Category: Features

Katie Samol | The Chronicle Last August, Ben Brown began his first school year as Mason High School’s (MHS) Executive Director of High School Experience and Principal. Since then, he has worked to support expanding initiatives, including the Experiential Learning Program and the Big Rock Student Leadership Team. Prioritizing improved school spirit, Brown has remained highly involved in student life. […]

Sololiya Ebba | The Chronicle Tyler Rini was just nine years old when he picked up his first pack of baseball cards at Target. He was not expecting much, but inside was a signed card, a rare pull that would spark a life-long passion. At the time, collecting was just a casual interest, but when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in […]

Akshay Vadlamani | The Chronicle There is an emerging trend at Mason High School (MHS) that challenges traditional educational timelines. Students are increasingly finding unique pathways to complete their high school education, breaking away from the conventional four-year model and charting their own academic journeys. For some students, early graduation is not just an option — it is a strategic […]

Sahaj Datta | The Chronicle A new technology is bringing the human body to life digitally, marking a turning point in the future of medical education, and Mason students will get to be a part of it. Anatomage is a medical equipment manufacturer that focuses on digitizing anatomy and physiology to bring better education to more medical students. They have […]

Emily Kemper | The Chronicle The Mason Intermediate (MI) Black History Bowl has been a beloved event in Mason schools since 2007, where fifth-grade students compete in teams to answer trivia about Black historical figures and events. Now, the Mason High School (MHS) Black Student Union (BSU) is helping to open the celebration to the rest of the community with […]

Akshay Vadlamani | The Chronicle For most Mason High School seniors, the college application process is already a complex maze of deadlines, essays and decisions. But for international students, that maze comes with additional twists and turns that can entirely reshape their academic futures. From dealing with visa requirements to facing limited financial aid options from translating their previous academic […]

Aybika Kamil | The Chronicle With over 3,500 students, Mason High School (MHS) is a hub for all kinds of people – even famous TikTokers.  MHS sophomore Azizbek Ismoiljonov started posting on TikTok in April 2024. His first video was greeted with over 1.5 million likes. In the post, he filmed himself holding his brother’s baby to a trending audio. […]

Sahaj Datta | The Chronicle Makeup has become a canvas for creativity and a staple of self-expression among high school students, cementing its place in everyday life.   Once reserved for special occasions or professional settings, makeup has evolved into a daily ritual for many teens, reflecting their personalities and moods. From subtle, natural looks that enhance features to bold and […]

Akshay Vadlamani | The Chronicle The sound of stones clinking, cards shuffling and boards unfolding is garnering attention at Mason High School (MHS). MHS has recently seen a rise in cultural games from various parts of the world. These games represent various experiences for students, from strategic battlefields to family game nights. They offer a way for students to connect […]