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Winterfest Court Announcement
Winterfest Court Announcement
2022 Science Olympiad State Competition Results
2022 Science Olympiad State Competition Results
2022 Winterfest Court Announcement
2022 Winterfest Court Announcement
FHC Inspires Announcement
FHC Inspires Announcement
Bandtasia announcement and information
Bandtasia announcement and information
Josie Luyckx (left) and her twin Sophie Luyckx posing together for a cute photo.
Tales from twins at FHC
TED Talks are difficult to give, but with the right help every student can be successful.
As the TED talks at FHC are coming up, students are trying to see through the negatives and think about the ways this new opportunity will benefit them
Mia appreciates her pets immensely because of how much joy they bring to her life.
For senior Mia Stibitz, pets are a paramount part of everyday life
The HOSA club also does many community outreach and fundraising activities, such as their can drive.
FHC’s HOSA club presents a much needed opportunity for students to find out who they are
The FHC Science Olympiad team at one of their competitions, ready to take on the day.
Science Olympiad immerses students in the vast world of STEM while building connections with peers
Mia appreciates her pets immensely because of how much joy they bring to her life.
For senior Mia Stibitz, pets are a paramount part of everyday life
Hayden Tanner, #3, playing with his high school team.
Hayden Tanner finds his way through high school with the sport of hockey
Audrey Milanowski (back right) with the fellow stage crew members that she works with behind the scenes.
Stumbling backstage by chance, Audrey Milanowski transformed her shyness into a knack for direction
Ellie Stone has been dancing for as long as she can remember. And is now a member of the FHC Varsity dance team.
Ellie Stone’s life has been shaped by dance
Keyan Roelfzema manages to balance all of his extracurriculars seamlessly.
Junior Keyan Roelfzema balances a unique job, competitive athletics, and demanding school work with humility and balance
Forest Hills Public Schools School Board President Kristen Fauson 2022
Q&A with FHC school board president Kristen Fauson
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Before I know it, everything is going to be different.
Life, exactly as it is
It was only a year ago, but so much has changed since then.
It’s almost time to say goodbye
A few of my many memories with her throughout the years.
Don’t forget to remember me
The Doomsday Clock has moved closer than ever to midnight, and a failure to recognize this by world leaders could end in catastrophe.
One second closer to the end: how the Doomsday Clock moved closer than ever to midnight
I'm discovering the fun in a sport I started to hate.
I’m rediscovering the joy of a sport that I grew to hate
So Close to What by Tate McRae is a masterpiece that will be sung by everyone for years to come.
Tate McRae transcends expectations in her new album, So Close to What
Bridget Jones has sadly made her final appearance as a fan-favorite rom-com lead.
Bridget Jones 4: Mad About the Boy only proves the fact that every girl deserves a Mark Darcy in their life
The movie cover for Kinda Pregnant, with the lead "Lainy" in the movie.
The movie Kinda Pregnant has a deeper message beyond what many people are seeing
Flow is in contention to become the first Latvian film ever to win an Academy Award.
Flow, with stunning animation and a universality of nature without dialogue, is likely to win Latvia’s first ever Academy Award at this year’s Oscars
Sabrina Carpenter's Short n' Sweet (Deluxe) contains five brand-new tracks.
Sabrina Carpenter has finished, the Short n’ Sweet era with the deluxe edition’s release
The white peach flavor of the ZOA zero sugar drink.
ZOA Energy “rocked” my energy drink world
A Scooter's Coffee drive-through: quick and convenient.
Scooter’s Coffee was spirited and speedy
The great drink I had and the even better cat I cuddled with.
The Happy Cat Café’s revamp renders it complete
An example of delicious french fries (although I would need to taste them to really know their merit)
A comprehensive(ish) ranking of West Michigan french fries
The image displays a can of Vernors Black Cherry Ginger Soda
Vernors Black Cherry initially sparked satisfaction, only to end in a flat sigh
So Close to What by Tate McRae is a masterpiece that will be sung by everyone for years to come.
