They're Playing Our Song Cheerleaders and Band Debut
A school pep rally scene unfolds as the crowd mishears the loyalty song. While the chorus appears to pledge loyalty to SHS, students debate the correct line and insist the chant should honor the school. The crowd imagines a corrected version.
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SHS
The processionary caterpillar and human leadership
A naturalist observes processionary caterpillars moving in a line with heads touching tails. The tale uses the behavior as a critique of crowds blindly following leaders. It contrasts crowd approval with doing right and urges individual moral judgment.
The Great F Count Puzzle in 1964 Text
A classroom style brain teaser asks readers to count the letter F in the sentence finished files are the result of years of scientific study combined with the experience of years. It notes six F's exist and challenges readers to spot them and rate their skill.
New SHS Freshmen Reactions Spark Mixed Feelings
Roving Reporter gathers candid freshman replies at SHS about the new building. Students express mixed views on crowding, navigation, workload, and facilities, with comments ranging from praise to frustration about halls, monitors, and clocks, highlighting a maze of corridors and a busy start to the term.
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Stork
Sis
Charlie
Schwitty
Bob
P.V.D
Linda Jay
C.S
Flea
K.P
Sue T
Matilda Helen
Ron M
Linda E
Judy
Ken B
di Y
S.W
Joanie
Cheri Bankes
General W
O.k
Latin teacher romance and odd school happenings teased
Bits and scraps describe a Latin teacher’s imminent engagement and vague bride hints. A senior football crowd plays in a parking lot with meters as goals. Friday’s Y turnout hits an all-time high while a loyal advisor counts steps between classes. A nearby student dislikes P.E. and schemes to be sent home, but fails.
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Cassandra
P.E
Mallard ducks under power line in quick dash
A mallard rapidly ducked beneath a low power line, eliciting a concise joke about the bird’s wisdom. The brief incident centers on a nimble flight maneuver and a playful punchline.
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