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Taking precautions. In the above photo, Junior Shree Delwadia is putting her mask on in between a schedule change. Students at South Forsyth High School are highly encouraged to wear face masks to reduce the spread of COVID-19 at school. Junior Shivani Murugapiran, when prompted to comment on the importance of masks, asked, As a student in this community, is it not important to put our peers and staff in a safe position?

Forsyth County Schools responds to recent spike in COVID-19 cases

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • November 5, 2020

On October 23rd, the Forsyth County Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff Bearden issued a letter to parents, guardians and school faculty regarding the recent spike of student COVID-19 cases in Forsyth County....

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Speaking to Ananya Uday about Krav Maga

January 21, 2020

To further understand why South students are so passionate about a global problem, I spoke to Ananya Uday, a junior at South Forsyth High School, about why she believes self-defense targeted towards real...

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Athletes at play. The photo above is a representation of what the inside of a Krav Maga Studio may look like during a lesson. The Krav Maga program strives to combine ancient elements of self-defense along with relevant strategies and techniques to combat possible targets.

Krav Maga Seminar brings violence awareness to South

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • January 19, 2020

Krav Maga is a world-known self-defense and strength training program that encourages awareness, fitness, and strength in people of all ages. Its origins lie in 1910 when founder Imi Litchenfeld learned...

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Representing our school. South Forsyth students pose for a photo in their official FBLA business attire. Most students pictured are FBLA Officers, or involved FBLA members looking to become officers. Adviser Carla Yonk captured this image soon after the Fall Leadership Conference, held at the Classic Center in Athens, GA.

FBLA President Tharini R.K. Shares what it takes to be an officer

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • December 4, 2019

South Forsyth's FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) chapter is a highly reputable CTAE Pathway organization, known for its several state and national championships. Alongside winning FBLA competitive...

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Looking into a storm. Pictured are President Trump and his counsel watching the raid unfold. Trump claimed to have been in close touch with the special-op forces, and aims to eliminate Islamic Forces in Syria. He claimed on Twitter, Just confirmed that Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi’s number one replacement has been terminated by American troops. Most likely would have taken the top spot - Now he is also Dead!

Trump Confirms ISIS Leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Dead

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • November 3, 2019

On Saturday, October 26th, United States President Donald Trump announced Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi dead in a targeted US Official raid. The operation began with the help of several...

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Getting to know your peers. The students pictured (Adam Strandquist, Susanna Yonk) greeted each other before they played a round of Gun, Man, Gorilla. This game was meant to ease the air for students, and help FBLA members get to know each other while having some fun.

FBLA embarks on new year with Kickoff Social

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • August 27, 2019

South's FBLA Chapter began their year on Thursday, August 22, with an interactive and informational kickoff social. The meeting began in the War Eagle Dining Hall after school. Tharini R.K, the current...

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Teachers proudly observing success. Above are pictured Manju Tiwari (left, and Smita Daftardar (right), watching BalVihar alumni discuss the impact Hindi has had on their lives years after their graduation. BalVihar strives to teach Hindu students in America how to find context in their life, when religion and culture is questioned. When asked how Shyam Tiwari believes BalVihar is important, he says, We tought that we should have a program for children that imparts culture, value, as well as how we celebrate our festivals, and what we do in India.

VHP Atlanta BalVihar: The Connection of Culture from Old to Young

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • April 17, 2019

After spending eight years as a student enrolled in the VHPA BalVihar program, I became well-versed in the Hindi Language and Hindu Culture. I understood the context of my way of life, and now had an explanation...

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Taking the stage. The above photo shows South students smiling for a picture soon after the ending session at the State Conference. Of the student that placed, the top 4 will represent Georgia at the National State Conference over the summer.

South’s FBLA Chapter exceeds expectations at State Conference

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • March 25, 2019

The crowd cheers as students from their FBLA chapters step up to the stage to receive awards at the State Conference on Saturday, March 23rd, at the Hyatt Regency of Atlanta. However, taking a step...

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Beauty is pain. Claires and Justice makeup may contain asbestos, particles which are known to be linked to lung cancer. The stores had to recall their products in response to the accusations- a worse hit to an already failing business.

Asbestos found in Claire’s and Justice Makeup Products

Naisha Roy and Shreya Mishra • March 15, 2019

The giggles of excitement could be heard from the adolescent stores as young girls rushed to purchase their desired products. The parents followed, with the preconceptions of a pleasant, safe store where...

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Medals in hand. Pictured is the president of FBLA, Abhay Chilakamarri, and the South Advisor for the club, Carla Yonk. They posed soon after Abhay received a first place award in his speaking event. Mrs.Yonk, an advisor at SFHS, speaks on the experience. She says: Besides time management and networking, students can also attend workshops at the conference where they may learn new skills or have exposure to new ideas which might help them in the future. Some students also lead workshops which allows them a chance to build presentation skills among their peers. Photo used with permission from Ishika Saluja.

Competition Winners announced at FBLA Regional Conference

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • January 23, 2019

Tuesday marked the day for the FBLA (Future Business Leadership of America) Regional Leadership Conference. Students filled the cafeteria as nervousness and anticipation bubbled between competitors. After...

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Photo via Wikimedia Commons. First Responders. What depicts the California Wild-fire crisis is the scene of a burning home, and firefighters on the job to extinguish the flame. However, inside the home was more than burning furniture. There were the memories of an innocent family, now in the midst of catastrophe.

Reflecting on the California wildfire crisis

Shreya Mishra and Shree Delwadia • December 12, 2018
The Califoria Wild-land Fire Crisis has sparked emotions across the nation? What caused it, and how can it be controlled?
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To can or not to can? The Food Fight has filled classrooms at South with cans of non-perishable items to go to Meals by Grace. The amount of cans will decide which grade level will win an ice cream social during IF. The community helps raise us. We want to show students that there are positive ways to give back, says Mrs. Mcgray, and [the food fight] is one of them; we want to reach out to organizations that need our help.

South’s Food Fight to raise money for the holidays

Shreya Mishra, Senior Editor, Online Lead • December 12, 2018

The South Forsyth High School food fight, started by social studies teacher Leah Mcgray, has brought students together and onto a path of positivity in the form of charity. The Food Fight is a metaphorical...

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