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A Thanksgiving feast of turkey, pie, veggies and more traditional Thanksgiving foods.
The false history of Thanksgiving
Opportunity crops are not often seen in American grocery aisles, yet have potential to enhance the country’s response to challenges of climate change and increasing food demands.
All about the crops helping alleviate food crises around the world
Reading thought-provoking literature with heavy themes will make you a better student.
Reading into an emerging issue: Declining literacy rates among college students
Green Hope students explained why the Buffalo Wild Wings menu is a point of concern for their adherence to the religions they practice.
Buffalo Wild Wings menu items spark controversy
Photo used with permission from Ferdinand Stöhr via Unsplash
All about the new constitutional amendment on the North Carolina ballot
Members of the Sports Medicine team pose together for a team photo. Photo used with permission from Shivani Ganer.
The team behind the team: Sports Medicine
Three excellent Green Hope teachers have been selected to potentially become teacher of the year.
Green Hope excellence: Teacher of the year nominees
Green Hope High School student volunteers handed out candy at decorated trunks to children who visited them. Photo used with permission from Karuna Shanmugam (‘26).
Trunk or Treat: Sweet support for Hurricane Helene victims
Green Hope's Student Council plays an extremely important role in ensuring that student life runs smoothly.
Taking the helm: Student council spotlights
During the fall, there are a variety of activities to do with friends and family As the GH Falcon's Advice-Giver-in-Chief, I've compiled ways to enjoy this season!
Felicity Falcon: Fall events guide
The Green Hope womens tennis team celebrates their win over Panther Creek. Photo used with permission from Coach Nathaniel Denton.
Womens tennis finishes as 4A east runner ups
The Green Hope mens soccer team poses for a photo, featuring all of the seniors in the front row. Photo used with permission from Gabby Fekete
Green Hope senior nights: Fall sports
Nathan Vo ('28) is the fastest freshman in Green Hope's storied history. His current PR is 16:08. Photo used with permission from Dan Loughlin
Freshman phenom: Nathan Vo
Chloe Burbage ('28) sets up a teammate for a kill. Photo used with permission from Chloe Burbage
Freshman phenom: Chloe Burbage
A pre-play huddle from a game against Apex High School. Photo used with the permission of Amelia Hokenberg ‘28)
A new addition to Green Hope Athletics: Flag Football
Nabiha Rahman giving a speech after winning her Emerging stars Award at the Wake Ed Stars Gala. Photo used with permission from Nabiha Rahman.
Nabiha Rahman recognized as a Star of Education by WakeEd Partnership
A great way to fall into autumn is through arts and crafts. Stop by your local JOANN or Michael's and try out some of these ideas.
Six activities to embrace autumn
The Varsity Volleyball team shares their practice with the PEPI students. Photo used with permission from @greenhopevb via Instagram.
Feeling PEPI
Today teenagers have started wearing fashion styles. A majority of them being from the 90s causing a repeat in fashion trends that were popular from over 20 years ago. Photo used with permission from Burgess Milner via Unsplash.
Retro fashion trends: A clothing style comeback
All clothing items in Dress to Impress are color customizable, with a wide range of colors and patterns available to everyone.
Dress to Impress: An outlet for creativity or a fashion battleground?
Nic Anderson (‘25) seen in the fall ‘23 advanced theater production of “The Terrible Infants.” The upcoming spring musical “9 to 5” will be her eleventh production with the Green Hope Theatre Company. Photo used with permission from Nic Anderson.
Talents of Theater: Nic Anderson
Ria Rohilla (‘24) is seen constructing the set for Green Hope Theatre Company’s fall 2023 play, “Almost Maine.” Photo used with permission from Ria Rohilla.
Talents of Theater: Ria Rohilla
Eva Alperovich (‘24) poses for a photo shoot after her performance of “The Marriage” at her old theater camp in Massachusetts. Photo used with permission from Eva Alperovich.
Talents of Theater: Eva Alperovich
Dianhao Li ('25), portraying "Lendall" in Green Hope's production, “Almost Maine,” acts out a breakup with fellow member of the drama club. Photo used with permission from Dianhao Li.
Talents of Theater: Dianhao Li
Henry Rowen (‘24) assumes the lead role of Franklin Hart Jr., in the spring musical, 9 to 5. Photo used with permission from Mr. Allen Botwick.
Talents of Theater: Henry Rowen
Katie Biddle ('25) serves as co-president of Green Hope's Latin club, an organization that she hopes can increase the popularity of the language at school.
Humans of Green Hope: Katie Biddle
Mrs. Robynn Wilhelmi, the Health Science 1 and 2 teacher and an advisor for HOSA, stands as an icon of inspiration for those interested in healthcare.
Humans of Green Hope: Mrs. Robynn Wilhelmi
