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Hayes BPA participants pose with their awards after the regional competition.
Student from Hayes participate in BPA competition
Adam Haynes sits at his first city council meeting after being chosen to fill the membership position in February.
History teacher Adam Haynes selected to fill vacant City Council position
The new AP African American Studies course, offered by the College Board, is facing criticism from many states.
College Board releases AP African American Studies curriculum amid controversy
Neal Shusterman speaks to a group of students at Hayes High School. The author visited despite debates over school library books just a few days prior.
Author Neal Shusterman visits Delaware City Schools despite book banning controversy
A team of 5 Hayes students submitted an app for the NASA App Development Challenge in December. The team was named one of three global finalists on Feb 28.
Students reach new heights as NASA App Development Challenge finalists
Talisman Talks, Episode 20: Cooper Heald & Connor Dutton on boys lacrosse
Talisman Talks, Episode 20: Cooper Heald & Connor Dutton on boys lacrosse
Talisman Talks, Episode 19: March Madness Bracket
Talisman Talks, Episode 19: March Madness Bracket
NBA infographic
Opinion: The NBA media landscape needs change
The Pacers huddle before player introductions.
Boys’ basketball suffers tough loss in OHSAA district final
Expectations for using the weight room
Expectations for using the weight room
Popular tourist locations in Ohio
Popular tourist locations in Ohio
The best homework spots in Delaware
The best homework spots in Delaware
This February, watch these classic Rom Coms
This February, watch these classic Rom Coms
Heard in the Halls: February
Heard in the Halls: February
Dari Point
The search for Delaware’s greatest ice cream shop
students acting
Thespians complete production of “The SpongeBob Musical”
Thespians present The SpongeBob Musical
Thespians present “The SpongeBob Musical”
Members of Hayes Cinematics watch each others videos during class.
Film students produce movies for Hayes Cinematics
Students often feel especially stressed during junior year due to trying to balance post-high school preparation, challenging coursework, jobs and more.
Stressors of junior year
APES students work on their Fun Run project during 8th period class.
Hayes APES aims to make Delaware cleaner
SpaceX Chief Engineer Elon Musk, and others from SpaceX and NASA look at a version of a SpaceX spacesuit in Hawthorne, CA.
Opinion: Commercial space exploration is a bad omen for the future
Junior Chris Eden works on an assignment in Jim Biblers drawing class. Hayes has four full-time art teachers and offers over 20 different art courses.
Opinion: Art classes are vital in schools
Opinion: The growing concern of college violence
Opinion: The growing concern of college violence
Drawing of Tyre Nichols created after his death to pay tribute to his memory.
Opinion: Justice for Tyre Nichols also requires systemic changes to our policing system
A few doilies made by Kathi Gemperline, who said she would encourage others to learn to make handmade items.
Sweatshops and sustainability: how fast fashion harms us all
Talisman Talks, Episode 20: Cooper Heald & Connor Dutton on boys lacrosse
Talisman Talks, Episode 20: Cooper Heald & Connor Dutton on boys lacrosse
Talisman Talks, Episode 19: March Madness Bracket
Talisman Talks, Episode 19: March Madness Bracket
Talisman Talks, Episode 18: Aito Tatman & Ethan Terry on the SpongeBob Musical
Talisman Talks, Episode 18: Aito Tatman & Ethan Terry on the SpongeBob Musical
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 7: Pickle Pipher on Glee Club
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 7: Pickle Pipher on Glee Club
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 6: Calvin Riggs & Claire Stein on Hayes Ski Club
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 6: Calvin Riggs & Claire Stein on Hayes Ski Club
The Student News Organization for Rutherford B. Hayes High School

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The Student News Organization for Rutherford B. Hayes High School

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Amanda Stevens

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer

Amanda Stevens (she/her) is a senior at Hayes. This is her second year on the Talisman staff. She enjoys music, dancing, and also plays violin in symphony orchestra.

All content by Amanda Stevens
With many colleges currently test-optional, ACT or SAT scores are no longer necessary components of applications. However, this creates a challenge for some students who may be unsure of whether they should submit their scores.

Majority of colleges to stay test-optional: what this means for college-bound students

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
May 10, 2022
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
May 3, 2022
Easter Graphic

Easter traditions around the world

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
April 12, 2022
Click here to see more information on Hayes students and self-confidence.

