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A student at Tigard High reads Song of Solomon, a book banned in many schools across the country.

Canby’s Book Ban

By Aishiki Nag, Staff Writer May 16, 2023

     On the night of April 10, Canby’s school board met to discuss the removal and review of 36 books, which were marked for 'explicit content’. In a series of bureaucratic meetings, discussions...

During the 2023 TTSD School Board Debate, the five board candidates begin with opening remarks and introductions.

2023 School Board Election Candidates

By Aishiki Nag, Staff Writer May 13, 2023

     Tigard-Tualatin School Board has three open seats and the spring election has quickly become competitive due to the upcoming challenges. The district is currently struggling with a revenue deficit,...

Amidst the declared reduction in force, TTSD recognizes school principals support to staff through a tweet.

District declares reduction in force

By Laura Taylor, Staff Writer May 3, 2023

     On Monday, April 3, 2023, the Tigard-Tualatin School District held a work session board meeting to discuss budget reductions for the 2023-2025 biennium. Most of the discussion centered on right-sizing,...

A student-led effort against sexual harassment

A student-led effort against sexual harassment

By Aishiki Nag, Staff Writer April 26, 2023

     One of the most prominent legal protections introduced was entirely a youth-led effort working to confront sexual violence, and youth interpersonal violence; Senator Wlnsvey Campos (D- 18)...

Rep. Bowman and Rep. Ngyuen introduce HB 3206.  They give testimony as to why its important to lower the voting age to 16 for school board elections at the first legislative hearing in front of the House Committee on Rules.

Students need a say in school board elections

By Aishiki Nag, Staff Writer March 20, 2023

     When reviewing footage for the TTSD Interim Committee to fill a vacant board position, all interviewees were asked one question: who does the school board ultimately serve? Nearly all of the...

Know about your right to privacy as a student.

A student’s guide to privacy

By Aishiki Nag, Staff Writer March 14, 2023

Due to the rise of mass shootings in America, many school districts have made the decision to implement the use of School Resource Officers (SROs). Due to the police presence on school grounds, SROs have...

Know about your rights when it comes to drug testing in schools.

Can schools require drug testing?

By Aishiki Nag, Staff Writer March 13, 2023

     With prom quickly approaching, a particular policy was implemented for the 2022 Homecoming Dance: one that involved randomly drug testing students to see if they were under the influence of drugs.       According...

Tigard releases the Academic Planning Guide for the 2023-24 school year.

23-24 Forecasting materials available for students

By Olivia Breen, Staff Writer March 10, 2023

     It’s that time of the year! As forecasting quickly approaches, it’s time to think about your next year at THS. No matter what courses you choose, it’s sure to be an interesting year ahead....

Staff writer, Meileen Arroyo, shares her experience with Anorexia Nervosa.

The mask I wear: part 2

By Meileen Arroyo, Staff Writer March 10, 2023

Important: This is a continuation of part 1 of the series 'The mask I wear.' Go read part one before you read this story if you haven't read it yet. This story contains sensitive topics that may be emotionally...

Abbie Hoffman in July 1971.

A hippies guide to the 21st century

By Grace Schroeder, Staff Writer March 3, 2023

    "Steal This Book" by Abbie Hoffman is a seminal piece of work that was first published in 1971, at the height of the counterculture movement in the United States. The book is a guide to surviving...

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