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  • January 6Following district guidance, MSD changes to Silver day schedule; students to move from fifth period to first
  • December 20Classes will resume on Jan. 6 - a Burgundy day
  • December 9MSD midterm exemption form goes live to be turned in by Thursday, Dec. 12 at 2:45 p.m.
  • November 20MSD BRACE advisor Randy Congdon to hold open lab for Florida Bright Futures for seniors on Thursday, Nov. 21 and Friday, Nov. 22 during second, fourth, sixth and eighth periods
  • November 7MSD students scheduled to leave at 11:40 a.m. today, Nov. 7 due to Professional Study Day
The Student News Site of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

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Jasmine Bhogaita

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor

Jasmine Bhogaita is a junior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, and this is her third year on staff. She is a Copy Editor for Eagle Eye News. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, playing the piano and spending time with family and friends.

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A teacher's child chases another child in a game of "Duck, Duck Goose." Latinos in Action organized a field day for teacher's students on Take Your Child to Work Day.

MSD hosts Take Your Child to Work Day

Jasmine Bhogaita and Yusra Khairi
April 29, 2024
Sneakers can be a staple for everyday outfits. Students at MSD can explore the wide variety of shoe trends and sneaker culture through them.

[Multimedia] Students express style and personality through sneaker culture

Jasmine Bhogaita, Grace Brill, and Luke Dautruche
April 16, 2024
In recent years, men, particularly young men, have faced increased societal pressure to be hypermasculine. This likely comes as a result of social media influencers that promote toxic masculinity.

Toxic masculinity’s growing prominence online impacts students

Jasmine Bhogaita, Ahana Tippanagoudar, and Javier Otero
April 7, 2024
Junior Eden Sharoni signs a "No Place for Hate" poster outside of MSD auditorium. The "No Place for Hate" assemblies took place at MSD on Thursday Feb. 15 and Friday Feb. 16 during student's study halls to educate students about creating a more positive school environment. "I signed this poster to show that I stand against bullying and that I think everyone should be more inclusive," Sharoni said.

MSD holds ‘No Place for Hate’ assembly

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
February 20, 2024
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

Andie Korenge and Jasmine Bhogaita
February 9, 2024
Senior Joey Chiera tells a joke on the auditorium stage at the Laughter Heals at MSD assembly. The assembly, led by project directors Macy Meis and Kyra Shultz, was held to inform students of the healing benefits of laughter and to promote the club.

Laughter Heals at MSD hosts assembly

Anna Horowitz and Jasmine Bhogaita
January 18, 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

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
January 8, 2024

Students can celebrate holidays in ways other than gift giving

Grace Brill and Jasmine Bhogaita
December 9, 2023
Assistant Principal Anna Koltunova starts the presentation to the students and parents on Nov. 28 for the AICE Cambridge informational meeting in the auditorium. Starting the presentation, she informed the parents on what Cambridge is and how students can benefit from the program.

MSD holds Cambridge Night informational session to discuss new AICE program

Lydia Varghese and Jasmine Bhogaita
November 30, 2023

The Writer’s Guild Strike; How it Came About and How it Resolved

Grace Brill and Jasmine Bhogaita
November 17, 2023
GURU GATHERING. Sophomore Ria Sethi gathers with family and friends to listen to prayers for Diwali. They listen to a Guru who recounts stories of the significance of the holiday. At the conclusion of the event, the participants will celebrate with a feast to honor the holiday.

Hindus in Broward County petition for Diwali to become a school holiday

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
October 29, 2023

[Brief] New digital PSAT format causes issues nationwide

Jasmine Bhogaita and Grace Brill
October 12, 2023

[Podcast] Writer’s Guild Strike sends shockwaves across Hollywood.

Jasmine Bhogaita and Grace Brill
October 9, 2023

[Podcast] Tiktok poorly influences modern music

Jasmine Bhogaita and Grace Brill
October 2, 2023

[Brief] Legends of Destiny Step Team holds tryouts for 2023-2024 dance team

Jasmine Bhogaita and Lydia Varghese
October 1, 2023
Transgender people and allies of trans youth hold signs at the Idaho Capitol at a celebration rally after the Senate killed a 2022 bill criminalizing gender-affirming care. The Idaho House voted Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, to make providing this kind of care to children a felony. Photo permission from Sarah A. Miller/Idaho Statesman/TNS.

Florida medical board places limitations on gender-affirming healthcare for minors

Jasmine Bhogaita and Vincent Ciullo
June 18, 2023
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis reacts after signing a bill to expand private school vouchers across Florida during a press conference at Christopher Columbus High School on Monday, March 27, 2023, in Miami, Fla. Photo permission from Matias J. Ocner/TNS.

