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  • 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
  • November 5Americans cast their vote for president, among other critical races; follow Eagle Eye News for live updates
  • October 21MSD women's volleyball wins districts 3-0 against Boca Raton High School
  • October 9Broward County under Tropical Storm Warning and Tornado Watch as Hurricane Milton nears Florida Gulf Coast
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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Mariajose Vera

Mariajose Vera, Photo editor

Mariajose Vera is a senior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and a sports and news photographer for the Eagle eye and has been on staff for three years. She has interests in wildlife, photojournalism, Waterpolo, CrossFit and cinema.

All content by Mariajose Vera
Getting ahead, sophomore Daniel Barraza-Camara continues to improve his talents in addition to playing next season.

[Photo] Sophomore Daniel Barraza-Camara strives for success as a football player while balancing his academics

Nicholas Zanetti, Writer
March 31, 2022
Swimmer Sofia Etchevers finishes one of the last races at the district competition.

[Photo] [Opinion] Prejudice and sexism prevents female athletes from enjoying their sports

Lyla Sachs, Copy Editor
March 3, 2022
MSD senior Lybah Haque has had a passion for words dating back to middle school. She was first inspired to pursue writing more intensely in eighth grade through a new opportunity: creative writing courses in school.

[Photo] Words Do More Than Actions

Sofia Kaplan, Managing editor
February 22, 2022
MSD senior Kayla Behmardi is the co-president and co-founder of the Red Cross Club. The Red Cross Club aims to encourage students to support charitable acts through various service missions to build safer communities through the non-profit humanitarian organization American Red Cross.

[Photo] Lending a Hand

Isabel White, Section editor
February 22, 2022
Senior Gabriela Bravo discovers passion for writing through her pursuit of martial arts. Bravo also speaks seven languages.

[Photo] Senior Gabriela Bravo commits herself to martial arts and writing

Travis Newbery, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2022
Sophomore Manahil Kashif starts her own henna business to educate others on its cultural significance.

[Photo] Sophomore Manahil Kashif opens henna business

Kayla Gamm, Writer
February 22, 2022
Suiting Up. Senior Angela Guiso models a prop arm from the anime “Fullmetal Alchemist.“ To make it, she molded it to the shape of her arm and attached craft foam on top.

[Photo] Senior Angela Guiso applies her skills to assemble fantasy costumes

Ashveen Saini, Social Media and Photo Editor
February 22, 2022
Sathvik Sarathy races regularly in the KA100 division at the Homestead-Miami speedway.

[Photo] Freshman Sathvik Sarathy grows into nationally successful KA100 kart driver

Reece Gary, Senior Sports Editor
February 22, 2022
Senior Damian Francis expresses himself through his pursuit of art and music.

[Photo] Junior Damian Francis pursues art and music

Julia Landy, Editor-in-Chief, Graphics & Design Editor
February 22, 2022
Senior Jayden Adjodha finds a passion for dragon dance and debate.

[Photo] Senior Jayden Adjodha balances dragon dance and debate

Bailey Carter and Madison Friedman
February 22, 2022
Layla Ali continues her mother's legacy as the captain of the Ladies of Destiny Step Team. Her mother started the team in the 1996.

[Photo] MSD step team captain Layla Ali honors her mom’s legacy

Abby Marton, Section editor
February 22, 2022
Freshman Preesha Zaveri discovers a passion for Bharatanatyam, a form of Indian classical dance that originated in the region of Tamil Nadu in India.

[Photo] Freshman Preesha Zaveri discovers passions for dance and volunteering within her Hindu culture

Jessie Gesund, Associate Editor-In-Chief
February 22, 2022
Students obsess over finding the perfect dress while scrolling through Instagram. Student anticipation is high during this prom dress season. (Photo illustration)

[Photo] Female seniors creates toxic environment in anticipation of prom dress season

Erika Ryan, Writer
February 15, 2022
We really have seen it all, from cat litter to miscellanous items finding their way through the pipes. Walls are being treated as free for all murals. Students are left wondering what, when, where and why.

[Photo] The flushing of objects poses a large issue in MSD restrooms

Sophia Golberg, Section editor
February 13, 2022
Senior Sahai Simmonds (22) aimed to score a goal against Nova High School on her "Senior Night."

[Photo] MSD women’s varsity soccer team beat the Coral Glades High School Jaguars in a 4-0 victory

Josue Lopez and Levi Goffstein
January 12, 2022
MSD midfielder Robbie Alhadeff (8) settles the ball before making a pass. Alhadeff assisted in a goal for the Eagles' 2-0 victory over Coral Glades.

[Photo] MSD men’s varsity soccer team played against Park Vista High School in their last game of the season

January 21, 2022
Senior David Prengler has been involved in drama since fourth grade. Prengler now is the President for Douglas Drama, and he has been with the MSD drama department in performance theatre for four years.

[Photo] [Multimedia] Get to know MSD’s senior drama students

Julianne LoFurno, Vincent Ciullo, Ashley LoFurno, Ava Jurick, and Isabel White
January 13, 2022
Forward Kyra Tuesta (14) prepares to kick the soccer ball downfield after intercepting it from the opposing Nova offense. The Eagles went on to win the game 12-0 on their senior night.

