York’s Medical Careers ventures beyond the classroom and into the hospital
Erin Quaid, Reporter
February 24, 2020
Students often say they wish that they could take classes geared towards their interests and their future professions in high school and with York’s Medical Careers program, seniors interested in entering the medical field are given the opportunity to do so. York’s Medical Career’s program (Med Car...
A Saucy Recipe: Try La Brigade’s Holy Trinity Sauce
Cate Chlystek, Reporter
February 14, 2020
La Brigade is York's most advanced cooking class. They cook themed recipes at varying skill levels for their customers at luncheons. To test out what it is they do, I made the Holy Trinity Sauce from their Cajun luncheon. Click here to test out the recipe for yourself! ...
Guac ‘N Tacos branches out in Elmhurst
Holly Kauck and Elly Fitzgerald
February 13, 2020
As customers walk in, the climate of a harsh, midwest winter fades into a warm, inviting Mexican taqueria. Colorful chairs, imported paintings and an aroma of spices fill the restaurant. The fourth location of an Elmhurst favorite, Guac 'N Tacos, is finally open for business. On Friday, Jan. 24, Guac 'N Tacos opened a n...
UTM: Nate Shockey
Joey Leonardo, Sports Editor
February 10, 2020
After a heartbreaking loss to Whitney Young in the sectional final last spring, many fans speculated that York had missed their chance at a state playoff run because they would lose four of their starting five heading into this season. However, that narrative quickly changed as, while basketball is certain...
Take this survey on your recycling habits
Katherine Steahly and Cate Chlystek
February 5, 2020
Click here to take an anonymous survey on your recycling habits!
York Drama student directors combine their creative visions for “Crazy Uncle Fest”
Laurel Baumann, Reporter
January 31, 2020
Most of the musicals and plays at York are directed by drama club sponsors John Forsythe and Rebecca Marianetti; however, for this year’s winter play students have had the opportunity to express their own creative input as student directors. This year, the winter festival, "Crazy Uncle Fest", consists of...
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Rachel Perry is a senior and is excited to be starting her fourth year on staff. She is the editor-in-chief of the yearbook for the upcoming year. At York, Rachel is involved in soccer, young politicians...
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This is Murphy’s third year on staff, and she is eager to take on the role as York’s first multimedia editor. Heavily invested in journalism, she hopes to help bridge the gap between both of York’s...
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Cate is a junior at York. She is a part of Book Club, Chinese Club, and Mural Club. In her free time, she loves to bake, read, and binge a crazy amount of TV.