Jack Mendelsohn | The Chronicle Home is where the heart is ‒ and for quarterback De’Angelo Birch, that’s Mason. After transferring to Princeton High School for his sophomore and junior years, Birch has returned to Mason for his senior season, proving it’s good to be back. After his freshman year at Mason, Birch made the…
Emily Kemper | The Chronicle The Comet Cupboard has provided weekly meal packs to food insecure students in Mason City Schools (MCS) since 2019. Over time, it has expanded to include hygiene products, spirit wear, winter coats and other essentials, growing from 20 students served weekly to over 200 across the district. This year, the…
Grace Ai | The Chronicle Some people find community through sports, others through culture. For certain students at Mason High School, dance offers it all. Mason High School (MHS) students dance at various studios, often performing cultural dances from across the world. MHS sophomore Eleanor Hahn dances with Bing Yang Chinese Performing Arts Center, primarily…
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…
Michelle Zuo | The Chronicle “Go back to your own country.” It’s a phrase I’ve experienced, seen and heard immigrants and racial minorities face for the longest time. So this summer, I decided to do exactly that. I went back to my own country. That country was China, known for its futuristic cities and diverse…
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…
Hailey DeGroff | The Chronicle After winning the OHSAA State Championship last October, the Mason High School (MHS) Girls Varsity Tennis team enters the 2025 fall season with one goal: to defend the title. With a strong returning lineup and consistent work ethic, expectations are high. The program has established itself as a powerhouse, capturing…
Ruhi Kaneria | The Chronicle If someone collapses and needs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), we do not wait for a parent or guardian to approve lifesaving care. We act immediately because a life is at stake. However, a proposal in Ohio state legislation places a similar barrier between teenagers and mental health support. Current Ohio law…
