Students confront the reality of money
Eshal Firoze | The Chronicle From chore allowances to paid hours, students at Mason High School (MHS) are finding new ways to interpret and fulfill financial needs as they become adults entering the real world. MHS senior Chloe Knight is one of the many high schoolers navigating filing taxes for the first time this spring,…
High-priced brands impact teen spending
Katie Samol | The Chronicle A student walks the halls of their high school in an outfit costing upwards of $500. But they are not dressed in luxury brands or blingy jewelry; they are simply sporting what is in style. Brands rising to popularity among teenagers are pricier than ever. Comfrt, Alo, Essentials and Aviator…
On the road, friendships grow beyond competition
Grace Ai | The Chronicle Competitions, whether academic or athletic, can be incredibly stressful. However, some students at Mason High School (MHS) have found that the friends they made while competing are just as rewarding as coming back with a trophy. From D.C. to Disney World, MHS students have the opportunity to join many extracurricular…
Ohio weighs impact of student mental health days
Ruhi Kaneria | The Chronicle In an age of packed schedules, AP classes and constant comparison on social media, students are navigating more than just academics at school. As conversations around student mental health grow louder, a new Ohio proposal aims to legitimize something many students already quietly need. A day to step back. Ohio…
MHS graduate leaves lasting impact with memorial scholarship
Aditi Varman | The Chronicle On March 15, 2025, Faith Le Yuan Oleckniche, a 2023 graduate of Mason High School known to many as Yuan-Yuan, passed away, leaving behind a legacy defined by compassion and leadership. In the year since her death, that legacy has been honored through the creation of a memorial scholarship in…
Reedy takes charge as Comets look to maintain dominance
Jack Mendelsohn | The Chronicle For the last decade, Mike Reid has been the head coach for the Mason High School (MHS) Men’s Tennis team. During his tenure as head coach, Reid led the Comets to five Greater Miami Conference (GMC) championships, along with four Ohio Tennis Coaches Association (OTCA) state titles. Following the end…
Heart first: senior athlete defines success through effort
Hailey Degroff | The Chronicle At 6’8” tall, Lenin Aguilar is a hard figure to miss, but his impact at Mason High School goes beyond simple physics. While football remains his primary focus, the senior has spent his high school career quietly dismantling the myth that modern athletes must specialize to succeed. By balancing time…
Players rethink traditional path, bet on development
Lippy Pullen | The Chronicle For many high school athletes, the goal is to keep playing at the next level. At Mason High School (MHS), the pathway for reaching that goal is changing, as growing numbers of senior baseball players are choosing to ditch the status quo and commit to community or junior colleges rather…
Student turns passion into performance into competitive skating
Michelle Zuo | The Chronicle After the intricate spins and complex artistry of Alsya Liu’s performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, it’s no secret that the popularity of skating is on the rise. While figure skating remains one of the most popular winter sports globally, few recognize its land counterpart; roller skating. For Mason High…