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St. Patrick’s Day

Kira Florek, Author March 15, 2024

Every year, St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on the 17th of March. It has the symbol of a four leaf clover which also symbolizes luck. Why is this symbol associated with the day? Who even was St. Patrick?...

The Switch to Early-Dismissal

The Switch to Early-Dismissal

Nathan Colagross and Nicholas Payne March 5, 2024

Beginning on March 6, the schedule of Wednesdays at Mentor High School is set to change. From being able to arrive at school almost an hour later than usual, students will now be dismissed an hour early....

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Every Four Years…

Kira Florek, Writer February 29, 2024

What happens every four years? You guessed it: Leap Year! But, what exactly does "leap year" mean? Well, it means we add an extra day to February to give it 29 days instead of 28 days. But, why does it...

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Skool Rules #3

Dylan Berteau, Contributor February 27, 2024

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The State of the Mentor Economy

Tim Tilton, Contributor February 20, 2024

A number of people in northeast Ohio are quick thinkers. They firmly believe that a good service provides growth and opportunities to all people of the region. In particular, the people of Mentor are loyal...

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President’s Day

Kira Florek, Author February 16, 2024

There have been 45 presidents since the creation of the United States of America. However, our day celebrating them was truly only created to honor one. Who might this president be? Our very first president,...

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Valentine’s Day

Kira Florek, Author February 14, 2024

February 14th is known as Valentine's Day, and it is celebrated with couples giving each other gifts. Though this day is known for its romantic nature, the day itself wasn't celebrated as such until the...

Skool Rules #2

Skool Rules #2

Dylan Berteau February 11, 2024

Chromebooks: A Year in Review

Chromebooks: A Year in Review

Olivia West, Contributor February 5, 2024

This May, it will have been one year since the Class of 2026 was transitioned to Chromebooks, setting the new device standard for the upcoming classes. In acknowledgment of the occasion, Cardinal Nation...

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Groundhog Day Again?

Kira Florek, Author February 2, 2024

Every year on February 2nd, people around the United States wake up to see if the famous groundhog has seen his shadow. Will there be six more weeks of winter or will spring come early? If you were asked...

Skool Rules #1

Skool Rules #1

Dylan Berteau, Contributor January 12, 2024

Cardinal Works Hosts Holiday Movie event!

Cardinal Works Hosts Holiday Movie event!

Kayla Lester, Contributor December 22, 2023

On December 1st, The Cardinal Works CTE program hosted a movie day at Mentor High School in the Fine Arts Center. Cardinal Works invited 360+ students and staff from neighboring cities. Students from...

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