Killian Johnson Archives

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: April Edition

Sarah Holzman and Sydney Burleyson
April 19, 2023

The Stampede Staff recommends their favorite songs for spring.

[Photo] ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ delivers humor with a purpose

Venkata Sri Saiveer Chelliboyina, Perspectives Reporter
April 10, 2023

From Starlord’s mask to Yondu’s arrow, the world design of “Guardians of the Galaxy” is scrappy and inventive.

[Photo] The Olympic Games Esports division receives poor reception from students

Tanay Pant, Spotlight Editor
March 22, 2023

The Olympics new eSports division has opened up opportunities to everyone to be featured in the Games.

[Photo] Students experience fear and confusion during Granger lock down

Isabelle Leofanti and Madison Moon
March 13, 2023

Granger students talk about how they felt during the lock down after witnessing the intruder.

[Photo] Editorial: Student Journalists ‘Lead’ the week emphasizing the importance of Scholastic Journalism Week

The Stampede Editorial Team
February 24, 2023

Everyone's voice can make a difference in a community by displaying different perspectives.

[Photo] College Board offers AP African American studies course

Madison Moon, Lindsey Hall, and Isabelle Leofanti
February 17, 2023

AP African American studies in a new course by the College Board.

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: Valentine’s Day Edition

February 7, 2023

The Stampede Staff recommends their favorite love songs.

[Photo] ChatGPT’s release sparks concern over academic dishonesty

Tanay Pant, Spotlight Editor
January 25, 2023

ChatGPT offers a wide array of different features, some of which can be used by students to cheat on homework and exams.

[Photo] ‘Glass Onion’ is playfully smart

Venkata Sri Saiveer Chelliboyina, Perspectives Reporter
January 20, 2023

'Glass Onion' was a song by The Beatles that mocked people who read into song lyrics too much. Since, it has become a metaphor for something that is both layered and transparent.

[Photo] Social studies department proposes a variety of potential new classes

Lindsey Hall
January 20, 2023

There is a possibility of new social studies courses for the 2024-25 school year

[Photo] ‘Avatar: The Way Of Water’ looks great bro

Venkata Sri Saiveer Chelliboyina, Perspectives Reporter
January 13, 2023

Avatar is visually stunning, if not structurally simple.

[Photo] Finals week prompts discussion on how to prepare and the necessity of finals as a whole

Tanay Pant, Spotlight Editor
December 16, 2022

Students must study long hours for their finals, which can lead to stress and burnout over time

[Photo] Andor proves that Star Wars is more than just the Skywalker Saga

Venkata Sri Saiveer Chelliboyina, Perspectives Reporter
December 9, 2022

Cassian Andor is a less fortunate protagonist that introduces moral ambiguity to the Star Wars universe.

[Photo] Netflix launches a cheaper tier with ads

Venkata Sri Saiveer Chelliboyina, Perspectives Reporter
November 3, 2022

Ads are the go-to support for modern streaming services.

[Photo] Taylor Swift’s new album, ‘Midnights’, is her best album yet

Sarah Holzman, Perspectives Editor
October 26, 2022

Taylor Swift’s newest pop album 'Midnights' shows her growth as an artist.

[Photo] The Stampede’s top five Taylor Swift albums

Sarah Holzman, Madison Moon, Lindsey Hall, and Sydney Burleyson
October 14, 2022

To celebrate Taylor Swift's upcoming album, Midnights, the staff names their favorite albums.

[Photo] A day to remember: 9/11

Sydney Burleyson and Sarah Holzman
September 12, 2022

On each anniversary New York City displays two beaming lights representing the twin towers to pay respect to those who lost their lives and celebrate the spirit of NYC

[Photo] Top artists receive awards at this year’s VMAs

Allison Davids and Sarah Holzman
September 8, 2022

Although the VMAs are primarily for recognizing musical talent, fashion is always a stand-out factor of the entire show.

[Photo] Opinions: Gun control laws in the United States have to change

Ollie Shuminas, Diversity Editor
August 30, 2022

The Highland Park community remembers the victims from July 4 through a memorial service.

Umbrella Academy season three leaves us with more questions than answers

Ayaana Pradhan, Killian Johnson, and Ven Chelliboyina
August 25, 2022

[Photo] The 2022 Met Gala: How to not follow a dress code

Isabela Sanchez, Perspectives Editor
May 9, 2022

Some honorable mentions in the Met Gala include celebrities like Blake Lively and Lizzo who either stuck with the theme or put their own spin on the theme.

[Photo] Dunkin’s recent advertising strategies are effective but questionable

Allison Davids, Headlines Reporter
May 5, 2022

Dunkin has been using creative advertising strategies to promote their brand.

[Photo] Deaf history is American history

Ollie Shuminas, Spotlight Reporter
April 14, 2022

American Sign Language is one of many forms of communication people who are deaf or hard of hearing use to communicate

[Photo] March Madness provides a stepping ground into the college search

Sydney Burleyson, Headlines Editor
March 23, 2022

The annual March Madness tournament is a great time for High school students to research colleges.

[Photo] Wordle sparks a new obsession in all generations

Allison Davids, Headlines Reporter
March 2, 2022

The popular daily word game Wordle has people obsessed with figuring out the correct answer.

[Photo] Vinnette Justine Carroll: The director

Brennan Lockwood, Spotlight Reporter
March 2, 2022

Vinnette Justine Carroll directed her first play in 1972, titled "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope." This pathed the way for Black people to be a part of the Broadway community.

[Photo] Parents unwilling to wear masks force board meeting to adjourn

Tanmayi Sharat, Headlines Reporter
February 11, 2022

The Board meeting was supposed to be a discussion about improving the district, however some parents decided to not wear their masks leaving the board members to adjourn the meeting.

[Photo] District 204 pursues in-person learning despite rising cases in COVID-19

Allison Davids, Headlines Reporter
January 24, 2022

Students are worried about if school will remain in-person or return back to remote learning.

[Photo] District launches new mental health website

Sydney Burleyson, Headlines Editor
December 14, 2021

New mental health resources are put into place for students to utilize.

[Photo] Taylor Swift releases ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ and revitalizes an entire album

Sarah Holzman and Sydney Burleyson
December 1, 2021

Taylor Swift released her ninth studio album Red (Taylors Version). The album reaches the most-streamed album in a day from a female artist.

[Photo] Whistleblower reveals the ‘Facebook Papers’ to protect America’s youth

Sanjana Kakanur, Copy Editor
November 12, 2021

Frances Haugen, ex-product manager of Facebook, comes forward to the public with the infamous 'Facebook Papers.' The social media giant became the spotlight of national news stations for months, as the...