December 2023 Edition

This month, a photo report from November's spirit week, the issue with the MSMHS core values, the butterflies of the school gardens, and more.

December 2023 Edition
Illustration by Kaiden Chandler. Images by Kaiden Chandler, Brainline, and Maddy Campbell.

Welcome to The Current, the independent student newspaper of MSMHS. This month, a photo report from November's spirit week, the issue with the MSMHS core values, the butterflies of the school gardens, and more.

In other news: Shark Blocks are switching soon! Choose The Current as your next Shark Block to get involved with our reporting and design work.


News & Happenings

Students Compete in Class Games and Color Wars

On the final day of spirit week, students in each competed against the each other in a variety of spirit activities, including a pie-eating contest and a lip-sync battle.


Opinion
A collage of blue-colored brains floating on a background image of MSMHS.

MSMHS Has Core Values — Does It Follow Them?

The school says it prioritizes self-directed learning and student agency. Opinion columnist Jacob Zelinsky says otherwise.


Science
A painted lady rests on an orange butterfly.

The Butterflies of MSMHS

The gardens of MSMHS have many species of insects, including butterflies. Here's a look at two common species, with photography by student Maddy Campbell.

An orange and black snake lies in moss.

A Student Snake Specialist on Connecticut's Snakes

In the final installment of a four-part series, a look at four of Connecticut's fascinating native snakes.


Puzzles

The Brain Baffler

Decode the visual clues to unlock the secret phrase. Feeling stuck? Check out the hint (and answer) below.

The phrase "My Life," with the number "1" repeated four times throughout.
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Hint: Rare and uncommon. Scroll to view answer.

Don't worry — the answer is right after this.

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Answer: For once in my life (four "ones" in my life).
See you next week!