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Our Dress Code Seems “Suit-able” to Me

Many students complain about the Nutley High school dress code; but, I feel there is a lot of freedom when it comes to what students want to wear. Many come to school in tank tops and tube tops and boys come in tank tops and slides and slippers. No teachers say anything, and comparing that to middle school and elementary school, students have a lot more freedom.

 

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Arts and Music Stir Student Creativity

 

In an era where science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, also known as STEM education, often takes the spotlight, the importance of arts and music education should not be overlooked. While STEM subjects really do play an important part in the world, the arts and music play a pivotal role in shaping well-rounded people and allow creativity, a quality that is essential for success in any field. 

 

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Is social media creating lazy students?

You know how sometimes we have a big test to study for,  but, instead of reviewing our notes or reading the chapters, we end up spending hours on our phone?  That's what social media does to most students. Instead of studying or doing homework, we get stuck scrolling through TikTok or Instagram. We're so busy watching videos and texting our friends that we forget about our schoolwork.

 

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Tables or Desks?

Desks. They’re a symbol of the education system. An outdated, uncomfortable symbol of the education system. Not only are desks extremely uncomfortable to sit in, but they may be inhibiting the learning process in the classroom.

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Let’s Make Senior Study Halls History

High school is a time for students to develop into young adults while preparing for the next phase of their lives. High schoolers can have a lot on their plate at times, from attending classes, doing homework and projects, participating in extracurricular activities, preparing for standardized testing, and the list can go on. One of the most ineffective courses that high schools provide is a study hall period. These designated periods give students the opportunity to catch up on studying, work on homework, and complete projects and such.

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Words are power, but your device is on low battery

There is nothing better than cozying up on your couch with a nice book, or, in more recent cases, with a blue-light emitting screen. Instead of flipping through crisp pages with their fingers, lots of people are finding themselves scrolling down their phones to get to the next chapter. Ebooks are becoming the new generation’s version of literature. They’re highly accessible, cheap, and you can find practically any book you want to read. But is online reading taking away from the true book experience?

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Exams or Candygrams?

The holidays are a time for people to spend time with their family and friends, and in some cases exchange gifts and presents. Whether it’s someone’s lover, friend, family, or any other acquaintance in their life, holidays are typically for appreciation and love for each other. One common act of affection is buying chocolates and other candies, and the candygram service at Nutley High School is a great way to do that. However, students seeing their peers receiving loads of candy during class while they receive nothing can make them feel left out.

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College Tuition Prices Continue to Rise, Making Higher Education Unaffordable for Many

In recent years, the cost of higher education has skyrocketed, with college tuition prices reaching all-time highs. According to a recent report by the College Board, the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2022-2023 academic year is $10,090 for in-state public universities and $36,880 for private universities. This is a significant increase compared to previous years and has put a strain on many families and students who are struggling to afford higher education.

 

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Why sex ed should be taught before Junior Year in NHS

* Names have been changed.

Sexual education in high school is a sensitive subject, but the topic needs to be discussed more. Here at NHS, sex ed is taught in junior year; however, what is known about high school juniors is that many of them have already begun having sex before they first step into their sex-ed class. Nearly three in ten 13-year-olds to 16-year-olds are sexually active and “have been with someone in an intimate or sexual way,” according to NBC News. 

 

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Starbucks & Dunkin Fall Drinks Review

Fall is arguably one of the best seasons, especially the drinks. Every year stores like Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts come out with their seasonal specials. This year they even have some new additions like Dunkin’s Blood Orange Refresher and Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato. People rave about the drinks waiting for them to return, but how good are they?

 

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NFL Players Who Need Breakout Seasons

Every season, every NFL team has a few players that have a “breakout season.” Some are expected and some are very unexpected. In order for a player to breakout, they must have things go right, whether its cause of coaching, schemes, team chemistry or more. For example someone who had a big breakout season last year was Maxx Crosby. I’ll be talking about players that I think will have a breakout season and ones that need a breakout season. 

 

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Harry Styles Drops New Album Harry’s House

Almost two and half years after Harry Styles released his second album, “Fine Line,”  his third album “Harry’s House” dropped. "Harry's House" contains 13 new songs, each of which captures a unique, distinct experience in the 28-year-life old's life.

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The Goodness Of Pride

Pride Month began in 1969 and continues to be a big event each June, throughout the country.

My opinion on pride month is it is a great thing to have, but it can also be dangerous.

 

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The Potential Overturning of Roe v. Wade

There has recently been a large amount of controversy and attention pressed onto the Roe v. Wade supreme court decision. It was passed on January 22, 1973, and was a landmark decision in regards to women's reproductive rights. At its barest bones, this case legalized abortion across the United States. 

 

However, recently this decision has been put at risk and put under close scrutiny.