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A student holds a hall pass to walk in the hallway during a class period.
High school institutes new hall pass policy
Cadets put up the American flag.
AFJROTC Program Prepares for Drill Season
A pile of Delaware City Schools lanyards sit on a table. Lanyards are now required at all times for students and staff at Hayes High School.
Hayes ditches dress code, lanyards take forefront
As the new school year starts, many state legislatures and school boards are implementing anti-LGTBQ+ policies.
Anti-LGBTQ+ bills go into effect in schools across the country
Many Hayes students who enroll in CCP classes do so at Columbus State Delaware Campus.
Participation in College Credit Plus program increases at Hayes
Master Sergeant Worstell talks to the cadets during their ROTC class period.
ROTC provides opportunities for students at Hayes
Many Hayes students who enroll in CCP classes do so at Columbus State Delaware Campus.
Differences between AP classes and CCP classes
What did Hayes students do over summer break?
What did Hayes students do over summer break?
DCS logo
Hayes welcomes 15 new staff members to the building this year
girl at desk
Q&A with senior school board student representative Meg Wolf
Normal People by Sally Rooney brings a different perspective to the romance genre.
Sally Rooney’s ‘Normal People’ brings a different perspective to the romance genre
Check out what movies teachers watched over the summer
Check out what movies teachers watched over the summer
Talisman Talks, Episode 7: Kendal Philibin & Myah Byers on the girls soccer season
Talisman Talks, Episode 7: Kendal Philibin & Myah Byers on the girls soccer season
Talisman Talks, Episode 6: Brent Carson on Delaware history
Talisman Talks, Episode 6: Brent Carson on Delaware history
‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ is worth the watch
Talisman Talks, Episode 7: Kendal Philibin & Myah Byers on the girls soccer season
Talisman Talks, Episode 7: Kendal Philibin & Myah Byers on the girls soccer season
Players enter the field.
Football takes win over Westerville North
NFL 2022 Season Preview
NFL 2022 Season Preview
Junior Samuel Junior Rosa works around a defender.
Varsity boys’ soccer team wins against Groveport on Sept 9
Freshman Claire Davis watches as her teammates block the ball.
Delaware Hayes girls’ volleyball beats Franklin Heights 3-0
Students at Hayes learn about all sorts of academic topics, but many practical skills are missing.
Opinion: Hayes should offer more practical elective classes for students
Gun violence protesters stand on the steps of the Colorado State Capitol on March 28 brandishing signs. The protests come after repeated acts of mass violence using firearms.
Opinion: Gun violence is an everyone issue
Is summer break or year round school more beneficial for students.
Opinion: Summer Break vs. Year Round School
girl waiting
Opinion: The wait for mental health services is excessive
Prom venue where the Prom King and Queen are traditionally announced.
Opinion: Prom should be inclusive for all, gender labels no more
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Tara (Jenna Ortega) reacts in horror as she receives a phone call from serial killer Ghostface in Scream (2022). The film is now playing in theaters.

‘Scream (2022)’ marks a return to brilliant meta form for the franchise

Noah Sparkman, Editor-in-Chief • February 9, 2022

It’s requel time. “Scream (2022)” is the first new installment in the franchise in 11 years, and features returning cast members Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette as well as new faces...

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A man watches his television, clearly very bored. This reflects the feeling that many people have now while watching award shows, and is a key reason why they are losing relevance.

Opinion: If award shows do not evolve, it is time for them to fade away

Noah Sparkman, Editor-in-Chief • January 25, 2022

It’s time to let old things die. The relevancy of award shows has been questioned for a long while now. Amid many controversies like the criticism of a lack of diversity (#OscarsSoWhite) or issues with...

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Christmas classics hold a place in the hearts of our teachers and many others

Your Hayes teachers favorite classic Christmas movies

Mikalah Kostalas, Staff Writer • December 10, 2021

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2021 Grammy Highlights

2021 Grammy Highlights

Marissa Dulay, Staff Writer • April 20, 2021
Missed the Grammys? Check out this graphic of must-see awards and performances.
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Students give their predictions for 2021 GRAMMYs

Students give their predictions for 2021 GRAMMYs

Marissa Dulay, Staff Writer • March 11, 2021
The 2021 GRAMMYs will air on Sunday, March 14. Here's who the nominees are for several categories and who Hayes students think will win.
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podcast recommendations

12 podcasts to listen to right now

Brynn McGrail, Managing Editor • March 5, 2021

Podcasts are great for learning or just being entertained. And there’s a podcast out there for everyone. But there are just so many, so here are some of my highly approved, top-pick shows. You may not...

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Welcome to Jacksonville!

Welcome to Jacksonville!

Jackson Collins, Director of Visuals • February 19, 2021
Welcome to Jacksonville! is a repeating comic strip created by Talisman staff member Jackson Collins.
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Gardner (Foxx) and 22 (Fey) gaze upon Earth from The Great Ahead.

‘Soul’ is brilliant effort from Pixar that brings studio back to its best

Noah Sparkman, Editor-in-Chief • January 15, 2021

What is your purpose? This is the question posed by Pixar’s latest animated feature “Soul," directed by Pete Docter, and starring Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. Pixar has long been known as a studio whose...

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Albums to check out this month

Albums to check out this month

Hylah Phillips, Staff Writer • December 30, 2020
Need some new music? Here are a few ideas for albums to check out.
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Fashion trends to watch for this winter

Fashion trends to watch for this winter

Teagan Knutson, Photographer • December 26, 2020
Could your wardrobe could use a little inspiration? Check out these fashion trends.
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Alex Trebek at 2019 Daytime Emmy Awards.

In memory of Alex Trebek

Maddie Wells, Staff Writer • December 22, 2020
Alex Trebek's death last month made headlines worldwide. Here's a look at some of his major accomplishments.
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Holiday gift ideas

Holiday gift ideas

Teagan Knutson, Photographer • December 22, 2020
No clue what to buy for your favorite student? Check out this interactive graphic for some fun ideas.
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