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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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The Student News Site of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

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Grace Brill

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief

Grace Brill is a junior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and Editor-in-Chief for Eagle Eye News. She likes drawing and watching movies in her spare time.

All content by Grace Brill
When hurricanes hit Florida, prisons choose not to evacuate inmates. These actions endangered prisoners, who could do nothing to escape their locked cells.

[Photo] [Opinion] Prisons put inmates in undeserving danger by ignoring mandatory evacuation procedures during recent hurricanes

Lyla Sachs, Copy Editor
November 21, 2024
Craning Up. A crane sits into a construction staging areas behind Marjory’s Garden. Construction vehicles and equipment were stationed here for use by contracted workers for the duration of the various construction projects.

[Photo] MSD undergoes large renovation effort

Ava Thomas, Copy Editor and Multimedia Editor
November 5, 2024
Get Your Head in the game. Reviewing her schedule, junior Emma Schwartz checks Focus on a school computer. Focus is a new, one-stop student information system designed to replace previous programs, such as Pinnacle and Virtual Counselor. “It’s a major shift from something that we have had for a long time and knew well,” Schwartz said.

[Photo] Broward County Public Schools implements new student information system

Landon Levine, Reporter
November 5, 2024
Joey King arrives at the 77th Golden Globe Awards. Recently, the actress starred in a movie adaptation of a dystopian novel series entitled "Uglies." Photo permission from Marcus Yam/Los Angeles Times/TNS.

[Review] ‘Uglies’ proves to be a pretty ugly watch

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
September 30, 2024
Horseback riding demands as much effort as any other sport. It requires an immense amount of strength and skill to do.

[Photo] [Opinion] Horseback riding deserves as much recognition as other sports

Shannon Merlin, Reporter
September 12, 2024
Abortion is on the ballot for Floridians this November, in Amendment 4 that would ban the Florida legislature from restricting abortion before fetal viability or if it endangers the mother's life. This policy should be passed.

[Photo] [Opinion] Florida’s ballot initiative is important for more than just general abortion access

Eagle Eye Editorial Board
June 12, 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
An increasingly prevalent trend in the media in recent years, the media tends to be biased in the way it covers current events. This can sway a reader to believe one side.

[Photo] [Opinion] Coverage bias in media negatively alters people’s perceptions

Lydia Varghese, Reporter
April 8, 2024
Podcasts have risen in popularity dramatically in recent years. MSD students readily consume and create podcasts.

Growing number of podcasts allows MSD students to explore new ideas and hobbies

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
April 8, 2024
The recent consideration for a four-day school week for Broward County will allow students to have Friday be an optional day off. With this in mind, students will also be able to pursue other opportunities with the available extra day.

[Photo] [Opinion] Four-day school weeks will impact Broward County for the better

Lydia Varghese, Reporter
March 13, 2024
Greenwashing is the act of a company or organization marketing themselves as environmentally friendly while continuing to sell unethical products or practice unethical actions. It is a concern when teens are trying to shop sustainably.

Greenwashing by fashion brands concerns teens trying to make sustainable choices

Lydia Varghese and Grace Brill
January 8, 2024
The anonymity of the internet leads to increased targeting behavior because people can hide behind the screen. This has increased cyberbullying and should be regulated.

Internet users abuse anonymity to perform harmful acts

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
January 8, 2024

[Podcast] Breaking Down Our 2023 Spotify Wrapped

Grace Brill and Rayne Welser
December 16, 2023
In Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Wish,” Asha (voice of Ariana DeBose) is a sharp-witted idealist who lives in Rosas—a kingdom where wishes really do come true. Helmed by Oscar®-winning director Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, “Wish” features original songs by Grammy®-nominated singer/songwriter Julia Michaels and Grammy-winning producer, songwriter and musician Benjamin Rice. The epic animated musical opens only in theaters on Nov. 22, 2023. © 2023 Disney. All Rights Reserved. Photo permission from Disney/TNS.

[Review] Disney’s ‘Wish’ disappoints audiences with lackluster visuals

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2023
The representation of teenagers in television shows and movies does not accurately portray the life of many teens. With their heavy emphasis on sex and drugs, the characters fall flat on their relatability to real teenagers.

[Photo] TV shows and films fail to accurately portray teenage characters

Andie Korenge, Editor-in-Chief
January 8, 2024
The endless reports of increased violence against Muslim and Jewish communities is a source of stress for students. However, students should not feel that their safety is threatened due to conflicts they have no part in.

[Photo] Global conflicts should not affect the safety of students

Eagle Eye Editorial Board
January 8, 2024

Students can celebrate holidays in ways other than gift giving

Grace Brill and Jasmine Bhogaita
December 9, 2023
Homemade ornaments are a personal way to decorate a tree during the holidays, as they can be individualized. For more ideas for snow globes, websites like Pinterest can offer more inspiration.

