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Depending on the individual, a 4 day work week can be beneficial. The induced stress of the pandemic has made it harder for people to maintain their mental health and their life in general. By changing the standard 40 hour work week to 32, employees are less stressed and balanced. “Having the extra week day is incredibly helpful in balancing my personal and work life,” said Amanda Newell, an escrow assistant.

Four-day work weeks should be the new norm

With a maximum of 32 hours a week, full-time employees benefit greatly from implementing this less-stress concept.
MacKenzie Conniff, Social Media Editor
December 16, 2021
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Sunshine and Rainbows: The way LGBTQ+ students experience a ‘progressive’ high school, while helpful, isn’t always perfect. Despite legislative changes, students continue to see hateful and discriminatory actions from their peers. “There are still a few students I’ve encountered who have not been respectful regarding my identity or self-expression. If possible, I believe educating students on respecting gender identity, even if it’s little nudges, would be a step in the right direction,” senior Cindy Andrews said.

It’s not always ‘sunshine and rainbows’ being queer

LGBTQ+ students’ experiences in a 'progressive' high school
Faith Hill, Head Photographer
December 16, 2021
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Gap year: A survey taken by the Gap Year Association shows that after taking a gap year, 55% of survey participants had improved their cultural awareness, 48% of participants had improved their communication skills, and 39% of participants had improved their self direction. Gap years have provided many students with opportunities that they wouldn't get in an academic environment.

Consider taking a gap year

There are more pros than taking a year off
Bryce Clark, Opinion Section Editor
December 16, 2021
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Students use google forms to sign themselves out. Senior Ryan Cumiford goes through the process of completing the form to sign himself out. When leaving school you must go to the attendance office where there are two computers to sign out of school.

Eighteen year olds can sign themselves out of school

Students make their own decisions when they need to leave school
Peyton Ruthruff, Photographer
December 16, 2021
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Students trudge to school at 8:00 am on a cloudy, cold morning. Even after the schools began starting half an hour later, most of LSHS’ students are still not getting enough sleep. This has caused them to fall asleep in their classes, which can lead to missing important lessons, more homework.

Most students fail to get the recommended amount of sleep at night

The CDC recommends that youth between the ages of 13 and 18 get 8-10 hours of sleep at night, but according to them only 27% of students do.
Emilie James, Photographer
December 16, 2021
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SACo masterminds: (left to right) Aimel Rai, Grace Davis and Kaitlyn Johnson represent the students at a student advisory council meeting at the school district office. They have formed the council into what it is today. "I think that change has to come from policy, and it has to come from people being willing to work at, at the big level," Johnson said.

Students find their voices

The Student Advisory Council (SACo), is a new organization established with the goal of giving students a voice on the school board.
Penelope Zickefoose, Photographer
December 16, 2021
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Lake Stevens girls played a dominating game against King's High School. Senior Chloe Pattison, goes up for the shot, after rebounding the ball. The team made a total of 24 points in the 4th quarter. "So we're very hyped for even if it's something small," junior Ella Edens said.

When the Shot Clock Ends

Lady Vikings are back on the basketball court for the 2021-2022 season
Madeline Duffy, Staff Reporter
December 16, 2021
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Top 10 Christmas Songs

Best festive songs to get you into the holiday spirit
Aidyn Marshall, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2021
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State action: The six swimmers on the girls swim team that made it to state this season stand smiling at the camera. Pictured left to right, Sarah Fleischmann, Autumn Marlatt, Mackenzie Smith, Charlotte Lamb, Savannah Foley, and Madelynn Butler. "They also reminded us about like the situation and stuff and like every, every day that went by going to practice without a COVID case was something to like look forward to next day, you know," sophomore Charlotte Lamb said.

Fall Sports Wrap-up

Fall sports breakdown of girls volleyball, girls swim and dive, and girls soccer
Dakota Latham, Photographer
December 15, 2021
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Exorbitant structures: Located on Lenora Street in Seattle, The Amazon Spheres house plant life and are used for Amazon employees to work and lounge in. The cost of the Seattle campus, including the spheres, was $4 billion in total. “Obviously the whole system of capitalism where we're stuck in a rich get richer poor get poorer cycle is so messed up,” junior Adeline Janeway said.

A new technological gilded age

Increasing poverty, homelessness, and economic struggles, paired with unmatched technological development represents a greater interest in product rather than people
Hailey Cordell, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2021
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Time to shine: Seniors Baylor Thomas, Cordelia Wilcox, Tyler Fouts, and Camille Jentzsch sign their letters of intent to play college athletics. Fellow students, teachers, coaches, and family members sat in the stands as they supported the athletes. “I'm glad I finally found a place that I could go to,” senior Jaden Cardona.

Hard work and dedication rewarded

Senior athletes who are committed to play college athletics make it official
Melanie Delestrez, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2021
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Family gatherings around the tree to celebrate and be together for the holidays.

Family and friends enjoy winter traditions

This time of year offers a chance for new memories
Eily Wagner, Photographer
December 13, 2021
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