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Black Panther: The power of representation

Amissa Page-Samuels, Online Executive Editor February 22, 2018

Thousands of people packed into theaters last weekend for the opening of Marvel’s Black Panther, a film expected to make history for its positive presentation of African culture.      “You don’t...

Upcoming Local Concerts

Cam Mulvihill, Entertainment Editor February 22, 2018

Award shows give social movements greater plaforms

Award shows give social movements greater plaforms

Sophie Monzo, Entertainment Editor February 22, 2018

The Grammy Awards was host to one of the biggest stages not only for music, but also for activism that reaches beyond Hollywood.             At the Grammys, many A-list stars took the spotlight...

Student voices push formal dance to spring

Sofie Kennedy, Entertainment Editor February 22, 2018

Mask on.      The Frosh/Soph formal, Masquerade Ball, takes place after being postponed for three months.      “A lot of consideration has gone into this year’s freshman/sophomore formal,”...

Time's Up supporters must practice what they preach

Time’s Up supporters must practice what they preach

Miyoki Walker and Miyoki Walker February 22, 2018

That guy wearing a “Time’s Up” button on the red carpet supports sexual predators. 2017, dubbed “the year of reckoning” by the Chicago Tribune, was chock full of sexual assault allegations and...

Peace, love, and music

Peace, love, and music

Sophie Monzo, Entertainment Editor December 15, 2017

Although the various music programs rarely perform together, the Holiday Musical Festival allows student musicians to showcase various skills in this holiday show. “The show is very festive, and we...

Step Up! E-squad creates tight team bond

Cam Mulvihill, Entertainment Editor December 15, 2017

Family togetherness All teams are close making for good chemistry, but E-Squad’s bond goes beyond is consider family like. “It’s just a bond you can’t get anywhere else,” says coach Djuwanna...

"Get Out" as a comedy is the real joke

“Get Out” as a comedy is the real joke

Miyoki Walker, Entertainment Columnist December 15, 2017

Who’s laughing? Get Out, released in late February, gained instant critical acclaim for its portrayal of black oppression in the face of white liberalism. Following Chris, a black male meeting his white...

The ETHS Dance Company will take the stage on December 20th for their annual winter showcase.

Students exhibit their craft at Winter Dance Showcase

Nathan Shankar, Online Executive Editor December 8, 2017

‘Tis the season. The ETHS Dance Company is getting ready for their 3rd annual Winter Dance Showcase. Featuring numbers in styles as varied as Bollywood, hip hop, and contemporary, as well as pieces...

Stop romanticizing statutory rape

Stop romanticizing statutory rape

Miyoki Walker, Entertainment Editor November 21, 2017

Don’t let shows like Riverdale and Pretty Little Liars fool you. Statutory rape is illegal, unhealthy and should not be depicted on screen for teenage audiences. Riverdale, a CW produced adaptation...

Students request changes to formal dance

Students request changes to formal dance

Sofie Kennedy, Entertainment Editor November 21, 2017

As the seasons change, students want the Dec. 9 Fresh- man/Sophomore Formal dance to do the same. “The dance has not changed much since it was first introduced. Although, we are getting a lot...

Jasper Davidoff, Audrey Wientjes, Simon Lequar, Theresa Tsaggaris, and John Johnson practice for the show.

Jazz Band showcases skills at Big Band concert

Cam Mulvihill, Entertainment Editor November 21, 2017

Bands on bands. The Big Band Concert on Dec. 5-6 in the ETHS Auditorium will feature swing music from the 30s and 40s played by each level of Jazz Band. Big Band Jazz consists of four sections...

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