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

Sayna Kaushik

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor

Sayna Kaushik is thrilled to be part of The Bird Feed as a sophomore. As of this year, she is a News editor, Video editor, and co-host of The Nest podcast. She was a former HOSA president at South Forsyth Middle School and has a deep interest in the healthcare field. In the future, she hopes to become a pediatric surgeon. Additionally, Sayna blogs and enjoys writing and public speaking. You can check out her blog here. She loves to play the piano and enjoys the outdoors. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, and watching Criminal Minds on Netflix. You can contact Sayna via Twitter or email at [email protected].

Soaring FBLA. South Forsyth High Schools FBLA Chapter dresses with success in mind. In November, the chapter competed and prospered with their business knowledge at the Fall Leadership Conference in Georgia.

South’s FBLA Lights a Trail at The Fall Leadership Conference

Saanvi Tatipalli and Sayna Kaushik November 21, 2022

South Forsyth High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club members went on a field trip from the 15th to the 16th of November, forging the way to learn about business. Select students...

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SpaceX Starlink Broadband Satellite Deployment over Earth by jurvetson is marked with CC BY 2.0. Optioned under Fair Use.

Musk’s Starlink System Provides Internet Service to War-Torn Ukraine

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor March 16, 2022

Elon Musk, infamous Tesla Billionaire and SpaceX CEO, announced on February 26 that SpaceX would provide its Starlink internet service to Ukraine so that citizens of the war-torn nation can have uninterrupted...

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New Supreme Court Nominee, D.C. Circuit Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. Judge Jackson was nominated to take retiring Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyers place. She has served in the U.S. Army and has experience as a public defender.

Biden Nominates D.C. Circuit Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor February 25, 2022

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced on January 27, 2022, his retirement from the nation’s highest court, creating the opportunity for President Joe Biden to appoint a replacement.  On February...

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Sprinkling love all around. Souths culinary students create an innovative Valentines Day opportunity for students to pre-order sweet treats for their friends. Many students have enjoyed this opportunity as they can suprise their peers with these yummy desserts.

[Photo] South’s 585 Cafe Spreads the Love with Their “Be Mine” Treat Special

Shree Delwadia, Editor-In-Chief February 7, 2022

Sprinkling love all around. South's culinary students create an innovative Valentine's Day opportunity for students to pre-order sweet treats for their friends. Many students have enjoyed this opportunity...

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The Nest: Episode 3

Sayna Kaushik and Chris Bunker January 27, 2022

Chris and Sayna review a bit of news and sports before welcoming some special SFHS guests to talk about their favorite holiday traditions. There might be nerf guns involved...

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The Nest: Episode 2

Sayna Kaushik and Chris Bunker January 27, 2022

Chris and Sayna review the biggest news stories affecting SFHS, Forsyth County and the world.

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The Nest: Episode 1

Sayna Kaushik and Chris Bunker January 27, 2022

Hosts Chris and Sayna review what's going on around SFHS, as well as some global news and trivia.

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Bob Saget and John Stamos. On Full House. John Stamos plays Jesse Katsopolis, the brother-in-law to Bob Sagets Danny Turner. Stamos was devastated when they announced Sagets death and said on Instagram, Im not ready to accept that hes gone - Im not going to say goodbye yet.

Comedian and “Full House” Star Bob Saget Dies at Age 65

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor January 17, 2022

On January 9th, 2022, the world lost a great comedian and actor when Full House's Bob Saget died at the age of 65. Saget was best known as cleanliness-obsessed, ultra-supportive father Danny Tanner...

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[Photo] SOFO Sounds: SFHS students share their favorite jams

Shivani Murugapiran, Staff Writer December 17, 2021

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War Eagle pride. South Forsyths varsity players take on Denmark High School as they fight for the winning title. The War Eagles fought hard during the game as they worked as a team to win the game.

[Photo] Homecoming Court and Football Game

Shree Delwadia, Editor-In-Chief October 26, 2021

War Eagle pride. South Forsyth's varsity players take on Denmark High School as they fight for the winning title. The War Eagles fought hard during the game as they worked as a team to win the game.

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Teaching with diligence. Ms. Urbanovitch is communicating with her students, teaching them about marketing. She captivated the students through her lesson, helping them grow as young marketers. She says ...building relationships is really important to me in my classroom. We do a lot of like communication activities and team building.

[Photo] Marketing Marvel: Ms. Urbanovitch Wins Teacher of the Year Award

Saanvi Tatipalli and Tisha Kaur October 20, 2021

Teaching with diligence. Ms. Urbanovitch is communicating with her students, teaching them about marketing. She captivated the students through her lesson, helping them grow as young marketers. She says...

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Masked up. While many students are finally adjusting to their daily school schedules, there are a large number of students still being exposed to COVID-19. In order to combat this exposure and make the county safer, Georgia has partnered with the Mako Medical organization to make a better outcome for students and teachers.

