NEWS
How to be a better transgender ally
By River Powers, Reporter Most of us like to think that Vashon Island High School is accepting of transgender people, but the truth is that it could be better....Read More
The changes in mental health during different seasons
By Meah McInerney, Reporter Seasonal depression is more than just being sad or depressed during certain months of the year; it is a medical diagnosis. Due to the start of the school year and change of seasons, many students...Read More
Southworth commuters discuss their ferry experiences
By Lillian Doiron-Wahlstrom, Reporter The community of Southworth commuters is very small. However, many of the commuters from the Kitsap Peninsula have expressed discontent with the way that their commute is handled by the school...Read More
Seniors struggle whether to follow the heart or follow the gold
By Gus McSheehy, Reporter Passion or profit—this is the debate that everyone has had to face at some point. The choice between passion and profit is a conflicting and important decision that will stay relevant throughout a student’s future....Read More
Students and faculty discuss VHS’s bathroom policy
By Selene Dalinis, Reporter This year, the bathroom policy has become more restrictive compared to previous years....Read More
Comparing American and European schools
By Margherita Nelumbio, Reporter Nowadays, many American students think that high schools in other countries are better, especially in Europe....Read More
Students look forward to their first Hoco after “Noco”
By Sutton Archambault, Reporter & Ashley Rice, Reporter This October, Vashon Island High School will be hosting its first official Homecoming since 2019...Read More
SPORTS
PEOPLE
2022 fall sports kick off to a great start
By Emily Harrington, Reporter The 2022 fall sports season at Vashon Island High School is off to a great start, with six different sports in progress. This year's teams are excited to be playing again, and look forward to upcoming competitions...Read More
VHS commences the new year with a new crew
By Jett Legry, Reporter The start of the new school year isn’t all Vashon Island High School is welcoming, as a batch of new staff is also beginning their first year at the highschool...Read More
A&E
Final upcoming films of 2022
Final upcoming films of 2022 Reporter If you’re a movie fan, I’m sure you’re wondering if there are any more big projects coming out this year. Well, you’re in luck! Here are just some of the few new movies coming out in the last months of 2022....Read More
Rina Sawayama releases her sophomore album “Hold The Girl”
By Lily Isakson-Bell, Reporter Going into "Hold The Girl," Rina Sawayama's sophomore album, I wasn't sure what to expect....Read More
Start Birken-stocking up on boston clogs
By Eva Nelson, Reporter Birkenstocks have always been popular, but...Read More
“Nope” is actually a yes
By Josie Martinez, Reporter “Nope” is written and directed by Jordan Peele, who also directed blockbuster movies “Get Out” and “Us.” “Nope” follows the story of two siblings running a horse ranch for Hollywood films in California...Read More
OPINION
Tuition inflation and its effects
By Jayce Speer-McMullen, Reporter In previous generations, it was very feasible for many to pay their own way through college by simply working; however...Read More
Top twelve Trader Joe's fall favorites you should look out for this fall
By Sophia Litton, Reporter These fall favorites will have you running to buy them. ...Read More
BeReal or BeFake, just delete the app for heavensake!
Mackenzie Guadagno, Managing Editor I can no longer silently watch people ignorantly fall for BeReal’s advertising campaign which can only be described as manipulative, lazy, and—unfortunately—brilliant....Read More