Last Tuesday, Aug. 21, the City of Evanston’s Electoral Board, comprised of the mayor, city clerk and senior alderman, dispelled challenges to the referendum to save the Harley Clarke mansion and grounds...
Ahead of the June 3 graduation, Evanston Mayor Steve Hagerty has been con- firmed by administration as the ceremony’s commencement speaker. Though a city official, Hagerty’s lack of affiliation...
It has become clear that Evanston is one of the more politically active communities in the area, if not the nation. Earlier this month, our own student body demonstrated this with mass attendance and involvement...
ETHS is in many ways a haven for individualized academic and extracurricular pursuits; the requirement of registration for and completion of AP exams undermines that reputation. These mandates, and the...
As we all know, ETHS first semester final exams begin one week after students and staff return from winter break. Final exams have been scheduled at this time for several years, but it’s time for that...
Throughout this current school year, the administration has done a phenomenal job of bringing in speakers who are not only willing to share their insight, but take questions from students as well....
Other student resources need to follow the Hub’s lead and adapt to a changing school.
Every day, students have access to valuable spaces like East and Central Library. However, most students flock to...
On Sept. 22, The Evanstonian ran a series of stories on marijuana use in Illinois, in Evanston and at ETHS. The three articles printed touched on Illinois’ possible legalization, the medical benefits...
Lose the mentality that you're "too cool" for school events.
High school is so much more than tests and grades. It is also about trying new things, like cheering in the stands, clapping in...
We need an in-school absence policy.
It’s time we open up students’ schedules so that they may experience the important events held at our school. Throughout the year, and especially in the months...
We all admire ETHS for its sports and theatre programs, but it’s time to recognize Algebra and Entrepreneurship for their innovative work on the Wildkit Store.
Although the store has been around for...
There should be a clear, accessible student outlet to address problems around the school.
With recent dress code protests, it seems more pressing than ever to put in a system where students can address...
It’s time to let go of grudges.
At the end of last school year it seemed as though most of us cared less about finals and more about the safety stealing scandal. Although that was a serious issue,...
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