Caleb Kim (‘25) - located on the right - and his fellow club members planted seeds as a part of their volunteering. Photo used with permission from Caleb Kim
Humans of Green Hope: Caleb Kim
Mrs. Jaqulyn Ortiz is taking Green Hope students to Italy, France and Spain next summer as a part of Educational Tours!
Humans of Green Hope: Mrs. Jaquelyn Ortiz
Ms. Holland is looking forward to teaching English at Green Hope for semesters to come!
Humans of Green Hope: Ms. Kathleen Holland
Godzilla has seen many iterations throughout the years from both Japan and America. How do these incarnations of the classic monster stack up? Photo used with permission from Alex Shalev
Japanese vs. American Godzilla
2024: November monthly playlist
2024: November monthly playlist
Daylight saving time (DST) is an annual practice originally established under wartime conditions in the 20th century.
(Fall)ing back in time
Since Elon Musk bought Twitter from its previous owner Jack Dorsey, things on the platform have taken a toll.
Twitter to X: A major downgrade
Horror is an expansive genre that spans many franchises, studios and generations. Photo used with permission from Bruno Guerrero via Unsplash
Spooky season horror movie guide
No one can deny the popularity of true crime as a genre, but is it really healthy to have too much of it on your mind?
Is there such a thing as consuming too much true crime?
Underage drinking is a massive issue across high schools that cause relationship, health and legal issues. Photo used with permission from Erik Mclean from Unsplash
The sobering dangers of underage drinking
ELA classes have taught classic literature for decades; however, how relevant are they today? Photo used with permission from Annie Pratt via Unsplash
Is classic literature still relevant in ELA classes?
Everyone’s been rage baited before. With makeup artists putting absurd amounts of foundation on their faces or someone cooking in a way that is just unsettling to watch all over social media, how much of it can be avoided just by scrolling up to the next video?
Content creators are profiting off of viewers’ frustration … why is no one stopping them?
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
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2024: November monthly playlist
2024: November monthly playlist
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
gossip girls
Gossip Girls: Blake Lively’s backlash
gossip girls
Gossip Girls: Blake Lively’s backlash
campus chronicles
Campus Chronicles: Just the beginning
green hope greatness
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Fall sports midseason recap
green hope greatness
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports recap
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Campus Chronicles: It’s closing time
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
Across the Triangle, hundreds of people gathered together to celebrate Asian culture
Gallery: Asia Fest 2024
Following the conclusion of the celebration, the rest of the student body began to trickle into the parking lot. Many had decorated their parking spaces the previous day as part of another senior year tradition.
Gallery: Senior car parade
Various members of the Green Hope community gathered on the Saturday morning of Aug. 10 to clean the football stadium and soccer field in preparation for the upcoming school year. Among those present included the men's soccer and football teams, as well as parents and coaches.
Gallery: Stadium cleanup
Davis Drive Park has fields, Greenways and trails.
Gallery: Parks around town
Sophomore Class President Ian House recieves a round of applause as he opens the 2023-24 Pep Rally.
A day to remember: 2023 Pep Rally Recap
2024: November monthly playlist
2024: November monthly playlist
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2024: October monthly playlist
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2024: September monthly playlist
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2024: May monthly playlist
Quiz: Which Halloween candy are you?
Quiz: Which Halloween candy are you?
Quiz: Which scary movie are you?
Quiz: Which scary movie are you?
Quiz: Can you guess the Green Hope athlete from the baby photo?
Quiz: Can you guess the Green Hope athlete from the baby photo?
During the fall season people begin to watch more movies! Photo used with permission from Jeremy Yap on Unsplash.
Quiz: Which movie genre are you?
Quiz: Which Greek God or Goddess are you?
Quiz: Which Greek God or Goddess are you?
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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
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness in the causes and effects of childhood cancer.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Spotlighting the struggle and support
Girls State attendee Brooke Taylor seen taking a selfie with additional participants. Photo used with permission from Apple TV+.
“Girls State:” A captivating female empowerment story

