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The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

The team developed a new climbing mechanism for their robot which debuted at Chezy Championships, Freitag said. (Photo courtesy of Julia Geofferey)

Robotics team’s talent shines bright

By Maya Dutt, Alicia Liste, and Catherine Yang November 3, 2024

After a rough start at 41st place out of 43, robotics Team 670 finished first in the highly competitive Chezy Championships held at Bellarmine College Preparatory from Sept. 27-29, business lead, sophomore...

Summer ventures

Summer ventures

By Henry Hu, Alicia Liste, and Madeleine Yee September 29, 2024

WASC accreditation provides opportunities to improve

WASC accreditation provides opportunities to improve

By Alicia Liste, Brian Ling, Aviv Matas, and Madeleine Yee September 21, 2024

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges will visit HHS to validate a self-study conducted by the school’s WASC commission this year, principal Denae Nurnberg said. As a non-profit, non-governmental...

The funds raised in the making of the Memory Boards will benefit the 2024 GNP, GNP co-chair Nanette Jackson said.

Safe night of celebration

By Alicia Liste May 27, 2024

From a dessert bar to a professional DJ and surprise entertainment event, this year’s Grad Night Party, held from June 6-7, will be a night worth remembering for the graduating class, GNP co-chair Nanette...

The PTSA Senior Essay Contest gives students a platform to share their opinions, promoting personal development and self-expression.

PTSA Senior Essay Contest offers winners more than money

By Alicia Liste February 24, 2024

Dollar, dollar bills may be the only thing on seniors’ minds if they consider participating in the PTSA Senior Essay Contest. Yet, the contest offers much more than just monetary benefits. Its thought-provoking...

Baseball coaches Joseph Perez, Travis Sunseri and Dylan Remahl (from left to right) address the varsity team after their first scrimmage of the season on Feb. 13. The new coaches have worked with the players individually on how they can be more efficient with our movements, pitcher and first baseman Nate Enders said.

New assistant coach duo refreshes varsity baseball team

By Sanah Arya, Alicia Liste, and Evelyn Wang February 23, 2024

Two new assistant coaches, Dylan Remahl and Joseph Perez, joined head coach Travis Sunseri in coaching the boys varsity baseball team early in the fall season, following the exit of two former coaches. Perez,...

A volunteer sorts donations at the Goodwill donation drive fundraiser on Jan. 27.

PTSA hosts Goodwill donation drive to fund Grad Night Party

By Alicia Liste February 3, 2024

The PTSA hosted a Goodwill donation drive to help fund the upcoming Grad Night Party from Jan. 27-28, GNP co-chair Nanette Jackson said. The drive raised a total of $2,228.90. The GNP is entirely funded...

“The Book of Clarence” adds a kick of modernity and humor to the ancient story of Jesus’ crucifixion. (Photo from IMDb)

‘The Book of Clarence’: unconventional spirituality on the silver screen

By Alicia Liste January 21, 2024

“The Book of Clarence” is not your average Bible movie. With its diverse cast, creative editing and modern details, like smoking of what the New York Times calls “ancient weed," the film gives age-old...

Favorite music genres

Favorite music genres

By Maya Dutt, Parker Lin, and Alicia Liste December 3, 2023

 

Students can be tempted to both use and abuse AI, as there are not yet clear guidelines on the appropriate usage of it in schools, PTSA president Harita Menon said.

‘From threat to opportunity:’ PTSA hosts AI workshop

By Alicia Liste December 2, 2023

The PTSA partnered with the nonprofit organization Challenge Success to host a webinar workshop about AI’s influence on education on Nov. 29, PTSA president Harita Menon said. The workshop, entitled...

Co-director Cecilia Aldarondo rewinds to the past and relives her high school experiences through a unique film. (Photo from IMDb)

Not like the other movies: ‘You Were My First Boyfriend’ revisits high school trauma through cinematic re-enactments

By Alicia Liste November 29, 2023

As the proverbial theater lights dimmed, I was immediately immersed in the captivating world of love, nostalgia and self-discovery with HBO's latest cinematic masterpiece, "You Were My First Boyfriend.”  The...

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