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Students gathered in the gymnasium for the fair.
Career Fair Helps Students Pursue Their Own Path
Prism flyer pictured above.
Students Perform In Annual Prism Showcase
Prom King Christopher Garcia dances at prom.
A Night of Elegance; A Royale Affair Prom 2025
Mr. Jay Dunn, who is leaving at the end of the school year, directs the Winter chorus Concert.
UHS Chorus Wraps Year with Heartfelt Performances 
Coach Carrington pictured in front of the UHS bleachers.
Football Team Welcomes Coach Carrington to the Cougar Family
Rebirth is the seventh film and sixth sequel in the extensive Jurassic Park franchise.
Jurassic World: Rebirth Serves As A Satisfactory Sequel
"The Pitt" is available to stream on Max and Roku.
Hit Medical Drama The Pitt Is Well Worth the Watch
A Minecraft Movie has surpassed $800 million in global box office revenue.
A Minecraft Movie Is A Fun and Frivolous Watch
PIctured above is a behind-the-scenes look at the highly anticipated Stardust Racers ride.
Universal Orlando Presents Highly Anticipated Park: Epic Universe
This joint tour has garnered over $108 million so far.
Tyler, the Creator Headlines Orlando With Chromakopia tour
Flag Football Team Further Develops Their Skills This Season
Flag Football Team Further Develops Their Skills This Season
Varsity Boys Baseball Keeps Swinging This Spring
Varsity Boys Baseball Keeps Swinging This Spring
Girls softball players celebrate during a recent game.
Softball Team Pushes Forward with Determination
Girls Track and Field Shows Great Stride in Improvement
Girls Track and Field Shows Great Stride in Improvement
Boys Track and Field Team pictured on the move during a meet.
Boys Track Team Races Toward Florida State Championship
In the U.S. an estimated 11.4% of children have ever been diagnosed with ADHD, and 6% of adults have a current diagnosis. (CDC)
Discoveries In ADHD Research Lead to Breakthroughs In Treatment
This indispensable current flows clockwise from west to east across Antarctica. It is the world's only global current.
The World’s Strongest Ocean Current at Risk of Failure
Students in Sarasota pictured protesting DeSantis signing of DEI legislation.
DEI Program Ban Will Affect Employment on a National Scale
My aunt's home after returning to Gaza City, destroyed by Israeli airstrikes.
Palestinians Return Home to Mass Destruction
James Earl Carter Jr. was born on October 1st, 1924 in Plains, Georgia.
Remembering Our 39th President: Jimmy Carter’s Legacy
Boys Waterpolo
Boys Waterpolo
Varsity Softball
Varsity Softball
Varsity Flag Football
Varsity Flag Football
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Varsity Volleyball
Boys Varsity Volleyball
National Guard seen on the National Mall, a popular tourist spot.
National Guard Deployed to Washington D.C.
An Indian soldier on the bank of Dal Lake in Srinagar, India.
India–Pakistan Diplomatic Crisis Escalates Further
Satellite high school students rally in support of Ms. Calhoun.
Teacher Fired After Using Student’s Preferred Name
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is facing growing backlash over allegations involving the Hope Florida scandal.
Florida House Abruptly Ends Probe into DeSantis Admin
Photo released by the Vatican reveals the Pope resting at his funeral.
Vatican Announces the Passing of Pope Francis
Candace Falls visits the grave of her daughter Nevaeh Crain and granddaughter Lillian Faye Broussard in Buna, Texas.
Abortion Ban Places The Lives of Women In Jeopardy
Sammy Lahik, 18, died in a car crash on March 1st.
Tragic Orlando Crashes Claim Young Lives, Urging Safe Driving
If made HHS secretary, Kennedy could rollback vaccine efforts across the country.
RFK Jr. Is Not Only Unqualified; He’s Dangerous.
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

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Jaden Deo

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer

   Jaden Deo is currently a junior at UHS and a second year staff writer at the Torch. He loves history and enjoys playing video games during his free time. His all time favorite hobbies are napping and listening to music.

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Flag Football Team Further Develops Their Skills This Season

Flag Football Team Further Develops Their Skills This Season

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
April 6, 2025
Competition Cheer team preparing for their impending State Championship.

Competition Cheer Team Places Second in State Championship

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
February 21, 2025
Florida's Attorney General, Ashley Moody speaking at a press conference with Governor Ron DeSantis.

DeSantis Appoints Attorney General as U.S. Senator

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
January 31, 2025
Thousands of homes in the Shigaste region have been destroyed by deadly earthquake.

Record Breaking Tibetan Earthquake Causes Devastation

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
January 11, 2025
Members of the NYPD investigating the crime scene outside the Hilton Hotel in midtown Manhattan.

UnitedHealthcare CEO Assassinated By Unknown Suspect

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
December 8, 2024
On November 5th, Floridians will vote in favor or against Amendment 4.

DeSantis’ Lawyer Resigns Due To Pro-Choice Pushback

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
October 25, 2024
The aftermath in Horseshoe Beach, Florida following Hurricane Helene.

Helene Wreaks Havoc Across the Southeast

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
October 7, 2024
Meet the Teacher: Mr. Jonathan Scharr

Meet the Teacher: Mr. Jonathan Scharr

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
October 2, 2024
Helping the Homeless club meets on a monthly basis.

HTH Club Hosts Sandwich Food Drive

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
September 24, 2024
Student Spotlight: HOSA Officer Niki Jansari

Student Spotlight: HOSA Officer Niki Jansari

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
September 4, 2024
Meet the Teacher: Ms. Jessica Flores-Alvarez

Meet the Teacher: Ms. Jessica Flores-Alvarez

Jaden Deo, Staff Writer
August 26, 2024
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