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The Horizon Sun

Student News for Horizon Honors Secondary School

The Horizon Sun

Student News for Horizon Honors Secondary School

The Horizon Sun

Xander Sharpe, Columnist

Xander Sharpe is a seventh grader in his first year at Horizon Honors and in Journalism, and he is very excited to experience both. In his free time, Sharpe loves to make slime, read books, watch YouTube, play video games, and play with his dog, Lucas. He is also very interested in marine biology and marine sciences. Sharpe hopes for everyone as well as himself to have a successful year in Journalism.

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Whale Crisis in Japan

Xander Sharpe, Columnist
June 6, 2018

“Solo” Stands Alone

Minor spoilers in the last paragraph for “Solo: A Star Wars Story.”
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
May 31, 2018

Rescue the Reef

Xander Sharpe, Columnist
May 4, 2018

Let’s Get Thinking

Xander Sharpe, Columnist
March 15, 2018

Sweet & Spicy Watermelon Bites

These watermelon bites will leave your taste buds bursting with a juicy and sweet yet spicy flavor that is sure to leave you satisfied.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
March 7, 2018

Let’s Go USA!

Xander Sharpe, Columnist
February 16, 2018

Violence Linked to Video Games?

Violent video games are constantly being blamed for causing aggression in children and teens, but these claims may not be as true as we think.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
January 31, 2018

Superbowl Creates Super Economy

The Super Bowl is one of the most anticipated events of the year, especially for the cities hosting them.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
January 27, 2018

Classics Ruined by Their TV Counterparts

There have been numerous live remakes of classic movies such as “A Christmas Story,” “Grease,” and “Hairspray,” which shouldn’t have been made.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
December 22, 2017

Study Tips for Finals

The dreaded finals are almost upon us, and if you want to ace them, then I suggest you pay attention to these study tips.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
December 18, 2017

Is Amazon Key the Key to Stopping Package Thieves?

There has been a continuous wave of criminals stealing Amazon packages off porches. The Amazon Key is supposedly going to prevent it, but there are concerns that other problems will arise.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
December 8, 2017

Pa-Rum-Pa-Pum-Puppies!

Christmas may seem like the perfect time to get a puppy, but any pending puppy owner should be aware of the pros and cons of owning one.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
December 1, 2017
Gazpacho on Thanksgiving doesn't sound traditional, but that doesn't make it any less delicious.

Who You Calling Turkey?

Xander Sharpe, Columnist
November 20, 2017

“Pay to Win” Video Games are Taking Over the Gaming World

Many video games these days have a new feature commonly called “pay to win” and most players are highly disappointed with it.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
November 19, 2017

Stranger Things Season Two is “Totally Tubular”

(Warning: major spoilers ahead!) The second season of the hit show “Stranger Things” is a great adventure that has new lovable characters and an inventive plot. It even includes some nostalgic 80’s Easter eggs.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
November 3, 2017

Let’s Get Magical!

Harry Potter Club is one of the newest clubs at Horizon Honors and is satisfyingly similar to the “Harry Potter” universe.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
October 29, 2017
A spiderweb decoration is sure to be a hit at your Halloween party.

Caught in a Web

This spooky project is slightly easier if you can recruit a friend, making for a fun crafting session.
Xander Sharpe, Columnist
October 6, 2017
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