The Precedent

Debate places in Toro Classic

Kathryn McFaul, Staff Writer December 16, 2014

Last November, Perry’s debate team had more students break into final rounds than ever before at The Toro Classic while claiming first place in duet acting.  “[Students] broke into [finals in] Lincoln...

Junior Justin Vredevoogd and sophomore Jaron Barnes work on a project in their honors brief-calculus class last week. With the exception of seniors, all students will take the AzMERIT math, reading and writing tests this spring.

Arizona’s new standardized tests will count for grade, not graduation

Molly Ogden, Staff Reporter December 15, 2014

After nearly a year of uncertainty, students and teachers across the state now have some idea of what is in store for standardized testing in 2014-15. Beginning in March, new state testing known as AzMERIT...

Protesters in Kiener Plaza prepare to march in downtown St. Louis on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014, in the wake of the grand jury decision not to indict officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of Ferguson, Mo., teen Michael Brown.

Racial Inequality Nationwide

Ellie Wendt, Staff Reporter December 15, 2014

Millions of Americans are familiar with the famous words written in our own Declaration of Independence stating that all Americans are “created equal”. However, many citizens still deal with harassment,...

Student Perspective: Race and Stereotypes

Student Perspective: Race and Stereotypes

Jordan Williams, Photography Editor December 15, 2014

As an African-American female, I feel as if I am one of the most stereotyped people in the world. There are many issues associated with being African-American, i.e. where we live and our income sometimes...

Randi Chatelain socializes with friends during lunch.

Homeschooled students adjust to society of high school

Amanda Lee, Managing Editor December 15, 2014

Waxed floors and rambunctious teenagers are commonplace for those attending public school, but homeschooled students are more comfortable at a kitchen table. Perrin Ehler, counselor for the sophomore...

Adrian Gomez and Brian Butson playing in the Give Back Game

Teachers play basketball to fundraise for the holidays

Sarah Campbell and August Bowers December 15, 2014

In the season of giving, Student Government (StuGo) and deejays from Live 101.5 FM teamed up for the second annual "Give Back Game" that took place on December 8. The basketball game selects a team...

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Student scholars recieve academic recognition through scholarships

Sarah Chapple, News Editor December 15, 2014

During the scramble for seniors to complete their college applications, students often simultaneously apply for scholarships to help them pay for their education. Select seniors across campus are being...

We the People challenges students at competition

We the People challenges students at competition

Valerie Burgess, Staff Reporter December 11, 2014

In the midst of college applications and preparing for graduation, hundreds of high school seniors have hurried to get their final history credit. It is easy to get lost in the daily monotony of high...

Wesley Delbridge standing next to  the Cook/Chill Kettle and Temberature Monitoring System at Central Kitchen

Central Kitchen and the Smart Snacks in Schools Guidelines

Michelle Bolden, Staff Reporter December 11, 2014

Mention “school food” and most people probably think of the scary lunch lady dumping a scoop of slop on an innocent child’s tray.The Chandler Unified School District has made it a goal to change...

AM/AZ history teacher Jeff Gurecki watches his junior students while they work.

History teacher beats Iron Man triathlon

Angielee Niblett, Staff Reporter December 11, 2014

Just over 13 hours of fierce activity, including running, biking, and swimming, is more than overwhelming to anyone attempting it. Such a challenge proved to be no big deal to American/Arizona history...

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