Michelle Zuo | The Chronicle “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” and for Mason High School (MHS) junior, Layla Wright, that beauty goes beyond crowns and sashes. As a former American Miss Junior Teen Ohio, pageantry is her platform for leadership development, inclusion and personal growth. Wright began competing in pageants at 10…
Ruhi Kaneria | The Chronicle Hailey DeGroff | The Chronicle The path to apply to colleges at Mason High School (MHS) is not one-size-fits-all. For some students, it begins with sitting in front of a computer, researching and writing essays. For others, it may start at a much younger age as they listen to their older…
Grace Ai | The Chronicle From slime to exploding soda bottles, the Science National Honor Society (SNHS) brings the magic of science to an organization that may seem unexpected: Cub Scouts. This year, the SNHS continues its collaboration with the Cub Scouts in Mason to foster a love for science in the younger generation. SNHS…
On November 2nd, the Mason High School Competition Cheer Team delivered an outstanding performance at the Greater Miami Conference (GMC) Cheerleading Championships held at Fairfield High School. Competing in both the Varsity Game Day and Varsity Non-Building Performance categories, Mason’s cheer squads captured first place in each event, earning the highest scores of the day….
Sophia Allen | The Chronicle Mason’s top-rated five-star report card is not just the result of strong leadership from its principals, teachers, and staff—the Board of Education also plays a key role in shaping the district’s success. The five-member board, whose members are elected to four year terms, oversees everything from approving new courses and…
Katie Samol | The Chronicle On Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, Mason residents will have the opportunity to cast their ballots for three Mason school board members. As election day approaches, candidates’ campaigns are in full swing. Campaign signs line Mason Montgomery Road, candidates hold events connecting with the community and social media feeds are flooded…
Nicole D’Silva | The Chronicle After years of dedication and national success, MHS student Anish Maheshwaram qualifies to represent Team USA at the World Rowing Beach Sprint Championships in Turkey Gliding down thousands of meters of water in Sarasota, Florida, a student from Mason High School (MHS) and his teammate rowed their way to the…
Alessia Korvessis | The Chronicle Retinol, mascara, bronzer and face cream are all commonly used products when it comes to student beauty. Over the past few years, the age of beauty product users has seen a steady decline, with younger students dipping into the world of skincare and makeup. As a result, there has been…
Michelle Zuo | The Chronicle Most nonprofits begin as fresh initiatives, but for Mason High School (MHS) sophomore Samhita Paranthaman, joining The Artsy Altruists meant continuing a legacy. Founded in 2018 by her sister and MHS alumna Sanchita Paranthaman, the nonprofit sells handmade jewelry and artwork at local and religious events, with proceeds supporting global…
Emily Kemper | The Chronicle The Comet Cupboard has provided weekly meal packs to food insecure students in Mason City Schools (MCS) since 2019. Over time, it has expanded to include hygiene products, spirit wear, winter coats and other essentials, growing from 20 students served weekly to over 200 across the district. This year, the…
