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Seniors Miho Gillespie and John Whiting pose with the keynote speaker Dr. Leen Gorissen. Photo curtesy of E.B. Smith.
Students, teachers lead the way at 2025 Student Power Summit
Granville Superintendent Jeff Brown shared the district's growth plan at a community meeting on Jan. 15. He discussed the impact a new MI community will have on the district. Source: Screenshot of meeting recording posted on the GEVSD website.
District prepares for rapid expansion
Sports media club adviser Scott Turner speaks to students in the Multimedia Journalism class about his vision for the new club on Jan. 30. He also met with potential club members during Ace period.
District hires sports media club adviser
Runners line up at the start of the Granville Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. This event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many Granville families.
Granville Turkey Trot 5K 2024
Senior AJ Buerkel goes vertical before smashing his balloon on classmate Cooper Phillips. The pair won the event in a close finish.
School Spirit Soars
Junior Annabel Burt at the club fair standing beside her booth and encouraging students to join the Asian Culture Club.
Clubbing it up at Granville High School
Junior Annabel Burt at the club fair standing beside her booth and encouraging students to join the Asian Culture Club.
Clubbing it up at Granville High School
Donating sun glasses to Latin America
Donating sun glasses to Latin America
The Ohio Statehouse, where the Ohio House of Representatives assembles and where House Bill 68 was passed.
Uncertain future
Dylan Layne, Cooper Silverman and Cooper Phillips work in Mrs. Henderson's class during Ace Period.
Ace period changed to everyday
Ace
New school store provides students, staff with a unique opportunity
Mr. Patterson helps his students with their activity during his IAP class.
Staffing changes
Meet the 2024 Prom Court
Meet the 2024 Prom Court
Lydia Sturgeon, Avery Ogg, Tessa Baker and Lyndy Van Horn test out eclipse glasses in anticipation of the Apr. 8 event.
Once-in-a-lifetime event
SDL English students plan TedX-inspired event
SDL English students plan TedX-inspired event
Mrs. Smith talking with Lucy Walters and Zoe Gravitt about their 20 Time projects.
SDL: A new era of education
The Ohio Statehouse, where the Ohio House of Representatives assembles and where House Bill 68 was passed.
Uncertain future
Art by Lyndy Van Horn
Music tames the savage beast
The set for "Stereophonic" on Broadway makes use of a vintage mixing table and a fully functional recording booth to achieve peak realism.
OPINION: Put down the remote and head to the theater
Domestic news channels cause heads to spin with biased stances, conflicting information and limited objectivity
OPINION: BBC is Better
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OPINION: Galentine’s Day is better than Valentine’s Day
Talia Barbuto competes in the hammer throw in the 2023 state meet. The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) recently banned the hammer throw from all high school events due to the risk of injury to spectators and athletes. Photo courtesy of Talia Barbuto.
OPINION: Hammer throw should not be thrown out
OPINION: Breaking the bank to be bougie
OPINION: Breaking the bank to be bougie
Students on their phones during their lunch period
OPINION: Cell phones could be banned in the classroom– and that’s a good thing
Intervention specialist Tara works with students in a variety of settings including co-teaching English with Mrs. Smith. As a teen, Hartshorn struggled when her family moved, but she eventually found the silver lining in the situation.
Finding the Silver Lining: Tara Hartshorn
Sophomores Ben Rose and Seth Winterhalter use their phones during lunch
It’s a smart choice to use a dumb-phone
After her love for volleyball faded, Cannon Fink discovered new interests, including journalism, photojournalism and art. Photo by Erika Marie Photography. Used with permission.
Finding the Silver Lining: Cannon Fink
Clara Dandurand and Elliott Smith in "The Little Mermaid" at Weathervane Playhouse. Source: Candid Kama (Used with Permission).
Finding the Silver Lining: Elliott Smith
Holiday History: St. Patty's Day
Holiday History: St. Patty’s Day
Katie Cottrell dribbles down the court during a varsity girls basketball team. After being cut from the volleyball team as a freshman, Cottrell refocused her energy on basketball, a decision that has proven pivotal to her team's success.
Finding the Silver Lining: Katie Cottrell
Five iconic romantic comedies from the 2000s
Five iconic romantic comedies from the 2000s
OCRAM members Owen Costa, Sam Hannig, Liam Dunkes,and Nolan Gay at their recent show at the Dirty Dungarees Laundromat in Columbus. Mid-song, front man Owen Costa broke out a didgeridoo to add a theatrical flare to the song. Photo courtesy of Addie Hannig
Rocking with OCRAM
Lisp Goblin and senior Sage Kennedy pose after he created a custom hat for her. Lisp specializes in using airbrush techniques to upcycle vintage clothes, workwear, and other garments to create rare works of art.
Airbrushed Alter Ego
Source: Drama Department
‘Great Scott!’
A dedicated filmmaker, Smith spends hours working on his films; he often shoots spontaneously and without a script. Photo courtesy of Grey Smith.
