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The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

The groovy beat and witty lines in “Iced Coffee” strongly contrast JoJo Siwa’s previous works.

JoJo Siwa serves up a drink with ‘Iced Coffee’

By Veronica Zhao November 23, 2024

For the past two months, JoJo Siwa has been off the radar. After dropping her hit EP “Guilty Pleasure” and disappearing off the internet, I was left questioning: where has this girly-turned-edgy singer...

Establishing a tight community and strengthening the team’s mindset is the main goal of the cheer season, Rose said.

New cheer coach steers team back on track

By Isabela Guilardi, Jason Lai, Kevin Miao, and Veronica Zhao August 28, 2024

After three months without a head cheer coach, 2016 HHS alumni Laura Rose stepped into the role on July 18, following the resignation of the previous coach, Rose said. Due to a lack of applications for...

JoJo Siwa’s new single reflects her journey of self-discovery. (Photo from )

‘Karma’ cuts loose with JoJo Siwa

By Veronica Zhao April 5, 2024

As an avid watcher of Dance Moms, I have witnessed JoJo Siwa evolve from the once bow-obsessed dancer to a multifaceted artist. Although her music career took off in 2016 with pop hits such as “Boomerang”...

The current volleyball team prepares to block the hit from the alumni team. 2007 graduate, alumnus Ryan Dedrick and varsity captain Scott Moore both said playing against each other is rewarding skill-wise.

Boys volleyball alumni play against current players

By Mackie Vu, Catherine Yang, and Veronica Zhao March 4, 2024

Alumni are an integral part of the school community, providing a network of support and experience, varsity boys volleyball head coach Danny Chan said. The annual alumni game — which took place on Feb....

Shooting guard Vedhika Medampalli said new varsity coach Megan Fong accounts for every player’s strengths, ensuring the team can play to the best of their abilities.

First-year varsity coach reflects on new position

By Sanah Arya, Lindsey Steel, and Veronica Zhao February 9, 2024

The start of the winter sports season was the beginning of coach Megan Fong’s journey in mentoring girls varsity basketball. Although she coached the JV team in previous years, it is Fong’s first year...

EL commissioner Thien-Mai Vu hangs up winter formal posters to promote the dance around the school.

All hands on deck

By Annie Guo and Veronica Zhao December 14, 2023

The annual winter formal dance will take place on Jan. 12 at Villa Ragusa, fostering anticipation throughout campus for the event. The dance, open to all grade levels, will offer free drinks and host a...

MovieTok captures the magic of the film industry through accessible and engaging videos.

TikTok’s cinematic revolution captivates viewers

By Veronica Zhao October 31, 2023

As the flickering glow of the TV screen illuminates my living room, I find myself lost in the world of cinema. The anticipation of a gripping plot, the power of exceptional performances and the magic of...

The cheer team performs their routine during the annual Homecoming game on Oct. 13.

Cheerleaders prepare for, reflect on Homecoming

By Annie Guo, Elena Shim, and Veronica Zhao October 29, 2023

Excitement washes over students as the doors to the highly anticipated Homecoming game open. The cheer team steps out into the spotlight to perform the annual halftime show on Friday, Oct. 13. Senior...

Students participate in one of the government classes held at HHS.

Youth feel dispassionate, unheard in politics

Although today’s tense political climate may feel distant to high school students, junior Kaci Freeman said politics is a more important issue than many youth perceive.  Participating in politics...

Scharf said he conducts with passion and devotion for band students.

‘The best job in the world’

By Manya Girivasan and Veronica Zhao May 19, 2023

Though associate band director Benjamin Scharf only began teaching at HHS in 2020, his musical journey started in his childhood, when he took piano lessons. Scharf later became a percussionist at Lawson...

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