Ruhi Kaneria | The Chronicle Coquette. Grunge. Preppy. Streetwear. Academia. 90s. Quiet luxury. Old money. Y2K. Clothing aesthetics. They are everywhere, from our phones to our stores. At first glance, aesthetics seem beneficial. They provide a way for people to express themselves in a style they see fit. But with new aesthetics emerging every month, the once easy way to […]
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Mitchell McMillen | The Chronicle What once was seen as a way for older people to get their blood flowing, is turning into a sport for all ages. A group of students at Mason High School (MHS) are rallying to further pickleball as a sport for all to play. According to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s (SFIA) Topline Participation […]
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Andrew Little | Editor-in-Chief The Mason girls swim and dive team entered CT Branin Natatorium looking to make a splash, and left as state runners-up. The Comets have been on an upward swing for the past three seasons, finishing in 16th place at the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Division One finals in 2022 and seventh place last year. […]
Read moreElina Bishoyi | The Chronicle Behind the scenes, some students have to navigate through the challenges of having chronic conditions. Some students are diagnosed with chronic conditions that may affect their lives in a day-to-day setting. Having to deal with impacts on their mental and physical health, they have learned how to address the challenges of the side effects, especially […]
Read moreKendall Davis | The Chronicle With a strong interest in politics and inspiration from school, several students have set out to make a difference in the community when it comes to voting and civics. Junior Alisa Zhao founded the MasonVotes organization after taking an AP Government and Politics class in which she learned about how low voter turnout in America […]
Read moreRecently, AT&T users were impacted by a widespread phone network outage that disrupted essential services like calling and texting. After service was restored, several articles like “Don’t fret, here are messaging apps if service goes out” and “AT&T outage just a preview of what can happen when cell service goes out: How to prepare” made headlines. In an age where […]
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 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. […]
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Read moreDirected by: Denis Villeneuve Review by: Ruhi Kaneria Rating: ⅘ stars Dune: Part Two was a captivating 2-hour and 46-minute sequel, with action, prophecies, and sandworms. Adapted from the 1965 novel of the same name, the first movie was released in 2021. The movie continues on the storyline of the planet of Arrakis’ lucrative spice trade as Paul Atreides […]
Read moreDirected by: Michael Goi Review by: Drew Hoffmaster Rating: ⅗ stars In 2010, an attempt at a live-action version of the action-fantasy TV show Avatar: The Last Airbender was a critical flop. Against all odds, however, Netflix’s 2024 live-action remake of the show was a success. Complete with a $120 million budget and stunning visuals, creator Albert Kim brought an […]
Read moreArtist: ¥$Review by: Hudson PitcockRating: 2.5/5 Only 29 days late from its original release date, Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign dropped their highly anticipated album VULTURES 1 on February 9. In contrast to West’s previous two albums JESUS IS KING and Donda where he explores his own spiritual beliefs, Vultures 1’s 16 songs feature West as he explores his […]
Read moreDrew Hoffmaster | The Chronicle At the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year, a six-year chapter is closing at Mason High School (MHS). On February 2, principal Bobby Dodd announced that he was resigning from his position. After helping kick-start and improve many of MHS’s many programs like the Experiential Learning Program (XLP), Hope Squad and the AMs, Dodd had […]
Read moreSrinidhi 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 […]
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Megan Lee | The Chronicle For the first time in program history, Mason High School’s (MHS) Varsity Dance Team cracked the top five at Universal Dance Association (UDA) Nationals. The MHS Dance Team took the stage from February 2 to 4, 2024 in Orlando, Florida at the prestigious UDA Nationals, a competition that hosts college and high school dance teams. […]
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Shrija Shandilya | The Chronicle In the golden age of social media, its creators now want to confine it. In November 2023, the parent company to Instagram, Meta, called on lawmakers to pass a policy restricting young children on social media without parental approval. In the months prior to this, a bipartisan coalition of 33 attorney generals led a lawsuit […]
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Aybika Kamil | The Chronicle Stitching together dresses and real-world learning opportunities, Mason High School (MHS) Fashion Design teacher and Fashion Club advisor, Silvia Cattini, allows students to rent formal attire free of charge. In classroom C303, Cattini has dresses displayed on mannequins, waiting to be rented by students, whether it be for Prom, Homecoming or any other formal event. […]
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Allie Keim | The Chronicle With the click of a camera, Mason High School (MHS) students capture moments for others and new perspectives for themselves. These students, being mostly self-taught and learning the basics of photography through basic instruction, have discovered their love for the art of photography and created their own businesses they wish to preserve throughout their futures. […]
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