The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

Traveling abroad is extremely beneficial when necessary precautions are taken. It can lead to personal growth, confidence and communication skills for those who step outside of their comfort zones.

Traveling abroad in 2024: is it worth the risk?

Jordan McIntyre, Co-Opinions Editor April 26, 2024

Going on exotic adventures, exploring foreign destinations and experiencing diverse cultures is a dream for many people. Yet, global crises and ever-changing international affairs can make prospective...

Why are so many books being banned, and what does it mean for libraries?

Why are so many books being banned, and what does it mean for libraries?

Hayes Hemphill, Guest Writer April 25, 2024

At the end of March in 2023, the State Board of Education in Florida voted to ban discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity throughout public high schools. To expand this scope, many books...

Wakefields student-drop off lane has posed to be dangerous with the lack of direction and organization. A solution: move student-drop off lane to the carpool loop outside the school.

The problem with Wakefield’s student drop-off lane

Katie Spampinato, News Editor April 23, 2024

If you’re no stranger to Wakefield High School, you may be familiar with the school’s student drop-off lane. It's a complex loop around the faculty lot that leads into the middle school nearby. While...

North Carolinas Senate is responsible for making the final decision to pass bills into law. House Bill 115 would aim to loosen restrictions regarding school calendar dates, but is yet to be voted on in the Senate. (Photo courtesy of Robert Jordan via Flickr images)

Wake County again quarrels over calendar, still without permanent answer

Levi Holland, Photography Editor April 18, 2024

In 2004, the North Carolina General Assembly legally banned public schools from starting earlier than Aug. 28. Encouraged mostly by the tourism industry, the idea was to secure more weeks in the summer...

Technology has taken a hold on many aspects of the lives of everyone. From the smartphones in our hands to automated lights, technology has made lasting impacts of human life.

The digital dilemma: tech is making us lazy

Nara Hamburger, Student Life Editor April 15, 2024

In the 21st century, technology has come a long way, from flash drives in 2000 to the newest iPhone this year. There is no question that our lives revolve around our screens, but has it come too far? With...

Alabamas new IVF rulings are controversial, but how did an anti-abortion state accidentally emphasize the importance of choice?

Here’s why Alabama’s new IVF rulings are accidentally pro-choice

Hannah Kilian, Co-Opinions Editor April 8, 2024

On Feb. 16, Alabama’s Supreme Court ruled that frozen human embryos, or fertilized eggs created during in-vitro fertilization, or IVF, are considered children. This particular ruling was in regard to...

Greek life promotes an unhealthy lifestyle, with the most noticeable aspect being excessive drinking. There are many instances where tragedy has struck due to the extreme consumption of alcohol under hazing.

Catastrophe on campus: the underlying issues with Greek life

Caroline Rhoad, Sports Photography Editor April 1, 2024

College is a time filled with unknowns and uncertainties, such as separation from one's family, living in a new location and meeting new people. Many students find comfort in Greek life, joining fraternities...

Nola Fulk, Guest Writer, argues the benefits of the First Amendment.  (Photo Courtesy of Nola Fulk)

What if there was no first amendment?

March 15, 2024

Imagine sitting in English class and having a conversation about a character's decision in a book. You start to raise your hand to give your opinion and immediately you are taken down to the office...

Thanks to a string of recent accidents, Boeing airplanes have come under fire from the public, with many sharing concerns over quality and safety. Thanks to this, the company has experienced major financial losses, with their only path back to success involving major changes and improvements.

(Photograph by Canva)

String of recent issues raises concerns over Boeing aircraft

Seth Steiner, Features Editor February 29, 2024

Air travel, in general, is safer than it has ever previously been. But, like all industries, there are outliers to this fact: in today’s instance, this is Boeing. The Washington-based aircraft manufacturer...

Non-consensual pelvic exams performed by medical staff arent ethical and violate patients rights to autonomy. Educating future physicians is essential but not as important as maintaining the trust between doctors and patients.

Non-consensual pelvic exams in surgery demand urgent attention

Jordan McIntyre, Co-Opinions Editor February 22, 2024

Due to outdated legislation, patients have woken up from surgery after unknowingly becoming victims of non-consensual pelvic exams. Pelvic exams are a critical part of gynecological care but are completely...

With the increasing use of social media amongst tweens, a concern rises regarding the detrimental effects it can have on their young minds. These young kids are influenced to purchase products not meant for them and feel pressured to take part in trends, diminishing their childhood.

Social media is silently destructing the growing generation

Yusha Ahsan, Co-Copy Editor February 15, 2024

As I settle down and unwind at the end of the day,  I often open TikTok and scroll before falling asleep. As I do so, I come across tweens on the app doing skin care and make-up routines and am immediately...

Depression is minimally understood due to the vast appearances it can have. As it continues to be a growing epidemic in our youngest generations, its time to educate ourselves on the harmful misconceptions surrounding this disorder.

The invisible illness

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor February 1, 2024

Depression, though a growing epidemic throughout our youth, is minimally understood due to its invisibility. Myths and misconceptions surrounding the topic have only grown due to glamorized depictions...

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