Holyoke High Proving Resilient During COVID-19 Pandemic
Hannah Boucher-Hendricks, Social Media Editor
April 2, 2020
Holyoke High School may just be one of thousands of schools battling the COVID-19 Pandemic, but the response has been nothing short of remarkable with many people working behind the scenes to ensure students have access to learning, even when not physically at school. Many may never be known to the gene...
Vaping in Schools
Alexis Welch, Staff Writer
January 29, 2020
As we all know, vaping has become a major issue affecting people of all ages, but especially those of the younger generation. Vaping has been marketed to the youth as something new and cool, something harmless that not only gives you enjoyment but improves your self image. Initially, consumers were never...
Holyoke High Recycles
Daishiana Pedrosa, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
While Holyoke High School tries to recycle as much as possible, we sometimes have a hard time. I believe it is harder to maintain a recycling plan because some people don't actually recycle. They also can not keep up with putting things in the right spot. Another reason recycling is hard here is becau...
Sports Benefits
Ishani Morales, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
Friday night Football games, Wrestling meets, basketball games, and volleyball games... There's nothing quite like it. Sports have been a part of human history for centuries. It is seen as a great source of entertainment for those watching, whether it be in the stands, at home on your televis...
Will Libraries Go Extinct?
Siannah Santos, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
When was the last time you went to a library? You probably had to think about it, and if you are teen in the 21st century, you might even wonder if you have been to one at all. Libraries are places full of knowledge, some might even consider them a global symbol for learning. They provide information...
String Art, Spirolaterals and Scheme Theory: The Link Between Math and Art
Charlie Brunette, Staff Reporter
April 24, 2019
When you walk into a local library, you might find that a book on abstract algebra is aisles apart from the art theory section, but does that mean that Art and Math are mutually exclusive?
Places to go in Holyoke: Spring Edition
April 10, 2019
Spring is just around the corner, and after blizzards and very cold days, it seems that the weather will improve. Although, sometimes, the weather in Massachusetts can't make up its mind. It's hot for a moment and then cold... but not actually cold, and then suddenly it gets humid. Spring is a good mo...
Did the Addams Family Musical have Charles Addams rolling in his grave?
Charlie Brunette, Staff Reporter
April 8, 2019
All in all, The Addams Family was a smash hit for Holyoke High with a fun vibe and set, talented actors, and fast paced comedy. It sets a new bar for musicals in the future on our auditorium stage.
Should the Five Paragraph Essay Still be a Thing?
Raymond Lora Pena, Staff Reporter
March 26, 2019
The question is, do we really need to follow that format?
Review: Disney Channel’s Original Movie “The Luck of the Irish”
March 13, 2019
In 2001, Disney Channel released “The Luck of the Irish” direct to TV. The movie was largely unsuccessful, there were no breakout performances in the cast or spin-off series. However, “The Luck of the Irish” gained a cult following for being absurd, entertaining, and existing in a Holiday sl...
The Herald’s Podcast Recommendations
Charlie Brunette, Staff Reporter
February 27, 2019
Podcasts: from their humble beginnings in the early 2000’s to the radio toppling titans they are today, there are thousands of quirky, intriguing and fun titles to listen to. From your friends here at The Herald, here are our top picks!
Valentine’s Day is Here
Aztiney Caudle, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2019
February 14th is here, and people don't know what to get their loved ones.
