Instead of finishing the school year alongside classmates and bidding farewell to teachers, students will be wrapping up the academic term at home. For seniors, this presents a different approach to parting ways with high school. As a result of this unexpected change, there have been many efforts to honor the graduating class. One of […]
Author: Olivia Budzevski
Teachers’ influence provides several valuable experiences
There is nothing quite like the influence of a teacher. When young children begin their education, they also embark on the path to their greatest form of development. Not only do students obtain the knowledge they need to live successful lives, but they come to realize the impact that an excellent teacher can make. Throughout […]
Essential businesses, workers look to maintain CDC standards amongst outbreak
Empty parking lots, quiet streets and vacant school buildings are just some examples of the visible impact of COVID-19. In an effort to reduce the number of cases worldwide, citizens are only allowed by law to visit essential businesses. Among these, the most prominent include grocery stores and medical facilities. Locations such as Cancer Health […]
Lack of productivity is normal in current world situation
At a time in which the functions of the world are at a standstill, it can be quite easy to become antsy or stir-crazy. Many individuals have turned to new hobbies or methods to stay productive while quarantined. While these efforts are valid and completely beneficial, it is also understandable to lack motivation. Something that […]
Adoption of negative demeanor can hinder relationships with others, self-esteem
In a world where freedom of speech opens doors for communication, there comes the possibility of absentminded conversational choices. Insults and negative interactions have become normalized among individuals in their everyday activities. Personal Skills and Exceptional Learners teacher Branden Lorek feels as though this approach to relationships is only acceptable if both parties understand its […]
Music tastes should not be criticized; they vary between listeners
Music is the language of the soul. There are many genres and a variety of sounds for any occasion. For some, it can be a passion. For others, it may just be an enjoyable factor of life. Whatever the case may be, the open-ended aspect of music is what makes it so special. Everyone has […]
COVID-19 pandemic causes global shutdowns, multiple school cancellations
From the closure of schools and businesses to empty aisles in supermarkets, the COVID-19 outbreak has seen its effects on multiple aspects of daily life. As of now, all schools in Lake and Porter counties have been closed temporarily. Gov. Eric Holcomb has also required all restaurants and bars to close within the state of […]
Rescued once, loved forever : Mother, daughter duo works to support, rescue retired greyhounds
It only takes a single moment to get inspired to do something that will change lives forever. CPCSC Media Coordinator, Julie Woodburn, experienced this moment in the past, and decided to act upon it. “About 23 years ago, I saw a flyer at the vet,” Julie said. “The flyer said that if retired racing greyhounds […]
Life altering movies : Motion-pictures cause powerful change in societal norms, outlooks
The dimming of the lights causes a hush to grow over the enthusiastic voices as the screen begins to dance with color. There is something so remarkable about the way a movie theater can bring a group of strangers together. Movies are a combination of various forms of art. They contain music, elements of literature, […]