This article is substantially longer than my political counterparts’. Bear with me. This will be my longest post because it sets the foundation by which I will continue my writings. I know I speak for the minority at Manual High School. Democrats and Independents, please read this opinion piece. I think that you will find it [...]
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Why I lost faith in the president I adored
“This is it, this is what our country needs,” my mom hollered through the house while watching the presidential inauguration of Barack Obama. Half-heartedly listening, I happened to catch a few recurring words from the speech blaring through my television: change, hope, and promise. Words even a fourteen-year-old, politically unaware kid could relate to and [...]
United Nations needs to do more for Libyan people
To many, new technology means a simpler life. It means a new smart phone and a faster computer. But to some, it’s their only key to a virtual global library of free speech and public discussion: the internet. With the internet becoming more universally accessible, via laptops and smart phones, the world is consequently becoming [...]
Introduction to Dubstep
The lights cascade in swirling technicolor designs, appearing on walls, flashing on the guy in front of you, and contributing to the unrestrained, loud, sweaty party you’re in. The floor is littered with confetti, and glow sticks containing neon emerald goo are twirling in the air all around you, appearing like green stars amongst the [...]
Editorial: A Possible Solution, Starting the School Day Later
“I don’t know if we can ever fully close the achievement gap,” said Joe Burks, JCPS assistant superintendent, during a lecture. The achievement gap is what researchers call the difference in test scores and school performance between schools in an area. For example, 5 schools will do exceptionally well, while the remaining 7 will be [...]
Editorial: Chorus of a million voices
History is unfolding before our eyes. 18 days of protesting has left 300 dead, yet it ended with the ousting of Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak. Located in downtown Cairo, Tahrir (which means “Liberation”) Square is filled with the cheers of Egyptians rejoicing at the end of the 30-year dictatorship. Many hold up their hands in [...]
Editorial: For Success or Happiness
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you wake up ? Do you think that Today’s going to be a great day, I can’t wait to get to work? Or do you think It’s just another day , and I don’t really feel like going to work today? If you replied yes to [...]
Editorial: The Case for New Standards
The opinions expressed here are the views of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the students, administration, staff, or faculty of duPont Manual High School. This editorial was submitted by Emily McConville (10), special contributor to RedEye. Everybody is wondering why some schools score worse than others. Why schools [...]
Editorial: The JCPS Achievement Gap and The Planted Idea of Success
The opinions expressed here are the views of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the students, administration, staff, or faculty of duPont Manual High School. This editorial was submitted by Clayton Olash (10), special contributor to RedEye. Evan Willett nonchalantly opened some mail he found on his kitchen counter [...]
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