Two debaters prepare for the next round of debate in a classroom.

Mohaimen Kazi creates fresh waffles on a stick for his customers using their waffle maker.

Traveling to see the beauty away from our home may just be the change of scenery someone needs.

Sophomore Anjali Gay posing for a pre-game picture. Courtesy of Anjali Gay

A student focuses on completing his assignment in class, undistracted by the phone beside him.

People with their family members celebrate Holi by throwing powder color at each other.

Recognizing the theme of ‘hope’, Keynote speaker and women’s rights activist Katherine Spillar held a speech about legislative milestones and the importance of community engagement. “We can’t put our heads under the pillow and say we’re going to wait it out because without the pushback, without us fighting, we can’t hold the line,” Spillar said. “We have to be organized and strong so when an opportunity becomes available to make forward movement, we’re there to seize it. Begin the fight now, wherever you are.”

As end of year assessments get closer for students, there has been a perceived rise of people skipping their classes in order to either relax or study, which leaves many teachers scrambling to schedule make-ups and stay on schedule.