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Fed interest rate cut could mean lower student loan debt

Fed interest rate cut could mean lower student loan debt

Introduction The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the U.S. Its main priority is to maintain price stability, promote maximum employment, and support long-term interest rates. The Federal Reserve...

Teens are encouraged to be organ donors.

New Illinois program encourages teens to become organ donors

Elliott Thacker, Spotlight Reporter
October 1, 2024

The Illinois Life Goes On organ donor program is run by the Secretary of State’s office and encourages people of all ages to sign up to be organ donors if they have their driver’s license. Recently,...

Carly Quick's wellness program aims to support teachers.

Metea’s Teacher Wellness program aims to prevent teacher burnout

Sakeenah Amatul, Spotlight Reporter
September 30, 2024

In today's high-pressure educational environment, the well-being of teachers is more crucial than ever. Carly Quick, educator wellness consultant, works with Principal Dan Debruycker to meet the mental...

Students travel to school depending where they live using various options such as cars, buses, bikes, or walking.

Aurora’s Transit Advisory Board aims to create safe environment for all travelers

Emily Peña, News Editor
September 25, 2024

Aurora’s Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Transit Advisory Board is working towards creating stress-free, accessible trails that allow residents to bike safely. The board’s goal of prioritizing the overall...

Mustang 30 still does not have a start date

Students complain about delayed start of Mustang 30

Elliott Thacker, Spotlight Reporter
September 18, 2024

Due to technology issues, the beginning of Metea’s weekly Mustang 30 session has been pushed back a few more weeks, and students are eagerly waiting for the sessions to be established. Mustang 30...

The Moon festival is a celebration of family and the harvest.

The Moon Festival is a symbol of unity and peace

Sakeenah Amatul, Spotlight Reporter
September 17, 2024

The Moon-festival, a celebration for the harvest, and a symbol of family unity celebrated in many different cultures and countries, continues to be filled with excitement here at Metea. As the Moon...

Students gather at the activity fair.

The activity fair gives clubs a chance to recruit new members

Emma Nicholls, Pahi Tiwari, and Amenah Allami
September 15, 2024

Metea Valley’s activity fair occurred on September 16th throughout all lunch periods. Clubs promote themselves and attract new members during the fair. All clubs are given a table where they place...

Students often associate specific colors with different school subjects, influenced by personal emotions, memories, and classroom experiences.

Students often assign colors to each class

Mia Murphy, Spotlight Reporter
September 12, 2024

  Students associate certain colors with certain classes. When you think of your classes, have you ever envisioned a color to go with that class? Most likely you have, and if you’re an opinionated...

Students cope with new school policies and changes

Students cope with new school policies and changes

District 204 along with many schools nationwide have introduced various new policies for the 2024-2025 school year that have sparked conversations among students...
Senior Students Olivia Hernandez, Isabelle Leofanti, Frida Veraza, and Jordan Jones as they walk with their backpacks.

As adulthood is coming up, childhood youth is held on to

Bella Sieben, Spotlight Reporter
September 11, 2024

As senior year for many has begun the trend of childhood backpacks is in. Metea Valley students participate in this trend with different characters from their childhood. A sense of childhood memories expressed...

Students made USA-themed signs for last week's football game at home.

Students prepare for this year’s football game themes

Elliott Thacker, Spotlight Reporter
September 10, 2024

As football season begins, students supported the Mustangs by wearing red, white, and blue for USA night, the theme of the first home game on Friday, Sep. 6. Friday’s theme, along with others such as...

The Marching Band persists through challenges

The Marching Band persists through challenges

Struan Somerville and Frida Veraza
September 6, 2024
The Marching Band exclaims how they practice and work hard to put on an amazing performance every football game. With interviews from the band director...
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