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  • March 10Most MSD World Language competitors place in respective categories at district competition on Saturday, March 9
  • March 8Hospitality teacher Mitchell Albert named Broward CTE Teacher of the Year
  • March 7MSD culinary team places seventh at state competition
  • March 4MSD Literary Magazine Artifex named finalist for a Pacemaker by National Scholastic Press Association
  • March 4Wrestler Gaby Caro places first at state championship for second state title; wrestlers David Leiva and Rocco Duygulu placed third and sixth, respectively
The Student News Site of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

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The Student News Site of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

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Recently retired social studies teacher Carla Verba stands with an award in hand, which she received for the impact she has made in students lives. Verba taught for 32 years at MSD and has developed a deep connection to the school in the process. “I think I will miss the school itself the most, Verba said. I’ve been here for so long that I’ve seen all of the changes that have been made for the better and better.
Retired teacher Carla Verba leaves lasting impact on MSD students' lives
February 9, 2024
Writing for a cause. Junior Donovan Battle drafts a reply letter to a student in France learning English. Recently, the Pen Pal and Appreciation Club has collaborated with the French school to give the French students the opportunity to practice their English with American students their age, further strengthening their language skills social bonds.
Pen Pal and Appreciation club spreads positivity around the world through letters
January 31, 2024
(left to right) Seniors Stephanie Bilsky and Gracyn Haynes sport the DECA symbol, a triangle, at their first career fair, hosted on Dec. 6, 2023. The career fair had 12 business for students to explore and ask questions about. What we wanted to do is just take what weve learned [in DECA] and expand it to those students who arent enrolled in this class and dont have access and then just kind of take it to the community and allow students to discover their future as well, Haynes said.
Seniors Gracyn Haynes and Stephanie Bilsky help students discover their future
January 19, 2024
Tech repair. Sitting in his office, Raymond Haneski works constantly to ensure that all technology within Stoneman Douglas is running properly. Haneski began working for MSD at the beginning of December and has enjoyed his experience so far.
New computer technician Raymond Haneski joins wife on MSD’s staff
January 18, 2024
Captain and point guard Jack Servaites (5) runs down the basketball court, following a change in possession against Nova High School. The Eagles ended up winning the game by a final score of 59-52.
Senior Jack Servaites leads the men’s varsity basketball team in the 2023-2024 season
January 17, 2024
Greenwashing is the act of a company or organization marketing themselves as environmentally friendly while continuing to sell unethical products or practice unethical actions. It is a concern when teens are trying to shop sustainably.
Greenwashing by fashion brands concerns teens trying to make sustainable choices
January 8, 2024
MSD students lack comprehensive sex education, despite the approval of a new curriculum. The new curriculum does not have a specified course for it to be taught in outside of Personal Fitness and Lifestyle Design.
BCPS passes new sex education curriculum
January 8, 2024
On the Job. As part of her duties as Campus Monitor Michelle Smith checks the girls’ restroom before school begins. Smith’s responsibilities include frequent bathroom checks to ensure students are respecting school rules. “Overall, I just make sure everyone on campus is safe,” Smith said.
Campus Monitor Michelle Smith works to keep students and staff on campus safe
January 8, 2024
The vast majority of MSD students suffer from sleep deprivation. A new law was passed during the 2023 legislative session that seeks to decrease this trend.
Sleep deprivation negatively affects students
January 8, 2024
English teacher Holly Van Tassel-Schuster holds Kodo, her bearded dragon. Adopted in 2022, Kodo was trained by Van Tassel-Schuster to ensure he would be safe to bring to school.
Pets and service animals assist MSD students and staff emotionally through their unique personalities
January 8, 2024
Sophomore Benjamin Goldstein works on his latest colored pencil sketch during A lunch. This piece was part of a larger portfolio he made for both his art class and his own enjoyment.
Sophomore Benjamin Goldstein expresses his passion for architecture through drawing
December 7, 2023
During the Indian Kuthus performance, senior Devika Vikas dances with her hands in the air using light footed and skillful movements. Indian Student Association members organized and danced for the Indian Kuthu and Bollywood dances during the Multicultural Show on Dec. 1.
ISA brings MSD students together
December 5, 2023
Smiling at the amusing fight, freshman Riley Cousans plays with her two foster cats, Milkshake and Frankie. The Cousans family began fostering cats from the Saving Sage Animal Rescue Foundation, a non-profit animal shelter, 
 in 2022. Because they [Milkshake and Frankie] dont know anyone else, my mom wanted them to go together, Cousans said.
Freshman Riley Cousans forms close bonds with foster cats
December 3, 2023
Follow the Leader. Drum Major Bella Wong conducts the marching band at rehearsals after school in the senior parking lot. The band rehearsed outside for four hours to ensure that they were prepared to perform in the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade.
MSD Eagle Regiment’s Drum Majors conduct the marching band with synchrony
December 3, 2023
The Welcome to America club members participate in an activity at the end of their monthly meeting, playing red light, green light.
MSD’s Welcome to America club creates an inclusive environment for all students
November 27, 2023
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