As NBA G League grows, so does its media coverage
Over the years, the NBA G League has grown like a tree. Since its inception in 2001, the league has grown from eight teams to 27, changed its name twice, and has become true...
Spotlight
-
-
Conant’s CompSci Kids! provides opportunity for young community members to learn computer science
From Google to Twitter, the Internet dominates human life. As a result, computer science has become an increasingly popular discipline. Conant students Nisha Pant, ‘19, and Yousef Ahmed, ‘19, have taken an initiative to...
-
Strong second half gives girls’ basketball victory against Barrington
Down by seven points at halftime to the Barrington Fillies, the girls’ basketball team came back in the second half and won 58-44 on Friday night. “We struggled really early on communicating,” head coach...
-
Boys’ basketball falls short against Rolling Meadows
After playing a back-and-forth first half, the Cougars were unable to keep up with the Rolling Meadows Mustangs in the second half on Tuesday night, as they lost 55-51 on the road. After being...
-
Potential District 211 teacher strike puts final exam dates, extracurricular events in doubt
Final exams may be pushed back and students may miss out on athletic competitions if District 211 teachers go on strike next week as a result of stalled contract negotiations between the Teachers’ Union...
Conant student performs in all-state production “In The Heights”
Satyajit Sarkar, ‘19, was the only District 211 student to be chosen to perform in the Illinois High School Theater Festival’s production, “In The Heights,” performed from Jan. 10-12. Each year, students from all...
A Seat at the Table, Episode 7: Conant senior releases debut rap album
Kevin and Jaylen sit down with Conant senior Neal Thakkar to talk about the release of his new rap album, “Boology.” +6
The Crier Inquires: What Are Your Thoughts on the Ongoing Government Shutdown?
As we enter the 28th day of the government shutdown, we see implications all over the nation: national parks aren’t being properly maintained, hundreds of federal employees are going home without a paycheck, and...
VIDEO: How to decorate cakes with whipped cream
Store-bought cakes often use sweet and heavy frosting, whether it is cream cheese frosting, buttercream, or something just as rich. However, this does not appeal to everyone’s taste buds. For those of you...
New Teacher Profile: Krystal Coleman
The Crier is conducting interviews to get to know the new teachers at Conant. This week, the Crier is featuring PE teacher Krystal Coleman. Crier: What classes do you teach? Coleman: [I teach] girl’s...
Save time and money with these last-minute holiday gifts
December is one of the most festive times of the year; with the many holidays, winter break, and decorations, people seem to always be in a cheerful mood. It is also a time to...
The Crier Inquires: Would you prefer finals before break or after break?
With winter break right around the corner, we asked staff and students about the looming exams that come with the holiday season. Daniel Hong, ‘22 Would you prefer finals before or after break? “I...
Big fourth quarter leads girls’ basketball to win
A strong defensive stand from the girls’ basketball team lead them to a 44-33 victory over the Cary-Grove Trojans at home on Saturday night. The defensive stand included the Trojans not scoring for almost...
Team effort propels boys’ basketball past Palatine
Up 23-20 against the Palatine Pirates at halftime at home last Friday, the boys’ basketball team was able to maintain that lead for most of the second half to come away with a 59-45...
Whether in high school or the White House, a free press is central to democracy
Social media and news outlets buzzed with reports about the suspension of CNN White House correspondent Jim Acosta’s press pass soon after it happened. The issue sparked controversy over journalistic rights and propriety....
Recent Comments