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The AWD and Cyberbeast truck models are now available under Tesla’s leasing options. Photo used with permission from Maxim via Unsplash
Tesla introduces new leasing options for their Cybertruck
Avian influenza can be a highly pathogenic virus that spreads among birds and rarely to humans with a mortality rate of over 50 percent in both humans and birds. Photo used with permission from Will. H McMahan via Unsplash.
Rare outbreak of bird flu occurs in North America
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
Nine green hope students participate in the NC Honors Chorus performance. Photo used with permission from Mr. Allen Botwick.
Green Hope students hit a high note: NC honors chorus
Take time to celebrate after submitting early action and early decision applications.
Senior guide: What to do after fall applications
Actors and the stage crew worked tirelessly to produce the emotional play, Anon(ymous). Photo used with permission from Peter Comperatore.
A perfect performance: Green Hope theater stages Anon(ymous)
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
Coach Jacob Shulfer looks to lead Green Hope wrestling to a great season.
Green Hope welcomes new girls’ wrestling coach
Participants in the golf tournament pose for a group photo. Photo used with permission from Anita McClernon.
A hole in one: The Green Hope golf tournament
Jack (left) and JT (right) Sarchet stand together after both placing second in a tournament. Photo used with permission from Jack Sarchet.
Super Siblings: Jack and JT Sarchet
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
A scene from the film “Fight Club” featuring the character of Tyler Durden, famously portrayed by Brad Pitt.
25 years of “Fight Club”
The market showcasing multiple vendor tables and their arts to the visitor inside the Northwest YMCA.
Trips in the Triangle: Northwest YMCA vendor market
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
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
Spongebob Squarepants has recently celebrated the show’s 25th anniversary with 15 seasons, 303 episodes, four movies and more to come in 2025. The common agreement amongst fans of the show is that everything got worse AFTER season three and “The Spongebob Squarepants Movie,” which was released in 2004. However, are their opinions valid?
Is modern SpongeBob as bad as everyone says it is?
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
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
Politics is very taboo topic to bring up in conversation is politics, but that should change
Talking about politics should not be so taboo
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?
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2024: November monthly playlist
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Art in action: Colorguard
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AP Environmental Science program nurtures future stewards
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Igniting innovation: Economics fair 2024
Igniting innovation: Economics fair 2024
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Gossip Girls: Blake Lively’s backlash
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Gossip Girls: Blake Lively’s backlash
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Campus Chronicles: Just the beginning
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The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Fall sports midseason recap
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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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Quiz: Which Starbucks seasonal drink should you order?
Quiz: Which Starbucks seasonal drink should you order?
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?
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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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The GH Falcon
Since Vanguard I, thousands of satellites and pieces of debris from rocket launches have been left in Earth’s orbit, posing a threat to future spacecraft expeditions. Photo used with permission from NASA via Unsplash.

Clogging up space

Miguel Carrasco Gomez, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
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