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- East
Get to Know: Mrs. DeSantis
Mrs. DeSantis has been an assistant principal at East for seventeen years and has made herself a familiar, friendly face.Williamsville East Mock Trial Triumphs During First Rounds of Virtual Competition
In Mock Trial, students take on the roles of attorneys and witnesses and act as characters in a case given to them by the New York State Bar Association.How FBLA Is Staying Engaged During a Virtual Year
Whether it be volunteering community service, competing in competitive events, or meeting new people, FBLA is more than just a business organization.Help Send Valentines to the Elderly
Girl Up is making placemats for residents to have to go along with their meals on Valentine’s Day to brighten this time of the day for them.
- News
India’s Farmers’ Protests from November to Now
A young climate activist, Disha Ravi, has been arrested by the Indian government over her farmers’ protest “toolkit”, a document which Prem Nath, joint commissioner of Delhi police, claims to have been created with the aim of creating “misinformation and disaffection against the lawfully elected government.” This “toolkit” is a document listing resources and ways in which the people in India can take action in support of the farmers’ protests.Netanyahu pleads not guilty, walks out of own trial
On February 8, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pleaded not guilty in his trial on bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges.Myanmar Coup
On February 1st, the democratically elected leaders of the Southeast Asian country of Myanmar were overthrown by the country’s military. The military, or the Tatmadaw, seized power and declared a one year state of emergency and placed General Min Aung Hlaing in power. The country’s de facto leader State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint were detained by military forces and charged with criminal offenses. Furthermore, the Tatmadaw have nullified the results of Myanmar's November 2020 elections.Widening the Divide: Colleges Experience K-Shaped Admissions Trends
If you yearn for more uncertainty in your life, I highly recommend being a high school senior in the year 2021. A wonderful blend of cancellations, mixed-messages by admissions offices, and confounding variables have left even the most well off students in a state of flux. Entering the endgame of February, March, and April, we finally have some finite data in terms of application numbers and early acceptance rates. These results mirror the recovery from the coronavirus pandemic writ large; elite schools are enjoying a high number of applicants while state schools that serve underrepresented people in the professional world are struggling to maintain a sustainable structure.
- Entertainment
Faceless NPC “Gatekeeper” Wins Fire Emblem Popularity Poll “Choose Your Legends 5”
Every year, around the anniversary of the release of Fire Emblem Heroes (FEH), the mobile game spinoff, the Choose Your Legends poll (CYL) takes place, allowing players to directly vote for characters to receive new, very powerful variations of fan favorites in FEH.Six Albums to Listen to During the Six Week Stretch From Now Until The Next Break
After February break, March feels as though it will stretch on interminably for ten weeks each year until we finally see April break on the horizon. While you wait, here are six albums to listen to during this long stretch before our next official break from school.Top Upcoming Movies for 2021
2021 is shaping up to be a pretty exciting year for new movie releases. Whether you are headed to the theaters or ready to stream at home, this year promises to be a really rewarding one for cinema fans. Check out the top upcoming movies for 2021 and enjoy!New Marvel Line-Up Will Get You Through the Pandemic
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has a heavy lineup for 2021. Here’s the scoop!
- Sports
ATP Cup Recap
As controversy surrounded quarantine and the upcoming Australian Open, the ATP Cup was a breath of fresh air for many top tennis players. Looking for early practice, thirteen of the top fourteen players in the world were set to compete, with the lone exception of World No. 5 Roger Federer, who was recovering from knee surgery.Winners and Losers of the James Harden Trade
One of the best scorers in the NBA, James Harden, was granted his wish to be traded. The trade included 4 teams: Cleveland Cavaliers, Brooklyn Nets, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers. I will break down the winners and losers of this 4 team trade.What the Bills Season Meant to Fans this Year
While the loss to Kansas City in the AFC Championship is difficult to deal with, the Buffalo Bills brought some much-needed light to Western New York and their fans everywhere this season. From setting new franchise and league records to donating to good causes, the team brought the community together with something to celebrate.Turmoil Arises before the Australian Open
Weeks before it was scheduled to start, there was uncertainty surrounding the Australian Open and if the tournament would go on. Organizers and Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley (who is also director of the Australian Open) were in negotiations about what would happen for the opening Grand Slam of the year.
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Homecoming 2019
East's cheerleaders perform at the Homecoming pep rally.The 2019 Homecoming Court.The Senior class of 2020's tug-of-war team. The class of 2020 would go on...
- Comics
- Commentary
Universal Basic Income is Still Necessary
We don’t have to revert to communism, full-blown socialism, or massive inflation to accomplish this.Trump’s Impeachment Acquittal and What It Means For America’s Future
From pressuring Georgia to “find” votes to turn the election in his favor and inciting the Capitol mob (events that occurred just during the first week of 2021, to put things in perspective), Trump has gotten away with violating the Constitution time and time again.A Breakdown of Modern Racism
It is that our society has been shaped by the ideologies of white people. And those ideologies have evolved to create the multi-faceted issue of racism in AmericaToxic Motivation
The message from so many of the most influential speakers is toxic, and it only deepens the troubles of the suffering.Editorial: A Statement from the East Side News on Democracy
The Washington Post’s most famous columnist and editor Bob Woodward, who exposed the Watergate Scandal among other high-level abuses of power, is credited with popularizing the phrase, “Democracy Dies in Darkness”. On January 6th, 2021, we watched in horror as an assassination attempt was made upon our democracy in broad daylight. The certification of the electoral votes is a purely symbolic process to affirm our democratically elected leader. Opposition to this process is opposition to democracy itself.
