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Struan Somerville

Struan Somerville

Struan is a Sophomore and it’s his first year on staff as a graphic designer. When not reporting, he is in the Marching Mustangs Color Guard, playing viola, or dancing in Metea’s Theater program. His favorite color is purple and is a star on stage. If you ever need a funny line or someone to crack you up, he’s the one to call.

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The dance team performs together to the audience as the American football scrimmage happens behind them, awaiting for the half-time stop.

Mustang Mania showcases fall sports

Emma Nicholls, Jeremy Solano Coraspe, Anders Moranchek, Struan Somerville, Luisa Bernardino, Ryder Preston Brown, and Elliott Thacker
August 26, 2025

Metea launched its fall sports season with Mustang Mania on Friday, August 22, an annual showcase where teams exhibited their offseason progress to a crowd of enthusiastic students from 4 to 8 p.m....

Boys soccer scrimmage raises morale for upcoming season

Boys soccer scrimmage raises morale for upcoming season

Struan Somerville, Gino Colasanti, Francesca Tolentino, and Elizabeth Maher
July 24, 2025

Despite a tough loss in a pre-season scrimmage against the Geneva Vikings, the Metea Valley boys varsity soccer team remains optimistic about their upcoming season. The match, which was a crucial process...

As the team works through precamp, they start to feel prepared for the upcoming season

As the team works through precamp, they start to feel prepared for the upcoming season

Metea players huddle with coaches after the game.

Metea players huddle with coaches after the game.

Players calculate their next move on the turf.

Players calculate their next move on the turf.

Geneva player dribbles soccer ball throughout the turf.

Geneva player dribbles soccer ball throughout the turf.

The graduates throw their caps, marking an end to the ceremony.

Class of ’25 graduates with determination and joy

Struan Somerville, Luisa Bernardino, and Ryder Preston Brown
June 3, 2025

As we wrap up another year, another class of seniors graduate. On Sunday, May 25, families, faculty, and students came together to celebrate the end of this year, hearing speeches from 5 speakers, listening...

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 14

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 14

Struan Somerville, Multimedia Editor
May 23, 2025

Listen to our Host, Struan Somerville, reflect over the past 13 episodes and enjoy the Finale!

Senior Send-off celebrates senior’s final day

Emma Nicholls and Struan Somerville
May 21, 2025

The end of the school year brings a bittersweet feeling for seniors as they end their last day of classes and prepare for graduation. Celebrations like Senior Send-off recognize the hard work the seniors...

A preschooler walks along with their student partners, waving off to the crowd.

Mini Mustangs celebrate with pomp and circumstance

Struan Somerville, Braiden Stone, and Luisa Bernardino
May 19, 2025

The Mini Mustangs finally finished their year! The Metea preschoolers graduating on May 15th and they march throughout the hallways with the high school students support. Help bring celebration...

Theater prepares for 'Legally Blonde'

Theater prepares for ‘Legally Blonde’

Struan Somerville, Graphics Designer
May 1, 2025
Metea Valley Theater has been tirelessly working to put on its two-and-a-half-hour production of Legally Blonde. Curious about what goes on behind the scenes?
USC helps raise awareness to mental health and gain donations for their cause.

[Photo] USC Ice Bucket Challenge advocates for mental health

Pahi Tiwari, News Reporter
April 30, 2025

USC helps raise awareness to mental health and gain donations for their cause.

From April 28th to May 2nd, mental health week is celebrated.

[Photo] Take a breath with Mental Health Matters

Elliott Thacker and Sakeenah Amatul
April 28, 2025

From April 28th to May 2nd, mental health week is celebrated.

Cheating actually increases stress and work load in school.

[Photo] Ask and you shall recieve

Shruthi Ayyagari, Granger News Network
April 15, 2025

Cheating actually increases stress and work load in school.

Rachel Chen beat her competitors by over 150 votes.

[Photo] Metea student wins Youth and Government election

Pahi Tiwari, News Reporter
March 28, 2025

Rachel Chen beat her competitors by over 150 votes.

A student swims, making arcs in the water as they freestyle.

Metea holds Special Olympics swim meet

Sakeenah Amatul, Luisa Bernardino, Ryder Preston Brown, Braiden Stone, and Struan Somerville
March 26, 2025

  The Illinois Special Olympics is a beacon of inclusivity, hope, and achievement for athletes. As part of the global Special Olympics movement, Illinois is committed to providing people with...

