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Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Clubs Throughout the Years Akeelaha Scott Sep 27, 2024 What's going on with clubs this year? That's the big question on everyone's mind—from students to teachers. What's going on with clubs this year? That's the big question on everyone's mind—from students to teachers. While answers may still be up in the air, we took the initiative to ask some seniors what clubs they'd like to see, what they hope to achieve, and how they'd rate the ones they've been part of in the past. Over the years, students have been able to experience a wide variety of clubs, with some even creating their own if they could find a sponsor. However, the journey hasn’t always been smooth. Freshman year saw no in-school clubs, only after-school ones. Sophomore year offered few options, leaving students who weren’t interested in clubs sitting in study hall. By junior year, things were smoother, though some students were placed in clubs they didn’t sign up for. We spoke to seniors about their thoughts on clubs, and most agreed: improvement is needed. Remaya Bell shared her candid thoughts: Food club: “0/10. We didn’t eat; we just sat there.” Young Filmmakers: “10/10. Mr. Musgrow was over it, so I really enjoyed it.” A real Food club: “I'm hungry, and I like to eat.” Letting us know that she plans to rejoin the club if it is better organized, lives up to its potential, and active. Kyleigh Crooper had her own take on other clubs: Beta Club: “1/10. The teacher tried, but it didn’t work out. Deadlines weren’t met or set in place.” Key Club: “10/10. It offers many opportunities to get community service hours for graduation. I LOVE the teachers over it—Mr. Mitchell and Mrs. Mash.” Korean Culture Club: “9.5/10. I learned about Ms. Wicker and her travels abroad, and we played Korean games like Chicken Fight.” The Refurbished Korean Culture Club: “There’s a lot more you can pull from it.” Kyleigh's opinion let us know that she looks for well organized clubs where the sponsors are strong-willed and stand in what they set. Ajhani Wright wants a change: Chick-fil-a club: This year he wants to help serve the community along with the kids compared to previous years where he’s only been in clubs that just sit around. Alexi Lewis loves learning about culture: Caribbean Culture Club: This club doesn‘t exist yet but she hopes it gets created and can “teach people about culture, food, holidays, traditions.” Finally, Khang Tran didn’t have much to say but expressed excitement to join Beta Club this year, “ looking forward to serving the community. While seniors had mixed experiences, they remain hopeful that clubs this year will live up to their potential and offer more engaging, meaningful activities. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

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Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The Rise of AI K'Lynn Williams Feb 20, 2025 Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed from a futuristic concept to an important part of our daily lives. Lately, artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed from a futuristic concept to an important part of our daily lives. From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, to the AI algorithms that recommend our next favorite shows, it seems that every aspect of life is being subtly shaped by machines. As AI technology continues to evolve, there’s an ongoing debate about whether we’re losing something irreplaceable in the process like many college students feel we’re losing touch with humans and genuine knowledge. While machines can process data at lightning speed and offer personalized recommendations based on patterns (like Netflix recommendations after you begin to give certain shows thumbs up), they lack the emotional intelligence and intuition that humans bring to their work. A doctor can simply rely on an AI to diagnose a patient. It’s the communication and the ability to listen beyond the symptoms that helps in treating a person as a whole. Many people may face job displacement due to the rise of AI. Many fear that as machines take over routine tasks, human workers will be left behind, leading to a workforce that's increasingly out of touch with the tasks that give each “worker” a purpose. The issue of trust increases as much as people are relying on AI. Think about how much we truly understand about the algorithms that govern everything. How do we know that machine learning models shaping the decision about our health, finances and even personal relations are accurate or unbiased? We grasp onto AI daily without knowing its potential risks and inaccuracy. AI can impact our daily lives but it's essential we don't lose sight of the importance of human connection, empathy and critical thinking. It’s important to be mindful of the ways which technology can enhance rather than replace the qualities that make us human. