Calif. wildfires cause loss, school closures By Paul Katula • Jan 21, 2025 Wildfires in Calif. have caused loss and grief, including that which comes when a school building burns down or is in an evacuation zone.
Lunchables are out. What about influencer foods? By Paul Katula • Nov 13, 2024 The maker of the Lunchables packaged meals has decided not to serve the meal kits it created for US schools.
Glenbard W. pit takes a bow in The Addams Family By Paul Katula • Nov 12, 2024 Students in the pit orchestra at Glenbard West's production rise to the challenge of mastering musical books fit for Broadway.
Healthcare costs set to increase in Ann Arbor By Paul Katula • Nov 8, 2024 Sime Michigan teachers are bracing for a hike in their out-of-pocket healthcare benefits cost; some are looking elsewhere for employment.
A banned author addresses the book-ban agenda By Paul Katula • Sep 9, 2024 3rd in a series at City High in Iowa City, the student newspaper talks with an award-winning author whose books were once banned in several schools.
Green Ribbon includes Lutherville Lab Elementary By Paul Katula • Sep 7, 2024 Sustainability and a commitment to environmental education are hallmarks of the Green Ribbon School designation from the US Dept of Education.
Court OKs prayer ban at state championship in 2015 By Paul Katula • Sep 5, 2024 It was OK for the Florida HS Assn not to allow a Christian school to say a prayer over the PA system at a state title game. But rules change.
Movie review: Deadpool & Wolverine By Paul Katula • Sep 3, 2024 Based on reviews in several student newspapers, the movie was a hit. Strong nods to the music and opening dance scene.
Harris accepts Democratic nomination for president By Paul Katula • Aug 22, 2024 Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for president, becoming the first woman of color to be so nominated.
McHenry HS celebrates 100 years By Paul Katula • Aug 18, 2024 It's an auspicious school year in McHenry, IL. The school opened its doors 100 years ago, way before students had cellphones.