U.S. & the World
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Celebrating World Art Day: The Vital Role of Art in Society and Culture
Ryleigh Steinmetz, Junior In anticipation for World Art Day on April 15, Mrs. Sunday and Mr. Jones, two art teachers at Palisades High School, were interviewed, both sharing their opinions on the importance of art. Before understanding why art is meaningful to them, they were first asked why they decided that art was the field… Read more
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Spring Into a Fresh Start
by Mollee Liberg, Freshman Spring can bring love, happiness, and peace, but also depression and anxiety. People all around the world face struggles during the months of March, April, and May. Spring is traditionally known for the colors and flowers blooming, but some may say it is more of a depressing time for them. The… Read more
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Daylight Saving Time: A Bright Idea or a Bad Habit
by Hayley Fleck, Freshman Daylight saving time has been a topic of intense debate for many years. Being reestablished during World War II, it is no longer needed to conserve fuel and resources that were needed at the time. Sure, getting more daylight hours is nice but it can be detrimental to our health, productivity,… Read more
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Celebrating Remarkable Women Through the Decades
by Eva Wirth, Junior With March being Women’s History Month, we should know the great strides and developments that the women before us have made. Women’s rights has been one of the longest battles in history continuing to be fought even after hundreds of years. From not being able to own property or have a… Read more
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Could Woolly Mammoths Be Brought Back by Mice?
by Teigan Muller, Junior Imagine you saw a woolly mammoth walk across your front lawn. That may not be as far-fetched as one might think. Scientists genetically altered mice and made woolly mice. These mice have attributes similar to those of the woolly mammoths in the past. Some people may ask, “Why do scientists want… Read more
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How DNA Untangled London’s Most Infamous Case
by Wes Detweiler, Junior Jack the Ripper’s unsolved murders have been intertwined in London’s history for more than 130 years now. With these unsolved murders come many theories and speculations over the years as to who the killer might have been. The descendants of his victims are trying to finally uncover his true identity. London… Read more
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“The Devil In The Family” Documentary Highlights the Scary Truth about Youtube Influencer
by Natalie Lynch The Utah family vlogger Ruby Franke of 8 Passengers is now serving 4-30 years in prison for accounts of child abuse. Years later the documentary “The Devil In The Family” exposes people to the awful treatment of these children. This case shocked the world with the careless and inhumane behaviors coming from… Read more
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Target Faces 40-Day Boycott
by Mollee Liberg The Black History Month T-Shirts are on display and the rainbow colors spread throughout the aisles, while Target, a Fortune 500 company, demolishes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Doing so has forced them to face a tremendous backlash. Target, once a front-runner in inclusivity and diversity, is facing a 40-day boycott. … Read more
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The Dark Origin of St. Patrick
by Natalie Lynch, Freshman Over 62% of people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day worldwide. Surprisingly, even though this is a Christian holiday, in America, 60% of people celebrate, but only 20% of those people are Catholic. But how did St. Patrick’s Day come to be? In summary, it’s the celebration of St. Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint.… Read more
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Exploring Europe: Palisades’ Trip to the Best Destinations
by Hayley Fleck, Freshman Traveling in Europe is an amazing experience that offers many things like history, culture, and all the natural beauty. From all the history behind Rome to the beautiful vibrant streets of Barcelona, Europe is a continent that promises an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re an art lover, into history, like beautiful landscapes,… Read more