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 13

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 13

Struan Somerville, Graphics Designer
March 26, 2025

 In this episode, I and our returning dirtbag, Elle, chat about the topic of sexism and how it affects today's society. This episode does also have some political strains in it too so just make sure...

IPSD 204 still does not have a cricket, but only a club.

[Photo] IPSD should consider cricket as an actual sport

Vaibhav Doddi, Granger News Network
March 24, 2025

IPSD 204 still does not have a cricket, but only a club.

Mayhem is Lady Gaga's new studio album.

‘Mayhem’ brings mayhem to the music industry

Struan Somerville, Graphic Designer
March 17, 2025

Lady Gaga recently had all of her monsters feeling a good romance to her newest studio album, “Mayhem”. With it consisting of fourteen fantastic tracks and 3 hit singles, this album was born to be...

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 12

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 12

Struan Somerville, Graphics Designer
March 14, 2025

In this episode we chat about the balancing between high school life and working! It's a short episode because we had a time crunch but I still hope you all enjoy! Music credit: Orignal Sound by Struan...

Ginger hate has increased with the rise of Ed Sherran, and its totally unnecessary.

[Photo] He is ginger and talentless

Saavi Krishnan, Perspectives Reporter
March 13, 2025

Ginger hate has increased with the rise of Ed Sherran, and its totally unnecessary.

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 11

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 11

Struan Somerville
March 5, 2025

In this episode I'm joined by our freshman dirtbag, Olivia! We talk about heart surgeries, stress over dance team, past memories, and fun times over all. Please enjoy it and I can't wait for you to hear...

Genders need to start getting along, and stop arguing with each other.

Stop pitting genders against each other

Struan Somerville, Graphic Designer
February 21, 2025

Buying flowers, paying for a meal or writing notes: these are all acts of romance that men do for the ones they care about. But society commonly overlooks the simple acts of kindness that men do. Recently,...

District 203 might change their start times.

[Photo] 203 new schedule proposal sparks mixed reactions from 204 students

Pahi Tiwari, News Reporter
February 19, 2025

District 203 might change their start times.

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 10

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 10

Struan Somerville
February 14, 2025

In this episode, I'm joined by our dirtbag, Isabelle!! We talk all about college applications for upcoming seniors and how to manage stress. This episode is very natural so if you like a good coffee...

Reflective notes are sentimental.

[Photo] Dear Future Me…

Nama Koganti and Elliott Thacker
February 14, 2025

Reflective notes are sentimental.

Young Hearts For Life will take place on February 4th.

[Photo] Young Hearts for Life to offer free ECGs

Nama Koganti and Elliott Thacker
February 3, 2025

Young Hearts For Life will take place on February 4th.

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 9

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 9

Struan Somerville
January 31, 2025

In this episode, we talk about many topics. Stress over track, what it's like with siblings and twins, and my personal favorite, My Birthday! Hope you all enjoy this episode as I had a lot of fun recording...

James Charles went from fame, to the dirtiest dumps of the internet.

[Photo] James, you’re still canceled

Saavi Krishnan, Perspectives Reporter
January 29, 2025

James Charles went from fame, to the dirtiest dumps of the internet.

Junior students chat as they’re watching the basketball match between students and teachers, cheering on for the student victory.

Metea Valley pep assembly sets high spirits

Luisa Bernardino, Struan Somerville, Ryder Preston Brown, and Rayma Miller
January 28, 2025

During work overload and busy schedules for so many students, the winter pep assembly was a fun way to give students a much-needed break during the school day. While providing an entertaining break for...

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 8

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 8

Struan Somerville
January 18, 2025

Happy 2025! As we kick off the new year with the second half of season 1, we add a new addition to the episodes and we chat about Teacher Anxiety. My dirtbag in this episode is special as it's Ms. Luna!...

Teenage Dirtbags Ep 7

Teenage Dirtbags Ep 7

Struan Somerville, Graphic Designer
December 13, 2024

In episode 7, we talk about the joy of Festivities! With our home stories during the holidays, it's an episode to enjoy (: Happy Holidays and enjoy your break! Music credit: Orignal Sound by Struan...

This year's Spotify lacked luster.

[Photo] Wrapped 2024 was kind of lame

Esther Kabanda and Sweeti Patel
December 10, 2024

This year's Spotify lacked luster.

