Today when I walked out of math class, I carried two things with me–1) back pain and 2) an insurmountable amount of guilt. It may be hard to believe, but all two of those things are connected, and if you’ve ever taken a math course at this high school, you […]

The Things We Carried… Paper   Recently updated !





With the new school year comes changes, and this one has rocked Warde to its core. No, not the stricter hall pass legislation—something far more sinister: ratemystudents.com.   You’ve heard of the infamous ratemyteachers.com. Well, this is its student counterpart. Usage skyrocketed once class lists were published. The site features […]

Rate my…Student?



Recently, it seems as though the internet—and the world at large—has been swept up in a wave of nostalgia. While nostalgia is hardly a new emotion, its grip feels stronger than ever, crystallizing into a clear desire to return to the past. We find ourselves reminiscing about our childhoods, about […]

Nostalgia is a Mind’s Trick





If you’ve seen our superintendent, Mr. Testani, recently, you’ve likely noticed a man under some serious stress. He’s witnessed something troubling. And if you’re wondering what, well—you’re a part of it.   This fall, grades at Fairfield Warde High School are tanking, and fast. But no, it’s not just senioritis. […]

Fumbling Grades


Under vibrant, blinding lights with booming speakers overhead, some of the most talented artists of the year took the stage, delivering unforgettable live performances in honor of their VMA nominations. These artists, regardless of their years in the industry, presented shows that left lasting impressions. The crowd’s emotions shifted unpredictably—from […]

So the VMA’s Happened…Who Won?




The acceptance bell is a newfound tradition for Warde seniors where they ring it to celebrate their most enviable accomplishment: leaving high school. However, in between bouts of senioritis (i.e. when they’re actually in the building), some have decided to ring the bell for what they are actually most proud […]

What Gets You in a Bell-Ringing Mood?



Imagine waking up one morning, rising along with the sun, feeling a warm breeze run along your face. You feel content, fulfilled, and even…happy? However, once you pick up your phone, you find yourself drowning in messages from friends, classmates, and even random strangers sliding into your DMs. Obviously you’re […]

Confessions of a Warde Mewing Victim