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The Hawk Talk

Sunrise on the reaping: Suzanne Collin’s successful prequels

May 29, 2025

Anyone involved in the book world has probably heard about the newest prequel to the notorious series “The Hunger Games”: “Sunrise on the Reaping”. Readers have wanted to learn more about Haymitch...

The Effectiveness of Educational Games

Jaiden Rossman and Emily McKinley May 29, 2025

You look up at the board as the podium is revealed. You squeeze your eyes almost shut and pray. Third place is spotlighted, then second, and your name is not up there. Panic sets in. Did you not answer...

Recent biopic castings reflect disturbing trends

Darius Bagherian, Editor-in-Chief May 29, 2025

In recent years, biographical films (biopics) have become almost a monthly staple across theaters. Encouraged by “Oppenheimer”’s Oscar sweep in 2024, directors and studios have found a cheat code...

How misogyny is killing us

Caroline Berry, Lifestyle Editor May 29, 2025

Over the past couple of months, Netflix’s “Adolescence” has shot to fame on the global stage. Set in 2025, the story follows Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy who is accused of and arrested for murdering...

Creativity thrives with Madison News Network

Gretchen Schmitt, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Anchors, writers and editors race to meet deadlines on the set of Madison News Network.The student-led broadcast journalism class produces a show that airs every black day Friday during Advisory. Each...

Scoring Big: The Transformation of Super Bowl Commercials

Maddy Lehman, Features Editor March 6, 2025

The Super Bowl is more than just a football game; it is an event that draws in millions every year. In addition to the excitement on the field, the commercials have also become a major part of the whole...

“Wicked” at its core: deconstructing the politics of Oz.

Varenya Rao-Mallela, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2025

Before Jon M. Chu’s “Wicked” (2024) was a record-breaking film grossing over $700 million worldwide, or even a hit Broadway musical, it was first an allegorical novel written by Gregory Maguire in...

Finding my time to yap: How I created a podcast

Molly Carrigan, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2025

Podcasts are the ultimate synergy of traditional media and 21st-century technology. Coined by journalist Ben Hammersley in 2004, the term “podcast” combines “broadcast” with the early 2000s sensation,...

Striking a chord: students immerse themselves in music industry

Kathleen Morrow, Features Editor January 16, 2025

It is not uncommon to hear about the endeavors, stresses or responsibilities of the typical high school student. Some, however, have unique pursuits; in this case, songwriting and performance. A number...

Jazz Band in Full Swing

Catherine McGuire, In-Depth Editor January 16, 2025

Amid the chatter in the hallways and ring of the school bells, the jazz band is making noise that echoes beyond the classroom walls. As the group gears up for the holiday performance season, members offer...

We don’t sleep on “Saturday Night”

Darius Bagherian, Editor-in-Chief January 16, 2025

Those anticipatory months of anxiously waiting for the next interval of your favorite show are often more engaging than the premier itself. You remember hearing when the show got renewed for another season,...

“Puffs” features fresh comedy and exciting cast of characters

Monica Wong, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

November came around, and many students grew excited for the fall production. There was a special air of thrill this year because the fall’s play would be the first MAD Drama show to be directed by new...

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