NEWSPAPER 4

Entrenando el Cerebro

by Allie Radcliffe 9th, Valeria Oviedo | March 4, 2024 | Deportes, Español, Newspaper 4 | 44 Comments

La temporada de fútbol 2023-2024 ha tenido altibajos tanto dentro como fuera del campo para los cuatro equipos del programa. El equipo masculino de JV tuvo un récord de 6-1-3, el equipo masculino de Varsity tuvo un récord de 9-5-1, el equipo femenino de JV tuvo un...

Train the Brain

by Allie Radcliffe 9th | February 26, 2024 | Newspaper 4, Sports | 37 Comments

The 2023-2024 soccer season has brought ups and downs both off and on the field for all four teams in the program. Boys JV going 6-1-3, Boys Varsity going 9-5-1, Girls JV going 6-0-4, and Girls Varsity going 10-3. The Varsity boys got their biggest win in an exciting...

Time Crunch

by Ryah Blair | February 26, 2024 | Newspaper 4, Sports | 44 Comments

Working extra hours after a 10 hour day to keep up with grading, lesson plans, practice, and personal life can be a struggle for teachers who wear multiple hats. Steven Taylor, coach of Girls Weightlifting and fine arts teacher, experiences nights like these on a...

More than A Pop-Up

by Aubrey Maroon | February 21, 2024 | Features, Newspaper 4 | 97 Comments

Zscaler, a cybersecurity system, blocks evolving threats for billions of companies and schools’ computers. When students open their laptop they will most likely be shown a pop up of Zscaler. Although students cannot interact with the app, it is constantly monitoring...

OPENGATE

by Royal McHenry | February 6, 2024 | News, Newspaper 4 | 76 Comments

OCPS implemented Opengate, the new metal detection security system, to bring a sense of safety and security onto school premises. Opengate was introduced to the campus on January 18. The system works to provide extra reassurance and protection within school grounds. ...

Justice for Alejandro Martinez

by Cali Ruiz | February 6, 2024 | News, Newspaper 4 | 70 Comments

Five years after the death of Boone student Alejandro “Alex” Vargas Martinez, Deandre Florence, 23, was arrested for the murder of the 15-year-old, who was shot on his way to school December 18, 2018. “Losing a loved one is very painful, extremely painful,”...

Cutting Class

by Emelia Martin | February 6, 2024 | News, Newspaper 4 | 2,202 Comments

Skipping class has almost formed its own culture in schools, negatively impacting students' school environment. Not only does skipping limit their education, but it also creates safety issues. Luckily, there are many opportunities to eliminate skipping and to do...

A Final Term of Endearment

by Ryder Branscum | February 6, 2024 | News, Newspaper 4 | 31 Comments

Buddy Dyer’s voice welcomes eager air travelers to Orlando, and has acted as a guide, leading the city since 2003. Dyer remains the longest-serving mayor in Orlando history, with his recent mayoral race resulting in his sixth and last term. Dyer served as a member of...

What the kidssayin’ these days

by Emma High 10th | February 6, 2024 | Features, Newspaper 4 | 28 Comments

Do you have rizz? Is your food actually bussin? Why have you been acting sus lately? Do you even know what any of this means? You’re probably behind on the most up to date slang. “Slang has changed the way people express themselves in texting and communicating with...

Bigger the Better

by Asher Whitaker | February 6, 2024 | Features, Newspaper 4 | 35 Comments

Photo/Jason Quitos All 111 students in concert, sinfonia, and counterpoint orchestras playing a piece together during the fall concert The orchestra has grown into the biggest in school history, with 111 students in all three of the orchestras: Concert, Sinfonia, and...

Angie Gallo: School Board Member

by Izzy Tylman | February 6, 2024 | Features, Newspaper 4 | 59 Comments

Photo/Michael Cairns Photography Vice Chair School Board Member Angie Gallo visited Boone High School’s newspaper class and spoke about her role as an OCPS representative. Gallo talked about her goals and contributions as a school board member representing District 1....