Student filmmaker utilizes antiques and bones to create stop-motion
Starbucks in Heath
Coffee Culture
Lisp Goblin and senior Sage Kennedy pose after he created a custom hat for her. Lisp specializes in using airbrush techniques to upcycle vintage clothes, workwear, and other garments to create rare works of art.
Airbrushed Alter Ego
A dedicated filmmaker, Smith spends hours working on his films; he often shoots spontaneously and without a script. Photo courtesy of Grey Smith.
Student filmmaker utilizes antiques and bones to create stop-motion
Addy Havens multimedia painting of her struggles with ADHD (BluePrints/ Kennedy Ogden).
Glimpse at the most masterly senior artists
Foreign books you might love
Foreign books you might love
The cover art and illustrations featured throughout the novel are direct illustrations that author Yusef Salaam had made when he was wrongfully convicted in the Central Park Five case.
‘Punching the Air’ links directly to Central Park Five case and injustices against men of color
Olivia's Bookish World: fun read with real issues
Olivia’s Bookish World: fun read with real issues
Olivias Bookish World: Books with a bite
Olivias Bookish World: Books with a bite
Olivia's Bookish World: Tragic romance to last a lifetime
Olivia’s Bookish World: Tragic romance to last a lifetime
Olivia's Bookish World: Stereotypical romance does not disappoint
Olivia’s Bookish World: Stereotypical romance does not disappoint
A group of adventurers on a dungeon crawl. Art by Ryan Knobeloch at @knobeloch_arts used with permission.
Dungeons and Dragons
Connor Pyle play's the Scotch game in response to Kace's Kc6 move.
Why chess is rewarding to learn
In Risk, players compete to take over the world in this game of strategy conquest.
Rewards of Risk
Colden Kadlic's guess from Wordle 254.
Online puzzle game Wordle takes the internet by storm
Viking valor in "Valheim"
Viking valor in “Valheim”
Many students have been playing Rocket League lately. Photo by Wyatt Rivers.
The hottest games and apps
Five iconic romantic comedies from the 2000s
Five iconic romantic comedies from the 2000s
Photo Source: Warner Bros.
‘Challengers’ review: worth the watch (no spoilers)
Source: Legendary Entertainment/Warner Bros. Pictures
‘Godzilla X Kong,’ ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,’ ‘The Spider Within’ [spoiler free] review
Source: Netflix
‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ is a must see
Source: Amazon Prime
‘Bones and All’: A horrendous love story
Best Coming of Age Movies
OCRAM members Owen Costa, Sam Hannig, Liam Dunkes,and Nolan Gay at their recent show at the Dirty Dungarees Laundromat in Columbus. Mid-song, front man Owen Costa broke out a didgeridoo to add a theatrical flare to the song. Photo courtesy of Addie Hannig
Rocking with OCRAM
'SOS' features SZA's stunning vocals, relatable lyrics
‘SOS’ features SZA’s stunning vocals, relatable lyrics
Moana was released in 2016 and can be watched on Disney+ Source: Disney Official Website
Best Lin Manuel Miranda productions to date
This is the official photo of the Super Bowl Performance 2022.
Best Super Bowl performances of all time
Artist Spotlight: Wallows
Artist Spotlight: Wallows
Album cover of "Write About Love"/Photo courtesty of Wikipedia
Belle & Sebastian’s ‘Write About Love’: Nostalgic reflections wrapped in bright melodies
Source: Drama Department
‘Great Scott!’
Junior Owen Costa (Wadsworth) runs the cast through every step they took that night.
GALLERY: ‘Clue: On Stage’
Sound crew members prep the soundboard during All-Day Tech on Oct. 25.
Get a ‘Clue’ about what’s going on backstage
The drama department has announced its next performance.
Drama department announces cast list for spring musical
Juror #3 (Zack Binkley) points accusingly to show his frustration with Juror #8 (Lani Casto).
‘Twelve Angry Jurors’ gets serious
The drama club will perform the courtroom drama “Twelve Angry Jurors” by Sherman L. Sergel this weekend in the theatre on Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.
Guilty or innocent?
Screenshot by Caitlin Koney
Popular ‘Outer Banks’ theories and questions
Top 10 'Friends' side characters
Top 10 ‘Friends’ side characters
Source: Netflix
‘One Piece’ breaks the curse of live action anime
Three of the top five best crime TV shows. Great old shows, still here today. Photo Credit: Luke Dixon
Top crime shows to watch
The dreaded commercial that caught viral attention back in 2011. The ads attempts at being childish is probably what sent people off with unnerving feelings. Photo by: Little Baby's Ice Cream
The top 10 strangest commercials, ads to be ever aired
Opening scene in new Netflix movie "The Knight Before Christmas" Photo courtesy of Grace Portzline.
Repetitive Hallmark movies still make their mark
Photo courtesy of Coach Brooke.
Coach Brooke builds pride in softball family
Charlotte Turner, Audrey Ames, Avery Ogg and Sophia Poling celebrate their win on the podium. The team placed first in the 4x400m at the indoor track state championship on Mar. 15. Photo courtesy of Rex Carr.
Granville girls 4×400 team brings home gold
The Blue Aces beat Elida 55-48 during the Division III regional semifinal game at Bluffton University on Feb. 26.
