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The Iran war and the genocide in Gaza are morally wrong and internationally unpopular; the rest of the world should take a page out of Spain’s book and stand up.

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College remains an important option for many, but it should not be the only realistic choice for students after high school.

The Upholstery of Childhood

Time flows, life swirls, and digging in your feet will only cause you to fall.

James Brown- Live at the Apollo

I projected the live performance of James Brown over the top to incorporate the visual imagery related to his music.

Commentary: Cuts to NOAA Endanger Us All

NOAA’s educational grant programs fund student organized research, providing educational opportunities to scientifically passionate scholars. 

The Road Warrior: George Miller’s Passion for Action

The Road Warrior feels like the quintessential Mad Max film.

Spain Stood Up to the United States. The Rest of the World Should Follow Suit

The Iran war and the genocide in Gaza are morally wrong and internationally unpopular; the rest of the world should take a page out of Spain’s book and stand up.

Post 58 Gets Teens Out Into Nature

Post 58 is a nonprofit that brings together Portland area teens from different high schools by organizing excursions into the outdoors.

NWA Robotics Team Dreams Big

The NWA robotics team, Sky Rat Robotics, made it to the Oregon State Championship and finished in the top half of all contestants this March. 

Reading Is Not a Dying Art

The United States is currently at its lowest literacy levels since 1992.

Conan the Barbarian: A Conservative Fantasy with Universal Appeal

The most compelling thing about Conan is its suggestion that everyone, regardless of beliefs, is more barbaric than they want to admit.

NWA Humanities Department Doesn’t Shy Away from Difficult Material

The Humanities department is in constant conversation about what kind of texts are appropriate in the classroom, how to properly facilitate thoughtful reading of that subject matter and how to navigate discussion.

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Commentary: Proceed Cautiously with Hybrid Masking Rules

"We should keep a close eye on Covid cases. Even these less restrictive rules might only be necessary for a couple of weeks, and if Covid cases continue to drop, the school can continue to remove safety measures. Still, it’s vital that we use prudent discretion in our decision making."

Commentary: Cuts to NOAA Endanger Us All

NOAA’s educational grant programs fund student organized research, providing educational opportunities to scientifically passionate scholars. 

Clean & Safe: The Good, the Bad and the Dirty

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Julian’s Superheroes

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This summer my family took a trip to Ireland.

The Art You Love

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Void Of Course

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Death Poems

I will keep you on my wall And watch you burn Until hell freezes over.

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Dear Paul (A Satire)

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77th Street

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Two Poems

"You are wasting time, wasting me away when already you’ve wasted it all."

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