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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
While many people see NCAA athletes compete in March Madness, most don't understand the recruiting process.
Tough competition: Stress during recruitment
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
The Ladies in Red and military march being performed in front of NC State soldiers and the community during the ceremony.
A memorial for all
For students who feel at a loss for what to pursue in their future careers, consider more intersectional or interdisciplinary pathways they haven’t previously considered.
Felicity Falcon: Careers to consider
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
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
Cinematic universes such as the MCU are bringing in nothing but empty theaters, but why do we keep seeing them? Photo used with permission from Erik Mclean via Unsplash
Cinematic universes are dying … get rid of them faster
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
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: Summer 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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Green Hope’s Wordle 11/15/2024
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Green Hope’s Wordle 11/14/2024
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Green Hope’s Wordle 11/13/2024
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Green Hope’s Wordle 11/6/2024
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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