Throughout every school year and series of standardized testing, schools make sure to prepare their students so they can achieve academic greatness. The past 2012-2013 school year was nothing short of greatness for York Suburban School District. At 1:00 pm on March 24, 2014, the state Secretary of … [Read more...]
Superintendent takes over the school
May 20, 2014 by
Shelly Merkle has worked for York Suburban School District for 24 years and just recently became the superintendent of the district. Even her own children have attended Suburban for many years. Merkle said, “It is very exciting to serve as the superintendent of York Suburban. It is a chance for me t … [Read more...]
Actions of Bieber
May 20, 2014 by
Many people have criticized Justin Bieber for his actions in 2013 and 2014. Madison Armold, a sophomore, said “I think it was all unnecessary and immature and he needs to get his act together.” Rumors spread throughout the media, some true, some not, and all eyes are upon this Canadian pop star. Mu … [Read more...]
Student Sections: Boys v Girls
May 20, 2014 by
York Suburban varsity cheerleaders bring excitement and pep to a game at Biglerville High School early in the basketball season. Photo Submitted by Kayla de Garay. Imagine yourself walking into a gym filled with cheering students, parents, and faculty. Laughter echoes as the basketball … [Read more...]
Does Disney discriminate?
May 20, 2014 by
Disney’s newest movie Frozen introduces moviegoers to another caucasian princess. In light of its release, people are beginning to evaluate the possible effects the characters are having in the young audience’s life. Disney has ten official Disney Princesses and only four of those characters rep … [Read more...]
White Out against cancer
May 20, 2014 by
The White Out tradition began five years ago, starting honor of Clark Fisher, an avid volleyball player and coach, who lost his battle with lung cancer November 12, 2009. This year’s White Out was held in memory of Colleen Paules and Henry Schaefer. Paules, a Suburban parent, lost her battle with s … [Read more...]
The Doctor is in the house
May 20, 2014 by
The principal of YSHS had great news to announce; he now owns the title of Doctor. No, not a medical doctor, but the doctorate degree. Instead of being addressed as Mr. Ellis, he now goes by Dr. Ellis. The job of being a principal is quite a unique job for Dr. Ellis. One day, he’ll be visiting cl … [Read more...]
‘One Book’ Unites Community
April 10, 2014 by
“One Book, One Community” launched in South-Central Pennsylvania in the early 2000s, and now 7 counties participate. The campaign aims to bring local communities together through reading and discussion of a book. This year, the chosen book is “The Worst, Hard Time” by Timothy Egan. While previous ti … [Read more...]