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The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Mentors and mentees collaborate on daily vocabulary activities to practice discussions in English, Vu said.

ELD ambassadors program breaks down language barriers

By Isabela Guilardi December 18, 2024

Many people are unaware of the struggles related to learning a new language, English Language Development commissioner, senior Thien-Mai Vu said. The ELD program aims to combat language-related challenges...

Students learn about the marketing process through the Maker’s Fair.

Principles of business hosts Maker’s Fair

By Olivia Levesque Ouellette, Mackie Vu, and Kaylin Yi December 17, 2024

Twenty-eight groups of students from principles of business sold handcrafted or personalized merchandise at the annual Maker’s Fair, which took place on Dec. 6 in the quad, business teacher Graeme Logie...

Although the film sticks to the book, it disappoints viewers in other aspects such as acting and atmosphere. (Photo from Lionsgate)

‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ lacks holiday vibe

By Kaylin Yi December 17, 2024

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” a movie based on its namesake award-winning book by Barbara Robinson, was released on Nov. 8 to an eager audience. Unfortunately, the film was disappointing thanks...

PTSA informs parents about their services at Back to School Night.

PTSA works hard, creates opportunities for students, parents

By Jason Lai October 6, 2024

Over the summer, PTSA planned many events and organized programs for the school year, PTSA president Manuela Silveira said. In the summer mailer packet PTSA sent out, information detailing their initiatives...

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....

The Jewish Student Union gathers at Homestead Bowl for a fun, outside-of-school social which creates a closer community, president Mai First said.

Building bonds while bowling

By Jonathan Xue February 7, 2024

Multicolored lights illuminate the glistening alley of Homestead Bowl on Jan. 28 as Jewish Student Union members eat food, hurl bowling balls and form connections with each other. Throughout the school...

Hiring more track and field coaches will help athletes in all events succeed, which will bring a better season, athletic director Chris Grossman said.

Leading a final lap

By Nathan Gu February 2, 2024

After a successful cross country season at the beginning of the school year, many runners and athletes from other sports are preparing for the upcoming track season by attending the offseason workouts,...

Psychology club meets for their biweekly general meeting and plays a trivia game.

Clubs drive passion for medicine, wellness among students

By Sanah Arya November 3, 2023

With various science and health clubs on campus, students have the opportunity to develop deeper interests in medicine, wellness and research, Future Physicians of America treasurer Mika Cohen said. Out...

A visit from a loved one can brighten up anyone’s day.

Taking the chance to care

By Ella Chan October 29, 2023

In the chaos of modern life, it is easy to overlook the simple and significant acts of volunteering, especially in nursing homes. However, some of my favorite memories with my mom include visiting the...

Cross country members socialize before a practice.

Running for friends and fun

By Annie Guo, Alicia Liste, and Nicole Kim October 7, 2023

Running countless miles under the blazing sun is not how most students would choose to spend their weekday afternoons. But for the select few that decided to join the cross country team, this tiring routine...

Shaurya Prayag crafts dog toys during the Key Club and animal welfare collaboration event.

POV: From community service to self-discovery

By Aviv Matas October 2, 2023

For me, knowing who I am and who I want to be is difficult. I am young and awkward, and there are a lot of things I do not know. So, when I found a passion for working with kids in education by doing community...

My first time acting outside of school was during drama clubs first murder mystery, where I played Wyleen Black, a reporter for the tabloid newspaper, investigating the affairs of the north and south gangs of Chicago in the roaring 20s. (Photo courtesy of Yenting Lin)

POV: From the eyes of a theater student

By Gabriela Salazar May 22, 2023

In my freshman year, I had the choice of choosing between ceramics or drama for an elective, and I was placed in drama. I was nervous at the idea of performing on stage in front of strangers for the first...

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