Student News for Horizon Honors Secondary School

The Horizon Sun

Student News for Horizon Honors Secondary School

The Horizon Sun

Student News for Horizon Honors Secondary School

The Horizon Sun

This is the Battle of the Books plaque, found in the media center. The names of the winners are posted on it from  the first time the Battle of the Books was held.

Get Your Books Ready Because It’s Time to Battle!

Kamryn Chan, Columnist March 17, 2014

The tenth anniversary of Battle of the Books (BOB) has just kicked off. Students from fifth to eighth grade will work together to read as many of the assigned books as they desire. Every Friday starting...

Journalism students pull up the homescreen for their favorite social media site during class. pose for a picture of their computer screens. Only one students picked Facebook.

Is Facebook Fading?

Lauren Bander, Columnist March 17, 2014

Facebook used to be my addiction. I’d check it every day, seeing if any of my friends had posted anything interesting. My cousin and I would find excuses to talk while on the social media site and I...

 A smiling face that seems to welcome everyone. Unfortunately, society has changed the significance of smiles as they are seen far too often.

Why People Smile

Lauren Arenas, Student Opinion Editor March 17, 2014

Recently in my AP Language class, we were told to read a short piece titled “Why Women Smile” by Amy Cunningham. The reading began by pointing out how women feel the need to smile for reasons other...

My mom, Julie Kenzler (on the left), and my dear Aunt Tammy (on the right), pose as sisters during a time of memories being made. My beautiful and caring aunt was taken from us last November due to a terrible drunk driver. We were devastated. My mother found hope through this nightmare; it was MADD.

A Memorable Walk

Maggie Kenzler, Columnist March 17, 2014

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) was founded more than 30 years ago, and since then, drunk driving deaths have been decreased by more than half. But, there is still more work that needs to be done....

Students fall victim to the pressures of preparing for the SAT. Hopefully, the changes being made to the exam will alleviate some of the stress.

Back To The Future

Alexa Geidel, Editor-In-Chief March 17, 2014

It was announced this week that the College Board, the company that administers the SAT test, will be making significant changes to the testing format. Among the compulsory alterations being made is that...

These adorable handmade cards will warm a friend’s heart. They are easy to make, and you will probably recognize or own the supplies that are used.

Show How Much You Care With Handmade Cards

Emily LaBatt, Columnist March 17, 2014

Ombré Thank You Card- Materials: - Watercolor paint - Paintbrush - A blank piece of paper folded in half to serve as the card or preferably a folded piece of watercolor paper. - A black ink...

Four cute Horizonites pose against the wall; (left to right) senior Lauren Arenas, junior Alexa Geidel, seventh grader Addison Bennett, and senior Katy Abbe.

Fashion Trends That Men Hate

Martina Weary, Copy Editor March 17, 2014

“Do you wear winged eyeliner? How about boots? Do you like to decorate your body with jewelry or other accessories? Have a tattoo? Wear your hair short? Do you wear lipstick? Do you wear any kind of...

A student works on her school projects during lunch in the media center. Students will be able to work on the new computers after spring break.

Technology is Beneficial For School

Kelleigh Hogan, Editor-in-Chief March 12, 2014

As new technology is becoming increasingly available and advanced, people begin to wonder about the use of it in all aspects of our lives. Some people argue that it’s making us more and more dependent...

The World of Stories and Fables Chapter 17

Katy Abbe, Columnist March 12, 2014

The dry scent of rotten grass and musty air slammed into me. I let out a groan and shot forward, blinking wildly in the dark. I gave my eyes a moment to adjust before I glanced around. We were in the same...

The Slam Jam Space Jam was fun for all who attended. The laser beam lights, smoke machine, and neon colors made it exciting for friends to be together listen to their favorite songs.

Morp: Slam Jam Space Jam

Kai Farley, Columnist March 11, 2014

MORP is a dance that was added to Horizon Honors’ social calendar to include the underclassmen during prom season. It provides another fun opportunity for students to enjoy each other’s company and...

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