Is there more to Christmas than Santa?
Henry Jochaniewicz, Staff Writer
December 13, 2019
Santa Claus is necessary and important to children across the world during Christmastime. However, there comes a time in everyone’s life when they realize that the magical person traveling across the world in a single night and giving presents to every child in the world might be a little unrealistic. ...
Do-re-mi too: musical provides fun for all
Luke Peterson, Staff Writer
December 13, 2019
Saint Viator holds the winter musical with high esteem. The time and care put into it by students and staff show how it is one of the highlights of Saint Viator’s fine arts department. The musical really starts at auditions held by director Mrs. Kate Costello and her colleagues in which they find t...
Is Popeye’s sandwich worth the craze?
Quentin Perry, Staff Writer
December 13, 2019
The new Popeyes chicken sandwich is good enough to kill for, literally. In November, a man at a Popeyes restaurant in Maryland fatally stabbed another customer in line over the beloved sandwich. This incident was not alone with other countless altercations happening at Popeyes restaurants across the ...
Indoctrination at young age inhibits religious diversity
Paul Leininger, Staff Writer
October 4, 2019
Indoctrination is one of the most powerful weapons that mankind has created. It can be used to hide the truth and foster belief in false ideas. We like to think that indoctrination is a thing of the past, or that it’s only utilized by dictators in far away countries. However, indoctrination exists...
Pyramid schemes return in new form
Megan Bosshart, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 4, 2019
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be able to work for yourself and make thousands of dollars a month just by selling everyday products like leggings or essential oils? The freedom and flexibility of one such career is desirable in an age of marketing that has stepped out of the constr...
Parking posers prompt frustration
Grace Zimmerman & Tess McLaughlin, Opinion Editor & Staff Writer
September 6, 2019
As a teenager getting one’s licenses is a coveted milestone to life. However with the newfound freedom of driving to school also comes the responsibility of finding a place to park your car. To those who pay for a parking pass Saint Viator promises a safe and close parking spot, however some help themsel...
Drivers beware: red light cameras cause accidents
Anthony Pezzetti, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
Red light cameras only cause more accidents than they prevent and sometimes don’t even do their jobs. Red light cameras are devices that take a picture of your license plate if you run through a red light or stop over the line. When going past a red light camera there is usually one sign, and it...
Reconsider P.E. requirement for varsity athletes
Grace Zimmerman, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
When the word “school” comes to mind, one is reminded of the typical classes like math, science, and literature. Most people overlook a class that has been in the school curriculum since around 1820. That class is physical education. In grade school, P.E. is used as a means of energizing students...
Colleges look for more than ACT scores in applications
Mrs. Dutmers, College Counselor
March 22, 2019
As the college counselor, I have great news to share that some students may not be aware of until the college planning meeting, which is another great reason to schedule your junior year meeting with the college counselor, as we cover A LOT of information and how it pertains to you! First, the majority...
Try travel this spring break
Katie McManaman, World Editor
March 22, 2019
I have been lucky enough to travel throughout my life. Whether it is swimming with an array of colorful fish near a reef off the coast of Hawaii, hiking in El Yunque National Rainforest in Puerto Rico or touring the Catacombs in Paris, every vacation and moment of travel serves extra helpings of excite...
Schools must take extreme weather seriously
Megan Bosshart, Opinion Editor
February 22, 2019
While students rejoice at the possibility of not having to attend school when there’s too much snow to make it to school or the temperatures are too cold, the prospect of canceling school is often seen as a last ditch option in an effort to provide the students with the most time in the classroom....
ACT lowers self esteem, creates stress
Anthony Pezzetti, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
I don't believe that one test should be a big factor in how you continue your education because it can only test your ability to take a test. Kids spend many hours and dollars preparing for one test that is, in theory, the most important factor when applying to colleges. When practicing and preparing f...
Julia Benkendorf, Sports Editor
December 13, 2019
On Oct. 17, the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) began a strike against Chicago Public Schools (CPS) that would ultimately persist for 11 days. The CTU hoped to obtain higher...
Offseason training essential for success
December 13, 2019
During the basketball season, the stands are filled with students cheering on the team they support....
Why student athletes should say no to nicotine
December 13, 2019
Sports can provide an avenue for students to stay healthy, socialize, and learn important life lessons....
Grace Kelly, Staff Writer
February 20, 2020
It is no secret that award shows are popular. From their spectacular openings and regal red carpets to the intense buildup and subsequent excitement of finding out who gets...
‘Little Women’ remake reveals fresh take on a beloved classic
December 13, 2019
Mac and cheese? More like Macanese
December 13, 2019
Many elect social media to keep up with the race for 2020
December 13, 2019