Worth The Wait

by Odlanyer Lopez 9th | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Features, Newspaper 4 | 32 Comments

If you enjoy eating fried chicken in massive quantities then you have got to give Raising Cane’s a try. The brand-new restaurant has recently opened its doors to Orlando and definitely deserves a shot. Set a course for 7105 Palm Pkwy and get ready to experience the...

New Guard

by Lana Reyes | February 6, 2024 | Newspaper 4, Sports | 37 Comments

The Bravettes danced for the final time last school year. The Bravettes club was discontinued prior to this season due to the lack of a sponsorship and a vacancy at the head coaching position. Photo/@booneguardIris Fowler, katie Glisan, Isabella Paz, and Nicole...

Game Changers

by Danika Ballard | February 6, 2024 | Newspaper 4, Sports | 38 Comments

After years of setbacks, the girls' basketball team was bound to reach a breakthrough. Their 19-3 winning record on the season makes a return for the first time since the 2006-2007 season. “Having a winning record is key to being successful throughout the season and...

Walking Worries

by Jacob Zapata 9th, Kimberly Quarles | February 6, 2024 | News, Newspaper 4 | 68 Comments

Students who frequently walk to and from school get presented with issues that threaten their safety, such as cars speeding, drivers not paying attention, and untimely weather conditions for vehicles. Students who walk or ride their bicycles tend to underestimate the...

Coffee Talk

by Ziggy Owen | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Features, Newspaper 4 | 22 Comments

The rich and diverse coffee scene in Orlando has been a staple of the city for years, and no matter if you are a coffee enthusiast, a casual coffee drinker, or even if you don’t indulge, local coffee shops can be a great spot to hang out, study, or even chill with...

Conway Contributes

by Kailany Kotrys | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Features, Newspaper 4 | 55 Comments

On Sunday, local shops and small businesses set up tents for the Conway Community Market. These assemblies sell a variety of food and accessories, all while finding ways to help out their community. The Conway Community Market takes place one Sunday every month at...

Ty-Lights – TYLER’S KIDZ BOP PLAYLIST

by Tyler Giuliani | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Newspaper 4 | 35 Comments

In a world filled with such conflict and negativity, one artist has stood the test of time, capturing the hearts of both kids and parents alike: Kidz Bop. Kidz Bop has been one of my top artists on Spotify for a long time for many reasons; age-friendly lyrics,...

Cambios de juego

by Danika Ballard, Valeria Oviedo | February 6, 2024 | Deportes, Español, Newspaper 4 | 47 Comments

Después de años de contratiempos, el equipo de baloncesto femenino estaba destinado a alcanzar un avance. Su récord de 19-3 en la temporada marca un regreso por primera vez desde la temporada 2006-2007. "Tener un récord ganador es clave para tener éxito durante toda...

One Love – Bob Marley’s Lasting Legacy

by Cali Ruiz | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Newspaper 4 | 23 Comments

This Valentine’s day, the highly anticipated biopic Bob Marley: One Love is set to release in theaters everywhere, furthering the singer’s already monumental legacy. Famous for numerous hits Could You Be Loved, Redemption Song, and Is This Love, Marley’s work is...

Pierce’s Picks – The Best Cars for New Drivers

by Pierce Bonnewell Guest Writer | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Newspaper 4, Opinion | 31 Comments

Highschool is often seen as the biggest turning point in a person’s life. We get older, more mature, and best of all- we start to drive. Yes, getting your license is a rewarding and accomplishing feeling, but can you really utilize it without access to a car? If you...

Escasez de Tiempo

by Ryah Blair, Valeria Oviedo | February 6, 2024 | Deportes, Español, Newspaper 4 | 56 Comments

Trabajar horas extra después de un día de 10 horas para ponerse al día con la calificación, los planes de lecciones, la práctica y la vida personal puede ser un desafío para los maestros que tienen múltiples roles. Steven Taylor, entrenador de levantamiento de pesas...

