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Mock Trial Group Photo. The Mock Trial Team gathers together for a group picture at the Georgia High School Mock Trial Competition last year. Although some members have moved to Denmark High School, the Mock Trial Team has gathered new members and are improving every day for their new case. "It’s a wonderfully fun club that teaches you how to argue and look graceful while doing it," junior Kate Tisdale claimed.

Featured Club: Mock Trial Competition

Elijah Cho, Opinions Section Editor December 19, 2018

Court is now in session as the South Forsyth Mock Trial Team prepare their testimonies and arguments for the annual court case and competition. The South Forsyth Mock Trial Team represents a class of public...

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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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A glow in the window. The menorah is the traditional candle holder for Hanukkah; 9 candles are lit for each day of the holiday.

Celebrating the Jewish holiday Hanukkah: An interview with Matthew Thompson

Brooke Eldridge, Opinions and Arts and Entertainment Editor December 10, 2018

The purpose of Hanukkah is to celebrate the Jews´ victory over a tyrant king, and the re-dedication of the second Temple in Jerusalem. So when a small family of Jewish people gathers around their dining...

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Students display what stresses them out the most on signs. On the chilly morning before Halloween,  I walked around South Forsyth and conducted interviews with students from various grade levels -  four seniors, one junior, and two freshman. When I asked Senior Sidney Jones if she knew anyone struggling through mental illness, she suggested
"Yeah. There’s a lot of people even if they don’t realize it, there’s always something going on that they don’t really understand, but there’s definitely something”.

Almost Invisible

Samyu Machani, Staff Writer December 10, 2018

It’s common for teens to struggle with low self esteem and insecurities, and they may not feel comfortable revealing their struggles to close friends or family; they often attempt to hide their...

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Beaming Seniors. Letta Young and Griffin Bramer pose for the camera, their superlative was "Best Hair." Bramer holds an older picture of himself with long hair, since he recently cut his hair short and dyed it red, resulting in scattered laughs throughout the studio.

South’s Spectacular Senior Superlatives

Minakshi Shivananda and Olivia Waletzke December 5, 2018

Indeed, South Forsyth will be sending another group of seniors off to college. As a way to remember the memories and personalities of the class of 2019, South’s yearbook staff continued the tradition...

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The world of anatomy. From body system to hands-on dissections, anatomy has many different subjects and topics to teach to students. Many students who have taken this class are thankful for the rigorous composition because it helps in college.

South’s healthcare options: Human Anatomy and Physiology

Shree Delwadia, Editor-In-Chief December 5, 2018

At the white coat ceremony, any medical student is beyond thrilled to now become a doctor. For those who do not know, a white coat ceremony signifies the beginning of medical students' journey to achieve...

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The Dancing Snowflakes. In a world of winter-wonderland, traditional winter treats and items come to life in The Nutcracker. In this scene, dancing snowflakes make way for the Queen's arrival in an elegant procession.

Behind the Scenes of the Sawnee Ballet Theater’s Nutcracker

Olivia Waletzke, Staff Writer December 5, 2018

Her heart is racing, and butterflies are fluttering in her stomach. The cold wind from the AC backstage is the only thing keeping her cool. She jumps repeatedly in place, her pointe shoes silently tapping...

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Common tools. The table saw is patiently awaiting to be used by many eager students ready to work on their projects.

Understanding the differences of Manufacturing and Engineering

Douglas Seely, Staff Writer December 5, 2018

South offers many pathways, including ones for students who prefer to be more hands-on with their projects, like manufacturing and engineering. While engineering and manufacturing have many similarities,...

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Making dreams come true. As the game drew to an end, all the players, cheerleaders, and organizers came together for a picture. The event was a huge success and helped Carter and Carli's dreams come true. "I like it a lot because of how fun it is for both the students and faculty," says Nathan Miller, a junior who attended the game.

Making the dreams of Carter and Carli a reality

Naisha Roy, Sierra Wamsley, and Alyssa Freyman December 4, 2018

November 30th, a day students will never forget. Newscasters from CBS set up their cameras, ready to capture the best moments. Students walked into the Arena, wearing blue wristbands and ready to cheer...

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Testing week. Midterms are right around the corner and these tests can make or break student's grades. Midterms have continued to put stress on students from the past till now and without the proper organization and preparation, the weight of these tests might be too much to handle.

Bracing for Midterms

Naisha Roy and Shree Delwadia December 3, 2018

As December rolls by, Christmas trees are going up, hot chocolate is pouring, and the sugar-plum fairies are dancing. But high-school students are doing a dance of their own; trying to juggle the stress...

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The last day of first grade. As the Junie B. Jones cast goes through their final day of first grade, they wave goodbye to the audience and the classroom. The cast worked for months on the show, and it finally paid off. ¨The feeling of being on stage and being a character is so fun,¨ says Alyssa Lucas, a lead actress.

Junie B. Jones is taking audiences back to first grade

Alyssa Freyman and Naisha Roy November 30, 2018

Viewers get to transport themselves back to elementary school with the theater department’s newest musical: Junie B. Jones Jr. Based on the popular kids’ book series, the play features the ups-and-downs...

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"Seasonings" greetings. South Forsyth High School culinary students work in the kitchen to prepare meals for Thanksgiving. Each meal is specially prepared and labelled with each ingredient and allergen. "We list the top ten allergens," Chef Martin said, "and if they have any other concerns, we address those too."

Thanksgiving dinner: Catering dietary restrictions

Sadie Rawlings, Co-associate Editor November 19, 2018

The aroma of freshly baked dinner rolls and sweet potatoes baked in brown sugar fill the kitchen on Thanksgiving day. Pumpkin spice lines the countertops, ready to be poured into the buttery, flaky crust...

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