The class of 2021 have had an odd senior year. But most kids are determined to see their plans through. Some may want to go into a trade, or some may want to go into a college. Either way, a plan is something that seniors especially should think about. But Skippy Chaney, a former Carter …
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The Distractions of Technology
Many public schools, including Carter High School, have accepted more technology into their daily routine. Carter High School and all other Knox County Schools gifted students Microsoft Chromebooks in preparation for “going red”. However, instead of students’ typical paper assignments, all classwork is done on a computer and submitted through websites like Canvas. In addition …
Different Points of View on Masks
Students at Carter High School have very different opinions about how masks are affecting their social life. With student feelings ranging from annoying to necessary, these masks have become an important part of our daily school lives. Constance Noe, a Carter High School sophomore, stated, “We shouldn’t have to wear them on the bus cause …
Changes Made To The Cafeteria During Covid19 Pandemic Frustrate Students
Ever since Carter High School has reopened during the Covid19 pandemic, the cafeteria has made a few major changes. From the long wait time of some students, from a certain beverage being wiped off the menu entirely, the implemented social distancing practices have made several changes to the midday ritual that is lunch. And the …
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Art Funds Decrease Due to Economic Crisis
Art funds have gone down significantly for Carter High School in 2020. The money given by students has decreased due to issues presented by Covid-19. The impact has been great. Mrs. Adams, an art teacher at Carter, said, “They have been cut in half from the county. More people are unable to pay their art …
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The Injustice of juice
Carter High School has removed the juice from lunch this semester. Last semester the students had apple and grape juice at lunch and now all students have is milk. Students have things to say about it. A student named Kaitlyn (who wishes to only go by her first name) says she was very upset because …
Differences between online and in-person school
What are the differences between online class and staying in-school? Which means studying at home with no distractions or wearing a mask all day and being around people all the time? Online class mainly offers the same experience of being in class except without teachers. Online classes consist of Microsoft Teams meetings and Canvas. …
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COVID-19 causes changes to the new school year
Students at Carter High School have a different look on 2020’s school year with the new sanitation and safety rules due to COVID-19. Knox county has issued new rules for the school year which include, social distancing and face masks. At Carter High, staff and students must have their temperature checked and wear face masks …
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Lady Hornets 2020 Season
The lady hornets soccer team is making a mark this season by winning three of their last four games with some impressive numbers. The team has been sure to put up some high-scoring wins this season such as their 9-0 win against Austin-East. Right now the team stands at Four wins and three losses. When …
What Colleges to Look Into and How to Afford Them
College is ridiculously expensive. 70% of college students and graduates are swimming in debt. Mrs. Bell shared valuable information about scholarships and which colleges an average student should look into. The first scholarship that should be mentioned is the Tennessee Promise. This scholarship gives students free two year access to a community, technical, or vocational …
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