Lavanya Dixit ’27, Sports Editor
Policies barricade measures to prevent bird flu outbreak
With increasing cases decimating the poultry population and reduced disease-prevention funding, bird flu poses a larger threat than ever.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: More than just ‘winter blues’
Weather changes can impact your mood. Science is involved.
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.
ATHLETE OF THE ISSUE: Katie Stack, Ultimate Frisbee
After bringing home a gold medal from world competition, Katie Stack is ready for a successful Haven Ultimate season.
Spring sports season eagerly awaited
Starting in the beginning of March, spring sports will begin having tryouts and practices.
Energy drinks or energy drain?
Though Strath Haven students find themselves consuming caffeinated beverages to increase energy and productivity, this may not always be the result.
CRITTER CORNER: Gus provides outdoor fun
Sisters talk about their bond with their French bulldog-pug.
Holiday traditions bring nostalgia, joy to school community
Discover how decorating halls and following traditions uplifts students and staff.
Block Blast game captivates student body, affects brain chemistry
What is the effect of the widespread Block Blast outburst, and how did it start?
CRITTER CORNER: Minka
Sophomore shares his bond with his two cats and two dogs.
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.
Haven welcomes new girls wrestling team
With the winter sports season approaching, some girls are looking forward to a new opportunity.
Recent reports warn new, deadly virus
Bird flu has been creeping its way into populations step by step.
CRITTER CORNER: Pockets, Buttons, Evie, Colonel Basher
Freshman shares her bond with her two cats and two dogs.
Mpox: facts vs. frights
With social media spreading misinformation on the recently relevant disease, it is important to know the facts
CRITTER CORNER: Olly the Yorkie
Senior shares her bond with her dog.
New dugouts await baseball, softball
After construction this summer, a new addition excites the baseball and softball teams: dugouts.
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.
Climate change: our reality
The world has questions. Climate scientists have answers.
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.
