to cool the data centers at the core of its generative capabilities, programs like ChatGPT pose challenges to regions with already-limited water resources.
Generative AI’s has a hidden footprint – and it isn’t what you think
Green Hope Theatre's "Winterbreak/Springbreak" cast poses for a picture after a show
The Making of 1984: Green Hope Theatre’s Fall Play
Green Hope high school kicks off the school year with some new policies and practices for students. Photo used with permission from Daria Glakteeva via Unsplash.
New policies and practices introduced at Green Hope
On Sept. 5, the Green Hope Booster Club will be hosting a tailgate with food, games, inflatables and more for the community to enjoy. Photo used with permission by the GH Athletic Department.
The falcon kickoff: Tailgate takeover
Caption: Performers stand before the audience prior to starting the performance. (Leo McDunn).
Voices in bloom: Green Hope’s spring chorus concert
Psi Alpha co-presidents and vice president spread mental health awareness by raising awareness for mental health at Green Hope High School. Photo used with permission from Alan Shr.
Psi Alpha fundraisers exceed expectations
Psi Alpha co-presidents and vice president spread mental health awareness by raising awareness for mental health at Green Hope High School. Photo used with permission from Alan Shr.
Psi Alpha fundraisers exceed expectations
Green Hope students get to socialize with people interested in similar topics to them at SkillsUSA events.
Success at SkillsUSA
Green Hope's Model UN poses before their annual conference at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Photo used with permission from Alex Robinson.
MUN-umental: Green Hope’s Model UN wins at annual conference
The Environmental Club at Green Hope is dedicated to bettering the Earth through acts of sustainability.
Going green: The efforts of Green Hopes environmental club
Green Hope DECA members holding up signs before the awards ceremony. Photo used with permission from Jay Kalidindi.
See the DECA-cation: Green Hope wins big at state competition
Aryan Subhash ('26) applying his skills from the Finance and Economics Club. Photo used with permission from Aryan Subhash.
Humans of Green Hope: Aryan Subhash
Natalie Hancock ('26) expresses herself through dance. Photo used with permission from Natalie Hancock.
Humans of Green Hope: Natalie Hancock
Aubrey Green ('26) poses with the rest of the SkillsUSA team. Photo used with permission from Aubrey Green.
Humans of Green Hope: Aubrey Green
Mr. Benjamin Rush shows AP Environmental Science (APES) students animals on trips to the wetland.
Humans of Green Hope: Mr. Benjamin Rush
Josselyn DeSantis ('28) hits a serve at a home match, taking place at Cary Tennis Park. Photo used with permission from Josselyn DeSantis.
Humans of Green Hope: Josselyn DeSantis
From left to right, Vivian Scoffield (‘27), Izzy Jankowsky (‘27), Chloe Burbage (‘28) and Andrea Munoz (‘27) celebrate a point in dramatic fashion. Photo used with permission from Ryan Kinder.
Falcons gone gator hunting: Green Hope vs Green Level volleyball
Football is a sport held tightly together by the bonds formed by teams. Photo used with permission from Noah Januszka on Unsplash.
Fantasy Football: A tradition of triumphs and torments
Carter Emanuelson (‘26) celebrates his first goal of the season in a decisive 5-2 victory over East Wake High School. Photo used with permission from Gabby Fekete.
Green Hope athlete Carter Emanuelson wins the Tatum and Atkinson Scholar Athlete of the Week
The Falcons come together in a pre-game huddle before going up against the Athens Drive Jaguars.
More than just a team: Green Hope men’s soccer “family”
The US Open: A recap of the men's & women's finals
The US Open: A recap of the men’s & women’s finals
The 2025 VMAs were held in UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. Photo used with permission of Liam McGarry via Unsplash.
When music meets couture: What defined the 2025 VMA’s?
Green Hope Theatre's "Winterbreak/Springbreak" cast poses for a picture after a show
The Making of 1984: Green Hope Theatre’s Fall Play
Photo of a local vintage store used with permission of Milo Leone
Fall collections of ’25; The new and the upcoming
Moviegoers suspended in total shock viewing horror movies: Used courtesy of Getty Images from Unsplash.
Fall thrills and chills to not miss out on
Photo of a highway desert similar looking to the highway in Carpenter’s ‘Man Child’ music video by Adam Hornyak on Unsplash.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend album: The discourse and overview
Declining theater attendance has contributed to some Marvel box office “flops.” (photo used with permission from Felix Mooneeram via Unsplash)
Is “Doomsday” close at hand for Marvel Studios?
Students no longer need to take teacher-made final exams if they have a B or higher, 10 or less tardies and 10 or less absences in the class.
New exam exemption policy: B average students can skip finals in all grades?
Only 5.5% of colleges find class rank as an important part of their application, 30% claim that it has no importance whatsoever and 74-77% of colleges consider GPA more important than class rank. Graphic created by Isabella Phillips in Canva
Is class rank really that important?
High school students stress over grades, extracurriculars and much more, all of which can be detrimental to their mental health.
Comparisons are killing us