Forsyth County Now Offering Free Covid Testing in Partnership with Mako Medical

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor September 27, 2021

Recently, Mako Medical opened a free COVID-19 testing center here in Cumming, Georgia. Mako Medical has partnered with District 2 Public Health to bring this initiative to Central Park, an accessible...

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The start to a new year. Crowds of eager students await the start to a grade level scavenger hunt. Class leaders for each grade quickly ran throughout the stands to find each item for the scavenger hunt to earn the winning title.

[Photo] South Spirit at the Stadium

The Bird Feed Staff August 15, 2021

The start to a new year. Crowds of eager students await the start to a grade level scavenger hunt. Class leaders for each grade quickly ran throughout the stands to find each item for the scavenger hunt...

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Cheering into the school year.  Students and teachers fill the stands with applause as they watch the cheerleaders perform their outstanding routine. The cheerleaders encouraged the students to join in on their cheers as they continued to fill the day with spirit.

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Cheering into the school year. Students and teachers fill the stands with applause as they watch the cheerleaders perform their outstanding routine. The cheerleaders encouraged the students to join in...

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Starting the fall season. Senior athletes ran with excitement through the South Forsyth banner as the crowds cheer them on. Ranging from flag football to volleyball, athletes were excited to start off their senior year with power and support from their fellow peers.

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Starting the fall season. Senior athletes ran with excitement through the South Forsyth banner as the crowds cheer them on. Ranging from flag football to volleyball, athletes were excited to start off...

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Dancing to the spirit. South Forsyths dance team welcome the students to the pep rally with an energetic dance routine that was sure to get the students excited.  The student body cheered on the dance team as they continued to show off their moves.

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Dancing to the spirit. South Forsyth's dance team welcome the students to the pep rally with an energetic dance routine that was sure to get the students excited. The student body cheered on the dance...

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A staple at South. Mr. Arant, 2020-2021 SFHS teacher of the year, marveled on his success. His students adore him and he gave credit for his success to his partner Mrs. Tyra. Mr. Arant stated, “Without her, I won’t be where I am now.”

South Forsyth High School Awards Mr. Jon Arant as Teacher of the Year

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor April 23, 2021

Mr. Jonathon Arant is the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year. Throughout his twelve years of teaching, he has left a print on everyone as he continues to inspire his students and coworkers around South. Congratulations...

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An unforeseen situation. Recently, there was a crime scene at a common hangout spot in Forsyth County. Many students who were at the site of the stabbing were shocked and scared by the horrific events.

Road rage incident at local shopping outlet

Shree Delwadia, Lisa Holiday, and Sayna Kaushik March 23, 2021

A road rage altercation between two drivers at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 19th at the Collection at Forsyth led to the brutal stabbing of a man. Public crowds surrounded the yellow tape around...

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Political cartoon of Biden playing against Trump in football. America is split into two teams, team Biden and team Trump. The days following the election were tense, with both teams fighting for a victory and the respect of the crowd of American citizens.

A rundown of the election that split America

Kailee O'Donnell and Sayna Kaushik December 17, 2020

On November 3, voters throughout Forsyth County participated in the 2020 election to choose their next president. Little did the county and nation know that this election would be like no other before,...

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Band pride. Souths band takes pictures together outside with masks to follow guidelines. Even though COVID has affected them, our band stayed strong and connected through these times. My favorite part of band is that it truly brings together a family more so than anything else I have ever done, comments Sophomore Spandan Mondal.

SOFO marching band “bands” together to raise money following COVID

Naisha Roy and Sayna Kaushik November 13, 2020

The South Forsyth High School Band program is working hard on raising money following the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic resulted in large budget cuts and sponsorship losses for programs around the nation. Regardless,...

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Flu season. A wide eyed teacher nervous to get a flu shot. A CVS pharmacist there to give the shot. Forsyth county supporting flu shots and to keep there community safe.

The connection between Covid 19 and the flu

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor October 27, 2020

As the 2020 school year is up and running, many students are attending school amongst the COVID-19 global pandemic. Now, as the flu season rolls in, many ponder over what is best for their family as the...

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Obama at work. In an outdoor function, Obama gives a speech to the millions around him. A throwback to his former presidency.

Barack Obama reaching out to voters during the pandemic

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor October 10, 2020

As the election comes closer, former President Barack Obama has offered his help to the citizens of America. by inviting them to text him.  This initiative has the purpose of giving voice to American...

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A room full of adoring fans. As Michelle Obama walks on to the stage with a huge smile on her face, she waves to the audience as she walks up to the podium. Former first lady has experience in public speaking and continues to display those skills. Like during this virtual democratic national convention.

Virtual Democratic National Convention starts with Michelle Obama’s inspiring speech

Sayna Kaushik, News Editor September 14, 2020

Michelle Obama gave a compelling speech on the first day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC); on August 17, 2020, from a virtual platform at her home. At the beginning of her speech, Obama emphasized...

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