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

Features

Present-Day Paperbacks

Carsten Oyer, Editor-in-Chief November 9, 2019

You have probably been reading classic books since the beginning of your education. Books such as “To Kill A Mockingbird” or “A Tale of Two Cities” have been around for long enough, and have discussed...

Bella Raos sweet sixteen.

A Very Sweet Sixteen

Bella Rao, Columnist November 8, 2019

In many North American cultures, turning 16 is a big part of a young girl’s life. Usually, a party is thrown, which can range from a small house party with family only, to huge events with a DJ and expensive...

Saving the planet, one tree at a time.

Mr. Beast Speaks for the Trees

Cameron Foley, Features & Extras Editor November 8, 2019

Internet personality and viral YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, who goes by “Mr. Beast” online, was recently challenged to plant 20 million trees when he reached 20 million subscribers. In order to achieve...

The Details of Disney+

Isabel Kasathsko, Columnist November 4, 2019

Lately, Disney seems to always be buying other filming companies and expanding. Some companies that Disney has bought are ABC, Marvel, Pixar, and The History Channel. Over the past few years, Disney has...

Nothing says fall like DIY pumpkins.

Pumpkin Perfection

Carsten Oyer, Editor-in-Chief November 2, 2019

Everyone knows that pumpkins are one of the classic symbols of fall. We use them for Halloween decorations, food sources, and even facial masks. Now, using materials as simple as yarn, you can make adorable...

Fear can block us from many activities, even ones we can do in our sleep.

An Internal Impasse

Kalyn McLeod, Managing Editor November 2, 2019

Mental blocks are a huge challenge for all athletes, and they are certainly difficult to overcome. But first, what is a mental block? Amy Rew with Believe Perform explains that “a mental block can be...

These little brigadeiros are sure to be a spooky treat at any party.

“Monster-fully” Crafted Brigadeiros

Kalyn McLeod, Managing Editor October 26, 2019

Halloween is coming quickly, and along with it comes Halloween parties. From decorations to costumes, Halloween parties put you in a seriously spooky mood. However, the food is always the key factor of...

You cant go wrong with something as good as pasta.

Pasta La Vista, Baby!

Jolie Flack, Columnist October 26, 2019

Anyone who likes a good chicken alfredo will be glad to know that Friday, October 25, is World Pasta Day. There’s no better way to celebrate than by making spaghetti! Ingredients: 1 12-ounce...

An image of Black Sigatoka disease.

Black Sigatoka: The Banana Butcher

Ben Geist, Columnist September 27, 2019

The banana, one of America's favorite fruits, is approaching extinction. “Banana production as it stands is facing an existential crisis,” said Dan Bebber, a plant and disease specialist at the University...

Simply Sorbets

Helena Ochoa, Columnist May 24, 2019

Sorbets are quick and easy to make and a delicious treat to eat. There are countless types you can make with different combinations of fruit. The steps to creating one at home are incredibly simple. Lemon...

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