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A Trip to Remember: China Trip 2019

October 7, 2019 • No Comments

On June 8, 2019, 10 students enrolled in Mandarin Chinese left for a trip that allowed them to completely immerse themselves in the everyday lives of teens living in China. Accompanied by Chinese teacher Yiyi Xu and history teacher Aaron Becker, the students traveled to Chengdu and Beijing. In Chengdu, they tried traditional dishes including hot pot, a boiling...

Robert Crown nears construction completion

Sadie Sims, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

Entering 2020, the Robert Crown Center will be ending construction and opening a wide variety of new programs offered to community members. “We are constructing our new...

Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to Evanston

Avi Shapira, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

On Oct. 4, critically acclaimed author and journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates will be returning to ETHS to discuss his new book, The Water Dancer. The event will be hosted by the...

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Opinion

Be wise and use all that ETHS has to offer

Everneesa Beech, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019 • 1 Comment

Wen mi first move to Evanston mi did surprised cause a the diversity a people weh live yah, Mi did even more suprised by how dem nice and how welcoming dem was, Mi did a 15 when mi move come a Evanston. wen mi start ETHS, it was completely different from anything weh mi eva see. But wat did more was surprising was the education system, how...

The price of crying: toxic masculinity reinforces harmful stereotypes

Saskia Teterycz, Assistant Opinion Editor

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

I saw my dad cry for the first time two years ago. I was shocked that the letter I wrote to him on Father’s Day was enough to conjure physical...

Swimming inequity in Evanston perpetuates segregation

Martha Castellini, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

From a young age, my parents were eager to ensure I was not just comfortable in the water but also had proficient swimming skills. Swim lessons at the McGaw YMCA were my Saturday morning rituals, and later as I moved up the ranks, swim meets dictated my entire schedule as a middle school age kid. However, it was not until this past summer...

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Arts & Ent.

Munchin with Michael: mac and cheese

Michael Barthelemy, Food Critic

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

As the year progresses and we slowly transition into fall and eventually winter, comfort is paramount importance. As the temperature drops, you’ll see more and more sweatpants and hoodies make an appearance. Relaxation is critical in times like these, and food selection is no different. In my opinion, nothing feels better than eating a warm meal, under the blankets, watching...

Why fanny packs are a concert essential

Sophie Gomez, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

Fanny packs have enhanced the concert experience for the better. Within the past few months, they’re becoming increasingly common. Popular brands have taken the trend to their...

Reboots, revivals, and remakes

Sophie Yang, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

Hit shows from the past are making a comeback, with services producing more TV shows annually. HBO announced a reboot of the popular show Gossip Girl, a spinoff series with the same name and general idea, but a different cast and storyline. Along with HBO, Disney plans to revive the original Lizzie McGurie show, with a similar cast but different storyline. Another classic show,...

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Sports

Kits win Homecoming Game 49-10 over Glenbrook North

Eli Cohen, Sports Editor

September 28, 2019 • No Comments

The rain was pouring and the Kits couldn’t stop scoring. Evanston came out on top 49-10 against Glenbrook North in a game that started on Friday night, but finished Saturday afternoon due to lightning postponing the game during halftime. “You definitely don’t want to lose that Friday Night Lights experience on Homecoming, but there are things you can’t...

Football looks to shatter expectations ahead of conference play

Gordon Redfield-Gale, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

After hosting their first home playoff game in seven years, the football team is fresh off of a strong season. After they graduated starters such as Michael Axelrood, Malik Ross and Ben Tarpey, a down year was expected. However, the combination of a fantastic group of sophomores and the leadership of returning members has this team ready to shatter expectations. “I’m...

Soccer looks to continue exciting season

Hailey Fine, Sports Editor

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

After a game against Glenbrook South yesterday, the Kits look to dominate their upcoming match against New Trier. A strong mental state seems to be key when preparing for important games like these. “Every training session is geared towards the next game, and that is really the focus,” senior goalie Daniel Linder said. “Taking the season one game at a time is...

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In-Depth

How lack of school spirit affects students

Lauren Dain, Jessica Seghal, and Sydney Ter Molen

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

ETHS has a spirit problem; student attendance and involvement in school-sponsored events has been decreasing. This has caused the administration to reevaluate what spirit events are worth planning and offering for students to attend. “School spirit, to me, means flaunting and being proud of the school you go to. You know, showing up at sports games, taking...

Racial and socioeconomic implications in how ETHS lost its spirit

Caroline Jacobs and Aldric Martinez-Olsen

September 27, 2019 • No Comments

While not the only cause, the demographic diversity at ETHS may play a role in student engagement at school-organized events like dances and sporting events. The ETHS...

Accessibility of activism efforts

Caroline Jacobs and Sydney Ter Molen

August 26, 2019 • No Comments

As students undertake various forms of activism, there are barriers that exclude certain groups of people from joining these movements. Trends concerning race, socioeconomic status, and physical capability are evident when looking at who is most frequently involved in activist efforts. Many ETHS clubs that promote activism see white females significantly overrepresented...

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Feature

Swimmers reflect on new NFHS regulations

Mimi Herrick, Feature Facilitator

September 27, 2019

Swimmers can be disqualified for their events for numerous reasons: doing an extra kick, staying underwater for more than 15 meters, and now “improper” suit coverage. On Friday Sept. 6, a swimmer in Alaska was disqualified for “inappropriate” suit coverage due to a new rule the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) has passed, angering...

Euphoria exaggerates the misuse of drugs among American teenagers

Ingrid Halverson, Staff Writer

September 27, 2019

Following the life of 17-year-old drug addict Rue, recently released HBO drama series Euphoria graphically captures what teen drug use can look like in the United States....

Complexities of Jewish identity spur political feelings, responses

Eden Drajpuch, Feature Facilitator

September 27, 2019

Judaism has played an integral role in my life and my family’s lives for nearly as long as I can remember. It started for me when I was just six years old, attending a public...

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