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Read Madeline Hollander's opinion piece on the Hul

Read Madeline Hollander's opinion piece on the Hulu series, "A Teacher" that breaks down multiple gender and relationship stereotypes:

"Another toxic societal belief that 'A Teacher' challenges is that men cannot be raped or (sexually) abused because they are more strong, and should just stand up for themselves against their attacker, or even worse—they should just “enjoy it.” This false belief is incredibly harmful and stems from outdated gender norms that men cannot be victims. Thus, resulting in countless men and boys rarely coming forward about their experiences of abuse because they are ashamed and embarrassed."

Read the full story using the link in bio.

AAPS Board of Education has released target dates

AAPS Board of Education has released target dates for returning to schools in the hybrid model, including high schools:

"This from the board came after a week of chaos that started with the board’s Feb. 17 meeting, where Trustee Susan Basskett proposed changing the district's original reopening plan. The plan, which was altered multiple times throughout the meeting, would have kept all students virtual for the remainder of the year, except for a vaguely defined group of kids with 'the greatest needs,' who would return in person by March 22," reports staff writer Ari Job.

Read the details and the opinions of AAPS and state community members using the link in bio.

In an email sent out today, Superintendent Swift a

In an email sent out today, Superintendent Swift announced that tomorrow, Feb. 16th would be a district "virtual snow day" as a personal wellness day:

"Snow days are opportunities for children, young people, and adults to play in the snow, read books, take a break, and enjoy the winter season. These days are unexpected opportunities to make memories, to have fun and to celebrate community. We don't want to lose them," she said.

Photo courtesy of MLive.

Read Editor-in-Chief Clare Hong's editorial which

Read News Editor Bella Montagno's story on the ris

Read News Editor Bella Montagno's story on the rise of interest in psychics during Covid:

“Nobody’s freaking out and asking if they’re gonna get sick,” StJohn said. “A lot of people are calling more with anxiety related issues, than fear based issues, because they’re sitting in their houses, they’re not working, the money’s not coming in, they can’t go out and about, they can’t see their friends, their boyfriends, so there’s that level of off-energy happening.”

Use the link in bio to read her article.

Read Ari Jacob's story on the rising home prices i

Read Ari Jacob's story on the rising home prices in Ann Arbor and the impact on residents and workers:

“For me, it really has become one of the most important issues that we’re dealing with,” said Ann Arbor City Council member Julie Grand (D-Ward 4). “I would say it’s probably the most challenging issue that we’re dealing with on council and as a community.”

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Oliver Schramm is a senior at Pioneer. “Sports

Oliver Schramm is a senior at Pioneer.

“Sports have been one of my main interests since elementary school. My dad would always be watching sports, and I attended Saint Louis Cardinals games with him. Going to the games, seeing sports in the newspaper, and playing baseball really just engrossed me in the world of sports. As I got older, tendonitis made my baseball playing days more difficult. I stopped playing in eighth grade, tried football a year after, and eventually landed on lacrosse. I love the sport, but I also found other endeavors within the world of sports. Hockey commentating with Arbor broadcasting has really been one of the more formative experiences in the past couple years for me. A couple friends and I started a sports podcast as well. These activities helped me put myself out there and be introduced into a passion for media. Sports also taught me the importance of community and has certainly made me more conversational."

Read Oliver’s full feature using the link in bio!

Kaitlyn Fa is a senior at Pioneer. “I’ve been

Kaitlyn Fa is a senior at Pioneer.

“I’ve been described as light-hearted but simultaneously hard-working. I used to feel more in tune with the second half of that description. I often let myself get a little too serious and detail oriented. I never really understood the first part until a certain day Junior year. I was in Sean Sabo’s class, and we did this Valentine’s Day activity where we described each other’s favorite traits. I had always worked really hard to get a good grade in that class, but, to my surprise, Sean described me as light-hearted. That allowed me to step back and realize how other people see me."

Read Kaitlyn’s full feature using the link in bio!

Jeannie Liu is a junior at Pioneer. “As a perso

Jeannie Liu is a junior at Pioneer.

“As a person who struggles to adapt to new and sudden changes, I can say that online school was a real curveball. My life has always been a hustle, so there was never really much time to stop and think. If I wasn’t doing something, my life would just seem off. This fast paced life was sustained because I had a solid base for each day, so when quarantine first started, it was as if my base had a crack. Other than school and sleeping in, I really did not know what to do with myself. I had to make my own plans with nothing as a base, and school was pretty much a toss up; Everything was unclear, and it just felt like torture. However, as quarantine went on I spent more time with myself and learned to view this as a blessing and not a curse.”

Read Jeannie’s feature using the link in bio!

College Board has announced that it will no longer

College Board has announced that it will no longer offer the SAT Subject Tests and the SAT optional essay. Students currently registered to take the subject tests will be refunded. More details/story to come.

Just before winter break, AP Gov teacher Ms. Ball,

Just before winter break, AP Gov teacher Ms. Ball, was presented with a collage of gratitude that was coordinated by the entire class.

“It blew me away!” said Ball. “It was an unexpected and unparalleled joy. After the terrible challenges and fears and troubles we have faced this year, I was so grateful to my students for this outpouring of love. My students are extraordinary!” said Ball.

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Based on the "Humans of New York," the People of P

Based on the "Humans of New York," the People of Pioneer was established in 2018 to feature the students and staff of Pioneer.

Share a personal experience, pet peeve, random thoughts, really anything for a possible feature on our website publication and social media handle (previous examples can be found on both platforms).

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