Nora Ghobril | The Chronicle Weightless, surreal, and tranquil — words that may not describe everyday life for most people. For Mason High School (MHS) junior Anaya Tripathi, however, they are familiar feelings found far below the surface. Tripathi said her passion for scuba diving began in elementary school, when her mother took her to…
Divya Khan | The Chronicle Most Mason High School (MHS) seniors have spent their entire lives in Mason, from childhood all the way up until the present. Reflecting back on their elementary years, the Class of 2027 is approaching their final months of high school. But this year, as talk of graduation begins and seniors…
Suhani Datta | The Chronicle Long before walking through the doors of Mason High School (MHS) as a freshman, Bo Burkhart was navigating audition rooms, memorizing scripts and walking runways. Today, he manages the transition into high school alongside an active career on screen. Burkhart has already appeared in the TV series “Classroom Confidential” and…
Michelle Zuo | The Chronicle With pop-culture-inspired costumes, character-accurate makeup and detailed props, Halloween serves as the finale to October’s festivities. The holiday has long been an opportunity to dress up and showcase personal interests. But the tradition has evolved into a hobby: cosplay. As media such as anime, manga and cartoons become increasingly popular,…
Kaho Asai | The Chronicle Mason High School (MHS) accumulates a number of new students every year. Many come from neighboring counties or states, but for some, they are new to the country entirely, and have left their homes for an unfamiliar place 6,000 miles away. Some manufacturing companies in Japan frequently send their employees…
Michelle Zuo | The Chronicle Whether it be writing poetry, creating bands or running marathons, Mason High School (MHS) teachers have long expressed themselves and their interests through hobbies. Although some of these pastimes have been picked up over the years, others have lasted since childhood. For MHS World History teacher Rachel Pansing, that longtime…
Evelyn Feldmann | The Chronicle Six months ago, a team of Mason High School (MHS) freshmen joined to form a nonprofit organization. Their initiative would go on to donate over 22,000 items, all resources used to teach kids how to handle their emotions. Handmade Gifts Initiative (HGI) has one goal: bring social-emotional learning (SEL) education…
Sophie Allen | The Chronicle Mason High School (MHS) teens have been trading in mall trips for online clicks. Buying and selling clothing on online platforms such as Vinted and Depop have become increasingly popular among teens; some look for deals, while others search for unique pieces. What is a bit of quick cash for…
Divya Khan | The Chronicle From buying senior backpacks to attending Senior Sunrise, members of the Mason High School (MHS) Class of 2027 are embracing their senior year with a variety of traditions. Many seniors have purchased and painted a senior parking spot, their ideas ranging from Pinterest-inspired creations to freehand paintings and plans they…
Suhani Datta | The Chronicle Many teenagers spend their summer swimming in the pool, going to Kings Island or watching movies at the cinema. For Mason High School (MHS) sophomore Saanvi Ramachandran, summer was spent in a constant loop of writing, modifying and pacing in circles. On July 25, Ramachandran delivered an eight and a…
