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Kanye West, Childish Gambino and the Art of Creating a Political Dialogue BY DJ Lopes
Childish Gambino’s “This is America” has found a way to create a dialogue that Kanye was not able to replicate, and Kanye may end up seeing the harsh realities of what it’s like to be a modern contrarian in today’s politically divisive society.
CHS Students Travel to Beautiful Spain BY RITA STUBBS
The trip was a wonderful experience and would not have been the same without our amazing leader, Mrs. Macomber, and all of the other teachers who accompanied us.
Fortnite is taking over the world… and CHS BY ALLISON SHINSKEY
Fortnite. Chances are, you have heard the name. Perhaps you know that is is a popular video game. You might even play it yourself. No matter how familiar with it you are, it seems that nobody can deny that Fortnite has quickly taken the gaming world by storm, and CHS is no exception. While the game is mostly harmless fun at first glance, like many other video games, there is always the question of how addictive it is, and whether it is affecting students’ concentration in school, especially since it is available on mobile phone. To answer this, we will go over in detail what makes Fortnite so popular, and find out what both CHS students who play the game, and teachers think about this cultural phenomenon.
Helpful Tips to Prepare for Final Exams By Nathan Macomber
When preparing to study, plan out how you want to approach studying. You can make flashcards on Spanish vocab for a language final, review quizzes and tests and refresh your memory on the different formulas for the math final, and even reread the chapter on WWII for the history final.
CHS Students Visit France By Kacie Boeglin
Our first night in Paris was amazing. We left the hotel and walked alongside the Eiffel tower. Our eyes discovered the beautiful Seine River and the mystifying atmosphere. People were singing, playing guitars, rollerblading, skateboarding and having a great time with their friends.
The Hate U Give Book Review By Rob Petrarca
Have you ever wondered what racism has done to our community. What about the impact it has on the black community and the people it hurts? All of these questions are fully explored in Angie Thomas’s debut young adult novel The Hate U Give.
The CHS Music Department Visits Six Flags By Lily Mancini
The Coventry High School jazz band and chorus recently participated in the Music in the Parks Music Festival on April 27, 2018. The performances were held at Holyoke High School in Holyoke, Massachusetts while the ceremony was held at Sixth Flags in Agawam, Massachusetts. After performing, students from the schools spent the day at Six Flags Amusement Park awaiting the awards ceremony.
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District Budget Cuts Cause Teacher Layoffs COMMENTARY BY SARAH LOPES
On our last day of school, students may just have to leave CHS wondering why 42 teachers are not coming back next year. 42. That is unless we can get the Town Council members to do something to help at their next meeting on June 12th. Keep your ears open for ways to help.