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Houses compete in Ice Games
Houses compete in Ice Games
The school’s mid-year winter House Games competition, the Ice Games, is scheduled for Dec. 18.
Anticipation leads up to Ice Games
Hayes Players Chamber Orchestra and Symphonic Winds & Brass join Symphonic Choir on stage for Hallelujah Chorus.
Choirs perform in annual holiday concert
Fowles conducts the Hayes Symphonic Band during their playing of "Minor Alterations: Christmas Through The Looking Glass."
Bands from across district participate in the All-City Band Concert
Students from this year's NASA App Development Challenge team work together to put the finishing touches on this year's submission.
NASA App Development Team prepares for project submission
The College Football National Championship will be held January 20 in Atlanta, Georgia.
College Football Playoff Preview
Pacer swimmers support their teammates during the diving portion of the meet.
Boys and girls swim takes on Marysville during Senior Day
Girls' basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Girls’ basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Elise Buckerfield walks with her family during the 2024 Lady Pacers Soccer senior day.
Lady Pacer Elise Buckerfield shares her experience as a student athlete
2024 Athlete Profile - Chaz Sakala
2024 Athlete Profile – Chaz Sakala
Moana 2 is a beautiful disaster, featuring new characters without much development.
Moana 2 is just another movie Disney is using to stay afloat
"The Accident" was released on Nov. 29 and is the indie duo's seventh album.
‘Good Morning’s’ style shines through in new album
Hazel Hayes' sophomore novel "Better by Far" touches on hard topics of toxic love, heartbreak and grief in unique ways.
‘Better by Far’ flawlessly articulates loss and recovery
Rapper Kendrick Lamar leans against the trunk of a 1987 Buick Grand National Experimental, also known as the GNX, which calls back to the title of the album.
‘GNX:’ More than just a hip-hop album
"Wicked" was a beautiful rendition of the beloved Broadway show.
‘Wicked’ was a relief to musical lovers
Combo 2 dancers line up together.
PADC performs holiday show for charity
Get to know the Talisman students' favorite holiday traditions.
Talisman staff’s holiday favorites
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium presents the 2024 Wildlights.
Columbus Zoo Wildlights
The tree in front of Amatos' Woodfired Pizza is lit as part of an annual tradition in downtown Delaware.
Community celebrates holiday traditions at First Friday
The Hayes Food Pantry is always accepting donations. Students who are interested in utilizing the Pantry should talk with their counselor.
Food drives work to address hunger issues
A different and cheaper, but no less caring, way to get gifts for others.
Opinion: Ways to spend less during the holidays
What if the Soviet Union won the Space Race?
Opinion: The beauty and danger of alternate history
According to a survey of over 440 students at Hayes, 9 in 10 students believe school starts too early.
Opinion: Sleep deprivation at Hayes isn’t the students’ fault
Political propaganda constantly spreads misinformation about puberty blockers and it has become very harmful.
Opinion: Stop the demonization of puberty blockers
RFK Jr.'s political, medical and environmental beliefs don't benefit the people of the U.S.
Opinion: RFK Jr. is a plague on U.S. politics
Talisman Tunes Ep 8 Ft Ben Feller
Talisman Tunes Ep 8 Ft Ben Feller
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
The topic for Craft Corner #3 is Day of the Dead.
Craft Corner #3 Featuring Alyssa Petsche
2024 Athlete Profile - Chaz Sakala
2024 Athlete Profile – Chaz Sakala
Talisman Talks #6 - Kyle Sanson
Talisman Talks #6 – Kyle Sanson
The Student News Organization for Rutherford B. Hayes High School

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

The Talisman
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 can't 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

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
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

Amanda Stevens, Staff Writer
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 Women's 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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