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HOME ALONE: Senior Frank Molina cleans his apartment. After he became emancipated, Molina said he has taken on responsibilities usually reserved for adults. HENRY ZHU / PHOTO

After being legally emancipated from his family, Senior Frank Molina lives by himself

acumen October 19, 2011

Like many other students at this school, senior Frank Molina has a supportive and caring family. His family, however, takes care of him from almost 2,000 miles away. Ever since school started this August,...

Brotherly Bonding: The Hobbs brothers go through some more football drills during practice. Although they often have competed with each other, both agree that it keeps their relationship interesting.  MAKENZIE CURTIS / PHOTO

Competition between family members can create motivation but also has its downsides

acumen October 19, 2011

Senior Cordell Hobbs claims he still has the scar from his childhood when he attempted to seize a bottle full of milk from his twin brother, senior Cardell Hobbs, who in turn would not relinquish the bottle...

Experts recommend that stepparents establish a friendship with stepchildren before assuming a parental role

acumen October 19, 2011

Senior Ashley Sipe said she first met her stepmother when her dad Kent Sipe introduced his then-girlfriend Carla at a bowling alley. At the time, Ashley said she considered Carla little more than her dad’s...

STUDENT BECOMES THE TEACHER: Junior Dana James teaches her mother some basic actions on Facebook. “Basically,” said James, “I just have to show Mom the ropes, and occasionally, I have to show her something new, but otherwise, she’s a fast learner. She knows her way around the site.” GAVIN COLAVITO / PHOTO

Students’ choices to ‘friend’ parents reflect real-life relationships

acumen October 19, 2011

For years, social networking sites like Facebook have been places for teens and young adults to share photos, update statuses and connect with peers. However, according to a study done by Pew Research,...

DADDYS LITTLE GIRL: Senior Emily Atkinson shares time with her father. Atkinson said living with her father has been a positive experience. KATHLEEN BERTSCH / PHOTO

Many students have become accustomed to living with only one parent.

acumen October 19, 2011

Senior Colette Killworth How often do you see your dad? Just like breaks and long weekends, pretty much. How do you think you life has been affected by living with just your mom? I’m a lot closer...

Cultural kitchen: The Arroyo family makes “arroz con gandules,” which is a traditional Puerto Rican dish consisting of green bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, rice and pigeon peas. The family enjoyed making different cultural foods from both sides of the family. PHOTO / MIKAELA GEORGE

Multiracial families prove to be more tolerant of foreign cultures

acumen October 19, 2011

Sophomore Lilia “Lili” Arroyo was nine when she noticed her ISTEP+ booklet listed her as Hispanic. She said she came home that day and asked her mother, who is American, “Why is only Daddy’s...

DOG DAYS: Junior Shelby Houseman interacts with her dog Kino, sometimes playing games like tug-of-war or fetch. According to a study conducted by Clemson University, relationships like theirs can beneficially impact the owner in terms of health and happiness.

Regular interaction with pets promotes happiness, impacts personality

entertainment April 28, 2011

Upon returning home from a tiring day of school, the first thing junior Shelby Houseman hears is barking. A lot of barking. Houseman, who has owned a dog for most of her life, said having someone greet...

Junior Renee La Schiazza applies rigors of ballet to everyday life

entertainment April 28, 2011

Imagine for a moment a young girl gripping onto the bright white tutu of a professional ballerina after a ballet performance. The girl’s mother claims it is time to go home, but the child has already...

Is Internet killing the TV star?

entertainment April 28, 2011

As various online services gain popularity, the question of television’s relevance arises By Yameen Hameed <[email protected]> Every night after junior Chloe Dufour finishes her homework,...

Teens draw more influence from their peers, siblings than those outside the realm of personal connections like celebrities

entertainment April 28, 2011

When it comes to role models, sophomore Amanda Farrer needs not look any farther than the front porch of her own home. She said she looks up to her older sisters who were editors-in-chief of the yearbook...

Senior looks to join Peace Corps after graduation

entertainment April 28, 2011

Program celebrates 50 years of service with 8,655 volunteers serving in 77 countries By Andy Yang <[email protected]> For the past 50 years since its inauguration by President John F....

Millennials embrace new educational opportunities in increasingly competitive global economy

entertainment March 1, 2011

Sophomore Gabrielle Stephens is aiming high. Aspiring to be a marine biologist or lawyer, Stephens said she decided that it is important to challenge herself now in preparation for college and eventually...

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