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House Games schedule for Friday, May 13
House Games schedule for Friday, May 13
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
Seniors commit to sports, performing arts and the military as graduation is coming up.
Seniors commit to sports, performing arts and the military
prom invitation card
Student Council amends prom guest policy
The six students who represented Hayes in the BPA state competition on March 10 and 11.
Students compete at BPA state competition
Hayes High School
Hayes returns to a new normal
Kaitlyn and Liv
Talisman names new editors for the 2022-23 school year
Senior Wills Class of 2022
Senior Wills Class of 2022
Collage of memories
Seniors talk about their favorite high school memories
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) searches through universes in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. The film is now playing in theaters.
“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” is sometimes gleeful mixed bag
Student wears a spring fashion trend at Hayes.
Now trending: spring fashion at Hayes
Amleth (Alexander Skarsgård) trudges through battle in Robert Eggers The Northman. The film is now playing in theaters.
“The Northman” is masterful, brutal Viking epic
Evelyn Wang (Michelle Yeoh) faces down the multiverse in Everything Everywhere All at Once. The film is now playing in theaters.
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” is silly, beautiful modern classic
A player overlooks Liurnia of the Lakes in FromSoftwares Elden Ring. The game is now available on Playstation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Playstation 4, Xbox One and PC.
“Elden Ring” dazzles its way into the future of gaming
Columbus Crew Logo
The Columbus Crew season will be a rollercoaster ride
Girls lacrosse team
Hayes girls’ lacrosse team takes down Buckeye Valley
boys clapping
Track and Field comes out on top against Buckeye Valley and Delaware Christian
boy pitching
Boys’ baseball is defeated by Westerville South
Boy blocks ball
Boys’ volleyball falls short to Pickerington North
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
Artwork made by Isa Quilter demonstrating long-distance relationships.
Opinion: Why long-distance relationships build stronger bonds
A person runs away from a burning house. This is akin to the choice that many seniors have made this year to opt out of the House system.
Opinion: The idea to switch House to the end of the day has been a disaster
Self-diagnosis of mental illness is not just problematic, but it can be actually harmful.
Opinion: Self diagnosis of medical conditions can be problematic and even dangerous
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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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