Ruhi Kaneria | The Chronicle Kelly green. A comet logo. The capital M. Branding, social media and marketing is a key component to building a school image. Using marketing, administration and students can create a unique identity that can stand out in the community. Mason City Schools is no stranger to strategic marketing. Just think of the usage of space […]
Read moreReview by: Megan Lee Artist: Olivia Rodrigo Rating: 4/5 After almost 3 years without new music, Olivia Rodrigo released her sophomore album GUTS, which came out September 8. With the roaring success of her first album, Sour, fans were skeptical about if Rodrigo was capable of producing another hit record. However, Rodrigo has come back and left fans speechless with […]
Read moreReview by: Drew Hoffmaster Creators: Matt Owens & Steven Maeda Rating: 3/5 In 1997, the first-ever chapter of the manga One Piece was released. Two years later, it was adapted into an anime. Now, 24 years later, Netflix’s live-action version has come out with a 96% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. One Piece is an action-packed high-seas adventure following Luffy […]
Read moreReview by: Taylor Murray Author: Jennifer Lynn Barnes Rating: 5/5 Perplexing puzzles, grandiose games, and devious deceit mark Jennifer Lynn Barnes’ The Brothers Hawthorne as an exciting spinoff of her bestselling series The Inheritance Games. The book dives deeper into the lives of two of the Hawthorne brothers after the events of the series and does not disappoint, uncovering even […]
Read moreElina Bishoyi | The Chronicle The skies filled with hues of reds, oranges and grays, and the smoke-laced air are nothing short of an apocalyptic movie. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced that the costs for climate and weather disasters from January to August alone are at least a minimum of $1 billion – the largest amount ever spent […]
Read moreTaylor Murray | The Chronicle Many high school students find themselves concerned with the impression of their resumes and amount of bullet points on their brag sheets as they near college, especially at an academically competitive school like Mason. However, when you focus all of your efforts on acquiring titles and renown within the school and our clubs, you lose […]
Read moreTaylor Swift’s ongoing concert tour, The Eras Tour, is a phenomenon that is rocking the world. With Swift fans packed into every stadium on her journey throughout the US and crowds even gathering outside, devoted Swifties (the nickname that Swift’s fans use) and critics alike were amazed with the impact that Taylor Swift herself had. The tour’s unprecedented demand and […]
Read moreHarper Stull | The Chronicle A person stands on the edge of a vibrant dance floor, where the music’s rhythm pulses through their veins, but they remain an invisible observer in the shadows. Picking out a dress or suit, shoes, deciding on a hair and makeup look and most importantly, a group or date to go with. It’s the unspoken […]
Read moreHarper Stull | The Chronicle From the backyard to the soccer pitch, twins Allyson and Allyvia Canham’s unique connection is propelling a strong start to their Mason Comet careers. Fraternal twin sisters, Allyson and Allyvia Canham entered the high school sports scene with a built in support system. The sisters grew up playing on the same club team, and are […]
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Mitchell McMillen | The Chronicle In previous years the Black Hole, cheerleaders, band, and football players have all worked separately. These groups were seen as unconnected with their own ideas. However, a new coalition is working to unify these groups to improve the atmosphere in Comet Country. The new Mason Student Leaders Connecting Energy Group has its sights set on […]
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Hudson Pitcock | The Chronicle Barbie and Oppenheimer at first seemed like an odd pairing, but the two movies, released on July 21, 2023, went on to break records at the box office and infiltrated culture. Despite being put out by different studios (Oppenheimer released by Universal and Barbie released by Warner Brothers) and having different, distinct subject matters, the […]
Read moreAybika Kamil | The Chronicle Piece by piece, Mason High School (MHS) Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics teacher, Steve Mays, has built his interest in the franchise ‘Star Wars’ into his life. Mays has had an interest in Star Wars since he was a child and has always received Star Wars toys for birthdays and holidays. His love for the franchise […]
Read moreShrija Shandilya | The Chronicle On August 3, 2023, the state of Florida announced that they will be effectively banning the teaching of Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology. The state’s department of education informed school leaders that the discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity is illegal under state law. Both of these topics are part of the AP Psychology curriculum, […]
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Drew Hoffmaster | The Chronicle The impacts of hurricanes blow far beyond the coast. Every year, destructive hurricanes engulf the coast of the United States between the months of June and November. They carry large amounts of rain, wind and storm surge that hammer the coast for a few days, causing many deaths and injuries. According to the National Weather […]
Read moreRuhi Kaneria | The Chronicle Hoping to keep students in line, administration institute cones to regulate left-behind lunchtime messes. The Mason High School (MHS) administration is taking a more forward approach to improving the cleanliness of the lunchroom through the use of cones. These small orange cones, often showcased at the front table on the lunchroom stage, have been used […]
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Srinidhi Valathappan | The Chronicle Embarking on a summer trip of art, history and culture, 14 Mason High School (MHS) art students broadened their creative and cultural horizons. Led by MHS art teachers Karan Witham-Walsh, Hannah Zimmerman, and Kayla Robbins, a group of students, ranging from sophomores to recent graduates, traveled to Greece and Italy for nine days. Witham-Walsh’s experiences […]
Read moreKendall Davis | The Chronicle With the growing necessity of real-world experience in the workforce, Mason’s Experiential Learning Program (XLP) gives students the chance to get their hands dirty. The XLP has a new team of student leaders this year. The XLP exists to provide Mason students with career exploration tools and connect them to real-world opportunities. The opportunity board […]
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