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The Student News Site of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

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Liliana Griffis

Liliana Griffis, Reporter

Liliana Griffis is a junior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Liliana Griffis does graphics in her free time.

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Senior Dylan Shinn shows off his karate moves during the talent portion of the Mr. Douglas beauty pageant on Thursday, Jan. 23. Shinn won first place, beating the junior, sophomore and freshman contestants.

LED Dance Club hosts annual Mr. Douglas male beauty pageant

Liliana Griffis and Rio Rice
January 30, 2025
The media center gets an upgrade on Tuesday, Nov. 12 after new computer desks are installed. The desks were more fitted for the computers since they were less bulky and a newer model. "I think its fantastic, the media center is a safe place where people can come read and do homework," ceramics teacher Jacqueline Liberman said.

MSD installs new furniture in media center

Liliana Griffis and Rio Rice
December 13, 2024
After getting out of first period on Wednesday, Dec. 4 juniors Micha-Leigh Patterson and Zayda-Ley Patterson hand blood drive forms to MSD JROTC members. JROTC held a blood drive on Wednesday, Dec. 4, and students who wanted to participate had to fill out forms about their age, weight and parent permission. "I wanna help people because someone needs blood everyday," Patterson said.

[Photo Gallery] JROTC hosts blood drive at which students can donate

Rio Rice and Liliana Griffis
December 11, 2024
Senior Mason Sands works diligently during his AP Government class on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Social studies classes were recorded as having the most registered voters compared to other BCPS. "I'm registered to vote so I could try to make my impact, and it's important because everybody needs their opinion heard," Sands said.

MSD registers highest number of students in annual districtwide voter drive

Liliana Griffis and Rio Rice
November 10, 2024
Signing up for Multicultural Show tryouts, senior Mariana Rojas Ramos takes her number so that she can be identified. The tryouts were conducted on Sept. 12 in order to select the best students to participate in the different cultural dances featured in the show. "I think the Multicultural Show helps bring cultures together; it can even be a good way to learn about different cultures," Ramos said.

Multicultural tryouts commence preparation for the annual show

Liliana Griffis and Gabie Soivilus
September 16, 2024
The new frozen custard establishment, Whit's, offers a variety of original flavors. Costing $6.88, the Buckeye Madness is a mix of custard, creamy peanut butter and sugary chocolate syrup, and has proven to be a fan favorite flavor.

[Review] Whit’s Frozen Custard serves delicious custard at new Coral Springs location

Liliana Griffis and Sophia Hamm
May 15, 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.

[Photo] Toxic masculinity’s growing prominence online impacts students

Jasmine Bhogaita, Ahana Tippanagoudar, and Javier Otero
April 7, 2024
Assistants for the Mediterranean Delight stand aid customers during the farmers market hosted on Sunday, Nov. 19. The stand sold authentic Mediterranean food and had plentiful options.

[Photo] Annual Parkland Farmers’ Market brings the community together

Emily Haas, Reporter
January 10, 2024
Junior Stella Marvel (11) makes her way down the court with the ball to help her teammates score. The Eagles played hard but lost 44-28, and they're hoping to make a strong comeback next game.

MSD women’s varsity basketball takes a hard loss against Olympic Heights

Liliana Griffis and Lily DaGrosa
December 1, 2023
Defenseman Luke Mowery (6) takes off his glove as he steps off the ice after being hit by a player on Cypress. The outcome of the game was a loss with a score of 5-4.

MSD varsity hockey team falls short against Cypress Bay High School with a score of 5-4

Natalia Solera, Liliana Griffis, and Sophia Hamm
November 17, 2023
New English teacher Lauren Gabay stands in front of a tapestry she has set up in her classroom. Gabay has been a teacher for 10 years, instructing at Spanish River High School before coming to MSD. She wants to make her classroom as welcoming an environment as possible for students.

New teacher Lauren Gabay plans to motivate students at MSD

Liliana Griffis, Reporter
October 24, 2023
Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Education are attempting to erase Black and LGBTQ+ students from school. The new rules and regulations are discriminatory and must be repealed.

[Photo] [Opinion] Florida government pushes Black and LGBTQ+ students further into oppression

Eagle Eye Editorial Board
October 29, 2023
From left, Alexander Molony as Peter Pan, Ever Anderson as Wendy, Joshua Pickering as John Darling and Jacobi Jupe as Michael Darling in Disney's live-action "Peter Pan & Wendy," exclusively on Disney+. (Disney Enterprises, Inc./TNS)

[Review] Disney live action movies spark controversy and lacks critics expectations

Liliana Griffis, Reporter
May 1, 2023
The Reelin Rogues perform on stage in front of a live audience at the Florida Renaissance Festival. Audience members could have tipped the performers and could interact with the background dancer.

Florida Renaissance Festival offers something for everyone

Liliana Griffis, Reporter
March 30, 2023
Romance in movies and other media can be an integral part of the story. However, some movies when trying to make it cute, end up romanticizing toxic traits.

[Photo] [Opinion] Films regularly portray toxic relationships, normalizing them and depicting them as desirable

Andie Korenge, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2023
computer mouse

[Photo] Presence of artificial intelligence in academics provides both benefits and detriments to students’ education

Andie Korenge, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2023
Austin Butler is nominated for a lead actor Oscar for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s movie “Elvis.” Permission from Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures/TNS

[Multimedia] Film industry trends reveal rise in biopics

Liliana Griffis, Grace Brill, and Andie Korenge
February 12, 2023
Pedro Pascal stars in “The Last of Us," the HBO drama adapted from the video game of the same name. Photo permission from Liane Hentscher/HBO/TNS.

[Review] ‘The Last of Us’ boasts jaw dropping visuals that leaves fans and critics speechless

Liliana Griffis, Reporter
February 6, 2023
Most items at the grocery store are full of harmful ingredients or are made with harmful methods of production. They are high in sugar, overly processed or overexert the land.

[Photo] [Opinion] Agricultural practices unnecessarily accelerate climate change

Lily Singer and Mariana Neri Sapori
February 13, 2023
People around America celebrate thanksgiving to give thanks and have a plentiful feast. However, this could be harming indigenous people around the world.

[Photo] [Opinion] Thanksgiving creates false ideals that negatively impact indigenous people

Mariana Neri Sapori, Writer
November 30, 2022
Broward County Public Schools officials searched students' belongings unfairly and unwantedly.

[Photo] Unwanted Search and Seizure; Confiscation of over-the-counter medication and randomized bag searches violates student privacy

Eagle Eye Editorial Board
November 4, 2022
Students may decide not to do homework early despite having days to complete it due to their procrastination habits. For many individuals, procrastinating can lead to stress and sleep deprivation.

[Photo] MSD students share experiences and opinions on procrastination and why they do it

Andie Korenge, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2022
Fall flavors. Starbucks released their new fall themed drink and food menu. came out with their new fall menu. There are various themed drinks including the Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin Spice Coldbrew, and a Chai latte. The menu will be available for a limited time only.

[Review] Starbucks’ Fall lineup hits their menu with delicous autumnal flavors

Liliana Griffis, Reporter
October 26, 2022
Two kids are watching a movie about a serial killer breaking out of prison. People have romanticize serial killers by making shows about them, writing books or even sending them letters.

[Photo] [Opinion] The romanticization of serial killers is severely damaging and innappropriate

Sofia Schorer Kaplan, Social Media Editor (Class Intercom)
October 26, 2022
Students do extracurricular activities for their own benefit and don’t really care for the environment.

[Photo] [Opinion] Students engage in extracurricular activities for their own benefits

Anna Horowitz, News Editor
September 28, 2022
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