At Mount Vernon High School, the school’s band isn’t just about music. It’s about dedication, teamwork, and passion.  Whether performing at school sports events, concerts, or pep rallies,...

Balancing a job while being a full-time high school student is no easy task. For junior Caylee Keynon, working at Dunkin’ Donuts has been one of the hardest parts of her high school experience—but...

High school is already a challenge for most students, but for Khadija Ndow, it's a full-on balancing act. As a multi-sport athlete and leader in nearly a dozen extracurricular activities, she’s the definition...

Many who walk the halls of Mount Vernon High School may never know the accomplishments junior Reagan Frazee has achieved.  Frazee is a dedicated competitor with a relentless drive to succeed. Her journey...

Mount Vernon, Ohio has many restaurants to sit down and enjoy a meal with friends and family, but none truly compare to Bickerdyke, located next to the Woodward Opera House on Main Street. Unfortunately,...

Studying in a coffee shop has many benefits, such as the calming ambiance and the caffeine from the drinks (*note the importance of not over caffeinated). According to Mochas and Javas, “Studying...

Mason Chestnut, a junior at Mount Vernon High School, may not be your typical teenager, but his unusual hobby has earned him the spotlight. A gifted juggler, Mason has transformed his passion into both...

Imagine a world without music. No upbeat songs to revive your morning commute, no slow melodies to help unwind after a long day, and no celebratory dances to illuminate life’s big accomplishments. Music...

With the everyday use of TikTok, Pinterest, and YouTube, there has been a noticeable rise in the classification of lifestyles, often referred to as “aesthetics.” By definition, aesthetics are “a...

Thankful for the experience, these foreign brothers have made an everlasting bond. Flying hours from France and from Germany, Noa Bonte and Ruben Zezelj met each other in the Columbus airport, to go to...

The Big Sibs program at Mount Vernon High School is an initiative that fosters meaningful connections between high school students and their middle school peers. Designed to nurture mentorship and friendship,...

This academic year, the United States welcomed over 1.1 million international students, marking an all-time high in global educational exchange. Among these students is Atambai Asilbekov, a foreign exchange...