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Mason Dean

Mason Dean, Sports Editor

Mason is a senior at Green Hope and this is his second year on the staff. He loves sports and is on the varsity baseball and basketball teams here at Green Hope. Mason has a knack for math and history. Outside of school, he plays on a club baseball team and spends time with his 2 dogs, Margo and Olaf. While on break, Mason loves to travel to new places with his family. Next year he will play baseball at Fordham in the Bronx.

All content by Mason Dean
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

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 11, 2024
Green Hope men's soccer is now preparing for their playoff season, the first game being on Nov. 9.

Flying high: Men’s soccer

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 10, 2024
Coach Michael Miragliuolo hopes to add to these numbers as he plans on coaching for years to come.

[Photo] Green Hope inducts 2024 Hall of Fame

Emily Gouthro and Evan Fekete
October 4, 2024
One of the 30 MLB stadiums in North America, the Rogers Centre will not host any playoff games this year

[Photo] Swinging into the postseason: MLB playoffs

Nolan Sullivan, Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
After four years at Green Hope, Mason Dean ('25) will continue his baseball career at Fordham University in New York City.

[Photo] Summer college commits: Mason Dean

Evan Fekete, Staff Writer
September 24, 2024

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Fall sports midseason recap

Mason Dean and Evan Fekete
September 9, 2024
With Week 1 upon us, many people are deeply invested in their fantasy football leagues.

[Photo] Kicking off the fantasy football season

Mason Cline, Staff Writer
September 5, 2024
Summer athletes are out in the sun for hours at a time, sweating profusely at practice.

Who can beat the heat? Heat exhaustion affects more than just athletes

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
September 4, 2024

Top five moments from Green Hope Athletics 2023-24

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
May 31, 2024
Following a back-to-back season finishing runner-up in the state, the Green Hope men's golf team finished third in the NCHSAA 4A State Championship. Photo used with permission from Coach Nathaniel Denton.

Putting in the work: Green Hope men’s golf top three in the state

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
May 24, 2024

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports recap

Justin Jackson and Mason Dean
May 9, 2024
The NBA playoffs have started, and the anticipation is high.​ From buzzer beater shots to comebacks, the stakes are high, and teams are battling for a shot at winning the championship.

[Photo] Diving into NBA Playoffs

Jason Huang, Staff Writer
May 8, 2024
While at the SkillsUSA conference, seven Green Hope students placed in their respective events. Photo used with permission from Green Hope SkillsUSA board.

Student success at SkillsUSA

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
May 3, 2024
Many students find it difficult to study for AP exams for classes that happened first semester.

A comprehensive guide to AP exams

Justin Jackson, Mason Dean, and Zeba Hussaini
April 30, 2024
Played in the Hornet's home arena, Charlotte played host to first and second-round matchups including UNC vs. Michigan State.

March Madness recap

Mason Dean and Mason Cline
April 11, 2024
Quiz: Can you guess the teacher or staff member based on their childhood photo?

Quiz: Can you guess the teacher or staff member based on their childhood photo?

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
March 18, 2024
Captain Brij Bhatt (‘25) serves during a home match at Cary Tennis Park. Bhatt has a record of 51-9 for his career. Photo used with permission from Vivek Indlamuri (‘25).

Returning spring star athletes

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
March 4, 2024

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports preview

Justin Jackson, Mason Dean, and Mason Cline
March 2, 2024
Quiz: Green Hope Trivia

Quiz: Green Hope Trivia

Regan Orlando and Mason Dean
February 16, 2024
Grappling for greatness

Grappling for greatness

Mason Dean and Regan Orlando
February 15, 2024
Regardless of the online version, two of the most critical things to remember on test day are a charged calculator and a sharpened pencil.

How to: SAT and ACT test-taking tips

Mason Dean and Justin Jackson
February 14, 2024
Though the Chiefs were a mediocre 5-4 at home, Patrick Mahomes has led Kansas City to the fourth Super Bowl of his career. Photo used with permission from Mr. Nathaniel Denton.

Super Bowl LVIII preview: San Francisco 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
February 9, 2024

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Winter Sports recap

Justin Jackson and Mason Dean
February 4, 2024
In the season opener against Athens Drive, Coach Ellis adjusts the defensive alignment during a timeout. Photo used with permission from Jay Kalidindi ('25).

The Woody and Buzz of Green Hope men’s basketball

Mason Dean and Justin Jackson
January 15, 2024
Michigan, the No.1 ranked team in the country, won the Big 10 en route to the National Championship. Photo used with permission from Charlie Deeb (‘24).

Michigan vs. Washington CFP National Championship preview

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
January 8, 2024
Sloane Whelehan ('27) (right) preparing to compete alongside her teammate in a relay. Photo used with permission from Sloane Whelehan.

