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Kate Becker, Section editor

Kate Becker is a junior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and a Section Editor for news, politics & activism and feature. In her free time she enjoys reading, cuddling with her dog and upcycling/thrifting clothes. She would like to be a writer, nutritionist or environmentalist as her future profession.

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Over 3,000 people gathered at Pine Trails Park with signs advocating for gun violence prevention. They were there to demand change and listen to the speeches given by those affected by gun violence and those a part of gun safety organizations.

March For Our Lives reemerges four years later

June 21, 2022
At the March for Our Lives event on Saturday, hundreds of protesters held signs illustrating their feelings on gun violence and reform in our country.

Marchers hold signs to convey their frustration, fear and views on the current status of gun control in the U.S.

June 20, 2022
Candidate for U.S. Congress Hava Holzhauer and a fellow protestor hold up signs advocating for gun control. Their signs read Say NO to permitless carry and Books Not Bulletproof Backpacks.

[Photo] Thousands participate in nationwide March for Our Lives rallies to fight for gun reform

June 21, 2022
As the 2021-2022 school year comes to a close, the Eagle Eye takes an in-depth look at the recent legislation passed in the state of Florida.

Florida passes 26 bills affecting education in the 2022 legislative session

June 17, 2022
Students hold a rally outside a Orange County School Board meeting, on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. A student group based at Winter Park High and a local group opposed to book bans are holding a rally outside the Orange County School Board office. They are rallying against state laws. Courtesy of Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/Orlando Sentinel/Tribune News Service.

Florida establishes term limits for school board members and parental input on school library books

June 17, 2022
Greetings Garden. MSD students enjoy eating lunch together at a table in the Stomen Douglas Garden.

MSD’s Marjory’s Garden creates inviting environment full of activities

April 24, 2022
The MSD book club listens to the volunteer reader read the next quote in the competition.

MSD Book Club participates in annual Battle of the Books

April 24, 2022

[Brief] MSD Speech and Debate Team wins two awards at State Championships

March 8, 2022
Statistics about black health and wellness suggest unfair treatment toward African-Americans according to the Center for Disease Control.

MSD commemorates 2022 Black History Month theme ‘Black Health and Wellness’

February 28, 2022
The R-word is a detrimental term that continues to be heard at MSD

R-word remains an offensive slur; perpetuates exclusion of disabled people in society

February 22, 2022
Junior Noldine Belizaire founds MSDs Black Student Union and participates in a wide-range of extracurriculars at MSD.

Junior Noldine Belizaire works to facilitate change and highlight diversity at MSD

February 22, 2022

[Brief] Fights break out at end of second lunch

February 18, 2022
The Ladies of Destiny step team puts on an amazing performance towards the end of the show.

The Black Student Union hosts a Black History Month showcase for the seventh year in a row

February 13, 2022

Celebrating MSD Diversity

January 26, 2022
Bus driver at MSD waits as her students pile in to be taken home at the end of the day. This will be one of many pickups before her day is over as each elementary, middle and high school gets out during the last week before winter break.

Demanding Drives: BCPS experiences bus driver shortage; drivers unhappy with wages

December 15, 2021
Mask on, mask off. Some students drop their masks after the mask mandate at MSD has been dropped.

Broward County mask policy change for high schools causes mixed feelings among the student body and teachers at MSD

November 5, 2021

[Brief] Student assaults teacher at MSD during 8th period on Nov. 1

November 1, 2021
Best buddies members dance along to music dressed in their halloween costume.

[Brief] Best Buddies club hosts annual Halloween party on Oct. 28

November 1, 2021
Assistant Principals David Lecthman and Kristine Knap hand out candy to students in the 200 building classrooms during second period on Oct. 28 before the Halloween weekend.

[Brief] MSD Administration staff hands out candy before the Halloween weekend

October 29, 2021
Pack the Halls. Students navigate hallways and staircases during the transition between 2nd and 3rd period on Aug. 26, 2021. With 3,570 students on campus, congested hallways are a daily occurrence.

Maxed Out

October 20, 2021
Current map of Emporiums plan for 70 acres of Heron Bay Golf Course, including garden pavilions, retail, fresh markets, amphitheaters and more. This plan is not set in stone and is a rough draft that will be discussed with NSID, the City of Parkland, and City of Coral Springs.

