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The Student News Site of Souderton Area High School

The Arrowhead

The Student News Site of Souderton Area High School

The Arrowhead

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Roman Craig

Roman Craig, News Editor

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Top of the charts…Reading ‘lighter’ genres, Souderton readers prefer to read romance books over the summer season. Subgenres such as Regency romances were also brought up as a “summer read” genre, according to junior Emily Rychlak.

Readers ‘book’ it to discover new reads, genres

Looking for possible reads for the upcoming summer season, Souderton readers are preparing lists of books to read over the summer and finding new genres to explore over vacations. Many go to Barnes and Nobles to find these books and possibly more they may find interesting.
Roman Craig, News Editor
June 2, 2023
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News Byte

To alter the ceremony in its traditions and timeliness, the Class of 2023’s graduation will have some differences from previous years. One of the differences is a switch to a different song that the choir will sing during the ceremony from the previous one, which has been around for about 20 years.
Roman Craig, News Editor
June 2, 2023
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Journalists work hard to educate, inform

Journalists work hard to educate, inform

[News Break] Through the firings of journalists Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon, viewers are speculating the reasons why they were fired. Their unethical behavior has led some viewers to wrongly believe that they represent the larger group of professionals.
Roman Craig, News Editor
June 2, 2023
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Taking it all in...Enjoying the Contemporary Art Wing, Arrowhead news editor Roman Craig studies the artwork on the walls.

Philadelphia Museum of Art cultivates culture

[An Arrowhead Museum Review]: The museum cultivates a wide range of cultures and art mediums by preserving artwork. The museum’s collection consists of more than 200,000 pieces.
Roman Craig, News Editor
May 5, 2023
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Gun owners prevent injury through safety, sensibility

Gun owners prevent injury through safety, sensibility

News Break [An Arrowhead Column]: To keep incidents of accidental gun violence from occurring, firearm owners should practice responsible gun ownership by locking away firearms and ammunition from those who could hurt themselves or others with them.
Roman Craig, News Editor
May 5, 2023
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Representing the people…Through their work in the PA House of Representatives, representative Steve Malagari act for the constituents in their county at Harrisburg. Malagari has sponsored a bill that will ban texting while driving that will implement stricter penalties for offenders.

Pennsylvania legislation directly impact lives of voters, citizens

To enhance the safety and overall well-being of Pennsylvania’s residents, state legislators meet in Harrisburg to discuss and vote on possible laws for the entire commonwealth. This discussion and voting process means it can often take about seven years for a bill to pass the legislature.
Roman Craig, News Editor
March 31, 2023
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News Byte

Working with the Jenna’s Blessing Bags Foundation, Link Crew facilitated a donation drive from February 27-March 17. Items were collected in the main office and secondfloor student services.
Roman Craig, News Editor
March 31, 2023
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Free access to books supports education

Free access to books supports education

News Break [An Arrowhead Column]: It is important for the Indian Valley Public Library to continue to offer diversity on its shelves. Books are a vital resource for information and free education.
Roman Craig, News Editor
March 31, 2023
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News Byte

To get involved in Spanish culture, students in Spanish III and above will travel to Spain next school year over spring break. The trip will start in the city of Málaga and end in Barcelona before students return home to Philadelphia.
Roman Craig, News Editor
February 10, 2023
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Attempted insurrection sends a dire warning

Attempted insurrection sends a dire warning

News Break [An Arrowhead Column]: Through intense personal political opinions, American citizens have ignored the true warning that the January insurrection sent to the nation. The insurrection further split a nation that should be united against political violence as a whole.
Roman Craig, News Editor
February 10, 2023
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1st Amend. doesn’t prevent social backlash

Students shape their social media censorships beliefs as they express themselves.
Roman Craig, News Editor
February 6, 2023
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News Byte

By accepting donations, the SAVE Club hosted a free recycling event on November 5 to help fundraise for the club’s activities. Other than an option to donate to the club, the event was entirely free to the public.
Roman Craig, News Editor
December 16, 2022
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Dahmer documentary perpetuates harmful precedent

For better ratings, true-crime documentary producers have focused more on the killer’s backstory than their victims. “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” follows this format as well, by silencing those truly impacted by the serial killer’s actions.
Roman Craig, News Editor
December 16, 2022
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Discriminatory policies threaten LGBTQ+ students

Discriminatory policies threaten LGBTQ+ students

In protecting the anonymity of seven Central Bucks students, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Pennsylvania is calling out the school district for alleged discriminatory policies.
Roman Craig, News Editor
December 16, 2022
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Hard at work…Working at his desk, late journalist Bob Keeler writes an article on his computer. Keeler worked for the Souderton Independent, the North Penn Reporter and the Perkasie News-Herald, as well as helped out his church, the Towamencin Mennonite Church.

