Robinson prepares for a new bowling league
Junior Andrew Robinson has been bowling strikes and spares since the fourth grade. Just recently in his previous season, through the months of January to mid April, he has successfully won three awards...
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Streaks crush competition at regionals
Slideshow • 10 PhotosTheo YoderSophomore Eric Ramirez defends a pass during the first half.Close
View ArticleAcademic Excellence Ceremony
A night of recognition for many students took place in the auditorium for the excellence awards. With the night starting off with a song from the HHS Honors Choir, the awards ceremony took off with the...
View ArticlePoirot seeks spiritual improvement through new club
No one likes Mondays. The school is filled with faces of despair and everyone wants to curl up in the corner in a blanket. This is the problem that sophomore Gabe Poirot noticed that needed to change,...
View ArticleAthletics affecting academics
Extracurricular activities are important if a student wants to be well-rounded and successful, but the time commitment that is required for said activities take away from the time needed to succeed in...
View ArticleZoos have their purpose
I bet you’ve seen your favorite animal in a zoo. Think about it, would you love your favorite animal so much if you had never even seen it? Connections are made at zoos, people develop love for the...
View ArticleHarrisonburg vs EC Glass game recap
The Streaks are moving on to states after Monday’s game v.s. EC Glass. The streaks were up early in the game but once the seventh inning came around the teams were tied and had to finish in extra...
View ArticleDidot starts crepe business at downtown Farmers Market
The pronunciation of French words can be quite difficult for many people, but one word will almost always draw the attention of a hungry high school student: crêpe. Junior Eva Didot is no rookie to the...
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Athletes compete in state track meet
Had anyone driven by HHS this past Friday and Saturday, they would have seen every parking spot filled, along with hundreds of other cars parked on band’s practice field. Outdoor track states for 3A...
View ArticleKrasheninnikov faces struggles adjusting to life in Israel
Although the move from Israel to the United States created many obstacles for her, sophomore Valeri Krasheninnikov opened new doors from her old, struggling life in Israel. While being born and raised...
View ArticleStreaks win close match against Blazers
The Harrisonburg High School JV Girls basketball game played a tough game against Spotswood on Feb. 1, 2018. The first period started off slowly, with only 9 baskets scored in total. The Blazers came...
View ArticleHow running has changed my life
Running has changed my life. Every aspect of it enhances how I look at everyday subjects and situations. It has taught me many valuable lessons. During the summer before my freshman year, high school...
View ArticleFifth block to be added because of overcrowding
Starting next year, there will be five blocks in a day. Normal school hours will be extended until 3:30, and after-school activities (including sports) will start after that. Essentially, all the...
View ArticleSTEM underclassmen pick pathways for next three years
There are three STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) pathways to choose in our school: math and science, technology and engineering as well as healthcare. The math and science pathway has a...
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District 5 bands perform after intensive days of rehearsal
Slideshow • 12 PhotosSophie SallahConductor Brian Balmages directs the Symphonic Band's first piece, "Wayfaring Stranger."Close
View ArticleReasons to participate in sports
Some parents do not want their children playing sports due to various reasons, however, there are many reasons why sports are beneficial. 1. Teamwork Sports are not an individual activity, so you must...
View ArticleNo more room for trailers, make a new school
There are around 2,000 bodies running around the halls of Harrisonburg High School Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 2:35 p.m. With that high number, HHS can officially say that it is at an...
View ArticleKasidiaris advances to forensics super regionals
After competing in the regionals forensics tournament at Albermarle High School on Feb. 17, senior Olivia Kasidiaris finished in third place in serious dramatic interpretation, and because of her...
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Torres places second at state tournament
Slideshow • 10 PhotosPhoto courtesy of Randee JovenTorres fends his opponent by grabbing his leg.Close On Friday, Feb. 16 senior Guillermo Torres competed in the quarterfinals and semifinals of the 5A...
View ArticleMalashiy shares deep relationship with her bird
A common saying is that a dog is a man’s best friend. However, it’s not typical to hear that a bird is a women’s best friend. This is the case for freshman Angelina Malashiy and her cockatiel Jojo....
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