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With Friday's announcement that the fall talent show had been postponed, students at Hayes will have to wait a little longer to see their friends perform.
Talent show postponed until spring
Senior Maria Koloff sings the opening line in the Ridge House performance.
Ridge House wins lip sync battle, first House competition of 2024
Hurricane Helene made landfall on Thursday, September 26 in Florida's panhandle, but the storm's path moved north quickly, leaving behind a wide swath of destruction.
Hurricane Helene’s inland path causes widespread destruction
Safety tips in the weight room
Safety tips in the weight room
Students are now required to keep their phones in their backpacks throughout the school day.
Hayes reacts after a month with the new cell phone policy
The seniors stand together and pose a for a picture.
Lady’s soccer celebrates their senior night
Junior Simon Hering sprints towards the finish line.
Cross country team competes at Berlin meet
The senior players pose for a picture.
Girls’ volleyball gets big win over Westland on senior night
Senior Ally Dudley moves up eld to pass during an LPS game against Westland.
Lady Pacers soccer wins big at home against Westland
The seniors pose alongside their coaches before senior night ceremonies.
Tennis team wins on their Senior Night
Released on May 24, "Dark Times" is the sixth studio album of Vince Staples.
‘Dark Times’ proves to be a thoughtful masterpiece
The Crane Wives' 2024 album, Beyond Beyond Beyond, is filled with emotional vocals and lyrics and potent instrumentals.
The Crane Wives’ new album goes ‘Beyond Beyond Beyond’ expectations
Jandy Nelson's third novel, "When the World Tips Over," presents a tale of family, love and the struggles of life.
‘When the World Tips Over’ is a love letter to love
Movies you missed over the summer
Movies you missed over the summer
"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" brings another twist and the Deetz's story almost 40 years after the release date of the original.
Saying his name three times means looking for trouble: ‘Beetlejuice’ doesn’t need another movie
Tri-M, Key Club and Mock Trial are great examples of groups to join.
Looking to get involved? Here are some groups to check out
Selley is introduced to conduct the concert.
Orchestra program performs fall concert
Five things to help you get a good grade on your next test.
Easy-breezy studying tips: Homework without tears
There are many places to volunteer in Delaware like food banks, the Humane Society, Preservation Parks and Habitat for Humanity.
Places to volunteer in Delaware
Jimmy Carter waves from the steps of Air Force One. Carter is the longest living US President, now celebrating his 100th Birthday.
100 years with Jimmy Carter
Art created by AI plagiarizes human art and should be held legally responsible.
Opinion: AI art should be illegal
Western Media purposefully incites bias towards Islam to repress the Middle East.
Opinion: Western Media purposefully incites bias towards Islam to repress the Middle East
A mockup of Dream Chaser hangs next to a used Falcon 9 booster at the Kennedy Space Center. Both crafts have been used or designed as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program.
Opinion: Commercializing space is the key to the future
On July 1, 2024, former president Donald Trump was granted partial immunity from his criminal charges by the US Supreme Court.
Opinion: Trump V. U.S. marks an extreme failure in American democracy
Opinion: DSLR cameras are a better value than mirrorless
Opinion: DSLR cameras are a better value than mirrorless
Talisman Tunes Ep 5 Ft Ella Giorgi
Talisman Tunes Ep 5 Ft Ella Giorgi
Talisman Talks Shorts #3 - Dre Nelson
Talisman Talks Shorts #3 – Dre Nelson
Talisman Tunes Ep 4 Ft Liam Bryant
Talisman Tunes Ep 4 Ft Liam Bryant
Recap of annual lip sync battle for House
Recap of annual lip sync battle for House
Homecoming preview
Homecoming preview
The Student News Organization for Rutherford B. Hayes High School

The Talisman
The Student News Organization for Rutherford B. Hayes High School

The Talisman
Natalie Heckert

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor

Natalie Heckert (she/her) is a senior at Hayes, this is her second year on staff. She dances competitively at Performing Arts Dance Centre. In her free time, she likes to hang out with friends, listen to music, read, and sleep.