Freshman phenom: Sloane Whelehan

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
January 3, 2024

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Mid-season recap on Winter Sports

Justin Jackson and Mason Dean
December 18, 2023
Through a gift exchange, the participants were able to better understand one another which would’ve been impossible without the culture of gift giving.

‘Tis the season of gifting

Regan Orlando, Armaan Minhas, Mason Dean, and Zeba Hussaini
December 18, 2023
Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers, is one of 15 NFL stadiums that use artificial turf.

To turf or not to turf

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
December 6, 2023
Thanksgiving dinner may look different in different homes, but many favorites remain the same.

Poll: What’s the best Thanksgiving Food?

Mason Dean and Regan Orlando
November 19, 2023

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Pre-Season Winter Sports

Justin Jackson and Mason Dean
November 19, 2023
Green Hope baseball named Justin Reitz the varsity baseball coach after a college playing and coaching career.

“I missed the competitiveness”

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
November 19, 2023
The Falcons play in a home game against Green Level. They ended up winning the game 2-1.

Fall sports: End of season roundup

Miguel Carrasco Gomez, Sam Chu, Mason Cline, Mason Dean, Regan Orlando, and Zoe Westerlund
November 7, 2023

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: fall season recap

Justin Jackson, Mason Dean, and Mason Cline
November 7, 2023
Green Hope students dress in all white for the white out game against Panther Creek. Photo used with permission from Falcon Frenzy representatives.

Poll: Green Hope’s favorite sport student section themes

Mason Dean and Regan Orlando
November 4, 2023
Seniors Lucas Mullins (#5), Michael Schifano (#3) and Benjamin Lu (#1) prepare for an offensive drive against Green Level.

Homecoming 2023: A recap of a week-long fest of school spirit

October 24, 2023
Lilah Dailey (‘24) prepares for a penalty shot while playing for Green Hope. She will continue her playing career at Campbell University. Photo used with permission from Lilah Dailey.

D1 day in the life: Lilah Dailey

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 18, 2023
Zagacki prepares to lead a Green Hope attack. He scored the goal with 1:15 remaining in the game. Photo used with permission from Jake Stone.

Green Hope men’s soccer defeats No. 1 team in the state with last minute thriller

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
In a tournament outside of school, Jake Lewis (‘23) drives a ball down the fairway, something he will continue to do for UNCG. Photo used with permission from Jake Lewis.

D1 day in the life: Jake Lewis

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 13, 2023
Many seniors stress for countless hours in front of the Common App screen over prompts, ideas and decisions during the fall months.

[Photo] The most “Common” struggle for high school seniors

Justin Jackson, Staff Writer
October 12, 2023
Meredith Whelehan (‘25) announced her commitment to swim at the University of Tennessee after ten years of competitive swimming. Photo used with permission from Meredith Whelehan.

Meredith Whelehan commits to Tennessee for swimming

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
Owen Zalc poses in a Dartmouth uniform, the team that he kicked the game winning field goal for in an overtime thriller.

Former Falcon hits game winning field goal for Dartmouth football

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 2, 2023
Belle Patrick goes for the kill in a match versus Athens Drive, something she will continue to do for the Virginia Tech Hokies. Photo used with permission from Belle Patrick.

D1 day in the life: Belle Patrick

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
October 2, 2023

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Fight for 55

Justin Jackson, Mason Dean, and Mason Cline
October 2, 2023
Landon Lloyd will continue his swimming career at Auburn University in Alabama after 11 years of swimming. Photo used with permission from Kristan Lloyd

D1 day in the life: Landon Lloyd

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
September 28, 2023
In a match for Green Hope, Corcoran (‘24) prepares to return the ball en route to an individual state championship.

D1 day in the life: Olivia Corcoran

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
September 26, 2023
Lucas Mullins (‘24) warms up before his first conference game of his senior year. This year he will play multiple positions including quarterback. Photo used with permission from Josiah McDonald.

Lucas Mullins commits to Washington and Lee for football

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
September 22, 2023

The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: The fall season

Justin Jackson and Mason Dean
September 18, 2023
After a long commitment to the sport of baseball, Jacob Krebs takes his career to the next level.

D1 day in the life: Jacob Krebs

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
September 15, 2023
Jake Lewis (‘24) shoots the ball down the fairway in pursuit of an all-time best score. Photo used with permission from Jake Lewis.

A hidden power in NCAA championships: Academic Scholarships

Mason Dean, Sports Editor
September 15, 2023
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