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Education in a Digital World Dajah Taylor Dec 9, 2024 The American education crisis is on the rise due the internet and will only get worse as time progresses. As the world becomes more digital it has become a challenge for students to obtain information presented in class. Between 2019 till mid 2022 the world encountered a deadly pandemic, which caused everyone to isolate themselves from people. That meant the only way to connect with others was through the internet. Things like schooling, graduations, making new friends, and keeping up with family and friends all had to be done via the internet. By the time students were integrated back into schools a lot of students lost their social skills. This has made it hard for students to develop skills like empathy, an emotion that is needed to build connections with others. As the newer generations of students come into school it has become apparent that many cannot read, write or even do simple math sufficiently. In Spectrum news 1 article, “Is Generation Alpha already doomed?” There is a quote that says, “"They're feral. They can't read. They're crazy. They're addicted to their iPads,"” Ever since gen alphas came out the womb they have had a screen shoved into their face since. One popular app that has gained a lot of traction is tiktok. Many people love this app especially children because of its short form content. You can stay scrolling on the app for hours making it more addicting. However, this app shortens your attention span making it harder to focus in class. Students are unable to soak in the necessary knowledge they need to know because their brains are wired to only consume information in small amounts and move on to the next thing. Even though access to the internet is easier than ever, that doesn’t mean it is always good or even safe. Another concern many have is the rise of AI. Although AI is relatively new and does serve good purposes, it also can be an enabling resource for many students. One reason a lot of schools/teachers dislike AI is because of plagiarism. Students can ask Chatgpt to write an essay or even solve a math equation and the possibilities are endless. In this day in age, it can be very hard to distinguish between whether or not a student understands information in class or if they’re just using the resources that's easily accessible. As the world goes on, this problem will get worse, if not corrected. When trying to correct this problem at school the first step can be restricting certain websites or resources on school electronic devices. Second step can be enabling plagiarism checks on all authorized electronic devices given by the school. Third step can be allowing all assignments to have a lockdown browser for assignments via electronic devices. Remember, the internet doesn’t have to be a scary place, everyone will just have to learn to use the internet resources correctly. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Best Museums in Baton Rouge Courtney Prentiss Oct 28, 2024 If you are ever bored and need something to do, you could scroll through TikTok, or you could visit a museum. If you are ever bored and need something to do you could scroll through TikTok or you could visit a museum. There are over 20 museums in Baton Rouge that vary from Historical museums, art & science museums, Children's museums, African American heritage museums and many other museums. Most if not all of these museums are all free. Baton Rouge has a captivating history. We have a different culture as a city and a diverse landscape. This rich heritage is beautifully preserved in over 20 museums in Baton Rouge, offering both locals and visitors a chance to explore the past and present. I will give you 3 of my suggestions and tell you what type of museum. Louisiana Art & Science Museum- The Louisiana Art & Science Museum offers educational entertainment for visitors of all ages. The art galleries showcase changing fine art exhibitions and selections from the permanent collection. In the interactive art and science galleries designed just for children, creative and enlightening fun comes in many forms. The Ancient Egypt Gallery houses ancient artifacts and a Ptolemaic-era mummy that rests in a re-created rock-cut tomb. The Irene W. Pennington Planetarium features sky shows, large-format films, visual music shows, and galleries devoted to space science. In the Museum Store at the Art & Science Museum, visitors enjoy shopping for unique handcrafted merchandise, books, toys, and a large selection of objects related to the Museum's exhibits. This museum is one of the best of many in Louisiana. I've been about 5 times. Knock Knock Children's Museum- is a must-visit. Designed to inspire and engage children through play, this museum features a wide range of interactive exhibits covering topics from science and math to art and literature, making it a fun and educational experience for the little ones. Knock Knock Children’s Museum’s Learning Zones are anchored in research and evidence-based practices addressing all areas of development, designed to create teachable moments that will connect children’s everyday experiences to learning. Knock Knock’s focus is on the development of the whole child to increase early literacy skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) while expanding knowledge and raising interest in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) subjects and careers. LSU rural life museum - This is a museum run by LSU. The LSU Rural Life Museum is dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of materials from the cultures of 18th and 19th century rural Louisianans. Through the forethought and generosity of the Burden Family, the LSU Rural Life Museum remains intact for future generations. These are just a few of the museums that are in Baton Rouge. If you want to learn more about these museums or there is more that you would like to learn about then you can visit this site. https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/things-to-do/museums-history/?bounds=false&view=list&sort=qualityScore Source: https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/things-to-do/museums-history/ comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link How School Is Affecting Seniors Dajah Taylor Oct 21, 2024 Senior year becomes stressful because it is not just about school anymore. Senior year becomes stressful because it is not just about school anymore. Students juggle classes, college applications, jobs, family responsibilities, and a social life to tend to. With all of the things on seniors' plates, it is no wonder why so many crumble under the pressure. Whether a student attends public or private school the responsibilities and stress remains. Many students are unsure about what they will do after high school. They are left with choices like college, trade school, workforce, and going into the military. Applying to college can be a lengthy and complicated process. Requiring many essays, lots of extensive research on colleges, and taking consideration of financial aid options. Trade school offers a direct path to a career path, while the military is great for students who want discipline and structure. No matter what path is taken , the transition will be hard. Many students say they are ready to graduate highschool and begin their lives but after being in a structured environment for 12-13 years many are not ready nor prepared.The stress to have it all figured is a huge weight for a 17-18 year old student to have. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link OPINION: The Dismantling of the Department of Education Dajah Taylor Mar 21, 2025 President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 20, 2025 to dismantle the Department of Education. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 20, 2025 to dismantle the Department of Education. Many Conservatives believe that education should be in the state's control and not the country. Due to the recent liberal ideas being brought into the classroom the conservatives believe this is messing with the educational system. The point of having a department of education is to ensure that students can fund their education with loans, and funds public K-12 schools. Before the inauguration of Donald Trump there were 4,133 workers in the Department of Education and after the inauguration 600 people resigned. As of March 11 2,183 are remaining at the department. Linda McMahon says that America has “a system that is failing them”. Due to students reading and math scores have not changed and only decreased since 2022. A 2024 poll was conducted by All4Ed and 58 percent of the participants responded that they did not want it to be abolished. Trump has assured the public that the sources that the Department of educations distributes to systems will be “preserved and redistributed to various and other agencies”. Dismantling the Department of Education does not seem like a good idea to me. I am not confident that Trump will fully find a way to support the education crisis we have in America. Especially with the dismantling of DEI this will affect scholarship help, loans, and loan forgiveness. Linda McMahon is the person who was appointed by President Trump to handle the Department of Education which is interesting. Linda McMahon is married to Vince McMahon and he owns the WWE corporation. President Trump is a member of the WWE hall of fame. So it makes sense with that affiliation that he puts Linda in charge. School is meant to be a place where children learn how to function in society. It should not be spent worrying about how to pay for it. There should be a system in place where the education across the country can be at a high standard for all children, not just some children. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Trump's "Liberation Day" Is Anything But Dajah Taylor Apr 4, 2025 President Donald Trump has announced that all imported goods purchased by Americans should have an across the board tax. President Donald Trump has announced that all imported goods purchased by Americans should have an across the board tax. President Trump has done this on what he calls “Liberation Day” his effort is to undo decades of globalization and re industrialize the U.S. economy. The goal is to make American wealthy once again and have foreign countries pay our tariffs. President Trump said that Americans will pay the minimum which is 10% “to help rebuild the economy and to prevent cheating.” Americans will be facing the effect of the Trump Administration very soon. Chinese importance will be 54% in taxes, 20% in European Union countries, 32% in Vietnam, and 24% for Japan. President Trump also added that foreign countries will have to pay for the privilege of having access to America's market. President