The Student News Site of South Forsyth High School

The Bird Feed

The Student News Site of South Forsyth High School

The Bird Feed

The Student News Site of South Forsyth High School

The Bird Feed

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Great resources. Mrs. Mallamace is the head of the College and Career Center at South Forsyth. She has been working at South for many years and has a passion for helping students. This year, through the CCC, she hopes to help juniors and seniors understand what colleges look for and what they have to offer for their student population

South’s improved College and Career Center aims to help students with college worries

Kayleigh Emberton, Senior Editor October 1, 2020

A new school year brings about a new class of seniors. The class of 2021 runs into many problems that students haven't encountered before. Trying to apply to college is a challenging process, but throw...

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Clubs during COVID. South Forsyth High School offers a variety of clubs to their students. While these club might have to adjust their operations, all students will have the opportunity to participate in them, regardless if they are virtual or in-person.

South Forsyth Clubs persevere during COVID-19

Shree Delwadia, Editor-In-Chief September 18, 2020

At South Forsyth High School, clubs and organizations are an integral part of the student body. With over 50 clubs to choose from, students have the ability to connect with new individuals as well as find...

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A different school year. As students start the school year, there are many rules and guidlines set in place to protect the students and faculty. While this school year may look different, these guidlines are important to ensure that the students and teachers have a successful year on the SFHS campus.

Stop the Spread – A Guide for Students, by Students

Shree Delwadia and Naisha Roy September 14, 2020

As students embark upon the 2020-2021 school year, they face a year that is far from their normal routine. As they walk in the hallways, each student is masked up. As they sit in the classroom, each desk...

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Fighting Covid in the Classroom. While it is not a requirement for students to wear masks at South Forsyth, many students prefer to wear masks to protect themselves and others from exposure. While was different experience going to school last year when compared to this year, many students are thankful for the opportunity to attend face to face school for the 2020-2021 year.

Restart Forsyth helps the start to in-person school

Grace Drawdy, Editor-in-Chief August 29, 2020

 As summer came to a close this year, county and school officials faced a crucial decision: in-person school or virtual learning. With the pandemic reaching a slight resurgence around the back-to-school...

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Senior students at last years graduation file up along one another, eager to finally be able to claim their diplomas. Ms. Duff and one of her former students, Jamal, took one last photo together as she wishes him only the best for his future career ahead of him.

South honors their 2020 Senior Graduates

Carmel Yonas, Opinions Editor & Senior Reporter July 31, 2020

Senior year, a time of excitement and laughter, but also exhaustion and anxiety too. It's the year of opportunities, life-changing decisions, and a chance to enjoy the little bit of high-school left. As...

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Easter is here. The West Hall tree is full of colorful eggs. The German students hand painted each egg and hung them up to celebrate the Easter season.

The German Club welcomes Easter with their Tree of Life

Kelsey Watson, Staff Writer May 4, 2020

South Forsyth prides itself on the ability to incorporate all kinds of culture into the community. One annual tradition is the creation of the Osterbaum or Tree of Life by the German Club. Before Easter...

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Adjusting to a new environment. As schools close due to certain circumstances, students are using Itslearning and other online communication features to excel in their online learning. Since this is a new situation for many, it is essential to ask questions and get help when needed.

Making the best of online learning- A Guide for Students, by Students

Naisha Roy and Shree Delwadia April 19, 2020

With online learning set to continue through the rest of the school year, it's imperative that students and teachers work together to preserve the nuance of education and maximize their resources. While...

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Keeping healthy.  Teenagers, as they are still growing, need to consider what they eat and their nutrition. Starting these healthy habits at a young age helps to maintain them in the future, and as they get older.

How SFHS Celebrates National Nutrition Month

Minha Ahmad, Staff Writer April 16, 2020

  Students file into the cafeteria, filling the lines, hungry for something to munch on. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics  are the creators of the occasion, and people have celebrated national...

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Clash of credits. Students are questioning the differences between Dual Enrollment Courses and AP Courses. Many misconceptions have circulated the SOFO community regarding both of these courses.

Explained: Dual enrollment course vs AP classes

Grace Drawdy, Editor-in-Chief April 16, 2020

Over the past few years, students have struggled with choosing which higher level class pathway is right for them. Some of these options include the Dual Enrollment and AP (Advanced Placement) pathways....

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Sofopalooza shenanigans. Rising freshmen Matt Craig, Caleb Singh, and Tamsen Hayden relax on a bench in the plaza after a long day filled with smiles and laughter. They cannot wait to become a South Forsyth War Eagle in the 2020-2021 school year.

South Forsyth’s annual Sofopalooza welcomes the rising freshmen

Maggie Craig and Sierra Wamsley April 16, 2020

On Saturday morning, the South Forsyth High School campus buzzed with teachers and student volunteers dressed in tie-dye uniforms as they prepared the school for Sofopalooza, an event to introduce...

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A calm state of mind. Sometimes individuals fill their mind with worries about their past or future instead of enjoying the present. Reflecting on the present without any judgement is the practice of being mindful.

A Mindful Minute

Shree Delwadia, Editor-In-Chief April 3, 2020

The world is full of unknown moments, challenges, and accomplishments. As things around everyone always seem to be changing, it is nice to take a minute and reflect on the present. To encourage students...

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Stay home. As a result of health officials recommending physical distancing, many streets and buildings are empty. Many doctors and others believe that physical distancing is the key to slow the transmission of COVID-19.

Six Feet Apart

Kate Haas and Shree Delwadia April 3, 2020

As many individuals are affected by these unforeseen circumstances, the key to returning to our normal schedules is by working together. As current statistics show, the number of COVID-19 cases in the...

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