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Students phones placed in the phone jail following Ohio's new law.
Ohio legislature strengthens phone ban
New signage and decorations have been added to the LRC this year.
Hayes library makes changes for the new school year
Save the date for fall events
Save the date for fall events
Blue Angel #5 reaches Mach 1.
The Blue Angels bring their show tricks to Columbus
The Grand Pacer Marching Band plays their "Girl in Red" show for their home crowd.
Grand Pacer Marching Band welcomes new staff
Senior Colin Waselko prepares to make the save.
Boys’ soccer beats Kilbourne in 2-1 victory
Seniors Maximo Morales and Zack Sanson watch as their pairings finish putting.
Boys’ golf loses match against Desales
Senior Lizzy Gould celebrates with her team after a point.
Girls’ volleyball loses in close match-up against Worthington Kilbourne
Seniors Ty Huff and Isaac Isenbarger and Junior Owen Marsch watch from the sideline.
Boys’ soccer falls short to Big Walnut
Hayes captains go to the coin toss.
Football loses Week 1 to Buckeye Valley
Book recommendations to get you out of a reading slump
Book recommendations to get you out of a reading slump
Summer Blockbusters
Summer Blockbusters
Released on April 25, "Black Samson The Bastard Swordsman" is a collaboration album between the Wu-Tang Clan and producer Mathematics.
“Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman” continues the Wu-Tang legacy
Here's some fast-paced books to add to summer reading lists!
Books to read over the summer
In the first episode of Melvin’s Misadventures, Melvin goes on an Easter adventure.
Melvin’s Misadventures: Episode 1
Senior Chloe Titus is involved in activities such as cross country and Young Life.
26 for ’26: Chloe Titus
New art teacher Whitney Farrell helps a student with an assignment.
Whitney Farrell joins art department at Hayes
These are just some of the best options for the colleges that offer some key majors.
Best colleges for top majors
The new age of milk
The new age of milk
Spotlight on Talisman Seniors
Spotlight on Talisman Seniors
Roblox continues to ignore users' complaints to focus on making as much money as they can.
Opinion: Roblox administration puts profit over protection
The school’s walls have a large amount of bare space that would benefit from student art.
Opinion: The school should have more art on the walls
Spotify's policies on AI-generated music are increasing distrust with users.
Opinion: Spotify needs to revise its policies on AI music generation
Simulations for government processes can be a valuable learning tool for education.
Opinion: The value of government sims in education
The book community has slowly been growing more toxic on multiple platforms.
Opinion: The reading community is getting toxic
Changes to House for the 2025-2026 school year
Changes to House for the 2025-2026 school year
Talisman Talks #3 Ft. Carson Stroupe, Zach Sanson, Carter Lycans, and Anthony Koloff
Talisman Talks #3 Ft. Carson Stroupe, Zach Sanson, Carter Lycans, and Anthony Koloff
Talisman Talks #2 Ft. Kensie Cudia, & Madison Manwaring
Talisman Talks #2 Ft. Kensie Cudia, & Madison Manwaring
Talisman Talks #1 Ft. Favour Akih, Caleb Rowe, & Caleb Christian
Talisman Talks #1 Ft. Favour Akih, Caleb Rowe, & Caleb Christian
Talisman Tunes Ep 18: Introducing our new hosts
Talisman Tunes Ep 18: Introducing our new hosts
The Student News Organization for Rutherford B. Hayes High School

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

The Talisman
Vivian Kumpf

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor

Vivian Kumpf (she/her) is a junior at Hayes. She is a member of Symphonic Choir, Hayes Singers, Pacer Tennis, Trashy Totes, and Hayes Thespians. In her free time she likes to listen to music, paint, spend time with her friends, and travel. This is her second year on staff.

All content by Vivian Kumpf
Senior Chloe Titus is involved in activities such as cross country and Young Life.

26 for ’26: Chloe Titus

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
September 16, 2025
Dara Gillis uses the piano as a medium to help teach her students.

Gillis leaves a legacy in wake of her retirement

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
May 22, 2025
As seniors in Hayes Choir finish their journey, they reflect on their experience in the program.

Senior Spotlight: Choir program

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
May 8, 2025
On April 11, Hayes held their annual Prom for juniors and seniors hosted by StuCo.

A Night in Paris: Prom and student council

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
April 30, 2025
A year has passed since Academic Options and the no-phone policy have been implemented.

Reflecting on a year with AO and the cell phone policy

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
March 19, 2025
Cate Artemus poses for a picture in the Tracer mascot costume.

Under the horse head: Cate Artemus reins in school spirit

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
February 19, 2025
Anonymous Valentine's notes compiled from a survey of students at Hayes.

Missed Connections: Secret Admirer

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
February 14, 2025
Once the election is over, the president elect and current president must efficiently change places.

The Presidential Inauguration: What you should know

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
January 17, 2025
Get to know the Talisman students' favorite holiday traditions.

Talisman staff’s holiday favorites

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
December 16, 2024
"Wicked" was a beautiful rendition of the beloved Broadway show.

‘Wicked’ was a relief to musical lovers

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
December 11, 2024
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

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
December 6, 2024
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

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
November 26, 2024
Five things to help you get a good grade on your next test.

Easy-breezy studying tips: Homework without tears

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
October 17, 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

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
October 4, 2024
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

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
September 17, 2024
Get Involved! Underage Politics

Get Involved! Underage Politics

Vivian Kumpf, Managing Editor
September 8, 2024
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