Max at the Movies: “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”
The NC Division of Motor Vehicles has 115 driver license offices statewide, yet only accounts for 3% of NCDOT's budget.
Could DMV lines be a part of the past? What a new report reveals
AP scores make college applications more compelling, and success on AP exams grants college credits.
Should economic status determine college readiness? The issue with AP exam funding
The truth is a key factor in a friendship or relationship. Being upfront could help advance the relationship to a new level. Photo used with permission from Brett Jordan via Unsplash.
Why being straightforward is important
Republicans and Democrats are using social media and podcasts to different ends.
The social media landscape is changing, so too must Democrats
It is a common belief that Nickelodeon is currently making a mockery of Stephen Hillenburg, however, the evidence paints a more complex picture.
Is Nickelodeon actively disrespecting Stephen Hillenburg’s legacy?
Falcon fashion: A thrifting gallery
Each year, a day for parking spot decoration is planned among other senior events to boost school spirit as their last year of high school begins.
Senior spots: A decorated gallery
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons on Film: Invincible Season 3 spoiler review
Holi, the festival of colors originating in India, is celebrated by people all over the globe. This holiday often falls in the month of March, but is dependent on the Hindu lunar calendar. Photo used with permission from Thanu Kalikiri ('25).
Festival of colors: Holi in Cary
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Gossip Girls: Revisiting the Grammys
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons on Film: Invincible Season 3 spoiler review
gossip girls
Gossip Girls: Revisiting the Grammys
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons on Film: 2025 Oscar Predictions
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The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Winter sports midseason recap
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Gossip Girls: Blake Lively’s backlash
Art in action: Colorguard
Art in action: Colorguard
AP Environmental Science program nurtures future stewards
AP Environmental Science program nurtures future stewards
Igniting innovation: Economics fair 2024
Igniting innovation: Economics fair 2024
Among the halls: State Fair edition
Powderpuff 2023
Falcon fashion: A thrifting gallery
Each year, a day for parking spot decoration is planned among other senior events to boost school spirit as their last year of high school begins.
Senior spots: A decorated gallery
Holi, the festival of colors originating in India, is celebrated by people all over the globe. This holiday often falls in the month of March, but is dependent on the Hindu lunar calendar. Photo used with permission from Thanu Kalikiri ('25).
Festival of colors: Holi in Cary
Michael Joof ('25) drives to the basket for a layup. Joof has started every conference game the Falcons have played.
Gallery: Men’s basketball battles Apex Friendship and Green Level
Abigail Brown ('25) rejects a shot from a Middle Creek guard. She is averaging 1.4 blocks per game.
Gallery: Womens basketball against Middle Creek
2024: November monthly playlist
2024: November monthly playlist
2024: October monthly playlist
2024: October monthly playlist
2024: September monthly playlist
2024: September monthly playlist
2024: Summer playlist
2024: Summer playlist
2024: May monthly playlist
2024: May monthly playlist
Photo used with permission by Stephen Harlan on Unsplash.
Quiz: Which of Taylor Swift’s exes are you?
Photo used with permission by Sean Oulashin on Unsplash.
Quiz: Which The Summer I Turned Pretty character are you?
Quiz: What Mission: Impossible character are you?
Quiz: What Mission: Impossible character are you?
Which North Carolina school do you think suits you best? Graphic made my Nolan Sullivan on Canva
What North Carolina college are you?
Photo used with permission from Jurij Kenda via Unsplash
Which “Minecraft” movie McDonald’s toy are you?
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Green Hope’s Wordle 04/29/25
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“Mickey 17,” an original film from filmmaker Bong Joon-Ho, did not make money at the box office despite the movement for original films taking place during its theatrical window. Promotional photo used with permission from Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Does anyone actually want original movies?
Light scattering on particles in the air from the fires gives the sky a scarlet orange appearance. Photo used with permission from Ashritha Nayini.
‘These places are what we considered home’: Palisades wildfires burn across Los Angeles
Hollywood has a habit of casting lighter skinned people in the roles of darker skinned characters, the most recent example being that of Aaron Pierre as John Stewart in the DC Studios and HBO series, “Lanterns.”
Colorism + Hollywood = Nothing new
Hurricane Helene swept across Western North Carolina, devastating towns like Canton and disrupting sports teams' seasons. Photo courtesy of Nora McDunn.
Storming back: How a small town football team defied all odds
A city underwater: feet of floodwater drown the historic Biltmore Village in Asheville. Photo courtesy of Ms. Kaylee Jacobs.
“We had no idea”: Western North Carolina’s unexpected plight