Tate McRae transcends expectations in her new album, So Close to What
Sabrina Carpenter's Short n' Sweet (Deluxe) contains five brand-new tracks.
Sabrina Carpenter has finished, the Short n’ Sweet era with the deluxe edition’s release
A cover of "2 Hands" by Tate McRae giving people a glimpse of the music video.
Tate McRae’s new song “2 Hands” explores different love languages with a focus on the importance of physical touch
The album cover for singer Lily Forte's album, "Can't Handle Hollywood."
Singer Lily Forte blends rock and roll with raw emotion to create a gut-wrenching debut album
143 by Katy Perry was one of her worst albums and was not received well by critics.
Katy Perry’s new album 143 is not the “Roar” I was hoping for
The poster for Disney's Moana 2, released on Nov. 27.
Moana 2, despite box office numbers, is a telling sign that Disney executives have lost sight of Walt Disney’s legacy
The poster for Laufey’s A Night at the Symphony: Hollywood Bowl, released on Dec. 6.
Laufey’s A Night at the Symphony: Hollywood Bowl depicts her most paramount concert yet in stunning visual form
Despicable Me 4 poster of characters Gru
Despite the backlash, Despicable Me 4 makes for a fast-paced yet family-friendly movie
The official poster for the movie, Spy x Family CODE: White. Owned and release by Crunchyroll
Spy X Family CODE: White is a fulfilling watch for those enjoying family adventure and action-packed animation
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire was a visual masterpiece.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is the great new addition to the Godzilla franchise
the picture preview of the Netflix show my life with the Walter boys
My Life With The Walter Boys is a new favorite feel good series of mine
Season four cover for HSMTMTS
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series had four seasons too many
The poster for the second season of The Summer I turned Pretty on Amazon Prime Video.
The second season of The Summer I Turned Pretty has me waiting in agony for the third
The Last of Us is a expertly crafted masterpiece worth your time and attention
The Last of Us is a expertly crafted masterpiece worth your time and attention
The poster for Amazon Prime Video's new series: Daisy Jones & The Six
Amazon Prime Video’s Daisy Jones & The Six was captivating in its creative storytelling
The cover for Emily Henry's latest book.
With incredibly witty banter and a notable storyline, Funny Story continues Emily Henry’s long line of spectacular romance novels
The cover of Spears's autobiography, "The Woman in Me."
Britney Spears’s “The Woman in Me” offers up a collection of fragmentary thoughts that, despite their lack of emotional depth, hook the reader
Reading classic books may seem boring but are essential for learning.
FHC’s required classics go from great to painful
I wish it was easier to forget Memory Lane
I wish it was easier to forget Memory Lane
Although The Spanish Love Deception had potential, it was an overall disappointment.
The Spanish Love Deception fell short of minimal romance standards
A picture of the improv team at the end of their show.
Improv Central 2022 prompted laughs from start to finish
High School Musical Jr. opening night gives the original High School Musical a run for its money
High School Musical Jr. opening night gives the original High School Musical a run for its money
Image of the playbill created by Jess Siswick for Ratatouille: The Tiktok Musical
Ratatouille: The Tiktok Musical was impressive for its time frame
FHC’s production of The Crucible was a success due to immense passion and utter talent
FHC’s production of The Crucible was a success due to immense passion and utter talent
Improv After Dark’s talented cast provided an entertaining, humorous show for a mature audience
Improv After Dark’s talented cast provided an entertaining, humorous show for a mature audience
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Genshin Impact’s Fontaine Archon quest was the end as they knew it
The belligerent truth of Biggby's felonious fall menu
The belligerent truth of Biggby’s felonious fall menu
One of the many pathways we walked under, every picture is taken by me.
With flashing colors and blinding lights, John Ball Zoo’s lantern festival is a blazing spectacle
The great drink I had and the even better cat I cuddled with.
The Happy Cat Café’s revamp renders it complete
These are my two favorite patterns of Chaco sandals currently.
Step into this summer with new sandals
Before I know it, everything is going to be different.
Life, exactly as it is
It was only a year ago, but so much has changed since then.
It’s almost time to say goodbye
A few of my many memories with her throughout the years.
