Superstitions shape athletes’ game day

Jack Mendelsohn | The Chronicle From listening to a specific music artist to following a strict pre-game meal, Mason High School (MHS) athletes will do anything to help them prepare for a victory. The smallest routines can play the biggest part in an athlete’s performances. One thing many athletes have in common is their superstitions. These superstitions are often unique […]

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Girls wrestling breaking barriers and inspiring athletes

Libby Pullen | The Chronicle With grit, determination, and a growing roster, the Mason Girls wrestling team is making its mark at Mason, challenging stereotypes and inspiring future athletes. What was once seen as an unconventional male sport is evolving into a more inclusive environment, inviting young athletes to step on the mat and compete in a male-dominated sport. Societal […]

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MHS students, staff follow passions when choosing careers

Grace Ai | The Chronicle As students at Mason High School (MHS) prepare for the next chapter of their lives, many end up stuck at the crossroads when it comes to college majors and future careers. For some, they chose their paths based on passion. Senior Kieran Niska, currently in the MHS’s Honors Symphony Orchestra, plans on pursuing a Bachelor’s […]

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Shorter days, seasonal changes trigger seasonal affective disorder

Sahaj Datta | The Chronicle As the days shorten and the temperature drops, many high schoolers may feel a shift in their mood and energy levels. For some, however, these changes can go beyond feeling tired or sluggish—they can be symptoms of a more serious condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).  This condition, commonly confused with the “winter blues,” […]

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MHS students create crafts to lift spirits of local community

Matluba Eshonkulova | The Chronicle Stars have always been beacons of hope and symbols of positivity, happiness and renewal — at Mason High School (MHS), students have started crafting for a cause, bridging creativity and compassion through Stellar Wonderz. Stellar Wonderz is a nonprofit volunteer organization that creates crafts known as “Wonderz” that revolve around stars. The crafts volunteers create […]

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MHS teacher authors book on Cold Case program

Olivia Zellner | The Chronicle Years after a forgotten case sparked a movement at Mason High School (MHS), one teacher is bringing the story full circle with a project that honors its impact. Five years after the start of the well-known “Cold Case” program, MHS Forensic Science teacher Randy Hubbard is finishing his final year at Mason with his very […]

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“Mason rollerblader” spreads joy in community

Emily Kemper | The Chronicle You may have seen him gliding down a parade route, dancing downtown or spinning on a street corner – but no matter where you spot Bill Kraimer, his rollerblading skills are sure to put a smile on your face.  Kraimer – also known as “the Mason Rollerblader” – has been skating since childhood, starting with […]

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MHS students embrace culture through board games

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 […]

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Students need media literacy to navigate misinformation

Katie Samol | The Chronicle In the world of artificial intelligence (AI), computer-generated imagery (CGI) and deep fakes, seeing is not always believing.  Media literacy is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create and participate with media messages and the systems in which they exist. Being able to assess the influence of those messages on thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and […]

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New elective teaches students importance of self-care

Kaiya Lakes | The Chronicle Mason High School (MHS) is constantly evolving: partnering with the latest organizations, creating more programs both in and outside the school and adding the newest and most interesting classes to MHS’ course catalog. In August of this school year, current hope squad advisor and Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology teacher Alex Beurket dove into teaching a […]

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TikTok should not influence our courts

Megan Lee | The Chronicle On October 24, 2024 the Los Angeles district attorney George Gascón called for a resentencing of the Menendez brothers.  The brothers, Lyle and Erik Menendez, were sentenced to life in prison in 1996 with no chance of parole after the 1994 murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. After almost thirty-five years in prison […]

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Modern activism has changed

Katie Samol | The Chronicle Have your views of politics or social policy ever been impacted by something you have read online? I know mine have. The face of modern activism is changing.  Social media activism is a newer form of digital advocacy that has been harnessed by Generation Z (Gen Z). According to the United Way of the National […]

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Not everyone wants to drive at sixteen

Sahaj Datta | The Chronicle In today’s society, learning to drive has become more than just a rite of passage and a symbol of independence for teens — it is also a source of intense pressure. While most teenagers are excited to get behind the wheel, many also feel a sense of urgency to learn to drive, whether they are […]

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