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  • 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
  • November 5Americans cast their vote for president, among other critical races; follow Eagle Eye News for live updates
The Student News Site of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

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Briana Martin

Briana Martin, Writer

Briana Martin is a sophomore at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. She is a second year writer for the Eagle Eye. In her free time, Briana enjoys reading mystery books, playing guitar and singing.

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Florida House Democrats protest against the congressional map proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis and approved by the Florida Senate. The protest in the Florida House chamber prompted a recess in the consideration of the bill by the House on Thursday, April 21, 2022, in Tallahassee, Florida. Courtesy of Ana Ceballos/Miami Herald/TNS.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ redistricting map eliminates two predominantly Black congressional districts

Briana Martin, Writer
June 17, 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

Brynn Schwartz, Jessie Gesund, Lyla Sachs, Ashveen Saini, Julia Landy, Briana Martin, Kate Becker, Haley Jackson, Ivy Lam, Bailey Carter, Madison Friedman, Alison LaTorre, and Josh Gordon
June 17, 2022

[Brief] MSD Color Guard competes in World Guard Finals for the first time since the start of COVID-19

Briana Martin and Kayla Gamm
April 25, 2022
New assistant principal Lisa Farris receives a warm welcome to MSD from the faculty members. Farris has been an educator for over a decade, teaching English and debate.

[Photo] New assistant principal Lisa Farris transitions to high school after years as a middle school educator

Ivy Lam, Senior Feature Editor
April 23, 2022
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Drama Department presented "Something Rotten!" on March 3rd and 4th at 7:00 p.m.

[Review] MSD Drama produces comedic spring musical, ‘Something Rotten!’

Briana Martin, Writer
March 8, 2022
Senior Payton Yaffe executes his snare drumming technique and shows off his skills. As the percussion captain, Yaffe devotes his time to rehearsals for indoor percussion competitions and strives to lead his team to be the greatest.

Senior Payton Yaffe demonstrates his passion for music through his work as a percussionist

Briana Martin, Writer
March 7, 2022
Broward County School Board approves Broward Teachers Union's contract agreements for teachers and education support professionals on Jan. 21. Photo courtesy of browardschools.com

BCPS teachers receive stipend and salary increase in a tentative contract agreement between school board and teacher’s union

Briana Martin, Writer
January 31, 2022
"The Inheritance Games" by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is a thrilling read full of romance, drama and secrets. Photo courtesy of jenniferlynnbarnes.com

[Review] ‘The Inheritance Games’ proves to be a mysterious YA read filled with twists and turns

Briana Martin, Writer
January 18, 2022
Cuba hits the stage with twirls and spins that you've never seen before.

MSD puts on annual Multicultural Show

Bailey Carter, Madison Friedman, Briana Martin, Trista Mungal, and Ashveen Saini
December 7, 2021
The Dominican Republic dancers wowed the audience with their impressive dance skills.

Behind the scenes of this year’s Multicultural Show

Briana Martin, Writer
December 7, 2021
Adele's album 30 is a wonderful comeback that creates beautiful melodies.

[Review] Adele’s album ’30’ combines heartbreak with self-growth

Briana Martin, Writer
November 19, 2021
This week's cookie selections were Apple Pie, Dark Dream, Smores and Carrot Cake.

[Review] How the cookie Crumbl’s (11/15-11/20)

Briana Martin and Malena Molina
November 17, 2021
MSD artist Lilly Fang expresses herself through digital art. She creates artwork that reflects her own life and the lessons she’s learned.

Sophomore Lily Fang delves into the world of digital art

Briana Martin, Writer
November 1, 2021
Students and staff are excited as Halloween is just around the corner.

[Multimedia] Get ready for Halloween with the ultimate halloween guide

Jessie Gesund and Briana Martin
October 19, 2021
This year's non-instructional Staff Member of the Year is Debra Wanamaker. This award recognizes the outstanding qualities and abilities of certain MSD staff members on an annual basis.

Debra Wanamaker voted non-instructional staff member of the year

Briana Martin, Writer
October 10, 2021
Actor Simu Liu poses as Shang-Chi. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios

[Review] ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ is an adventurous addition to the Marvel cinematic universe

Briana Martin, Writer
September 24, 2021
Governor Ron DeSantis' open disposition to mask mandates is very harmful to general student health.

[Opinion] DeSantis’s opposition to mask mandates in harmful to students

Briana Martin, Writer
September 6, 2021
[Opinion] People should be educated on the harsh realities behind mental illnesses

[Opinion] People should be educated on the harsh realities behind mental illnesses

Briana Martin and Sofia Schorer Kaplan
May 24, 2021
Companies such as Chick-Fil-A, Google, and Forever 21 have made their political beliefs public. Consumers are deciding whether or not they want to support those companies. Graphic by Rayne Welser

[Opinion] People need to put their pockets where their morals are

Briana Martin and Sofia Schorer Kaplan
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

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

Briana Martin and Sofia Schorer Kaplan
April 30, 2021
Seniors Barbara Moreno, Tomas Pereira, and Isabella Fernandez discuss the business they created collaboratively with approximately 40 other seniors through their Hospitality Entrepreneurship class for the Junior Achievement Competition. The business, called Smile Senders, sell various care packages through Etsy.

MSD Hospitality Entrepreneurship seniors create ‘Smile Senders’ for Junior Achievement

Lexi Dalva, Sofia Schorer Kaplan, and Briana Martin
April 20, 2021
Graphic by Madison Lenard

[Opinion] The misogyny in the music industry is proving to be detrimental to women

Sofia Schorer Kaplan and Briana Martin
March 10, 2021
Graphic by Madison Lenard

[Opinion] School sports should be cancelled altogether

Briana Martin, Writer
February 9, 2021
Freshman Malena Molina explores her artistic capabilities

Freshman Malena Molina explores her artistic capabilities

Briana Martin, Writer
January 13, 2021
[Multimedia] COVID-19 impacts the entertainment industry

[Multimedia] COVID-19 impacts the entertainment industry

Sofia Schorer Kaplan, Eden Rothstein, Trista Mungal, Briana Martin, Gabby Gilmore, Nina Khalouf, Lexi Dalva, Mackenzie Quinn, Chai-Lyn Christian, and Megan Veerasammy
November 20, 2020
Senior Hunter Frybergh is November's musician of the month. Photo courtesy of Hunter Frybergh

Hunter Frybergh dedicates his time to Eagle Regiment

Briana Martin, Writer
November 16, 2020
[Multimedia] Meet the SGA Board

[Multimedia] Meet the SGA Board

Ava Jurick, Sofia Schorer Kaplan, and Briana Martin
October 10, 2020
Graphic of teacher with a computer on her leg and a baby in her arms with a half home and half school setting as the background.

Teachers balance online instruction and taking care of their own children at home

Sofia Schorer Kaplan, Briana Martin, and Julia Fourment
September 26, 2020
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