- East
Get to Know: Mrs. DeSantis
Mrs. DeSantis has been an assistant principal at East for seventeen years and has made herself a familiar, friendly face.Williamsville East Mock Trial Triumphs During First Rounds of Virtual Competition
In Mock Trial, students take on the roles of attorneys and witnesses and act as characters in a case given to them by the New York State Bar Association.How FBLA Is Staying Engaged During a Virtual Year
Whether it be volunteering community service, competing in competitive events, or meeting new people, FBLA is more than just a business organization.Help Send Valentines to the Elderly
Girl Up is making placemats for residents to have to go along with their meals on Valentine’s Day to brighten this time of the day for them.
- News
India’s Farmers’ Protests from November to Now
A young climate activist, Disha Ravi, has been arrested by the Indian government over her farmers’ protest “toolkit”, a document which Prem Nath, joint commissioner of Delhi police, claims to have been created with the aim of creating “misinformation and disaffection against the lawfully elected government.” This “toolkit” is a document listing resources and ways in which the people in India can take action in support of the farmers’ protests.Netanyahu pleads not guilty, walks out of own trial
On February 8, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pleaded not guilty in his trial on bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges.Myanmar Coup
On February 1st, the democratically elected leaders of the Southeast Asian country of Myanmar were overthrown by the country’s military. The military, or the Tatmadaw, seized power and declared a one year state of emergency and placed General Min Aung Hlaing in power. The country’s de facto leader State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint were detained by military forces and charged with criminal offenses. Furthermore, the Tatmadaw have nullified the results of Myanmar's November 2020 elections.Widening the Divide: Colleges Experience K-Shaped Admissions Trends
If you yearn for more uncertainty in your life, I highly recommend being a high school senior in the year 2021. A wonderful blend of cancellations, mixed-messages by admissions offices, and confounding variables have left even the most well off students in a state of flux. Entering the endgame of February, March, and April, we finally have some finite data in terms of application numbers and early acceptance rates. These results mirror the recovery from the coronavirus pandemic writ large; elite schools are enjoying a high number of applicants while state schools that serve underrepresented people in the professional world are struggling to maintain a sustainable structure.
- Entertainment
Faceless NPC “Gatekeeper” Wins Fire Emblem Popularity Poll “Choose Your Legends 5”
Every year, around the anniversary of the release of Fire Emblem Heroes (FEH), the mobile game spinoff, the Choose Your Legends poll (CYL) takes place, allowing players to directly vote for characters to receive new, very powerful variations of fan favorites in FEH.Six Albums to Listen to During the Six Week Stretch From Now Until The Next Break
After February break, March feels as though it will stretch on interminably for ten weeks each year until we finally see April break on the horizon. While you wait, here are six albums to listen to during this long stretch before our next official break from school.Top Upcoming Movies for 2021
2021 is shaping up to be a pretty exciting year for new movie releases. Whether you are headed to the theaters or ready to stream at home, this year promises to be a really rewarding one for cinema fans. Check out the top upcoming movies for 2021 and enjoy!New Marvel Line-Up Will Get You Through the Pandemic
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has a heavy lineup for 2021. Here’s the scoop!
- Sports
ATP Cup Recap
As controversy surrounded quarantine and the upcoming Australian Open, the ATP Cup was a breath of fresh air for many top tennis players. Looking for early practice, thirteen of the top fourteen players in the world were set to compete, with the lone exception of World No. 5 Roger Federer, who was recovering from knee surgery.Winners and Losers of the James Harden Trade
One of the best scorers in the NBA, James Harden, was granted his wish to be traded. The trade included 4 teams: Cleveland Cavaliers, Brooklyn Nets, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers. I will break down the winners and losers of this 4 team trade.What the Bills Season Meant to Fans this Year
While the loss to Kansas City in the AFC Championship is difficult to deal with, the Buffalo Bills brought some much-needed light to Western New York and their fans everywhere this season. From setting new franchise and league records to donating to good causes, the team brought the community together with something to celebrate.Turmoil Arises before the Australian Open
Weeks before it was scheduled to start, there was uncertainty surrounding the Australian Open and if the tournament would go on. Organizers and Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley (who is also director of the Australian Open) were in negotiations about what would happen for the opening Grand Slam of the year.
- Videos
- Photos
Homecoming 2019
East's cheerleaders perform at the Homecoming pep rally.The 2019 Homecoming Court.The Senior class of 2020's tug-of-war team. The class of 2020 would go on...
- Comics
- Commentary
Universal Basic Income is Still Necessary
We don’t have to revert to communism, full-blown socialism, or massive inflation to accomplish this.Trump’s Impeachment Acquittal and What It Means For America’s Future
From pressuring Georgia to “find” votes to turn the election in his favor and inciting the Capitol mob (events that occurred just during the first week of 2021, to put things in perspective), Trump has gotten away with violating the Constitution time and time again.A Breakdown of Modern Racism
It is that our society has been shaped by the ideologies of white people. And those ideologies have evolved to create the multi-faceted issue of racism in AmericaToxic Motivation
The message from so many of the most influential speakers is toxic, and it only deepens the troubles of the suffering.Editorial: A Statement from the East Side News on Democracy
The Washington Post’s most famous columnist and editor Bob Woodward, who exposed the Watergate Scandal among other high-level abuses of power, is credited with popularizing the phrase, “Democracy Dies in Darkness”. On January 6th, 2021, we watched in horror as an assassination attempt was made upon our democracy in broad daylight. The certification of the electoral votes is a purely symbolic process to affirm our democratically elected leader. Opposition to this process is opposition to democracy itself.
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