Impostor Syndrome: Why you feel your success is ‘sus’

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
April 8, 2022

Self-Confidence and Imposter Phenomenon characteristics amongst Hayes students

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
April 8, 2022
Social media platforms are popular ways for people to bring attention to causes they care about. However, desired changes cant take place if claims of support are not followed by action.

Opinion: Effective activism requires commitment and cannot be secluded to social media

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
March 4, 2022
On March 2, juniors at Hayes will take the SAT test. In previous years, juniors took the ACT test instead.

The switch to the SAT: How juniors are studying for success on new test

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
February 28, 2022
DCS is one of the only districts in the county requiring masks for students grades K-12. Although N95 and KN95 masks are now recommended to best protect against Omicron, DCS does not require a specific type of face covering.

Pandemic Fatigue: Why we’re all tired of following health protocols

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
February 3, 2022
A guide to the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

A guide to the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
January 26, 2022
A Timeline of 2021

A Timeline of 2021

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
December 27, 2021
Math teacher Rachel Gordon helps sophomore Marcus Talley review Algebra.

Power Hour initiative provides students with homework help and additional learning opportunities

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
December 8, 2021
A student browses their phone during class. The use of devices in class has become an epidemic of sorts in Hayes.

Cell Phones in the Classroom

Andy Eyerman and Amanda Stevens
December 3, 2021
While many individuals think they can multitask successfully, research shows that doing any activities concurrently results in lost productivity.

The science of multitasking: why frequent phone usage during class is incompatible with learning

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
November 5, 2021
El Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a holiday celebrated from October 31-November 2.

A guide to El Día de los Muertos

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
October 29, 2021
Words to describe GSA, as brainstormed by members of the GSA club at Hayes.

GSA seeks to support and educate Hayes students

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
October 8, 2021
Banned Books Week is September 26-October 2. During that time, the Hayes library works to educate students on the importance of uncensored access to books.

Banned Books Week 2021

September 26, 2021
This map shows the percent of families in each state that can afford infant care. Of Ohio families, approximately 12% can afford infant care.

Opinion: it’s time to fix child care

September 10, 2021
Students head to class before the bell rings. There are five minutes between every class to allow students time to navigate the halls.

Hayes returns to nine period schedule

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
August 30, 2021
covid virus

Hayes students receive vaccines at school-hosted clinic

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
May 18, 2021
Covid 19: Cases & Vaccination Status by Age

Covid 19: Cases & Vaccination Status by Age

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
May 18, 2021
Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
May 4, 2021
Increased rates of racially motivated violence towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders nationwide during the pandemic have given rise to campaigns advocating for solidarity and the end of hate crimes against Asians.

Recent increase in violence against Asian Americans is part of a long history of discrimination

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
April 12, 2021
covid virus

Covid-19 vaccine availability and efficacy

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
April 6, 2021
Picture of bright phone screen in dark room

Revenge bedtime procrastination: is it to blame for students’ poor sleep?

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
March 10, 2021

Student sleeping habits survey results

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
March 10, 2021
Celebrate International Womens Day on March 8

Celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
March 5, 2021
A visual guide to the Lunar New Year

A visual guide to the Lunar New Year

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
February 4, 2021
Juniors across Ohio will be taking the ACT on March 9 as part of the state-funded testing initiative. The test day will look a little different this year due to the pandemic, though.

Juniors at Hayes prepare for upcoming ACT

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
January 29, 2021
Actors Maddie Ziegler and Kate Hudson are two stars of the new movie Music, directed by singer-songwriter Sia. Sia has faced criticism for casting able-bodied Ziegler in the role of an autistic teen.

Opinion: Sia’s ableism is not ‘Music’ to the ears

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
January 28, 2021
A side-by-side look at music streaming services

A side-by-side look at music streaming services

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
December 11, 2020
CVS temporary medical facilities

Multiple Covid-19 vaccines show promise while pandemic still rages

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
December 9, 2020
snapshot of voter turnout graphic

A timeline of voter turnout in the United States

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
November 9, 2020
clock photo

Permanent Daylight Saving Time: stop changing the clocks

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
November 6, 2020
students at lunch

DCS implements safety protocols to reduce virus risk for back to school

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
October 8, 2020
Chart - covid surface lifespan

Covid-19 surface survival

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
October 7, 2020
While many individuals think they can multitask successfully, research shows that doing any activities concurrently results in lost productivity.

The science of multitasking: why frequent phone usage during class is incompatible with learning

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
December 6, 2019
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