All content by Natalie Heckert
On Friday Sept. 27 seniors gathered for a meeting with Principal Rex Reeder and a representative from Jostens.

Senior meeting recap

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
October 2, 2024
Here are four albums to listen to and refresh old playlists.

New music to refresh your playlist

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
September 13, 2024
Returning assistant principal Shafer talks with the Welcome Center office personnel.

Jake Shafer returns home: Hayes’ new assistant principal

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
August 30, 2024
Computer science should be accessible for all and integrated with both the humanities and social sciences.

[Photo] Opinion: Computer science education needs a major update

Grace Metz, Editor-In-Chief
May 19, 2024
Teen Eco Summit teams create environmentally sustainable changes in the community.

It’s Earth Day every day: Teen Eco Summit

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
May 15, 2024
2024 Seniors sent in what they will be giving to underclassmen as they graduate from Hayes.

2024 Senior Wills

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
May 10, 2024
2024 Creative Writing Showcase

2024 Creative Writing Showcase

Grace Metz and Natalie Heckert
April 5, 2024
There are 6 new classes coming to Hayes next school year.

New courses at Hayes

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
March 18, 2024
Students in the NASA App Development Challenge meet and put their work together.

Students receive NASA App Development Challenge results

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
March 7, 2024
School makes it nearly impossible for students to create art due to testing, lack of self expression opportunities and burnout.

Opinion: School is a killer of students’ creativity

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
February 13, 2024
The different struggles of being in sports.

Opinion: Sports need to be more accessible

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
January 5, 2024
Last year's Winter Guard team prepares for the 2022 state competition.

Winter Guard returns for another season

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
December 5, 2023
Seasonal Affective Disorder can affect many people over the winter season.

Seasonal Depression: What it is and how to deal with it

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
November 16, 2023
Director Kelsey Wright preps scene with actors for "The Great Gatsby," which will be performed this weekend.

‘The Great Gatsby’ takes the Hayes stage

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
October 26, 2023
Senior Braley Howey uses the new E-Hallpass system to go to the office during a class period.

Opinion: E-Hallpasses aren’t as great as they seem

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
October 7, 2023
A florist's display at the farmers market.

The Delaware farmers’ market: Bringing attention to small businesses

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
September 15, 2023
Hozier's third studio album "Unreal Unearth" was released on August 18, 2023.

Hozier’s long-awaited album ‘Unreal Unearth’ shares a bewitching outlook on love

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
August 28, 2023
Pacer Rundown, Episode 3: Student-voted Impactful Teacher, Jake Shafer

Pacer Rundown, Episode 3: Student-voted Impactful Teacher, Jake Shafer

Collin Crisp, Mia Saksa, Natalie Heckert, and Wyatt Collins
May 22, 2023
Pacer Rundown, Episode 2: Student-voted Performing Artist of the Year, Ethan Terry

Pacer Rundown, Episode 2: Student-voted Performing Artist of the Year, Ethan Terry

Collin Crisp, Mia Saksa, Natalie Heckert, and Wyatt Collins
May 16, 2023
Pacer Rundown, Episode 1: Student-voted Athlete of the Year, Kaden Gannon

Pacer Rundown, Episode 1: Student-voted Athlete of the Year, Kaden Gannon

Collin Crisp, Mia Saksa, Natalie Heckert, and Wyatt Collins
April 28, 2023
Junior Chris Eden works on an assignment in Jim Bibler's drawing class. Hayes has four full-time art teachers and offers over 20 different art courses.

Opinion: Art classes are vital in schools

Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor
March 14, 2023
Members of the Multiple Perspectives Literature class participate in a discussion surrounding their weekly topic.

[Photo] Hayes offers new Multiple Perspectives class

Tiba Naser, Contributing Writer
December 5, 2022
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