Ghostly Encounters

No one can explain the supernatural, which makes it intriguing to many. This school is no stranger to the paranormal, as it has its own share of supernatural events. One such center is that of the auditorium. Teacher Mr. Paul Spencer had a strange experience while using a projector in the auditorium. “As I’m sitting…

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Invest in Rest

High schoolers’ lives tend to revolve around school, sports, and friends. Keeping a balance among these things is necessary, but one very important thing many high school students tend to overlook is sleep. From ages 14 to 18, high schoolers are at a time of their lives in which their bodies are growing a changing….

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New Toys for Biology

The biology department has purchased new science equipment for labs. Students will be able to use the gear throughout the various biology, anatomy, and physiology classrooms. Covid-19 funding provided the money needed to purchase the equipment.  For Dr. Jennifer Gilley, the new equipment provides opportunities for more labs. She said, “We, through pandemic funding, have…

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A Marathon, Not A Sprint

At nine in the morning, Georgiana Burnside was preparing to ski with a group of friends. About fifteen minutes later, something unpredictable happened that would transform her life. During spring break, Georgiana, a figure skater and sister of senior Ellis Burnside, went skiing in Aspen, Colorado. In the middle of a ski run, she skied…

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From First To Last

The LiftoffNews Editors find it important in this time to feature and highlight the work of our staff. A centerpiece of the Rocket journalism team is photojournalist Phillip Zawislak. Far too often, his work goes unnoticed and unthanked. Today, he is recognized. Without further ado, a selection of photos by Phillip Zawislak.

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Creative Ways to Hang Out

With the coronavirus keeping everyone cooped up in their houses, one thing people miss the most is their friends. I want to give some ideas to everyone who hasn’t been able to see their friends since the coronavirus shut everything down. The coronavirus has caused schools, sit down restaurants, and other public areas to be…

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