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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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The real crisis. Immigrants all throughout the United States, criminals or not, are being pulled out of their homes and arrested. This was one of the many brutal actions taken against these aliens. Image used via Flickr with permission under Creative Commons.

Investigating the REAL Illegal Immigration Crisis

Naisha Roy, Copy Editor February 1, 2019

America. Land of the free and home of the brave. Or at least, that was the moniker this nation used to endorse. However, with the recent events regarding the spike in deportation and haphazard arrests,...

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Anime franchises collide. The most popular and influencial anime franchises are spread out in a collage. Many of franchises have become favorites to many fans worldwide, including Pokemon, Dragon Ball Z, and Fairy Tail. Whether its tragedy, shounen, or isekoi, theres a genre of anime for everyone and everyone is able to express themselves in unique ways. said sophomore Aakash Venumuddala.

Cultural Exposures: Anime

Elijah Cho, Opinions Section Editor December 19, 2018

Burly men with golden hair shoot energy beams. Ninjas soar through forests at unbelievable speeds. 10-year olds train to be the very best, that no one ever was. These images easily describe Dragon Ball...

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Student Opinions: The Latest Threat to Womens Rights

Student Opinions: The Latest Threat to Womens’ Rights

Mitali Bidkar, Contibuting writer December 17, 2018

In the twenty-first century, more advances in feminism and women’s rights have been made than ever before. Zimbabwe banned child marriage, Taiwan inaugurated its first female president, and the...

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Currently, 69.7 percent of high school graduates enroll in a college or university. Less than 40 years ago, that number was only 50 percent.

Point-counterpoint: Is college worth it?

Sadie Rawlings and Kate Haas December 5, 2018

The bell rings and a sea of students race out of the school's doors. Each year, millions of seniors flock out of the high school hallways, never to return, and are left with the decision to head to college...

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Political Change through Voting. To make their political voice heard, high school students who are of age cast their ballot and vote as their new responsibility as a citizen. However, for students who cannot vote yet, they can still inflict change by using social media and speaking out their opinions publicly.“We can reach out to our representatives and other people involved in politics to make a change in what we may not like within the policies. Anyone can make a difference, even though we may be young, especially through social media.” stated Junior Isabella Olivera.

Staff Editorial: Voting with the next generation

The Bird Feed Staff December 1, 2018

Nearly every day, students walk into history classes and learn of current and past political debates. Even for classes such as Economics and World History, students still learn the views of political parties,...

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Point-Counterpoint: Media Influencing the masses

Sierra Wamsley, Editor-in-Chief November 7, 2018

Our founding fathers wished to establish a country that protects and enforces the freedoms of its citizens. Created in order to do just that, the first amendment allows the freedom of the press and differing...

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Feelin Peachy. Georgia voter walks out after casting their ballot. Because of the recent midterm election, several voters have been using the media to encourage others to go vote.

Point-Counterpoint: Media Influencing the masses

November 2, 2018

A sea of people and a wave of posts flood the media; each utilizing their right to express themselves, protected by the First Amendment. Thousands of voices come together as a choir of opinions, shaping...

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The world of healthcare.  Healthcare is diverse field that consists of different jobs and opportunities for many people. Students in Forsyth County have seen other high schools with a healthcare pathway; yet, many have not realized that South Forsyth High School created a path of its own for healthcare students.

South’s healthcare opportunities

Shree Delwadia, Editor-In-Chief October 26, 2018

Imagine what graduating high school will be like. Some of us look forward to the day when we walk across the stage to accept our diplomas. That day, walking across the stage, receiving a diploma, and moving...

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The journey continues. During my experiences as a writer, journaling takes up a big part in my journey. In this second part of my column, I share my personal experiences and beliefs in the art of journaling.

Broken Lead: Beginning the journey

Elijah Cho, Opinions Section Editor October 3, 2018

Many writers - including myself - tend to picture the image of their writing process in their mind: a confident look on their face, a sharpened pencil smoothly sliding across paper, and the mind overflowing...

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Student OP-ED: Restrictions in the workforce

Student OP-ED: Restrictions in the workforce

Esha Ariyur, Contributing Writer August 21, 2018

Dear Editor, As a 17-year old woman of color with future ambitions to be an executive at a Fortune 500 company, I find the statements given by executives at FTSE companies in the UK justifying the lack...

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Millenials are one of the most educated and well-informed group of young people ever to exist, yet they continue to be ignored in the public eye.  Despite their youth, these youngsters are ready to included at the table.

[Staff Editorial] Millennials: a Silenced Generation

Macy Kline, Opinions Section Editor May 24, 2018

As high school students, we have the power to change issues of school safety and diversity. In result of the mass shootings and the idea of creating change in the community, an uproar of peaceful protests...

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A performance by the band of siblings, Echosmith, shows their titled name flashing in the backdrop of the stage. (via Flickr under Creative Commons license).

Echosmith’s new single “Over My Head” is a huge hit

Brooke Eldridge, Opinions and Arts and Entertainment Editor May 15, 2018

Echosmith is an emo-pop cultured band made up of artists related by blood; the Sierota's. The band was formed in Los Angeles in 2009 and was signed to Warner Bros. in 2012. Originally, Echosmith had 4...

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