Life is full of choices that you do not think about on a daily basis, but if you stop and think about them you realize that those subconscious decisions affect everyday-life. Students were asked to respond to these questions on the spot:   ...

On any given day in the halls, you might catch a delicious aroma wafting through the corridors. One day might bring the tantalizing scent of chewy chocolate chip cookies, while the next might bring the tangy, spicy smell of chicken paella. Yet these mouthwatering...

At at least one point during someone’s high school career, they will come to school late – usually on Mondays, according to the attendance office. Every day of the week sees late arrivals, though. Some people get stuck in traffic, while others just...

Many faculty members are good friends with their coworkers, whom they see each and every day at 5200 Yorktown Boulevard. However, some teachers extend their friendships outside of the school doors and hang out together on their own time. These friendships...

Throughout Yorktown, the halls are covered with works of art painted by Yorktown’s students. These paintings range from being light and amusing to tackling difficult subject matters such as gender identity. The following list contains what we consider...

Yorktown graduate turned-teacher Ryan Zito spends his days reading, hiking and playing Pokémon. His true passion, however, can be found in the classroom, where he teaches both regular and Advanced Placement (AP) Government classes. A history fanatic...

The school cafeteria may be the most scrutinized place in the building, with students and staff often left in disgust as some mystery meat is discovered inside their burgers or sandwiches.  However, there are options that appeal to the picky palates...

Throughout the school, there are numerous options for hydration during the day. Whether you prefer the water fountains along your route in between classes or go out of your way for a certain fountain’s ice-cold taste, many students have a personal preference...

If you walk around the never-ending halls of the school, you will see a plethora of students with earbuds on trying to drown out hallway din. Students will often be so into their music that they are not be able to hear anyone. Some students even put earbuds...

The fourth quarter can be an exciting and difficult time for all students. There are mixed emotions on how to feel with the school year wrapping up. Some see it as a time to relax and end the year on a high note, while others are stressed about final...

The well known and coveted title of Athlete of the Month has been swapped around by incredible sports players for months and months. However, the lesser known title of Physical Education (P.E.) Student of the Day has just been awarded, and freshman Branden...

It is 4:55 a.m. Most students and teachers are fast asleep and will not wake up for several hours. This is not the case for head custodian Ebenezer Oware. He walked into the doors of Yorktown High School at around 4:55 this morning. The latest he ever...