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 6

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 6

Struan Somerville, Graphics Designer
December 6, 2024

It's time for Episode 6 of Teenage Dirtbags! Me and our dirtbag, Quinny, talk about the stress and pressure being a music student. We also talk a little bit about what's going on behind the scenes of...

Males typically yearn for muscular bodies.

[Photo] That ‘winter arc’ is destroying you

Esther Kabanda, Perspectives Reporter
December 4, 2024

Males typically yearn for muscular bodies.

Holidays express the world's culture.

Winter holidays around the globe

Struan Somerville, Graphic Designer
December 2, 2024

As winter rolls around, many different holidays are celebrated. People celebrate by holding parties, gifts, ceremonies, and/or giving food. In the end, these celebrations always bring people from everywhere...

A decorate pine tree for Christmas.

[Photo] holidays

December 2, 2024

A decorate pine tree for Christmas.

Riley Gallagher(12) pictured getting ready to speak.

[Photo] Government students participate in mock Congress

Nama Koganti, Elliott Thacker, and Pahi Tiwari
November 22, 2024

Congress Day was held in the Auditorium.

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 5

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 5

Struan Somerville, Spotlight Reporter
November 21, 2024

In Episode 5 of Teenage Dirtbags, me and my dirtbag, Joe, discuss politics and its controversies. Not as hefty as the others but it is argumentative, enjoy! Music credit: Orignal Sound by Struan Somerville

The eighth saga features the return of the main antagonist, Poseidon, in the song “Get in the Water.”

The Vengeance Saga: Groove and Agony

Luisa Bernardino and Struan Somerville
November 8, 2024
Almost 200 thousand listeners tuned into the “Epic: The Vengeance Saga” listening party. They watched every single animation, appreciated every single moment and all waited for the...
Teenage Dirtbags Episode 4

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 4

Struan Somerville, Spotlight Reporter
November 6, 2024

In the 4th episode of teenage dirtbag, me and our dirtbag, Anusha, chat about today's views on racism. Not a huge topic for me to touch but we also explore misogyny, homophobia, and colorism. Music...

LeBron James' legacy has had a great impact on the NBA.

[Photo] Father-son duo take the court for the first time in history

Gino Colasanti, Sports Reporter
November 1, 2024

LeBron James' legacy has had a great impact on the NBA.

Calypso’s Island featuring Odysseus ship

Calypso’s Island featuring Odysseus ship

he giant sea worm, known as Charybdis, makes it’s impressive entrance

he giant sea worm, known as Charybdis, makes it’s impressive entrance

Mini Mustangs enjoy a Halloween Bash

Mini Mustangs enjoy a Halloween Bash

Frida Veraza and Struan Somerville
October 31, 2024

The Mini Mustangs recently made their march down the hallways of Metea, collecting candy from classrooms as they passed. The toddlers had the chance to dress up in spooky costumes and enjoy the Halloween...

Teachers are no longer allowed to write passes for students to go to different classes during M30.

Teachers are no longer allowed to write passes during M30

Pahi Tiwari and Struan Somerville
October 24, 2024

Metea Valley’s administration established a new Mustang 30 policy on Oct. 16th. This policy change states that teachers aren’t allowed to let students switch classes with a pass during Mustang 30. Assistant...

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 3

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 3

Struan Somerville, Spotlight Reporter
October 21, 2024

(Some topics are sensitive to others) In the lucky episode, number 3, our guest Dirtbag, Elle Gaspar, sits down to chat about body image with me! This episode is darker than the last so please be aware...

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 2

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 2

Struan Somerville
October 8, 2024

In our 2nd episode, Struan, and our anonymous dirtbag, Suki, discuss the topics over religion, nostalgia, and our common question, Anxiety of teenage life. I'm so excited for you all to hear this one...

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 1

Teenage Dirtbags Episode 1

Struan Somerville, Spotlight Reporter
September 23, 2024

(Some topics are sensitive to others) In the very first episode of Teenage Dirtbags (yay!) Struan and our first dirtbag, Anusha, talk about the anxiety of school shootings, grades, and 5 words to describe...

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...
New teachers are welcomed by administration and mentors.

Metea’s New Teachers Induction Program welcomes new teachers

Dhiya Ashlyn D.S., Azaa Battsogt, Ja’Vonn Williams, Struan Somerville, and Sakeenah Amatul
July 25, 2024

Administration and teacher mentors dedicate themselves to welcoming new teachers through the New Teacher Induction program (NTI). NTI is a summer program tailored to new and incoming teachers. On August...

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