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Senior, Natalie Collier parks herself next to some future friends at NC State.

Collier makes a statement at NC State

Emma Finn, Features Editor • March 23, 2017
"The only comparison that [should] be made in the world is comparing yourself to your past self and future self." ~Natalie Collier
Junior, Kariamu Joesph reads The Destruction of Black Civilization: A Great Issue of Race From 4000 BC 2000 AD.

Read-In celebrates Black History Month

Michael Magnuson, Staff Writer • March 8, 2017
“There aren’t only great African-American authors, but there are great authors of every color and every race,” Owokoniran said. “I think it is an important event. It is always important to recognize when something great happens especially in the community of color, so I think it should be a yearly event.”
Still Life by Cailey Neuschaefer won first place in Womens District Level.

Student artists share masterpieces with the community

Emily Callahan, Co-Editor-in-Chief • March 6, 2017
"I always feel great when they win something. I think they should all win something all the time, every time because I think they’re all amazing and fantastic. You just never know what artists that judge artwork are going to pick because judging art is very subjective. There’s criteria that I’m sure they’re looking for, such as excellence in technique, but you just don’t know which ones might win and so it’s always a surprise. The students are always very elated when they find out themselves because there’s maybe five or six opportunities throughout the year so if you win one it’s a pretty big deal," ~Valentino
Wake County students participate in the Youth Leadership of Wake Forest program.

Future leaders gain experience through Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce

Chinma Ngumoha, Staff Writer • February 22, 2017
In the program I learned to communicate better, speak to large sums of people and be a leader in my community big or small,” Howard said. “I learned to be a better me, know I can be a great leader in the future and make a change in Wake Forest and the world.~Anthony Howard
Money talks: finding funds for college education

Money talks: finding funds for college education

Emma Finn, Features Editor • February 21, 2017
"A 500-word essay could be the difference between you getting a $100,000 in loans or $50,000. It can definitely make a huge difference.”
The Womens March on Washington was filled with signs taking on phrases popularized by the Trump campaign.

Marching towards an equal future

Rebecca Fiely and Emily Callahan • February 17, 2017
“[The atmosphere was] really empowering. [It] made me feel hopeful,” senior and Washington D.C marcher Lauren Howell said. “[It was] something I don’t get to really see that often. I’m used to there being tension, but it was really inclusive. It was a really kind, genuine environment.”
Members of the Animal Rights Club discuss the implications of buying vs. adopting animals.

Spotlight on student-initiated clubs of 2016-2017 school year

Emily Callahan, Co-Editor-in-Chief • January 27, 2017
Wakefield boasts nearly fifty student clubs and organizations ranging in areas of specific academics, interests, and talents. Clubs are continually created and added as any student can start up a club (as long as an advisor is found, paperwork is completed, and administration approves of it). This school year, a variety of new clubs were added including the following: People for Animals Rights Club, Buddhist Club, Dumbledore’s Army Club, and the Asian American Association. Each organization is unique and contributes to the makeup of the student community.
Allie Mariotte ,Maverick Vo, Ella Raftery, Jessica Rinker, Jessica Hudson, and Quinn Normans perform Consider Yourself in the production Oliver.

Wakefield Theatre Company takes on new, challenging themes

Khaki McCrabb, Staff Writer • December 5, 2016
“It’s a fictional story based on true events, so Oliver is not actually a real person, but there are thousands of Olivers out there getting lost in the shuffle. You still see stuff like that today in our society, and it’s sad, [but] we find love, we find our family, our home, and everything is good with the world.” ~Orsett
Students who vote for the first time enjoy displaying their civic duty.

Millennials cast their vote for change

Katelyn Sajewicz and Michael Magnuson • December 2, 2016
“ I stood with my candidate to attempt to withhold the presidency [from someone who I don’t agree with],” Jones said. “To protect the future of my classmates and the younger generations.”

Wakefield Black Student Union initiates discussion by peacefully protesting

Emily Callahan, Khaki McCrabb, & Katelyn Sajewicz, Co-Editor-in-Chief, Staff Writer, & Co-Opinions Editor • November 17, 2016

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Wakefield High School Theatre gives a scare to those attending the Haunted House.

Haunted House frightens both students and staff

Christina Rascoe, Student Life Editor • November 9, 2016
“We get to be creative and go as big and bold as we want to be. It is reassuring as an officer to see everyone come together and put on this cool thing.” ~Scott
A freshman taking a test in World History during smart lunch.

After nine years freshmen reunite with main campus

Emily Callahan and Chinma Ngumoha, Co-Editor-in-Chief & Staff Writer • October 14, 2016
“For nine years, we were on two different campuses, three miles apart, and all of a sudden one year we’re back under the same roof." ~Wolfe
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