Florida to provide vouchers to pay for tuition and school choice

Vincent Ciullo and Jasmine Bhogaita
June 18, 2023
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs legislation on Monday, May 15, 2023, banning state funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at Florida's public universities, at New College of Florida in Sarasota. Photo permission from Douglas R. Clifford/Tampa Bay Times/TNS.

Florida passes over 30 bills in the 2023 legislative session affecting education

Brynn Schwartz, Jessie Gesund, Andie Korenge, Anna Horowitz, Ashveen Saini, Carolina Ochoa Lozano, Lyla Sachs, Ryan Shimony, Alison LaTorre, Glory Lee, Rayne Welser, Andres Fuenmayor, Jasmine Bhogaita, Vincent Ciullo, and Aisha Hashmi
June 18, 2023
Both the City of Coral Springs and City of Parkland celebrate their 60th anniversary in 2023. In celebration, the cities hosted unique community events, such as a parade, a business expo and a car show. Photo courtesy of City of Coral Springs and City of Parkland

City of Coral Springs and City of Parkland celebrate their 60th anniversary

Ivy Lam, Jasmine Bhogaita, Vincent Ciullo, Breanna Gordon, and Chelsea Townsend
June 1, 2023
Conservationist Marjory Stoneman Douglas serves as an inspiration for students inside and outside of the classroom. To honor her work as an environmentalist, a high school in Parkland was named after her. Photo courtesy of the State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory

Conservationist Marjory Stoneman Douglas leaves a legacy of environmentalism for future generations

Jasmine Bhogaita and Vincent Ciullo
May 31, 2023
The City Hall in Coral Springs is located on Sample Road. It is a place for Coral Springs residents and officials to meet and converse about city concerns.

City of Coral Springs honors its 60th anniversary through recreational festivities and continued growth

Jasmine Bhogaita and Vincent Ciullo
May 31, 2023
Parkland's City Hall, located on 6600 N University Dr, Parkland, is a place where town meetings take and where Parkland Board members work.

City of Parkland commemorates its 60th anniversary by looking back at its history

Jasmine Bhogaita and Vincent Ciullo
May 31, 2023
A concerned parent addresses the Broward County Public School Board at the March 29 boundary meeting about possible solutions to the dispute over the proposed change. The meeting lasted several hours and went from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

BCPS votes to move forward with MSD boundary map C-4 at first community public hearing

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
April 5, 2023

MSD drama department works behind the scenes to produce their ‘Head Over Heels’ show

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
March 9, 2023
Here’s the Facts. Principal Michelle Kefford discusses various topics at the monthly SAC meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 22. Among them was a proposal to require students to take midterms for classes with an end-of-course exam.

MSD makes midterms mandatory for EOC classes

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
March 7, 2023
MSD BSU hosted the annual Black History Month Show in the auditorium on Friday, February 24. The show included quirky puns and lines from hosts Israel Goodwin (right), Syrus Davis (left) and Samiera Whitmore (center). Photo by Breanna Gordon.

[Multimedia] MSD Black Student Union holds eighth annual Black History Month Show

Ivy Lam, Jasmine Bhogaita, Vincent Ciullo, Celeste Haim, Chelsea Townsend, and Breanna Gordon
March 6, 2023
MSD students find comfort in foods from across the globe, including Jamaica, Colombia, Israel, China and Indonesia. Photo courtesy of Envato Elements.

MSD students find comfort in cultural foods

Jasmine Bhogaita and Lilly Citrin
February 13, 2023
Freshman Liam Morrow believes his positive personality and ability to make others laugh made him a stand-out candidate for the "Mr. Douglas" title.

[Photo] Freshman Representative: Liam Morrow

January 25, 2023
Student performers danced through the decades, characterized by the change in clothing and music. One segment was the 1950s, where bright poodle skirts dominated the time period.

LED Dance Club raises money for their club through ‘Mr. Douglas’ pageant

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
January 25, 2023
Freshman Coleman Campanella (right) carries on his family legacy by attending MSD 27 years after his father, Dan Campanella (left), did. Dan graduated in 1996 while Coleman will be graduating in 2026.

MSD students share their thoughts on attending the same high school as older family members

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
January 17, 2023
A student reviews her notes in the media center in preparation for an exam. Using her class textbook, she can retain information by re-reading book pages and reviewing information she learned in class.

MSD students share their studying techniques in preparation for tests

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
January 11, 2023
Spanish teacher Lilian Viloria teaches a Spanish class during third period. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Viloria had to take on other students from another Spanish class due to a teacher leaving for health reasons.

Students convey their frustrations when teachers leave in the middle of the year

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
December 9, 2022
During B lunch, students sit and talk together in the courtyard. They wear red on Friday to show support for Red Ribbon Week.

MSD participates in Red Ribbon Week

Jasmine Bhogaita, Copy Editor
November 2, 2022
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