Emporium chosen to develop a portion of the Heron Bay Golf Course brings possible benefits and problems for MSD Heron Bay residents

September 27, 2021
Seniors Mason Wank and Chris Krok captivates the attention of students with their electrifying musical show as seniors Elaina Wood and Anthony Aguilar stand by during lunch. The commemorative ceremony hosted by the JROTC program paid tribute to the mournful day on Sep. 11.

MSD commemorates 20th anniversary of 9/11

September 13, 2021
Tapping into character, junior Noldine Belizaire emotionally acts out a monologue in the media center from the book With Their Eyes on Friday, Sep. 10, as a part of the Drama Clubs presentation. In remembrance of the 9/11 attacks, With Their Eyes contains 23 perspectives of students and faculty at Stuyvesant High School that witnessed the attacks on the World Trade Center.

MSD drama department honors the victims of 9/11 through monologue performances

September 13, 2021
A plaque honoring the late Richard Wentz rests at the base of the flagpole in front of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. His dedication and sacrifice being a member of the New York Police Department is worth remembering as he rescued victims of the terrorist attacks on Sep. 11, 2001.

9/11 first responder Richie Wentz’s legacy at MSD

September 13, 2021
There are 12 new teachers on campus for this school year, each with their own unique story.

MSD welcomes new instructional staff on campus

September 12, 2021
Karen Spence is new to the math department at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

Creating an environment for every student

September 5, 2021
Students pack the stairwell in front of the media center and cafeteria as they make their way to class. Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has at least 3,650 students enrolled for the 2020-2021 school year.

Increase of students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School causes overcrowding issues on campus

August 31, 2021
Lieberman sits in her car with her new dog Romeo. Photo courtesy of Jacqueline Lieberman

MSD art teacher Jacqueline Lieberman is recognized as Visual Arts Teacher of the Week

May 23, 2021

MSD featured in the 11th Season of School Duel All-New Tournament

April 24, 2021
Lunch at MSD has significantly changed as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Nonetheless, lunch offers a variety of opportunities.

[Multimedia] MSD offers a variety of opportunities during lunch

April 22, 2021
MSD students from various clubs come together to participate and record a flash mob in November 2019. Photo by Sam Grizelj

[Multimedia] MSD is home to many clubs promoting inclusion and diversity within the community

March 15, 2021
Computer no internet message

Broward County Public Schools experiences cyber attack, and a wifi outage at MSD

March 12, 2021
The Broward County school calendar of the 2020-2021 school year, not including testing dates, has been changed by the district. Photo courtesy of Rayne Welser

BCPS extends this year’s school calendar for seniors to June 4

March 4, 2021
Patrons browse various local booths at the City of Parkland Farmer’s Market. The market reopened on Dec. 6, 2020 after months of COVID-19 restrictions kept it closed. Photo by Bryan Nguyen

City of Parkland Farmers’ Market reopens after being closed for months due to COVID-19

March 4, 2021
Every year, individuals from across the nation recognize Black History Month.

[Multimedia] Individuals nationwide recognize Black History Month every February

February 24, 2021
Visual representing how the administration is getting information home to students and parents. Graphic by Melodie Vo.

MSD administration adapts their means of communication as remote learning continues in the 2020-2021 school year

February 24, 2021
Sean Simpson, chemistry teacher at MSD, chosen as the Featured Artist at the Parkland Library.

Chemistry teacher Sean Simpson is chosen as the Parkland Library’s Artist of the Month

February 11, 2021
student sitting in class six-feet-apart

MSD welcomes an increase of students returning to school for second semester

January 22, 2021
Damian Francis, this months artist at MSD

Sophomore Damian Francis expresses himself through music and art

December 25, 2020
A thanksgiving dinner spread.

[Multimedia] The history of Thanksgiving and recipes

November 19, 2020
Isabela Ford, Octobers artist of the month, stands in front of beach

October’s Artist of the Month: Isabela Ford

November 2, 2020
Coordinators and helpers stand around their front banner displaying the event title and information

The Eagle Regiment hosts their 31st annual Pops N’ Pies event

October 21, 2020
[Multimedia] MSD prepares to welcome students participating in e-learning on campus

[Multimedia] MSD prepares to welcome students participating in e-learning on campus

October 11, 2020
MSD is home to seven National Merit semifinalists this year.

[Video] Seven MSD seniors announced as National Merit Semifinalists

September 29, 2020
Sloan Henslovitz, freshman, poses for their yearbook photo being taken by (photographer name), Strawbridge photographer

Underclassmen picture day takes place at Parkridge Church due to COVID-19

September 16, 2020
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