Girls basketball team advances to OHSAA DIII Regional Final
Keegan Cross shoots a free throw. Granville beat Licking Valley for the third time this season on Feb. 18.
Boys basketball eliminates Licking Valley from tournament
Senior Katie Cottrell gets ready to pass the ball the sophomore Elle Mortimer.
Girls basketball beats Newark Catholic on Feb. 6
Sophomore Oliver Rodgers flexes at the crowd after finishing his heat during the meet.
Boys and girls swim teams secure LCL Championships on Feb. 1
Charlotte Turner, Audrey Ames, Avery Ogg and Sophia Poling celebrate their win on the podium. The team placed first in the 4x400m at the indoor track state championship on Mar. 15. Photo courtesy of Rex Carr.
Granville girls 4×400 team brings home gold
The Blue Aces beat Elida 55-48 during the Division III regional semifinal game at Bluffton University on Feb. 26.
Girls basketball team advances to OHSAA DIII Regional Final
Keegan Cross shoots a free throw. Granville beat Licking Valley for the third time this season on Feb. 18.
Boys basketball eliminates Licking Valley from tournament
Senior Katie Cottrell gets ready to pass the ball the sophomore Elle Mortimer.
Girls basketball beats Newark Catholic on Feb. 6
Sophomore Oliver Rodgers flexes at the crowd after finishing his heat during the meet.
Boys and girls swim teams secure LCL Championships on Feb. 1
Wrestlers grab a stellar victory in last match of season
Wrestlers grab a stellar victory in last match of season
Top 10 Granville lacrosse rivalries
Top 10 Granville lacrosse rivalries
The team presents the game ball to Coach Schroeder after the second playoff game against Bexley. At the time, they did not realize that it was his last game as the varsity coach.
Coach leaves an unforgettable legacy
The Granville girls volleyball team bumping, setting, and spiking their way to victory.
Not ready . . . yet
This Tunisian tennis player deserves more media coverage and fan appreciate for all of her accomplishments.
Op-Ed: Give Ons Jabeur the attention she deserves
Source: Creative Commons
Serena Williams’ career is over, her achievements are incomparable
UFC 272 Review
UFC 272 Review
Photo courtesy of Coach Brooke.
Coach Brooke builds pride in softball family
Ace of the Week: Dane McShane
Ace of the Week: Dane McShane
Mindset and mental health in athletes
Football season through my lens
Football season through my lens
Teenage sports betting
The Newark Generals 2021-2022 varsity team before a game. Photo by Steve Chaykowski.
Local hockey players weigh in on Mitchell Miller controversy
Heart of Granville: Ep.1: E.B. Smith
Heart of Granville: Ep.1: E.B. Smith
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Freshman Maddie Wood checks the scoreboard before her turn to bowl. Learn more about Wood and the sport of bowling in the latest episode of "Gametime Laughs."
Gametime Laughs Ep. 3: Maddie Wood, Bowling
Runners line up at the start of the Granville Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. This event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many Granville families.
Granville Turkey Trot 5K 2024
Podcast host Barrett Waggoner talks to junior Annie McCracken about indoor track and field.
Gametime Laughs Ep. 2: Annie McCracken, Indoor Track and Field
The Blue Aces beat Elida 55-48 during the Division III regional semifinal game at Bluffton University on Feb. 26.
Girls basketball team advances to OHSAA DIII Regional Final
Keegan Cross shoots a free throw. Granville beat Licking Valley for the third time this season on Feb. 18.
Boys basketball eliminates Licking Valley from tournament
Senior Katie Cottrell gets ready to pass the ball the sophomore Elle Mortimer.
Girls basketball beats Newark Catholic on Feb. 6
Sophomore Oliver Rodgers flexes at the crowd after finishing his heat during the meet.
Boys and girls swim teams secure LCL Championships on Feb. 1
Wrestlers grab a stellar victory in last match of season
Wrestlers grab a stellar victory in last match of season
Garrett Hinton giving it his all.
Indoor track team hosts exciting first home meet at Capital University on Jan. 19
Heart of Granville: Ep.1: E.B. Smith
Heart of Granville: Ep.1: E.B. Smith
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Freshman Maddie Wood checks the scoreboard before her turn to bowl. Learn more about Wood and the sport of bowling in the latest episode of "Gametime Laughs."
Gametime Laughs Ep. 3: Maddie Wood, Bowling
Podcast host Barrett Waggoner talks to junior Annie McCracken about indoor track and field.
Gametime Laughs Ep. 2: Annie McCracken, Indoor Track and Field
Comics Corner Ep. 4
Comics Corner Ep. 4
Runners line up at the start of the Granville Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. This event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many Granville families.
Granville Turkey Trot 5K 2024
What’s twinning?
Retro Revival
Retro Revival
Senior Teresa Collins presents English teacher Beth Simmons with a gift of appreciation from Key Club.
Students thank teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week
Layton Mayberry and Joseph Day complete a transaction in the student store.
Young entrepreneurs
Fisher Points into the camera
Interview with Mr. Fisher
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