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Missions to Mars, moon advance space exploration

To continue exploring the solar system, The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has landed the Perseverance rover on Mars and is planning a return to the moon. These missions are the next step in furthering space travel.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
June 4, 2021

Space exploration benefits science, humanity

To create advancement, it is critical to invest in space exploration. Space exploration fulfills the need to explore, while also providing the groundwork for vital technologies that influence life on Earth.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
June 4, 2021

AP exam schedule altered for online students

To accommodate online students, the College Board is offering both in-person and online exams. Souderton will be offering testing during all three administrations and allowing virtual students to take in-person exams.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
May 7, 2021

It is still important to wear masks, even after being vaccinated

Even with the success of the COVID-19 vaccines, continuing to wear a mask and social distance is important to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Those who have the vaccine are still capable of catching COVID-19.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
May 7, 2021

Pro: Flexible Instructional Days prevent extended school year

To keep students on pace for the school year, the implementation of FIDs makes up for lost time due to inclement weather. FIDs also prevent the school year from extending well into June if there are more closures than normal.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
April 9, 2021

Attempts at bipartisanship slow progress

To unite the country, the Biden Administration has tried to make bipartisanship a top priority. However, efforts to do so have resulted in serious changes to legislation and no gained votes.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
April 9, 2021

Con: Movie releases on streaming services are too expensive

To cope with the pandemic, many movies have forgone the traditional theater releases for releases on streaming services like Disney Plus and Amazon Prime Video. The switch to streaming has also poorly impacted small movie theaters.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
February 12, 2021

Holding the president accountable is important for change, social justice

Despite Democrats controlling the White House and Congress, Americans need to continue to hold the president and Congress accountable for their actions. To see real social change, Americans cannot become complicit.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
February 12, 2021

District uses policies, procedures to prevent spread of COVID-19 in schools

The district is using contact tracing procedures and following Montgomery County guidelines. The Pa. Department of Education has also outlined rules for in-person schooling.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
February 12, 2021

Historical significance of the attack on the Capitol

Throughout American history there is an unfortunate pattern of attacks on democracy like the insurrection at the Capitol. These attacks are mainly domestic terrorism and are perpetrated by white nationalist groups.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
February 12, 2021

Good diet habits are part of healthy lifestyle

While there are many components to building a healthy life, a strong diet is a critical part. Dieting is not about a complete overhaul of the current diet, but instead about modifying it.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
December 23, 2020

Montgomery County experiences COVID-19 surge, increased hospitalization

As cold weather forces more people indoors, COVID-19 is surging in Montgomery County. On December 2, the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners announced almost all hospitals are at capacity.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
December 23, 2020

2020 natural disasters are a result of climate change

Climate change has upended normal weather cycles on the planet and created a new level of natural disasters that are even more destructive and severe than their predecessors.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
November 19, 2020

School district offers online learning option for students due to COVID-19

By offering online learning, Souderton is reducing the number of students in the schools during the COVID-19 pandemic. Souderton is also offering a five-day in-person option for students.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
November 13, 2020

People protest against police brutality, for civil rights

After the death of George Floyd, a series of protests have started across the nation against police brutality. Several thousand people attended the protests in Philadelphia, starting on May 30.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
June 5, 2020

Undertesting alter COVID-19 numbers, allow states to loosen regulations

As the country moves toward reopening, many COVID-19 cases go untested, making models about the number of cases inaccurate.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
June 2, 2020

Con: Reopening too soon could spike COVID-19 cases

By pushing for reopenings of nonessential businesses and medical procedures, there is potential for a resurgence of COVID-19 cases. If states reopen before they should, they are putting their residents at an increased risk of contracting the disease.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
June 2, 2020

Students, teachers have ‘mixed feelings’ regarding AP exam changes

By changing the format of the AP exams to allow them online, giving students the ability to take the tests from home.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
June 2, 2020

AP exams modified due to Coronavirus pandemic

By altering the AP exams, the College Board will now be administering an online version of the tests. Some colleges are also instituting a limited test-optional admissions policy due to SAT and ACT cancelations.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
May 12, 2020

Managing chronic illness is possible and sustainable

Living with chronic illness can be difficult to manage, with symptoms impacting daily life. However, medication is not the only way to minimize symptoms.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
May 12, 2020

Climate change is easy to slow- but only if we start now

There are many solutions to slow down or even reverse climate change, for both individuals, nations, and corporations, but the change needs to be made now. The atmosphere takes several years to feel efforts to stop climate change.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
April 2, 2020

News Byte: Advanced Choir

By preparing a selection of music, the advanced choir participated in a choir invitational with other local choirs. They included a range of serious to comedic music.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
April 2, 2020

Candidates campaign for position as Democratic nominee

Through the primary election process, candidates are campaigning for the position as Democratic nominee. The Pennsylvania Primary election will be held on April 28.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
April 2, 2020

Standardized testing harms students more than it helps them

By implementing multiple standardized tests on students, states and colleges are creating unnecessary pressure on students and lessening true learning experiences.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
February 26, 2020

China detains Uighur Muslims in ‘re-education centers’

Due to a belief that the ethnic minority are ‘terrorists,’ the Chinese government has created detention facilities to hold Uighur Muslims.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
February 26, 2020

Modern issues call for increase in social justice and diversity in young adult fiction

Authors of teen novels are beginning to focus on creating diversity and advocating for social justice in their novels; creating a more accurate reflection of the teenage population's concerns.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
December 20, 2019

Pro: The electoral college should be reformed

While the popular vote is the most accurate way to elect the president, the Electoral College is still valuable in modern day.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
November 17, 2019

Network disruption impacts school district

Due to the effects of a network disruption, the Souderton Area School District lost access to all internet and is currently recovering from the disruption.

Erin Gavin, Managing Editor
November 17, 2019

Network disruption continues to affect students and faculty

Recovering from a network disruption in early September, students and faculty have been adapting to the loss of technology and continuing network issues.