Noelle Smagala, Website Manager/Social Media Editor
December 12, 2019
Doodoodoo! Mom arrived at home. Doodoodoo! Angela left Bryan’s house. By the end of 2018, approximately 18 million users were receiving alerts like these each month on the...
December 11, 2019
Mental Health Matters works to alter people’s perspectives on mental health. They discuss ways in which they can help ease the pressure faced by students. The club's goal...
December 6, 2019
After a long week of school, students are excitedly looking forward to the weekend. Finally finishing up that essay or test looming over the week, Fridays are a big relief...
Fandoms represent a new 21st century culture
December 4, 2019
The general enjoyment of a topic or subject is a sensation that most people can relate to. However, that public enjoyment moves on to something else once someone begins to...
The Chicago Teachers Union strike highlights an underlying message among educational equity
November 15, 2019
On a seemingly normal October morning, a media onslaught would begin. Over the course of the month, endless headlines in blazing bold font would scream of money-hungry teachers...
AirPod users share their opinions of AirPod Pros
November 7, 2019
Apple has recently released its AirPod Pros. The new set of wireless earbuds comes with a variety of new features. At a price of around $250, the AirPod Pros are sweat and...
October 30, 2019
Cuando entras a una clase en una escuela pública, no piensas que la diversidad va a ser un problema. Hay carteles que muestran mensajes de inclusión, pero en las clases...
Working high school teens find it difficult to balance academics and part-time jobs
October 23, 2019
Life for teens belonging to the up and coming generation can be astoundingly hectic as it is. Given the demands of school, sports, and other responsibilities, just the thought...
District 204 Schools introduce E-Learning programs
October 18, 2019
Vlog: Ninja Warrior Maggie Owen shares her skills
October 16, 2019
Mustang Comedy prepares for a new year of comedy
October 11, 2019
Mustang Comedy has recently rebranded away from Mustang Improv. This recent change happened due to new teachers and students from last year who brought new ideas and practices...
Instagram implements new policy over posts containing weight loss products
October 2, 2019
With growing concerns about how social media platforms affect teen’s mental health, Instagram is taking steps to change perceptions and promote positive feelings and attitudes....
Ameer Vann’s EMMANUEL is a mixed album with a mixed reception
October 2, 2019
Ameer Vann has returned to the media after a 2-year hiatus from the online world. His revival started with an online post, where he stands below an advertisement for a solo...
Vlog: Musicians audition for All-State Band
October 2, 2019
Every year, students from across Illinois audition for the All-State Band, known as Illinois Music Education Association, or ILMEA. Spotlight reporter Amber Corkey was one...
Metea tries to strengthen school spirit in various departments
October 2, 2019
Metea has been a school now for ten years. However, an issue that the school often ignores is a lack of collective school spirit. Yes, there is Marty the Mustang, the pep...
October 1, 2019
Homecoming season at Metea has officially passed. Here’s what some students thought about the dance, spirit week, and the pep assemblies.
People Tree producer Claire Dee shares how to tell a great story
September 24, 2019
Storytelling is something that has been relevant in human culture before it could be written down. It is a process where it can be reciprocated or passed down; essentially...
January 17, 2020
Meredith Olef is a junior who loves to bowl. She is on the varsity team and broke a district record last week, placing fourth overall in the state. She was able to get an...
January 14, 2020
Every day, the staff in the commons cafeteria serve thousands of students duing lunches and passing periods. The Stampede reached out to a few of the many employees who are...
December 13, 2019
Hot Chocolate with Marty has been a wintertime tradition at Metea for years now. The celebration of Fridays to ring in finals brings yuletide cheer to one of the most stressful...
Humans of Metea: Mission Impossible
December 6, 2019
Humans of Metea: Megha Saravanan
November 21, 2019
Humans of Metea: Steps Dance Company
November 15, 2019