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The Student News Site of Hastings High School
The SAVE act: A New Step in The Debate Over Voter Eligibility
Proposed School Budget is Responsive to Community Concerns
Proposed School Budget is Responsive to Community Concerns
Hastings High School’s Outlook on Elon Musk’s Recent Political Involvement
Hastings High School’s Outlook on Elon Musk’s Recent Political Involvement
Source: PBS
Russia-Ukraine War: Three Years In
The Farragut Flood “Silver Lining”: Decreases in the Cost of the Capital Bond
Letter From the Editors
Letter From the Editors
Hastings High School Students Share Range of Views on Lockdown Drills
What to Know About Independent Studies
Unhealthy Food In the Cafeteria: Why and Opinions On the New Food
Unhealthy Food In the Cafeteria: Why and Opinions On the New Food
Middle School Student Feedback about Impacts of the Flood
Middle School Student Feedback about Impacts of the Flood
Super Bowl Review
Super Bowl Review
“Dramatic, Loving, Fun!” HHS Students share excitement about the spring musical Mamma Mia!
“Dramatic, Loving, Fun!” HHS Students share excitement about the spring musical Mamma Mia!
Advice Column
Advice Column
Source: Netflix
Hot Frosty: A Movie Review
Spring Sports Update
Spring Sports Update
Winter Sports Wrap-Up
Winter Sports Wrap-Up
What Is In the Future for Spring Sports
Dylan Heilakka Named Player of the Week as Playoffs Approach
Dylan Heilakka Named Player of the Week as Playoffs Approach
HHS Students Advocate for Upcoming Bond Vote
HHS Students Advocate for Upcoming Bond Vote
Advice Column
Ms. Mace to Retire from Long Career at Hastings
Ms. Mace to Retire from Long Career at Hastings
Letter From the Editors
Letter From the Editors
Teacher Superlatives
Where did HHS students go for spring break?
Where did HHS students go for spring break?
Furniture at HHS: The Correlation Between Gender Norms and Physical Comfort
What’re You Doing After School? The Lack of Teen Third Places in Hastings
What’re You Doing After School? The Lack of Teen Third Places in Hastings
Source: GRAMMY.com
Op-Ed: Grammy Nominations
Op-Ed: Student Athletes’ Stressful Schedules
Op-Ed: Student Athletes’ Stressful Schedules
Source: https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-kamala-harris-birthday-message-1971949
Op-Ed: The Importance of the 2024 Election

The Buzzer

The Buzzer

Sophie Halliburton, Editor-in-Chief

Sophie is currently a senior at Hastings High School, and this is her third year being a part of The Buzzer. When she is not busy with school work, Sophie enjoys listening to music, going on drives with friends, and watching movies. Sophie loves The Buzzer and thinks you should too!

All content by Sophie Halliburton
The Return of Standardized Tests: A Conversation with Ms. Shaw

The Return of Standardized Tests: A Conversation with Ms. Shaw

Sophie Halliburton, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2024
The Administration’s Communication Policy: When do they address global issues?

The Administration’s Communication Policy: When do they address global issues?

Sophie Halliburton, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2024
The Clark Commemoration Project: What are the expected takeaways for students?

The Clark Commemoration Project: What are the expected takeaways for students?

Sophie Halliburton, Editor-in-Chief
November 21, 2023
The Clarks, their two children, and Minnjean Brown in their living room on Pinecrest Drive in February 1958.

Little Rock Nine Member Minnijean Brown-Trickey Visits Hastings

Sophie Halliburton, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2023
The High School History Department Welcomes Ms. Wagner

The High School History Department Welcomes Ms. Wagner

Sophie Halliburton, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2023
The Intricacies of the School Calendar: How is it created and where was there confusion this year?

The Intricacies of the School Calendar: How is it created and where was there confusion this year?

Sophie Halliburton, Managing Editor
April 20, 2023
The New Phone Policy: How did it start and how is it going?

The New Phone Policy: How did it start and how is it going?

Sophie Halliburton, Managing Editor
April 20, 2023
Student Representation on the BOE: A Spotlight on Our Student Liaisons

Student Representation on the BOE: A Spotlight on Our Student Liaisons

Sophie Halliburton, Managing Editor
February 2, 2023
Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

The Juniors Visit Philly!

Sophie Halliburton, Managing Editor
November 23, 2022
Junior Formal: The Planning Process

Junior Formal: The Planning Process

Sophie Halliburton, Managing Editor
November 23, 2022
Brighton, England - August 6th 2022: One of the UK's most significant pride events is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Brighton & Hove Pride is intended to celebrate, and promote respect for, diversity and inclusion within the local community and support local charities and causes through fundraising. Brighton’s Preston Park was filled with rainbows and glitter, as thousands of people joined the party to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Brighton & Hove Pride. The festivity saw a crowd of around 400,000 people coming together loud and proud on the streets of Brighton and inside the park to celebrate We Are Fabuloso.

Club Spotlight: Amnesty Club

Sophie Halliburton, Managing Editor
October 6, 2022
Friday Night Pride: How Hastings Celebrated June's Pride Month

Friday Night Pride: How Hastings Celebrated June’s Pride Month

Sophie Halliburton, Managing Editor
June 22, 2022
 A New Journalism Opportunity for Students: the Greenburgh Student News Network

 A New Journalism Opportunity for Students: the Greenburgh Student News Network

Sophie Halliburton
April 28, 2022
A Closer Look into the W.A.Y. Survey

A Closer Look into the W.A.Y. Survey

Sophie Halliburton, Contributing Writer
April 28, 2022
Gender Neutral Locker Room: The Newest Addition to the Gym Hallway

Gender Neutral Locker Room: The Newest Addition to the Gym Hallway

Sophie Halliburton, Contributing Writer
February 17, 2022
Marijuana Dispensaries: What “Opting In” Means for Hastings

Marijuana Dispensaries: What “Opting In” Means for Hastings

Sophie Halliburton, Contributing Writer
December 21, 2021
A Dive into QAnon: How has the power of an internet user polarized American politics?

A Dive into QAnon: How has the power of an internet user polarized American politics?

Sophie Halliburton, Contributing Writer
October 27, 2021
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