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Mrs. Harlan, or, as I call her, Madame, teaches French levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and AP. She wanted to become a teacher because she wanted to...
Alexis Fizer
- Apr 17
- 2 min
It’s That Time of Year: Senior College Decisions
Graduation is fast approaching! A major topic among the senior class is college. Where we’re all going, and why we chose that school. Who...
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Mary Natalie LeNoir
- Sep 25, 2023
- 2 min
Le Cercle Français
Do you love French culture? Are you learning the French language? Perhaps you just enjoy the sound of a French accent. Whatever the case,...
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Kate Rhodes
- Sep 25, 2023
- 2 min
How to Find Scholarships
Scholarship application is a vital part of the college application process. Scholarships will help take some of the inevitable financial...
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Kate Guven
- Sep 25, 2023
- 3 min
Faculty Highlight: Daria Howard
Vestavia Hills High School is led by a wonderful group of staff that is integral to the success of students. Teachers, administrators,...
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Alaina Jones
- Sep 25, 2023
- 2 min
Mental Health Resources for Students
The beginning of the new school year can be a stressful time for students. Luckily, Vestavia has an excellent counseling department with...
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Bella Gentry
- Apr 17, 2023
- 3 min
Advice on the College Application Process
The 2022-2023 college admissions cycle has come to a close, and with its conclusion comes a reflection among all seniors on the...
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Jaxon Dunlevy
- Apr 17, 2023
- 2 min
The Secret Honor Society
At the upcoming graduation ceremony, you may notice a few students sporting light pink honor cords. This adornment signifies the members...
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Katie Huang
- Apr 17, 2023
- 2 min
Faculty Highlight: Jessica Sutherland
“It was a complete accident,” says VHHS chemistry teacher Mrs. Jessica Sutherland about the beginnings of her teaching career. Mrs....
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Kate Rhodes
- Apr 17, 2023
- 4 min
Underrated Coffee Shops for Hanging Out and Studying
Everyone knows about Panera Bread - its the go-to hang out spot. It represents a place where highschoolers can unwind, knock out some...
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Mary Natalie LeNoir
- Mar 20, 2023
- 3 min
Faculty Highlight: Mr. Sinnott
Mr. Sinnott has been teaching for 15 years. He first started teaching in the Fall of 2008 at Auburn High School, his old high school. He...
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Emarie Price
- Mar 20, 2023
- 2 min
Popular Styles at 2023 Prom
This year, Vestavia’s prom had a wide range of styles when it came to outfits, hair, and flowers. One of the biggest styles for dresses...
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Emma Chen
- Mar 20, 2023
- 3 min
How "The Bachelor" Comes to Life
With three competitions, a “Best Vocals” award, and one dazzling show under its belt, the Singers, the Vestavia Hills show choir, closes...
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Campbell Collins
- Feb 27, 2023
- 2 min
Club Highlight: ASL Club
The ASL (American Sign Language) Club is a place of comfortable silence and communication. Sign language is a language used by the Deaf...
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Scarlett Padgett
- Feb 27, 2023
- 1 min
The Origins of Black History Month
What started the recognition of February as Black History Month? I’m here today to answer that question. In February of 1986, Congress...
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Lucy Rumbley
- Feb 6, 2023
- 3 min
Joe Eshlemen: A Student Who Exceeds All Expectations
Vestavia Hills High School is known for its highly accomplished students who are active in both the school and the community. One student...
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River Riley
- Feb 6, 2023
- 2 min
MythBusters - Deaf Addition
Here are some common misconceptions about Deafness and the Signing community! Myth #1: Deaf people use Braille: Mathew S. Moore and Linda...
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Emma Nunnelley
- Feb 6, 2023
- 3 min
Valentine's at VHHS
The ladies of Just Singin’ 2021-2022 posing for a picture in their Valentine’s-themed gear before a day of Singing Valentines at VHHS!...
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Bella Gentry
- Feb 6, 2023
- 3 min
Getting To Know The RISE Chairs
RISE: one of the school’s biggest events of the year. A time to rally together community members, students, and faculty alike to support...
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