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Quinn Tolman, senior, embracing his character on stage during tech week.

The York Drama Department brings magic to the stage with the fall play

Student Council opens up winter movie voting

Student Council opens up winter movie voting

A large group of freshman girls ready to go to homecoming posing for a picture at a before party.

Pressure of having at date to homecoming looms over students, freshman especially

Student Council opens up badmanton voting

Student Council opens up badmanton voting

Briana Cruz, senior, makes a grand exit after the 4th period performance. "We all learn different things," Cruz said. "Showing that in Hispanic culture there is something called a quinceañera, it allows us to be a community all together by learning and by watching."

The quinceañera dances bring Latin culture to the York commons

Student Council Corner
Student Council opens up badmanton voting
Student Council opens up winter movie voting
Student Council opens voting for Halloween costume contest
Student Council Opens Blood Drive Sign-Ups for 10/24
News
Quinn Tolman, senior, embracing his character on stage during tech week.
The York Drama Department brings magic to the stage with the fall play
Samantha Shish, Co - Editor - in - Chief • November 13, 2024

This fall, the drama program put on their version of the show, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, a current large-scale, pop culture production. Smaller, more contemporary...

A student highlighting the "We Are D.U.K.E.S." expectations on a worksheet handed out during the first week of school.
New school slogan “We Are D.U.K.E.S.” strengthens culture and climate
Samantha Shish, Co - Editor in Chief • October 7, 2024
Students turn off their phones and put them away before every class.
New cellphone policy intends to keep students engaged
Natalie Tuleja, Journalist • September 30, 2024
Sports
Isabella Carrera (left) and Clara Fitzer, seniors, flexing in pride during a game.
Girls flag football club makes headway for more opportunities
Samantha Shish, Editor-in-Chief • December 4, 2024

This year, a girls flag football team was introduced. Other high schools in our conference have a flag football team, whether it’s an IHSA sport or a club, so sophomore...

Elizabeth Isyanov sets up for her singles match. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Isyanov
Elizabeth Isyanov overcomes challenges on the road to success
Marissa Delgado, Reporter • October 30, 2024
During media day Lexi Bennis and Lila Bennis pose for a sibling photo. “I’m excited for this season. Being able to play with my friends and my sister will be fun," Lexie said.
The Bennis sisters share a special season on Varsity Volleyball
Jaden Logan, Reporter • October 16, 2024
Breakaway! Varsity runners start strong in the “Meet of Champions”, the Palatine Invitational on 9/28. This conference meet is a turning point for the cross country season and it’s paramount that our runners give it their all.
Boys Cross Country team bounds back into action
Gavin Otto, Keil Rosen, Reporter • October 9, 2024
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Opinions
York-hi opens Senior Superlative nominations for 2024
York-hi opens Senior Superlative nominations for 2024
April 16, 2024

Senior superlative nominations are now open: https://forms.gle/KqZiMttHq8WD6poNA

York-hi opens 2024 Distinguished Teacher of the Year nominations
York-hi opens 2024 Distinguished Teacher of the Year nominations
April 9, 2024
Two different alarms, one for a normal school day and one for a late start day.
Lingering school days: it would be smart to subtract hours
Samantha Shish, Reporter • February 27, 2024
A student looks ahead at the large display, promoting an end to violence against women on Valentine's Day
Recognizing the reality of violence against women
Mia Barclay, Editorial Board • February 26, 2024
Arts & Entertainment
Junior Eva Vitellaro sings in YDC's rendition of Hot Honey Rag.
The Dance Program creates space for collaboration with the Winter Concert
Kate Brody, Editor-in-Chief • December 6, 2024

On November 14, the York Dance Program hosted its annual Winter Showcase. The concert included five dances, showcasing performers from both the Concert Dance class and York...

Quinn Tolman, senior, embracing his character on stage during tech week.
The York Drama Department brings magic to the stage with the fall play
Samantha Shish, Co - Editor - in - Chief • November 13, 2024
Nico Thorsen, senior, plays flute in the Symphony Band
The Collage Concert serves as a learning experience and a celebration of music.
Kate Brody and Cameron Johnsen • September 27, 2024
Oscars 2024: Who should (and will) win
Austin Shearer, Contributing Reporter • February 29, 2024