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UHS Deans pictured reprimanding tardy students during seventh period.
Tardy Sweeps Prove to Be An Effective Method
Edson Guerra-Guerro and Robert Stage-Cooper performing "Happy Holidays."
Troupe 4848 Presents Winter Musical: White Christmas
Beta Club members Lara Jimenez and Ved Patel make labels for stockings for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House.
UHS Clubs Host Annual Holiday Donation Drives
SGA students pictured after loading donation items onto a truck for transportation.
SGA Gives Back This Thanksgiving Season
Senior Samantha Roberts performing as "Mother" on Tuesday, November 19th.
Troupe 4848 Wins Superior One Act With “Unclaimed”
The film Nosferatu has grossed over 100 million dollars worldwide, making it one of the most successful horror movies of 2024.
Nosferatu Remake Is A Gothic Horror Must-Watch
Wicked was won a Golden Globe for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement.
Wicked Musical Adaptation Dazzles Audience
This sequel has garnered 960 million dollars worldwide.
Disney Releases Hit Sequel Film Moana 2
Daddy's Head is now available on a wide range of streaming services such as Amazon Prime, AMC+, Apple TV, and Philo.
Daddy’s Head Explores the Terror of Grief
Tyler, The Creator recently announced his 2025 World Tour in support of his new album.
Is Chromakopia Album of The Year?
Sophomore player #3 Quais Hafid pictured during a game.
Varsity Boys Basketball Team Shows Off On the Court
Noam Davila pictured at a game against Gateway High School.
Varsity Girls Soccer Puts Their Best Foot Forward This Season
Girls Varsity Volleyball holds an overall record of 10-6.
Varsity Volleyball Shows Off Skills On the Court
UHS boys swim team pictured at Senior Night competition.
Varsity Swimming Celebrates Senior Night
UHS runners pictured at West Orange meet (9/14).
Cross Country Team Competes At West Orange
James Earl Carter Jr. was born on October 1st, 1924 in Plains, Georgia.
Remembering Our 39th President: Jimmy Carter’s Legacy
A 2023 survey found that half of Americans indicated they believe national news organizations "intend to mislead, misinform or persuade the public to adopt a particular point of view through their reporting."
Looking For Reliable News Sources?
99% of US households now subscribe to at least one or more streaming services.
Are Streaming Services the New Cable TV?
Students enjoyed a field trip that included a visit to a construction site.
Construction Career Day: Another Option For High School Graduates
Viera High School's football team engages in practice.
The Hazards of Hazing
JV Football Against Windermere
JV Football Against Windermere
West Orange Invitational
West Orange Invitational
Girls Volleyball Against East River
Girls Volleyball Against East River
Back to School Spirit Week
Back to School Spirit Week
Asian Festival
President-Elect Donald Trump pictured at a Manhattan Courthouse awaiting trial.
Donald Trump Makes History As the First Convicted Felon In Office
As of January 8th, California has reported 38 cases of H5N1 avian influenza, Washington state 11, and Colorado 10.
First Bird Flu Death in U.S. Reported in Louisiana
Donald Trump and Lara Trump pictured together at a primary election party night.
Lara Trump Steps Down As RNC Co-Chair
Joe Biden greeting his son Hunter at the Democratic national convention.
Hunter Biden Pardon Incites Bipartisan Unease
Protesters hold up signs that read "Step down President Yoon Suk Yeol" as people and lawmakers attend a rally in Seoul. Credit: REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji.
South Korean President Yoon Attempts Military Coup Of Government
Under Florida Law, schools do not have to teach sex education to students.
OCPS Introduces Sex Education Plan Outlining Abstinence
On July 10th, The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.
Don’t Save the SAVE Act
Is Marvel Dead? A Closer look at the Franchise's Current State
Is Marvel Dead? A Closer look at the Franchise’s Current State
Gov. DeSantis pictured during speech on new social media bill.
Florida’s Social Media Bill: Is 16 The Right Age?
Taylor Swift takes a selfie with fans during her Eras Tour
Women’s Interests Are Not Taken Seriously

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UHS News
UHS Deans pictured reprimanding tardy students during seventh period.
Tardy Sweeps Prove to Be An Effective Method
Sima Sakalla, Staff Writer • January 16, 2025

       Tardiness has been an ongoing issue at UHS, but a new process called “Tardy Sweeps” has been introduced to encourage students...

Edson Guerra-Guerro and Robert Stage-Cooper performing "Happy Holidays."
Troupe 4848 Presents Winter Musical: White Christmas
Isabel Reymann, Staff Writer • December 20, 2024

     From December 12th to the 15th University High School performed their annual winter musical, White Christmas. White Christmas was a heartfelt,...

Beta Club members Lara Jimenez and Ved Patel make labels for stockings for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House.
UHS Clubs Host Annual Holiday Donation Drives
Dianaliz Morales, Staff Writer • December 20, 2024

   University High School clubs have begun their annual holiday drives. These collection drives aim to bring joy and support to families and...

Sports
Sophomore player #3 Quais Hafid pictured during a game.
Varsity Boys Basketball Team Shows Off On the Court
Andy Avila, Staff Writer • January 17, 2025

   The Varsity boys basketball team currently holds a 8-5 record with their last game being against Boone. Their most notable wins are against...

Entertainment
The film Nosferatu has grossed over 100 million dollars worldwide, making it one of the most successful horror movies of 2024.
Nosferatu Remake Is A Gothic Horror Must-Watch
Isabel Reymann, Staff Writer • January 14, 2025

    A remake of the 1922 gothic horror film Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror was released to audiences on Christmas day. The original film was...

Editorial
Under Florida Law, schools do not have to teach sex education to students.
OCPS Introduces Sex Education Plan Outlining Abstinence
Cricket Wainman, Staff Writer • October 24, 2024

   Orange County Public Schools has scrapped its old sex education plans and is now planning on using a 600-page document centering around...

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