Trump has painted a depressing picture of America which is why he believed signing an executive order that taxes Americans would help ensure America can be great again. The goal is to ensure that we can get Americans out of the trillion dollars of debt it is in. Imposing tariffs is bad for Americans because it increases the price for American consumers on imported goods. Trump wants Americans to reduce the gap between the goods the U.S. buys from and sells to countries. I do not agree with this decision because this will spiral into a domino effect. If other countries believe that the tax is too high this could make them not want to export to the U.S. which will lead to the products that do come into America becoming overpriced. We will see this change happen immediately starting on April 5, 2025. Only time will tell how this change affects not only foreign trade but American’s livelihood. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Hey! We're Boiling Down Here! Taylor Harris Oct 16, 2025 I know everyone is feeling how hot it has been lately. I know everyone is feeling how hot it has been lately. Not just in Louisiana either, it has been hot everywhere. Even in the states that get hot rarely are burning up. Usually around this time of the month, it would be cold or at the very least cool. Lately it has been cool in the morning but it will heat up later in the day and get to around 95°. It is not expected to get cold in Baton Rouge until around December. But why is the world heating up you may be asking? According to Fox10 “Right now, a strong ridge or “bubble” of warm, sinking air high up in the atmosphere is parked over the eastern U.S. Ridges create subsidence (sinking air), which warms and dries out as it sinks. That’s why we’re seeing mostly sunny skies, very warm afternoons, and just a few spotty storms.”. I asked fellow Liberty Magnet High School Student and Liberty Track Team Member Ivory Brown some questions about this weather. It has been so much hotter than usual. It definitely has something to do with climate change and how much greenhouse gases are going up in the air. It usually is freezing on halloween and this year it’ll most likely be hot which is crazy to imagine. Hopefully it will get cold this month but I highly doubt it” Ivory Said. Greenhouse gases are a big cause for the world heating up. According to Citizens Climate Lobby, it says “Human activities, like the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, have put a lot of greenhouse gas into the atmosphere. Way too much. Think of the regular greenhouse effect as one, nice cozy blanket. Now think of the enhanced greenhouse effect as that blanket plus a duvet, sheet set, wool pajamas, space heater, and 17 other blankets thrown on for good measure.” The weather has changed drastically this year and I think that we all have noticed. In the meantime, the weather has been cooling up in the mornings which is a step up from the weather in the mornings before. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link OPINION: On The Death Penalty Dajah Taylor Mar 7, 2025 A man was executed in South Carolina via firing squad. A man was executed in South Carolina via firing squad. This method had not been used in almost 15 years and it has never been used in the state. The only other two state approved methods besides firing squad is the lethal injection and the electric chair. Brad Sigmon, 67, was convicted of the double murder of his ex-girlfriend's parents in 2021. He also kidnapped his ex-girlfriend and held her at gunpoint; however, she managed to escape to safety. Sigmon’s attorney said that the choice to choose between the different punishments were “impossible” and “barbaric”. If Sigmon didn’t choose between the lethal injection or firing squad then by default he would be turned to a crisp in the electric chair. Gerald “Bo” King stated that Brad has no illusions about what being shot will do to his body. He does not wish to inflict that pain on his family, the witnesses, or the execution team.” Compared to the other choices, firing squad does seem like the viable option because it will end the pain the fastest. Today we live in a day where many believe that if someone murders a person then they should get life in prison. Many believe that the death penalty is the easy way out or even inhumane. However, I do not believe this. A man ended the lives of two parents. He took away the two people that would always love their daughter unconditionally and there is nothing that could justify that. Some relationships do end badly but that doesn’t mean you should retaliate and resort to killing and leaving someone with trauma. This punishment is completely justified because it will help the family get justice and heal from this wound that could have been avoided. Approximately 2,250 are on death row and the rate of execution declines each year. Morals do become a big deciding factor on how people choose to handle this situation. Hopefully in the future the prison system will get better with time. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Trump Folds on Tariffs Darmicia Williams Apr 10, 2025 President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on tariffs on all but the most countries, cutting them to 10%, as he raises tariffs on Chinese Imports to 125%. President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on tariffs on all but the most countries, cutting them to 10%, as he raises tariffs on Chinese Imports to 125%. The announcement came in reaction to extreme Market turmoil, including a sudden spike in government borrowing prices and concerns that the United States may enter into recession. The bond market was also in turmoil, with 30-year government bonds yielding more than 5% evoking fears of the 2008 financial crisis. The treasury Secretary of God blessing and other economic officials play the key role in convincing the president to take the pause, starting the administration's unpreparedness to deal with the economic effect and risk of Financial and stability. Market reactions were positive. There remains uncertainty over the long-term direction for the US trade policy, especially as tensions with China continue to escalate. Trump's actions of suspending tariffs on most countries and raising them significantly on China can have a dual impact on ordinary americans. On the one hand, the suspension is good news in the sense that it gives short-term relief for inflation. If the terrorist attacks came into effect across the board, some important goods like Electronics clothing and even food products would have become much more expensive. that would have devastated a lot of people especially considering that inflation already was making American families tighten on their money. by retreating for short-term purposes, on those broader tariffs, that Administration could have avoided interrupt Spike and consumer prices. comments debug Comments (1) Write a comment Write a comment Sort by: Newest grimgm Apr 17 no Like Reply

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Transportation Turmoil : Ebr's Returning Transportation Nightmare Vivienne Leachman Aug 18, 2025 As students return to East Baton Rouge Parish, one thing that has consistently persisted to shroud the first days of school in darkness is the district's often insufficient transportation system. As students return to East Baton Rouge Parish, one thing that has consistently persisted to shroud the first days of school in darkness is the district's often insufficient transportation system. Some of the many challenges that officials have to grapple with around the district are route delays, mechanical failures, safety incidents, and systematic inconsistency that negatively affect students' classroom experience. Once schools reopened in the fall of 2023, EBRPSS acknowledged how many bus routes were delayed and pick up points had been changed -- which created confusion. Then Superintendent Sito Narcisse urged parents to just be patient. However, later that year, Kevin Ridgely the head of transportation and EBRPSS resigned after just 7 months on the job, highlighting frustrations with unresolved systematic transportation issues. In late 2024, the district was still experiencing troubles, and transportation started using external assistants to mitigate the shortage of drivers. These drivers, referred to as Trail relief drivers, were temporarily covering regular routes. However, many relief drivers drove the same routes for months. In May 2025, the district hired Prismatic Services, a national firm to help eliminate inefficient transfer locations and help aid in later School times. In July, EBRPSS introduced the transportation opt out program which allowed families who had other means of transportation to opt out of bus service, which reduced congestion on the roads and shortened route times. Ahead of the 2025 - 2026 school year EBRPSS implemented two key changes -- Aid in transportation by reaffirming the enforcement of state law that students living within a mile of the school must self transport, and replacing door-to-door service with Community pickup points to improve efficiency. Yet for students like Rainee Buster and Tamari Stephens who are 11th graders at Liberty Magnet High School, expressed how challenges haven't disappeared. Rainee said the transformation of her route to a transfer route added nearly 90 minutes to her trip home. “ If they had a more organized system and paid their bus drivers better --there wouldn't be so many kids without a bus and had actually got home at a decent hour safely”, Rainee said. Tamari also expressed how she believed the reoccurring transportation issues would affect her education. Stating how ” Missing class time slows down my learning and makes it harder for me to catch up over time this could lead to serious problems.” Tamari said. These are just some of the negative testimonies from students who are tired of the systematic transportation issues in their District. Whilst EBRPSS Transportation overhaul marks one of his largest systematic reforms to the transportation department in years, the challenges in the district are far from over. The success of new routes, upgraded buses and increased safety measures will truly be measured, not in arrival times but whether students like tomorrow and rainy days can depend on safe consistent rides every day. Reliable transportation isn't a luxury, it's a difference between falling behind and having a fair shot at success. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.