Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s legacy and what is next for the U.S. Supreme Court

October 1, 2020

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, often referred to as RBG, was nominated to be the associate justice by President Clinton in 1993. Ginsburg was the second woman to serve the US Supreme...

Communication surrounding the SAT and college applications leaves seniors feeling unprepared

September 18, 2020

As college applications open, seniors are rushing to complete their SATs in time. After the school-administered SAT was canceled last March, the district informed seniors...

Metea Valley proceeds to take safety precautions for students and staff in the building

September 18, 2020

This year has seen a significant amount of changes in the way the world works. One of these being an introduction to a new way of schooling. Athletes and clubs are also having...

Social life of teens affected by the pandemic

September 10, 2020

Throughout history pandemics have caused a plague of negative impacts and challenges.  COVID-19 is in the media daily with its impacts on physical health, loss of life, and...

Inconsistencies with education continues in a global pandemic

August 26, 2020

Since March, the Mustangs have been taking on more responsibilities at home. They have been occupied with watching their siblings, cooking for their families, and keeping...

Students respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic

August 17, 2020

Schools switched to online as the entire United States issued a stay at home order on March 13. Quarantine gave students increased free time but restrained how it could be...

The existential crisis of choosing a college during a worldwide pandemic

May 1, 2020

During the start of second semester, if anyone had said that a global pandemic would soon not only destabilize the national economy, but force millions of Americans indoors...

Quarantine has impacted the way students use social media

April 22, 2020

As people are adapting to quarantine life, the use of social media has become of even greater importance. Students and teachers can utilize social networks to communicate...

Social distancing has slowed down life, redefining normal

April 21, 2020

The Coronavirus outbreak has changed the way the world operates, at least for the time being. Families are spending more time indoors, surrounded by each other. Gone are the...

Changes in learning and testing shift to a new normal

April 9, 2020

With the comfort of working in pajamas, students are gaining momentum in remote learning. Students have had to adapt to these new changes and make new routines to make sure...

After a long struggle with identity, the Boy Scouts declare bankruptcy

April 8, 2020

The Boy Scouts of America filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Feb. 8 after facing numerous lawsuits from former members. This has been a long time coming, with membership numbers...

Cancelation of school activities and events have affected the future plans of students

March 19, 2020

Along with the closure of school, there will be no extracurricular activities, athletics, or events at Metea until further notice. These cancelations come at a critical time...

Daylight saving time reignites controversy over observance

March 11, 2020

As morning arises on the second Sunday of March, people stutter at their clocks realizing they may be an hour late to start their day. This widely adopted practice of moving...

Girl Talk: Putting an end to the stigma of menstruation

March 9, 2020

There is shame and guilt in talking about our periods. People with periods hold their tongues when talking about their experiences or any help they need. Over around 500 cycles...