Sequoia Gregorich, Co-Content Editor It is a question pondered by many: How can Vashon be so ethnically diverse, yet so racially homogeneous? The first inhabitants on Vashon were the Sx̌ʷəBABš (Shone-MAH-mish), with an estimated population of 650. However, around 1720, George Vancouver “discovered” the island, and soon the ethnic and racial demographics changed drastically,…
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New York Narrative: Riptide takes a bit into Big Apple
By Jack Kelly, Business and Publishing Editor An orchestra of screeching metal fades into the background as we exit the subway, climbing into the stark city. The white snow contrasts with the dark of night as clusters of tired students joyfully chatter, discussing their captivating, yet draining, day at Columbia University. On March 12,…
Soccer bags mystery resolved
Katherine Kelly, Sports Editor Before her retirement, former girls soccer coach Karen Olson headed up the purchase of new sports bags so that the teams would have something to use for away games and equipment. Once enough money was accumulated by the coach, the girls team expected to receive the bags; however, the bags were…
‘Tale as Old as Time’ Changes for the Better
By Madison McCann, Editor-in-Chief Recently, Disney has been remaking many of its classic animations. It started with the remake of “Alice in Wonderland” in 2010. Then came “Cinderella” (2015) and “The Jungle Book” (2016). This year, it’s a live-action remake of “Beauty and the Beast,” directed by Bill Condon. My usual philosophy regarding animated…
Substitute teachers speak out about unsatisfactory wages
By Julian White-Davis, Photo Editor Substitute teachers are a vital part of any school system. They are the ones who maintain the flow of education in our schools when a full-time teacher is unavailable and are often retired teachers that still want to generate an income while being around kids. According to the Vashon…
Seniors Lose to Staff in first Bawlers vs. Ballers Game
Aria Mildon, Reporter School spirit soared through the crowds on March 24 at the basketball game. Students from all classes attended to see their favorite teachers shoot some hoops in the game named “Bawlers vs. Ballers” between the high school staff and seniors. Advertising leading up to the event featured a video of teachers…
School Board plans Neighborcare health care clinic for the high school
By Madeleine Dumais, Social Media and Distribution Editor Recently, the school board has begun discussing the proposition introduced by Neighborcare to place a health clinic in the high school. Neighborcare has previously established 12 in-school health clinics within Seattle — three of which are in high schools. “All of our current school-based health…
Giving it all: sports as a lifestyle
By Clara Atwell, Associate Business Editor Students find opportunities to challenge themselves at the high school, whether it’s through academics, clubs, sports or all three. Some are pushing themselves to the limit by playing on multiple sports teams at once — all while managing a demanding academic workload. Senior Katherine Andrus, who has been…
Food, Mood and Solitude: What’s the best ‘booch for your buck?
By Sasha Elenko, Co-Content Editor There are two types of people in this world: those who drink kombucha, and those who will burn in hell. For the sake of positivity, I will only be addressing the difficult choices faced by those who do not live under a rock. Namely, how does one choose a…
Hall passes turn students from individuals into numbers
By Anne Kehl, Managing Editor A frightening rumor passed through the school the week before Friday, March 10th. The infamous word previously only heard on movie screens had manifested in the hallowed halls of the school. Hall Pass. I was talking to my SMART teacher that Wednesday when he informed me that hall passes would…