What happened in France?
Lizzie Allen, Staff Writer
March 26, 2020
It’s astonishing how fast you can go from eating a delicious Parisian dinner to sitting on the floor of your chaperones’ hotel room at 3:30 am, worried that you won’t be able to get out of the foreign city you’re visiting and home to Bloomington for the next month. In my case, it happened i...
Five ways to stay busy in quarantine
Hailey Allgood, Staff writer, Ad manager
March 26, 2020
It’s the third day of your quarantine adventure, maybe your 10th depending on your spring break plans. You have played Barbies with your little sister more than should be allowed, and you now know the names and fatal flaws of all of your mother’s coworkers. As fulfilling as these activities may be, you...
Friday’s Schedule
Celie Kreilkamp, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Tomorrow, February 28th, South will have an adjusted schedule due to the final day of ISTEP testing as well as the performance of the African American Dance Company in fifth period. The AADC, directed by Stafford C. Berry, is a nationally recognized company at Indiana University fusing traditional a...
Special needs individuals ‘Shine’ at community event Feb. 7
Melissa Thomas, Editor
February 13, 2020
On Feb. 7, Special Ed students from Bloomington South were able to experience an unforgettable night of dance and glamour at Bloomington's annual Night to Shine. Centered around giving special needs individuals access to an inclusive and elegant prom night experience, the event was held at Sherwood Oaks...
Panther Profile: Alex Straube & Photography
Fahad Aloufi, Staff Writer
February 13, 2020
For those of you who don’t know him, Alex Straube is a senior at Bloomington South. You might have seen him walking through the hallways with the usual one earbud plugged in and rocking his unique style of clothing and a friendly attitude. While some may have a passion for sports or music, Straube has o...
Rest in peace, Lil Bub
Fahad Aloufi, Staff Writer
December 11, 2019
Internet cat celebrity, Lil Bub, recently died on December 1st at 8 years old. Her death sent waves across social media with millions of fans wishing her condolences and recounting her short-lived life. Her owner, Mike Bridavsky, posted the news of her death on social media. “On the morning o...
Down the ‘Rabbit Hole’
Melissa Thomas, Editor
November 17, 2019
This year, Theatre South presents a production tackling the complex issue of losing a child. ‘Rabbit Hole’ is a 2007 play written by playwright David Lindsay-Abaire, who was inspired by his Juilliard professor to write about his biggest fear: the death of his own child. Over two weeks, Theatre South w...
Inktober among student body
Hanh Tam Bui, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
With every new October, there is a new Inktober. For all thirty one days of the month, there is a different prompt for artists to follow and create an ink illustration. Inktober began ten years ago by an artist under the name Mr. Jake Parker, who says on the official website, “I created Inktober in 2009 a...
Calling all creatives: life and career lecture
Hanh Tam Bui, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
Broadway and Beyond, a lecture meant for parents and students interested in the performing arts, is coming to Bloomington. It is intended to provide advice within the field and outside to youth from insiders of the entertainment industry. Broadway and Beyond is well acclaimed along with its creator and...
Get the Look: Teacher Edition
Melissa Thomas and Iris Kreilkamp
October 28, 2019
The teachers at Bloomington South are talented, hardworking, passionate ... and also stylish! Have you ever wondered why Ramon Garcia sports a full brown look every day, or where to find Bogdan Rakic’s dashing tailored suits? Look no further: with options for those on a budget and those looking to t...
Strange Sites at South: Trimester 1 (Gallery)
Raya Haghverdi and Vika Terrill
October 24, 2019
Public schools may seem to have strict rules, but chaos still manages to ensue. Bloomington South is definitely not an exception. As the first trimester went on, weird sites were discovered and documented. Here are some examples of the many stranger things at South. ...