Heart to Heart

by Jeylianis Mujica | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Newspaper 4 | 43 Comments

Some people truly hate Valentine’s Day with a passion and would rather get kicked in the stomach than buy an adorable little teddy bear for someone. But for some, the glitter, chocolate, and roses symbolize the ultimate celebration of love. If you belong to the latter...

The Quest Continues

by Kailany Kotrys | February 6, 2024 | Entertainment, Newspaper 4 | 49 Comments

Percy Jackson and the Olympians started as a bedtime story Rick Riordan told his son, but it has spiraled into all forms of media. From a book series to a TV show, this fictional story has grown into a fandom people love. The Percy Jackson and the Olympian series is...

Betting Red

by Nick Wilson 11th | February 6, 2024 | Newspaper 4, Sports | 34 Comments

As the NFL postseason comes to a close, the biggest game of the year is within our grasp. It has been an exciting postseason, from the Green Bay Packers being the first 7th seeded team to win a playoff game, to another classic between the AFC’s juggernauts of this era...

Un último mandato de cariño

by Ryder Branscum, Valeria Oviedo | February 6, 2024 | Español, Newspaper 4, Noticias | 32 Comments

La voz de Buddy Dyer da la bienvenida a los entusiastas viajeros aéreos a Orlando, y ha actuado como guía, liderando la ciudad desde 2003. Dyer sigue siendo el alcalde con más tiempo en el cargo en la historia de Orlando, con su reciente carrera electoral resultando...

El hábito de ausentarse de clases.

by Emelia Martin, Valeria Oviedo | February 6, 2024 | Español, Newspaper 4, Noticias | 63 Comments

Saltarse clases ha formado casi su propia cultura en las escuelas, afectando negativamente el entorno escolar de los estudiantes. No solo limita su educación, sino que también crea problemas de seguridad. Afortunadamente, hay muchas oportunidades para eliminar el...

Opengate

by Valeria Oviedo, Royal McHenry | February 6, 2024 | Español, News, Newspaper 4 | 28 Comments

OCPS implementó Opengate, el nuevo sistema de seguridad con detección de metales, para brindar una sensación de seguridad en las instalaciones escolares. Opengate fue introducido en el campus el 18 de enero. El sistema trabaja para proporcionar seguridad adicional y...

Time Crunch

by Ryah Blair | Feb 26, 2024

Working extra hours after a 10 hour day to keep up with grading, lesson plans, practice, and personal life can be a struggle for teachers who wear multiple hats. Steven...

Entrenando el Cerebro

by Allie Radcliffe 9th, Valeria Oviedo | Mar 4, 2024 | Deportes, Español, Newspaper 4

La temporada de fútbol 2023-2024 ha tenido altibajos tanto dentro como fuera del campo para los cuatro equipos del programa. El equipo masculino de JV tuvo un récord de...

Train the Brain

by Allie Radcliffe 9th | Feb 26, 2024 | Newspaper 4, Sports

The 2023-2024 soccer season has brought ups and downs both off and on the field for all four teams in the program. Boys JV going 6-1-3, Boys Varsity going 9-5-1, Girls JV...

Time Crunch

by Ryah Blair | Feb 26, 2024 | Newspaper 4, Sports

Working extra hours after a 10 hour day to keep up with grading, lesson plans, practice, and personal life can be a struggle for teachers who wear multiple hats. Steven...

More than A Pop-Up

by Aubrey Maroon | Feb 21, 2024 | Features, Newspaper 4

Zscaler, a cybersecurity system, blocks evolving threats for billions of companies and schools’ computers. When students open their laptop they will most likely be shown a...

OPENGATE

by Royal McHenry | Feb 6, 2024 | News, Newspaper 4

OCPS implemented Opengate, the new metal detection security system, to bring a sense of safety and security onto school premises. Opengate was introduced to the campus on...

Justice for Alejandro Martinez

by Cali Ruiz | Feb 6, 2024 | News, Newspaper 4

Five years after the death of Boone student Alejandro “Alex” Vargas Martinez, Deandre Florence, 23, was arrested for the murder of the 15-year-old, who was shot on his way...