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This year, the Student Government Association created a new Covid-safe alternative to the annual homecoming: a Fall Festival.
Student Government organizes fall festival
Stella Mackler • October 11, 2021

There will be no homecoming game or celebration centered around football at Midtown, a consequence of the cancellation of the varsity football season. However, the...

Lenox has signs posted throughout the mall alerting visitors of its new policies for those under 18. If a minor remains unaccompanied by an adult any day after 3 p.m., they will be asked to leave the Buckhead property.
Lenox Square enhances security with new rules for minors
October 8, 2021
Fast food restaurants such as Popeyes have been searching for workers. The fast food industry is one of the most affected industries of the labor shortage.
Labor shortage provides opportunity for high schoolers
October 1, 2021
The district is hosting a pep rally event to encourage juniors and seniors from 12 different high schools to register to vote. This event has raised concerns regarding Covid implications.
District-wide ‘Rock the Vote’ field trip raises Covid concerns
September 27, 2021
This year Atlanta Public Schools began using Securly to monitor the ways students use their school-issued Chromebooks. Although the software was installed with positive intentions, students and parents have privacy-related concerns.
New online surveillance generates privacy concerns
September 23, 2021
Sports
Freshman wide receiver Kenari Tigner catches the ball in a home game against Washington on Oct. 7. The Knights lost 32-0.
Sophomore and individual champion Cary Schroeder catches her breath after finishing the race.
The boys cross country team starts the city cross country meet. It was held at Grant Park on Saturday, Oct 2. The team placed 2nd overall.
Jennifer Weems (left) and Victoria Newman (right) pose for a picture in the Eddie S. Henderson stadium.
Lifestyle
Seniors Brody Weiss (left) and Georgia Rice paint a Pride flag for the Gender-Sexuality Alliance Pride event. The event will take place on Oct. 29, from 5:30-8 p.m.
Gender-Sexuality Alliance provides inclusive environment for Midtown community
Yei Bin Andrews • October 16, 2021

As COVID-19 cases rise, Midtown’s Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA) has found ways to create a community in the midst of a pandemic.  GSA’s mission is...

Underground and anonymous: Exploring the enigmatic art of Banksy
Underground and anonymous: Exploring the enigmatic art of Banksy
October 14, 2021
Evelyn Lowry (left), Stella Raio (middle) and Sam Offutt (right) performed Harvest Moon by Neil Young.
Coffee House returns after year-long break
October 13, 2021
Taylor buries himself in his backyard to create the art for his 2020 single, Archaeology. Archaeology will be featured on his upcoming album.
Alumnus Taylor creates Atlanta-inspired experimental music
October 5, 2021
Neighbors leads Midtowns Marching Band at the JV Football game on Oct. 14 against Therrell High School.
Junior Kaden Neighbors leads band as new drum major
October 1, 2021
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While Atlanta Public Schools has made efforts to support widespread Covid-19 vaccination, many eligible students still remain unvaccinated. A student vaccination mandate is the only way to ensure a safe in-person schooling environment.
Student Covid-19 vaccine mandate necessary for school safety
Editorial Board • October 13, 2021

Despite returning to in-person schooling this year, the continued spread of COVID-19 has made it apparent the ongoing pandemic is anything but over. Widespread vaccination...

A concerning amount of high school students are neglecting to wear their masks properly, exposing themselves and others to various pandemic-associated risks.
High school students still need to mask up
October 11, 2021
Pres. Biden delivers his debut speech to the UN General Assembly on Sept. 21. In his address, Biden stressed the importance of international cooperation to address issues such as the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and reiterated commitments to restoring the U.S.s position as a trusted ally on the world stage. However, these ideals serve as a marked contrast to his foreign policy in his first eight months as president.
Biden’s foreign policy contradicts unconvincing UN speech
September 27, 2021
The Texas abortion ban and the right to life denies students and citizens of their rights to access of information, contraception and comprehensive sexual education.
Texas abortion law forgets who's most vulnerable
September 24, 2021
There is little to no transparency on the Supreme Courts shadow docket, or emergency ballot, cases. For important issues, you’d expect the court to want to explain their reasoning, but the public is largely left in the dark on the rationale behind shadow docket cases.
Misuse of Supreme Court shadow docket damages democracy
September 24, 2021
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