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James Turnbull

James Turnbull, Headines Reporter

James Turnbull, when not procrastinating, can often be found in the music wing and percussion room. He is a drum major of the marching band, a percussionist in wind ensemble, and an avid member of MV’s Youth and Government club. He enjoys reading about politics and current events, particularly The Economist.

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Some students are turning to ADHD stimulant medicines, to enhance their focus and academic performance, and increase general motivation.  These drugs, however, can come with serious consequences and side effects.

Stimulated problems: Stimulants cause more harm than good

You’ve heard the names: Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta. You know what they do: give a boost of energy, help you focus, and keep you awake. At least, that’s what they’re prescribed to do. They can be...

Reviewsies: A strong cast delivers a strong performance

Reviewsies: A strong cast delivers a strong performance

James Turnbull and RIley Burgoon
May 3, 2019

The theater department is performing the hit musical Newsies as the spring musical of their tenth theater season. After viewing the opening night performance, we can safely say that this show is, in...

Crossing guard unreliability prompts changes from deans

Crossing guard unreliability prompts changes from deans

James Turnbull
March 20, 2019

Multiple days this winter and in the past due to staff absence or other bad weather, no crossing guard was present at the four-way intersection that allows students to cross and enter the building from...

Seniors Amartya Dave and Ashwin Saxena dress up for Tie Tuesday.

Tie Tuesday instills the importance of relationships in young men

James Turnbull, Headlines Reporter
January 24, 2019

ie Tuesday is exactly what it sounds like: students dressing in business attire on Tuesdays. As a part of the Aurora organization Boys 2 Men, the students’ objective is to create a generation of young...

Deans crack down on parking pass violators

Deans crack down on parking pass violators

James Turnbull, Headlines Reporter
September 20, 2018

ver the last two weeks, deans have pulled juniors and seniors out of class for one specific reason: parking pass violations. Students who have been parking without a parking pass received behavior referrals....

The Stampede selected as 2018 Pacemaker finalist

The Stampede selected as 2018 Pacemaker finalist

James Turnbull, Headlines Reporter
September 14, 2018

The Stampede, Metea Valley's news magazine, was selected as a 2018 Pacemaker Finalist by the National Scholastic Press Association last Friday. As one of only 61 high schools selected from across the...

Manafort could place the Trump administration in danger

Manafort could place the Trump administration in danger

James Turnbull, Headlines Reporter
September 7, 2018

The people of the United States know Paul Manafort for being a campaign aide for President Donald Trump in 2016. Long called a “political fixer” who was able to stay cool under pressure, Manafort...

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