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There are many concert venues across North Carolina, including The Lenovo Center, which has featured large artists like Childish Gambino.

[Photo] Summer concert season is here

Jenna Lipkin, Staff Writer
June 6, 2025
A study conducted by MIT students revealed that false news is more likely to be retweeted than true stories. Photo used with permission from Rubaitul Azad on Unsplash

The dark side of X

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
June 4, 2025
Prom is a memorable time of the year for many people and planning in advance makes it even more enjoyable!

Plan a perfect prom

Sophie Meekins, Ava Kruczko, Annabella Monge, Evan Tsambasis, Emily Gouthro, Jenna Lipkin, and Evan Fekete
May 14, 2025
Recently, diet culture has rebranded into something focused on "wellness" instead of physical image; however, the culture still maintains a harmful and toxic nature.

The rebrand of diet culture

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
May 2, 2025
Coachella 2025 was estimated to have over 125,000 attendees each day. Photo used with permission from Shinichiro Ichimura via Unsplash.

The biggest performances of the year at Coachella 2025

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
April 29, 2025
The cast of the SpongeBob musical is met with a standing ovation at the end of the play.

The SpongeBob Musical: Green Hope’s spring play captivates the audience

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
April 15, 2025
A survey conducted by Pfizer found that 87% of Americans report having at least one fear about aging. Photo used with permission from Malin K. via Unsplash.

Everyone is afraid of aging

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
April 14, 2025
Getting a manicure is a relaxing treatment, but many customers overlook the potential germs teeming in their favorite salon. Photo used with permission from Giorgio Travato via Unsplash.

The unsanitary side of nail salons

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
March 27, 2025
In an increasingly isolated world, genuine romantic relationships seem extremely rare. Picture used with permission from René Ranisch from Unsplash

The problem with modern dating

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
March 19, 2025
Women's history month celebrates the achievements and legacy of women throughout history, and their lasting impact on society.

Women’s Her-story Month

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
March 13, 2025
The night of the 2025 Oscars was full of memorable looks that did not disappoint. Photo used with permission from Mirko Fabian via Unsplash.

The glamorous, fabulous and shocking: Oscars 2025 fashion recap

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
March 4, 2025
44 percent of bald men believe that hair loss is socially stigmatized. Photo used with permission from Sholto Ramsey via Unsplash.

Balding stigma: Beauty standards prompt rising hair transplants

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
February 26, 2025
Plastic packaging, which can release microplastics into food, is commonly used for protein products.

You are what you eat: Microplastics in meat

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
February 25, 2025
In a new executive order, the Trump Administration plans to reinstate capital punishment. Photo used with permission from Claire Anderson via Unsplash.

Is the death penalty back, or did it never leave?

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
February 13, 2025
What was once a holiday celebrating devotion and love, Valentine's Day has become a day that seemingly commemorates and promotes consumption

The commercialization of cupid

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
February 8, 2025
Quiz: Which Gossip Girl character are you?

Quiz: Which Gossip Girl character are you?

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
January 30, 2025
Some love listening to the same holiday hits every year, but 23% of Americans dread the music played during this holiday because they find it repetitive and mentally draining. Photo used with permission from Little Plant via Unsplash

Why has Christmas music become stagnant?

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 19, 2024
Group projects are often a way for students to learn, collaborate and grow with their peers--- however, do group projects really serve that exact purpose?

Rethinking the value of group projects

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 16, 2024
As the years go on, more and more women amass enough money to reach the billion dollars mark. Photo used with permission from Bermix Studio via Unsplash.

The rise of self-made female billionaires

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 12, 2024
Fenton, located in Cary, is a shopping center that caters to all shoppers. From salons to apparel stores, restaurants to movie theaters, Fenton is the perfect destination for an outing with friends and family.

A shopping center for everyone: Fenton

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 9, 2024
Black Friday used to be a highly anticipated holiday where shoppers could get coveted items at a fraction of their price; however, in recent years, can "anticipated" still describe this holiday? Photo used with permission from Artem Beliaikin via Unsplash

The downfall of Black Friday

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 22, 2024
Fashion choices are massively influenced by the economic state in times of recession. Photo used with permission from Clem Onojeghuo via Unsplash.

Recession core: The impact of the economy on fashion

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 19, 2024
While many people see NCAA athletes compete in March Madness, most don't understand the recruiting process.

Tough competition: Stress during recruitment

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 15, 2024
Mrs. Perdomo displays her Day of the Dead decorations.

Día de Muertos

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 1, 2024
The Varsity Volleyball team shares their practice with the PEPI students. Photo used with permission from @greenhopevb via Instagram.

Feeling PEPI

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 8, 2024
Photo used with permission from Rachel Park via Unsplash

Breakfast culture: America vs. the world

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
October 29, 2024
The tech crew hold their hands high as they receive a raucous applause from the lively crowd.

“Winter Break/Spring Break”: Green Hope’s fall play

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
October 16, 2024
Studying with a group is a great way to build accountability and reduce procrastination. Photo with permission from Brooke Cagle on Unsplash.

Academic motivation: Pave your way to success

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
September 25, 2024
With an oversized jersey and loose jeans, this student opted for a casual 90’s-inspired look for decades day, the theme of the first day of spirit week.

[Photo] Soaring with spirit: 2024 Homecoming

Isabella Phillips and Jesse Shalev
September 27, 2024
The varsity team poses for a picture after Fight For 55 success. Photo via @ ghwtennis on instagram.

Undefeated: Women’s tennis makes a racket

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
September 17, 2024
With constantly declining school acceptance rates, students face a tremendous amount of stress in the midst of upcoming college admissions. Photo used with permission of Alexander Grey via Unsplash

The college competition: Are university admissions becoming increasingly difficult?

Ava Kruczko and Isabella Phillips
September 12, 2024
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