Late journalist Bob Keeler remembered for his career

After Bob Keeler’s dedication to his community, his peers and his family reflected positively on his friendly character and his long journalism career. Keeler reported for local news publications in Souderton, as well as surrounding areas.
Roman Craig, News Editor
October 28, 2022
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Available to the states…Following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the United States of America has various laws and regulations regarding abortion access by state. This map of abortion’s access in the country is subject to change in the upcoming midterm elections.

Dobbs decision pushes new voters to self-educate

Through discussions and education, students are preparing for an election already centered around the recent Dobbs decision and the implications of the ruling. However, despite this interest in the issue, potential increased voter behavior is not guaranteed.
Roman Craig, News Editor
October 28, 2022
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Local interest sparks new hope for LGBTQ+ acceptance

Local interest sparks new hope for LGBTQ+ acceptance

As anti-LGBTQ+ bills create an increasingly turbulent political climate, more people approaching Souderton’s Gay-Straight Alliance highlights a strong shift in acceptance.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
May 27, 2022
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Discussing identity…Displaying quotes from Matthew Shepard’s mother, Judy, GSA co-advisor Allyson Fitzpatrick presents a slideshow at the Day of Silence educational meeting held on April 5. Shepard’s words were in response to a question about LGBTQ+ frustration asked at the end of an educational seminar held at Montgomery County Community College in 2014.

GSA partakes in Day of Silence

The Gay-Straight Alliance brought awareness to anti-LGBTQ+ acts with a vow of silence on April 8.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
April 25, 2022
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Reflecting on the year…Checking his reflections on PathwayManager, junior Dimitri Cwynar uses his fifth-block period to complete requirements for graduation. Most graduation requirements are operated on PathwayManager.

Engaging in career searches with PathwayManager

In helping students explore possible options after high school, students use PathwayManager during their time at the high school.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
March 25, 2022
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***Sorting the tickets...**Preparing for senior checkout, secretary Kelli Nonemacher sorts the grandstand tickets to be put in the envelopes for graduates. There were 7 grandstand tickets put in the envelope per graduate for those whose family wanted to sit in the stands. Arrowhead Photo by Roman Craig*

Graduation 2021 is a return to normalcy

Through wearing masks and vaccinating students, the graduation ceremony will be run as normal this year except for a few changes. After the school year, the graduating class will attend a ceremony without social distancing.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
June 3, 2021
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*Replenishing the environment...Watering the flowers, freshman Emily Rychlak works in the greenhouse built near the Souderton Area High School. The flowers and plants were tended to on Earth Day as they grew in the sun. Arrowhead photo by Roman Craig.*

Earth Day fosters environmental celebration

Through planting trees and spreading awareness of environmental issues, Souderton students and teachers celebrated the 51st anniversary of Earth Day on April 22. The annual event is enjoyed globally.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
May 7, 2021
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**Making music…** *Continuing with the Art and Soul Fest, sophomore Ally Lemon plays the piano at a recording session in the LGI on March 10. The recorded performances were put on the website created by the Art and Soul Fest.* 

*Arrowhead photo by Roman Craig*

Art and soul performs in the virtual world

Due to COVID-19 regulations, the Art and Soul Fest is holding a virtual event with performances and artist galleries on its website. The website is currently linked in the club’s Instagram bio with art and performances from all school levels.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
April 8, 2021
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Quarantined workers at Home

By working at home, Souderton teachers, along with many others, are still working in lockdown with new hours to continue earning a salary and keep the world running.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
June 1, 2020
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Teachers, students alike find new hobbies, keep busy

To stay busy during shelter-in-place, many students and teachers have started to pick up new and old hobbies while at home.
Roman Craig, Staff Writer
May 7, 2020
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