Don’t forget to remember me
I'm discovering the fun in a sport I started to hate.
I’m rediscovering the joy of a sport that I grew to hate
In March, the early spring rejuvenates the soul (along with matcha lattes of course)!
March, earl grey matcha lattes, turning 17, and four-leaf clovers
A collection of memories created with people I don’t want to say goodbye to.
I wish: I never want to say goodbye
This is my third annual birthday column, and it's weird to imagine I will only write one more.
An ode to February, pink sunsets, and the world falling into place
How could someone care so little about something so beautiful?
Something gold could stay
Many photos that have taken place here, memories from which I will cherish.
I wish you were the setting of all of my stories
I've been loving life lately, yet there is so much unknown clouding my every moment.
An ode to my unpoetic, idyllic slump
As I flipped through the images that swept through the storm of chaos, I saw her: the happiest girl I could have possibly become.
The ongoing, everlasting concept of time: the final part
This version of her will forever be with me; the carrier of her flame will simply change.
In this moment – her flame begins to flicker
Here she is: just a little seed at this point, figuring out how to take root.
In this moment — the sweet adage of a dandelion
A culmination of images and titles that have appeared within the past 199 stories.
In this moment – 200
A moment buried in the in-between, a moment that will define this time in vibrant colors.
In this moment – the in-between
Kiera, Addy, me, and Sof on decision day. The four four-year TCT veterans are all going to different colleges :(
A televised edition: finale—peanut butter, dermaplaning, alex g, and being in hundreds of dollars of debt to my sister’s door
A sunny November day—I never expect one, but I always hope.
A televised edition: episode 12—weather channel
Even through there were voices in the air, the night was quiet.
A televised edition: episode 11—silent movie
The cookie I was allowed to decorate when I was little; it's supposed to be Ash Ketchum
A televised edition: episode 10—cooking show
A picture that my friends always use to prove that I do have a phone addiction.
A televised edition: episode 9—advertisement
a picture of my vison board on my desk right next to my bed, so I can wake up and be reminded of my goals.
Looking at my past, being in my present, dreaming of my future: age 17
The Doomsday Clock has moved closer than ever to midnight, and a failure to recognize this by world leaders could end in catastrophe.
One second closer to the end: how the Doomsday Clock moved closer than ever to midnight
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, since the inauguration, have been working closely.
Donald Trump has placed billionaire Elon Musk as the head of a made-up department in the U.S. government, bringing down USAID
A behind the scenes selfie from the show Stranger Things, one of Netflix's few quality originals.
Netflix, second screening, and why I’ll stick with Max
The number of legislators' criminal charges have been on the rise in the last two decades, and only we can stop it.
Legislative crime is on the rise: remember who you’re voting for
Raging fires in California are impacting the Golden state greatly.
What once was a Golden State is now going up in flames with wildfire outbreaks worse than ever
Anora director Sean Baker delivered four speeches on Oscars night, with the movie itself taking home five awards.
A comprehensive overview of 2025 Oscars night speeches: The good, the bad, and the tone deaf
A photo of a gift basket from Pinterest that perfectly represents an inspiration of what to give people
A thoughtful guide to gift-giving
Some of my favorite lip products, and some that I wouldn't spend my money on.
Lippies that are worth your money and some that are definitely not
Even if our pets don't exactly look like Disney princesses, sometimes they definitely act like it.
Matching pets with their Disney Princess twin
"Heat Waves" by Glass Animals became the longest-charting song on the Hot 100 of all time.
Underappreciated music artists that deserve some more hype
Photo Gallery: Valentine's Day and Jersey Day
Photo Gallery: Valentine’s Day and Jersey Day
Photo Gallery: Macho Volleyball 2025
Photo Gallery: Macho Volleyball 2025
Photo Gallery: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs Catholic Central
Photo Gallery: Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs Catholic Central
Photo Gallery: Boys Varsity Basketball vs Holland
Photo Gallery: Boys Varsity Basketball vs Holland
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Assembly 2024
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Assembly 2024
The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

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May 10, 2017
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