Tumblr, one of the more “alternative” social media platforms, is ruled by trends: blogs dedicated to shows like Doctor Who or “fitblrs” focused on fitness tips. One of the largest growing platforms, dominated by young girls ranging from high school students to des étudiantes (as it’s an international trend) is #studyblr: a portmanteau of the… Read More The Studyblr Trend
*exercise caution in reading* Theodore Robert Cowell, commonly known as Ted Bundy, was born in Burlington, Vermont on November 24, 1946. His mother, Eleanor Cowell, gave birth to him in a home for unwed mothers as she was young and single at the time of his conception, and to her deeply religious parents, Eleanor and… Read More Do You Know About Ted Bundy?
A to a new year! For seniors, this is the year you’ve been waiting for! As for everyone else, I don’t really know, but I hope you have a good 2018. A to snow days. When we are inevitably sitting at home on a snow day, there’s a bunch of new season premieres and movies… Read More January Report Card
The amount the gift costs is not what’s important. What’s important is that it is thoughtful and creative and maybe even meaningful. Money can be tight for some people, especially around Christmas if you are a broke highschooler. Here’s a list of ten cheap gifts that you can give to your friends and family. Candy:You… Read More Cheap Last Minute Gifts
Ugly Christmas sweaters are almost everyone’s favorite item to help get them into the holiday spirit. Anyone can get away with wearing a cheap $5 sweater to school, a party, or even when they’re out of clean shirts and need to run to the grocery store. So, anyone in need of a holiday sweater can… Read More Ugly Christmas Sweaters You Should Buy
A to Almost Maine. Ms. Cometa’s first school play production was a success. We can’t speak for the entire student body, but I, Carina Wang was very touched, and acutely aware of how lonely and desperate for love I am. Our only complaint: we wish it was on for three days instead of only two.… Read More Yearly Report Card
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer, is singing loud for all to hear,” said Buddy the Elf (played by Will Ferrell) in the movie Elf. It’s the holiday season and one of the best ways to get into holiday joy is through music. Here is a list of songs to jam out and rock… Read More Holiday Playlist
Winter: A season where snow covers vast areas, warm drinks are shared with one another, and a group of Ledyard High School students dedicate their time to caroling at various gigs across Connecticut. The Ledyard Carolers aren’t just any ordinary after-school group but a holiday tradition dating back to 1974. Coming from such a small… Read More Better Connecticut: A Christmas Special
1. Watch Christmas movies Cuddle up under a blanket with friends and family in fuzzy socks, sweatpants and a sweater. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and you’re all set. 2. Bake Christmas cookies Enter a cookie swap and get your baking on! 3. Rock an ugly sweater There are so many different ways to… Read More Top 10 Things to do Before Christmas
Are you willing to be stabbed repeatedly by a tiny needle for hours on end to express yourself? Tattoos are a very controversial topic. Some see them as a way to express one’s self, others see it as a waste of money. What some think is cool at 18, may not stay the same at… Read More To Tattoo or Not to Tattoo
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