STUDENTS IN SCIENCE: Senior embraces science courses
Senior Maya Hartung has spent high school exploring science through advanced coursework.
Lavanya Dixit ’27, Health and Sciences Editor
Science Olympiad showcases skills at state competition
Haven’s team came home with eight top-10 finishes and ranked 13th at the state-level tournament.
Protecting student voices: Google AI overviews alter relationships with research, digital awareness
As Google incorporates Gemini-powered summaries in their search engine, students may experience increased efficiency at the cost of creativity.
Rapidly growing bird flu cases urge action, awareness
As H5N1 bird flu continues to mutate, its threat to humans increases, and surveillance and preparedness are more necessary than ever.
Immune boosting supplements cause controversy
Immune boosting supplements are glorified, but do they live up to the hype?
STUDENTS IN SCIENCE: Senior explores environmental science through real-world experience
Senior Eme Choi has spent high school exploring her interest in environmental science.
Eco-anxiety concerns spread, prompting action
Understanding what’s going on with our environment is important, but knowledge can be heavy and anxiety-inducing at times.
STUDENTS IN SCIENCE: Senior explores engineering through invention, real-world impact
Senior Dheer Parikh has spent his past two summers engaging in engineering to both learn and create.
SEPTA budget cuts burden community
As SEPTA faces funding cuts, the community is left dealing with longer commutes, higher costs, and growing uncertainty.
mRNA research funding freeze sparks concern in science community
As federal funding for mRNA research dwindles, educators warn that the cut could lead to a slowdown of innovation, and encourage a call to action.
Kissing bug reports emphasize importance of outdoor awareness
These blood-feeding insects serve as a reminder to stay educated and aware of the potential hazards in nature.
PANTHER ‘PINION: Redefine your routine to embrace each day fully
Take a step back to evaluate how repetitive each day can become.
Recent research reveals ChatGPT affects brain functioning
A study by MIT indicates that using ChatGPT alters the way the brain responds to a prompt.
Public media memories left defunded
PBS must limit access to its content, leaving teachers and families struggling to fill the gap.
Crozer Health closure impacts community, affects students
After the healthcare provider and employer closed, former employees find themselves struggling to find new employment, and the community struggles to make up for the loss of services.
AI in computer science raises questions, generates appeal
AI’s ability to quickly generate lines of code may seem dangerous for the job market, but it could also lead to fascinating advancements.
PIAA revises policies, responding to executive orders
The PIAA removes transgender policy and references to gender to comply with Trump’s orders.
First Haven girls wrestling season wraps up, foreshadows promising future
This past season has sparked many girls’ interests in wrestling, providing a place for girls to explore this upcoming sport.
CRITTER CORNER: Honey, Pippin, Stella
Nate Mitchell talks about his bond with his two dogs and tortoise.
Holiday traditions bring nostalgia, joy to school community
Discover how decorating halls and following traditions uplifts students and staff.
ATHLETE OF THE ISSUE: Sophomore Laila Roe brings defense, leadership to field
From soccer to field hockey, sophomore Laila Roe has built off of her past to bring her to her current success.
2024 sports funding unveiled with new uniforms
Many factors go into funding Strath Haven’s many sports teams to ensure equal funding and representation.
Student-athletes sign commitments for college
Some current senior student-athletes at Strath Haven have committed to colleges to pursue their education and sport further.
CRITTER CORNER: Pockets, Buttons, Evie, Colonel Basher
Freshman shares her bond with her two cats and two dogs.
CRITTER CORNER: Olly the Yorkie
Senior shares her bond with her dog.
CRITTER CORNER: Harold, Gizmo, Houdini
Junior twins share their bond with their dogs.
Bird flu: Covid reimagined?
Bird flu human transmission poses lethal threats.
Strath Haven reacts to full semester using Schoology
After a semester to get used to Schoology, many students and teacher have strong opinions.
Recent overcomings foreshadow promising future for robotics team
The robotics team’s effort this year sets up an exciting future.
CRITTER CORNER: Parakeets Banana, Sunny, Bubbles
Junior shares how life is like living with three birds.
CRITTER CORNER: Tiny, the musical mastermind
Staff member has a special connection to his chihuahua.
Mistreatment of school and classroom libraries prompts staff intervention
Teachers and staff members created their own measures to protect their libraries from abuse.
CTE studies question school sports’ safety
Updated research on head trauma in youth sports means that athletes and staff should stay vigilant.
CRITTER CORNER: Chloe the Husky Lab
Sophomore shares his bond with his dog, Chloe.
Return of OG Fortnite invokes enthusiasm among community of gamers
Fortnite’s original version is back, and some students are hopping back onto its battle bus.
CRITTER CORNER: Lu the Horse
Senior shares her and her horse’s heartwarming bond.
High schoolers during Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner– how are high school students celebrating?
Critter Corner: Gus the corn snake
In our inaugural feature, freshman Anna Karpyn shares her and her pet corn snake’s unique bond.
Return of King Field prompts excitement, adaptation
Sports teams have mixed perspectives on the new turf.
Heat wave inconveniences activities
As summer leaves intense heat in our area, the school environment was adversely affected.