[Photo] Step by Step

December 9, 2023
Representing the Asian Student Association, sophomore Ella Li, junior Tam-an Nguyen and senior Karen Liu serve food at the annual ISA Food Fair. There, members of different cultural clubs hand out food that relates to their culture on Oct. 19.

[Photo] ISA hosts fourth annual food festival

Staff, Reporter
October 31, 2023

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

Grace Brill and Jasmine Bhogaita
November 17, 2023
People at concerts disrespect other members of the audience and the music artists performing. The lack of concert etiquette can ruin the event for other attendees.

[Opinion] Concert attendees lack etiquette and ruin other’s concert experience

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2023

[Brief] MSD goes on secure due to nearby burglary

Victoria Damaso and Grace Brill
October 27, 2023

[Brief] New digital PSAT format causes issues nationwide

Jasmine Bhogaita and Grace Brill
October 12, 2023
In a harmful recent trend, running backs in the NFL are holding out on their contract for a better deal. Players should be more loyal to their team instead of following money to a new team.

[Photo] [Opinion] Arrogant football players needlessly risk their careers for contract renegotiations

Ryan Shimony, Sports Editor
October 29, 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
Olivia Rodrigo performs during the Brit Awards 2021 at the O2 Arena in London on May 11, 2021. Photo permission by Ian West/PA Wire/Zuma Press/TNS.

[Review] Olivia Rodrigo spills her Guts on her new album

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2023
Art is subjective and we should allow others to tell their own interpretation.

[Opinion] The subjectivity of art allows for people’s own opinions

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2023
There have recently been many bills proposed to restrict social media for youth to combat the negative effects social media could have. These pieces of legislation have sparked many debates on whether they are necessary or not.

[Photo] [Multimedia] U.S. targets teen social media use

Andie Korenge and Kevin Hamm
April 12, 2023
Olay Hydrated Homebody Niacinamide and Retinol 24 GIFT SET. Photo permission from Olay/TNS.

Promotion of anti-aging skincare influences teens to be aware about aging signs

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2023
Food is an important part of the lives of people around the world. Food unites people and can provide comfort.

[Photo] Food serves as a mood-booster to MSD students

Kate Becker, Senior News Editor
February 13, 2023
People shop during the Grand Opening of a Smart & Final Extra! at Jordan Downs Plaza, in Watts on January 8, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. The grocery store is providing fresh food in what is currently a USDA-designated food desert, a community in which at least 33 percent of the population resides more than 1 mile from a supermarket or large grocery store. Photo permission from Dania Maxwell/Los Angeles Times/TNS.

[Opinion] Food deserts create disastrous short and long term effects

Lily Singer and Grace Brill
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
Jeans can be found in different colors, styles, and rises. Jeans come in a big variety of different looks for many possibilities.

Denim clothing pieces provide teens with a variety of outfit styles

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
December 20, 2022
Many students feel the pressure of not only society to side with a political party, but also with their parents. Students should develop beliefs independent of their parents.

[Photo] Children should form their own political beliefs instead of blindly following their parents

Lily Singer, Senior Arts & Leisure Editor and Senior Opinons Editor
December 14, 2022
A student in the MSD media center looks through the shelves of books to find one that fits his interests best. Representation for teens can be found in the characters written within numerous novels.

[Photo] MSD students voice opinions on the innacuracy of diverse teen representation and how it plays into harmful stereotypes

Andie Korenge, Editor-in-Chief
December 8, 2022
People come in all shapes and sizes. However, it seems the fashion industry targets specific body types to sell their products.

[Photo] [Opinion] The fashion industry is targeted towards one body type and is harmful for teenagers

Caitlyn Acosta, Photographer
December 7, 2022
Signs tower over clothing racks showing low prices. Low prices make clothing stores more favored for people who do not have the money to afford more costly items.

[Photo] Peer pressure and stigma surrounds fashion and cheap clothing brands among teens

Andie Korenge, Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2022
Popular characters and celebrities make great and easily recognizable costumes.

[Photo] Halloween offers the opportunity to dress up in trendy costumes

Jessica Gorlach, Writer
October 28, 2022
Sofia Wylie and Sophia Anne Caruso star as Agatha and Sophie in The School for Good and Evil, based on the novel by Soman Chainani. Photo courtesy of Helen Sloan/Netflix.

[Review] The School for Good and Evil brings an enchanting book adaptation to the fantasy genre

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2022
Many students feel burdened by student debt and as if it is never-ending.

[Photo] [Opinion] Student debt should be excused for all students

Javier Otero, Podcast Editor
October 2, 2022
Grayscale colors are being embraced in modern design. This change is evident across most industries.

Colors are becoming grayscale in design

Grace Brill, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2022
Class clash. Students were encouraged to wear their corresponding class colors to school Thursday, Sept. 8 to show support for their grade. Freshmen wore green, sophomores wore blue, juniors wore red, and seniors wore black.

[Photo] Extreme spirit weeks leads up to an Extreme Homecoming

Ava Jurick, Writer
September 13, 2022
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