Srinidhi Valathappan | The Chronicle “Unprecedented circumstances.” As I sit down to write this column, it’s hard to believe that four years have passed since the world as we knew it came to a screeching halt. Four years ago, on March 12, 2020, I spent my first bell Physical Science class discussing the new coronavirus phenomenon that seemed to take […]
Read moreTaylor Murray | The Chronicle Dedication is Important — In Moderation There may be such a thing as being too dedicated to your sport. Mason is an incredibly competitive and high-achieving district. When most people talk about Mason compared to other schools, they refer to our academic prowess. However, just as equally impressive is our athletes’ dedication to their sports. […]
Read moreAybika Kamil | The Chronicle Advanced Placement (AP) classes have continually been a topic of conversation in high schools across the country, whether students are discussing how many APs to take, which ones to enroll in or if they’re even worth it. They are designed to be rigorous and demanding courses that take up time and mental space. AP classes […]
Read moreRuhi Kaneria | The Chronicle Inclusivity is a term that has spearheaded many conversations in the past years, from executive board meetings to the sphere of Mason High School (MHS). Here, students and staff work to facilitate conversations of inclusion and belonging with the aid of the diversity, inclusion, and equity (DEI) principles. By using diversity, equity, and inclusion as […]
Read moreDrew Hoffmaster | The Chronicle Green text message bubbles. Lightning chargers. Different operating systems. These are just some of the differences between Apple and Android devices. People always want to be trendy. To be trendy in 2007, people were rocking the newest fashion trend, low-rise jeans, or using Microsoft Vista. In June 2007, the first iPhone came out, and people […]
Read moreSrinidhi Valathappan | The Chronicle As second-semester seniors, we find ourselves at a crossroads where the infamous “senioritis” tends to creep in, stealing away our motivation and leaving us with a sense of restlessness. It’s a curious sensation, this tug-of-war between the allure of newfound freedom and the lingering responsibilities that tether us to the world we’ve known. However, amidst […]
Read moreRuhi Kaneria | The Chronicle Black Friday. Cyber Monday. Hauls and influencers. Consumerism has been rooted in our history for centuries. From the exotic items presented on the market in the 18th century to the boom of department stores in the early 19th century, humans have always been looking for the next best thing, whether it is new spices, shiny […]
Read moreMegan Lee | The Chronicle Amidst the three long weeks between Thanksgiving and Winter Break, the countless hours of school work, studying and striving to stay motivated are starting to show. Now more than ever it takes strength to keep yourself in a position to stay motivated through the holiday season, especially doing the thing most dread during the holidays: […]
Read moreNishka Mishra | The Chronicle Everyone loves to hate abstract art. It is something we as a society can all seem to band together against. Splatters of paint on a canvas, all-white painting and shapes that look like they could have been drawn by a kindergartener hung up in some of the most famous museums around the world and sold […]
Read moreCamden Paeltz | The Chronicle Second place is the first loser. This seems to be a prevalent mentality in Mason athletics, but it shouldn’t be. When I attended the state cross-country meet, most Mason runners had high hopes for a third consecutive championship victory. Instead, they fell just short and placed second to a very talented Massillon Jackson team. It […]
Read moreIn the age of hashtags and trending topics, our lives are increasingly intertwined with the vast realm of social media and the internet. It’s a space where opinions clash, movements are born, and ideas spread like wildfire. However, amidst the constant flow of information, there’s a danger lurking— a danger that threatens to oversimplify complex issues and divide us into […]
Read moreSrinidhi Valathappan | The Chronicle As I lie awake in bed, I see the outline of the half-finished 24 x 18 canvas leaning against my bedpost. Last summer, I learned how to paint in the style of ancient Kerala murals and finished an intricate painting over the course of three months. Excited by the possibility of further painting ideas, I […]
Read moreAkshay Vadlamani | The Chronicle The passage of Ohio Issue 2 has led to the legalization of marijuana usage for Ohioans over the age of 21, sendingwaves of concern across the state on the detrimental effects of such legislation. Marijuana has been in use medically for almost a century, however, research regarding the effect of its use on mental and […]
Read moreShrija Shandilya | The Chronicle While the stress of college application is very real and daunting, there’s a sense of accomplishment that comes with reaching senior year. You feel like you’ve made it past the worst of it all. Looking back at past years as a senior proves that hindsight really is 20/20. Freshman year is easily the best year […]
Read moreAndrew Little | The Chronicle I can’t count the number of times I’ve heard someone say, “Hollywood has run out of creative ideas,” while watching television and seeing an advertisement for the latest blockbuster. The trend of sequels, reboots, and adaptations of existing Intellectual Property (IP) has dominated the film industry for the majority of my lifetime. The phenomenon seems […]
Read moreRuhi 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 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 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 […]
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