Brains work and function in different ways. Whether it’s how we walk, talk, or even the most basic functions like reminding you to breathe in and out again. We all are built with beautiful and unique brains. An article from The Very Well Mind states that Neurodivergence is how one’s brain functions in different capacities that would not be seen as typical. There are several different categories...

We all learn and approach our surroundings differently. Our strengths and weaknesses vary because we are all unique. This all comes down to how your brain works. Thinking, problem solving, and information processing are related to the brain. For some people, these functions can be carried out in a way that allows them to interpret the world around them differently. Neurodivergent is the term used...

I stood onstage, everyone clapping and smiling at me for being voted for prom royalty. I felt joyful about being recognized by my peers. In 2016, it was an administrative choice to do away with prom royalty. The administration said it was causing insecurity and was a popularity contest. Before, students were nominated by other students. Now, students will be asked if they would like to participate....

A place where we feel comfortable, relaxed, safe, and secure. A place where memories are made, connections are formed, and generations keep returning. Millard North High School has been such a place. From the bustling hallways to the classrooms and sports fields, our school has played an important role in the lives of many families, helping to shape their futures and create lasting memories. Home...

Ask any senior, and they can attest to the many changes that have taken place at MN since they were a freshman. A new teacher, an addition to the building, or a new school policy are yearly modifications at any school. But how do these changes look in the eyes of longtime teachers or faculty who now teach at the school they once called home? MN is home to many former student faculty and longtime teachers...

“And”, it’s the word most familiar to an initiative focused on unity between communities. Realizing that there are always two perspectives to a story and that two experiences are not mutually exclusive is a recurring lesson for many at the Tri-Faith initiative. Located at 13136 Faith Plz, the Tri-Faith Center aims to bring harmony among the three Abrahamic religions by showcasing the beliefs...

On Oct. 7, a violent attack attracted global attention as the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza reached a new level of intensity. Social Studies teacher Matt Meyer has followed past tensions in an effort to stay knowledgeable about the ongoing conflicts that have  led up to Oct. 7. Due to teaching AP World History, Theory of Knowledge and Honors Latin III, he understands students may come to him...

Youtuber Heidi Powell has suffered through both anorexia and bulimia. She had a great childhood but because she did not love herself enough, she did not know what the ideal healthy weight was, and that she was beautiful no matter what. She felt worthless, ugly, and unwanted. She did not feel like she had a lot of control over life. To try and find this control, she began controlling her food. When...

Food is something that is needed to live. It’s necessary for human survival, providing the body with the energy and nutrients it requires to thrive. But food can be so much more than that. It can be a source of joy, with the right meal completely altering someone’s mood. It can be a sign of love, when a mom makes her child their favorite dish to cheer them up. For some, food is everything. But...

In the intense world of wrestling, Sophomore Chase Morris was faced with the challenge of making weight for his wrestling match. He had put on weight due to overeating and decided to sweat off those last few pounds in a hurried attempt to meet the required weight for his match. He layered himself up, piling on three hoodies, two T-shirts, two pairs of sweatpants, and set off on a frantic sprint that...