HIGH SCHOOL

Feb 24 2026EDUCATION

Lubbock Kids Win Big at Science Bowl

A lively science competition finished Saturday night, with Lubbock High School’s team taking the top spot in a regional contest held at AmTech Career Academy. The event, backed by PanTeXas Deterrance, LLC. , ran until about 6:30 p. m. and featured challenging questions that match college‑level diffi

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Feb 23 2026SCIENCE

Young Scientist Brings Space Healing Home

Leanne Fan, an 18‑year‑old senior from Westview High School in San Diego, has turned her bedroom into a mini laboratory. She built a low‑cost device that spins samples to mimic the weightlessness astronauts feel in orbit, allowing her to study how living cells respond when gravity is absent. Inst

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Feb 23 2026SPORTS

Pelham’s Close‑Call Victory Over McGill‑Toolen

In a game that felt like a rollercoaster, Pelham managed to edge McGill‑Toolen 5-4 in the seventh inning. The win came when Andrew Petrock, a senior from West Alabama, delivered a single that broke the tie. Pelham’s run came after a series of chaotic events: three batters walked, two were hit by pit

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Feb 18 2026EDUCATION

The Hidden Value of High School Sports

High school sports are popular, but they're not just about winning games. They're a big part of school life. They help students learn important skills like working together, staying committed, and taking responsibility. These lessons are valuable for life, not just for the game. But there's a lot o

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

High‑School Basketball Highlights: February 16–22

Boys basketball saw a mix of solid wins and close games. Conner finished strong with 73 points over Elder’s 56, while Goshen edged Fenwick 63‑53. Calvary Christian posted a lower score against Gallatin County, but Newt­port still pulled ahead of Beechwood. Scott edged Walton‑Verona in a high‑scoring

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

A High School Basketball Team Fights for Fair Play

A Philadelphia high school basketball team, Carver Engineering and Science, was just about to secure a spot in the semifinals. They were leading 61-49 against Constitution High School with only 71 seconds left in the game. Suddenly, a fight broke out on the court. Fans and players rushed onto the co

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

Vermont's Top Winter Athletes: Who's Making Waves?

Vermont's high school sports scene is buzzing with talent this winter. Every week, fans get to choose their favorite athletes from a list of impressive nominees. This week, five boys athletes are in the spotlight for their outstanding performances. Forrest Barnes from Burr and Burton showed off his

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Feb 15 2026CRIME

High Schooler Confesses to Mother’s Murder, Calls Family for Help

A 17‑year‑old from Fayetteville is accused of killing his mother and hiding the body in a garage bin. He first dialed a grandparent on February 10, admitting he had stabbed her and left the body in the garage. Within minutes, he also rang 911, saying he wanted to be taken into custody for the

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

Students Gain Real‑World Skills Through School Business Club

Valley High’s business club, DECA, is turning ordinary classes into real‑world training. The club has grown fast in its third year, thanks to teacher Nick DeFrancesco’s guidance. Students meet after school and sometimes more often, practicing role‑plays and case studies that mimic real busines

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

South Shore Athletes Shine in Recent High School Sports Events

The Calcano Da Silva brothers made history at the MIAA Division 5 track championships. Nathan Calcano Da Silva broke a meet record in the 300 meters, finishing in 34. 56 seconds. His brother, Aiden, was close behind, securing second place with a time of 34. 98 seconds. Aiden also earned a third-plac

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