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As a child of divorced parents, Lila switches between houses often. Many other kids also have to make this switch every day, week, or month.

Normalizing Divorce: The Child’s Perspective

LILA BRIDGMAN
March 12, 2024

Divorce takes a toll on both parents and children. While separation may be best for the parents, it’s important to support and understand the child’s perception of such a great change. When you...

The club aims to connect schools within the ELPS district to raise awareness across the whole community.

Taking Change to ELMS and beyond

KASEY LAMBERT
February 22, 2024

Typically, integration between the EL schools is rare to see. However, Feb. 9 marked something different as members of the ELHS Cultural Awareness Club visited ELMS to present issues of microaggressions...

Junior and newly licensed driver Shea Killoy agrees that most new drivers illegally drive with passengers in

their cars.

Steering Outside the Lines

DYLAN MANIFOLD
February 22, 2024

You turn 16, spend hundreds of dollars, take the painful safety classes, and now it’s finally time to get your license. Friends have been calling shotgun in your car for months, assuring you it’s...

Ms. Shyloski is psyched to have hooked a perfect position for herself at ELHS.

Give a Viking Welcome to New Psychologist Ms. Shyloski

OLIVIA BROWN and JORDYN SKINNER
February 5, 2024

With a strong passion for helping people, Sheryl Shyloski has found the perfect job for herself as ELHS’s new psychologist. “My understanding is they are looking to increase mental health support...For...

The Women’s Empowerment Club sold snacks at a football game to raise money.

Women’s Empowerment Club Makes Their Mark

DYLAN MANIFOLD
February 5, 2024

Between the #metoo movement and the backlash that ensued from the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, female empowerment is at the forefront of society. This call to empower women is being...

In April, Manwaring piloted a flight to San Francisco.

ELHS Students Fly High to Aviation School

RUBY THOMS
January 30, 2024

To most, flying seems simple: you pack your bags, book a flight, and land safely. However, most people have no interest in the aviation aspect of travel, they just rely on the pilot to get them to their...

John Whittaker Takes the Roads Less  Travelled by Bike

John Whittaker Takes the Roads Less Travelled by Bike

MAYA D’AQUILA
January 30, 2024

For most, a bicycle is a simple vehicle to deliver you from point A to point B. For senior John Whittaker, a bicycle represents freedom and nonconformity. “On the bike, you feel free. You don’t...

Behind the Scenes: Cafeteria Staff

Behind the Scenes: Cafeteria Staff

KASEY LAMBERT
January 26, 2024

Heidi Bard: When cafeteria staff member Heidi Bard isn’t at work, she can be found with a bow and arrow in her hand. Although students who get pizza see her every day, they probably don’t know how...

Ms. Sojkowski and her family have been slowly returning to normal life.

Making the Most of a Tough Situation

JORDYN SKINNER
January 26, 2024

Last year, math teacher Stephanie Sojkowski and her family’s lives had changed forever when a driver under the influence crossed the double yellow lines and struck their car head on. “The recovery...

Where Does EL Recycling Really Go?

Where Does EL Recycling Really Go?

RUBY THOMS
December 5, 2023

You're probably used to rolling your recycling can down to the curb every other Wednesday. The trucks come pick it up, and that’s where your journey ends. However, your recycling still has a long way...

Mr. Bergeron finished the Tackle the Trail marathon with a time of 3 hours and 52 minutes.

Mr. Bergeron: 26 Miles, 25 Years of Teaching

MAYA D’AQUILA
December 5, 2023

A marathon of teaching has produced more than gray hairs for math teacher Brian Bergeron. Teaching provides a lifeline and a forever feeling of pride. This irreplaceable feeling is well worth a little...

‘Wall of Honor’ Celebrates East Lyme Veterans

‘Wall of Honor’ Celebrates East Lyme Veterans

LILA BRIDGMAN
November 16, 2023

Jack Rheinhold: On June 1, 1968 Mr. Rheinhold was one of the many men aged 18-30 drafted to serve in the Vietnam War. A decade ago, Reinhold would not have been comfortable discussing this. He believes...

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