[Photo] MSD women’s varsity soccer comes out strong against Nova High School on their Senior Night

Ryan Shimony, Sports Editor
January 10, 2022
MSD played against the Nova High School Titans on Tuesday, Jan. 4. The Eagles won 8-0.

[Photo] MSD men’s soccer team’s strong defensive effort leads to shut-out win over Nova High School Titans

Levi Goffstein and Noah Lechtenstein
January 6, 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.

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

Kate Becker, Senior News Editor
December 15, 2021
Running back Matthew Wilson (4) avoids being tackled by a Bobcats defensive lineman.

[Photo] MSD varsity football season ends after a loss in the District Playoffs

David Lopez, Sports editor
November 13, 2021
Captain Jillian Carroll (7) bumps the ball onto the other side of the net. Carroll went on to score a point in the game.

[Photo] Women’s varsity volleyball finish their season with high hopes after many ups and downs

Quincy Siffort, Writer
November 1, 2021
The Philosophy Club meets every other Thursday.

[Photo] Philosophy, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Thirst Project Clubs debut at MSD

Erika Ryan, Writer
October 29, 2021
Lengthy Lines. Parents line up to enter the carline even before school ends.

[Photo] Two-lane Maze

November 3, 2021
Traffic Turmoil. The after-school line of cars out of the carline stretches around the Pine Island-Holmberg intersection daily.

[Photo] Stagnant Streets

October 29, 2021
Varsity football cornerback Luke Evans (7), prepares for Marjory Stoneman Douglas’ Homecoming game against Deerfield Beach High. Evans transferred to MSD from Saint John Paul II Academy and has already received a Division 1 football offer from Iowa State University.

[Photo] High school athletes transfer schools to support their athletic careers

Reece Gary and David Lopez
October 29, 2021
Freshman Allan Burrows and sophomore Melina Carpio complete classwork in an Acting I class. Many aspects of in-person school have been altered due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] COVID-19 pandemic alters many aspects of nation’s school system

Lily Singer, Senior Arts & Leisure Editor and Senior Opinons Editor
October 29, 2021
A COVID-19 isolation room in the 1500 building’s teacher lounge is one of the numerous precautions MSD is using to keep students safe.

[Photo] COVID-19 isolation room staffed with registered nurse opens in 1500 building

Sophia Squiccirini, Sports editor
October 29, 2021
The roof of building 900 undergoes a reroofing project to fix water damage. Every other original building at MSD will receive roof repairs in the coming months.

[Photo] MSD students and staff are displaced as 900 building roof undergoes repairs for leaks

Vincent Ciullo, Writer
October 29, 2021
Women's varsity volleyball captain Jillian Carroll (7) is recognized for her leadership during the team's Senior Night.

[Photo] Women’s varsity volleyball captain Jillian Carroll is a natural-born leader

Julianne LoFurno, Sports editor
October 23, 2021
The Eagle Regiment marching band performs at the homecoming game on Sept. 17. They presented their show, “Trés Opulent,” in front of a packed audience.

[Photo] Eagle Regiment marching band dominates the competition scene

Ivy Lam, Senior Feature Editor
October 20, 2021
The seniors of the MSD women's varsity volleyball team take a photo together before their senior night game. The event commemorates their years of service to the volleyball team.

[Photo] MSD women’s varsity volleyball takes both sets in a Senior Night victory over Deerfield Beach High

David Lopez, Sports editor
October 3, 2021
In the beginning of the second quarter, MSD players went head-to-head with the Boca Bobcats. The Eagles had possession of the ball.

[Photo] MSD varsity football has a tough game against Boca Raton High School Bobcats

Ryan Shimony, Sports Editor
October 7, 2021
Planet smoothie offers a covid safe experience with inside and outdoor seating with kind employees who care about your preferences and smoothie needs.

[Photo] New Planet Smoothie location in Coral Springs presents new fun flavors

Bailey Carter, Writer
October 4, 2021
Junior Isabel Gonzalez sets up the ball for her fellow teammates to slam against the Hollywood Hills Spartans. The Eagles ended up winning the match 3-0.

[Photo] MSD women’s varsity volleyball evens out their season with a win over Hollywood Hills

Ryan Shimony, Sports Editor
September 27, 2021
The outcome of dozens of volunteers working on Project Grow Love.

[Photo] MSD community replants Project Grow Love

Vincent Ciullo, Writer
September 6, 2021
Photo by MariaJose Vera

[Photo] Students reflect on their online school year experience

Erika Ryan, Writer
May 24, 2021
Junior Arielle Hernandez walks to class in the new building wearing jeans and a tank top, exposing her shoulders. Junior Arielle Hernandez walks to class in the new building wearing a tank top and jeans. School dress codes have historically contributed to the over-sexualizing of certain body types. Photo by Mariajose Vera

[Photo] [Opinion] School dress codes are misogynistic and degrading to women

Briana Martin and Sofia Schorer Kaplan
April 30, 2021

MSD men swim and dive team loses against St. Thomas Aquinas highschool

Mariajose Vera, Photo editor
September 24, 2019

Men’s varsity swim team competes at their second meet of the season

Mariajose Vera, Photo editor
September 17, 2019
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