Rediscovering my love for reading: a surprisingly strenuous yet deeply rewarding road
In elementary school, I was all in on reading. Whether I was in the car, getting ready for bed, or even sitting in recess, there was a book in my hand. I was...
Author: Alexa Orlowski
Conant has impressive showing at HOSA State Competition
Earlier this week from March 17-19, 25 Conant students along with advisor Vicky DeGuia and chaperone Vera Bass in the science department headed to Springfield to compete at the Illinois HOSA State Leadership Conference. ...
“First we mine, then we craft, Minecraft:” a cringe-filled, lore-empty flop
Minecraft holds the title of best-selling video game of all time, having sold over 300 million copies and boasting 170 million monthly active users in 2024, thirteen years after its 2011 release. In order...
The Pledge of Allegiance: I won’t stand for it
At the beginning of second period, everyone in Conant High School hears the same thing: a featured student or faculty member asking us to “please stand and join [them] in saying the Pledge of...
Behind the Moves: Conant Charrelles reflect on the IHSA State Competitive Dance Championship
With adrenaline running high and “Underground” by Cody Fry blasting over the speakers, the Conant Charrelles took to the stage at the IHSA State Competitive Dance Championship at the Grossinger Motors Arena at Illinois...
Conant students walk out in support of immigrant rights
Approximately 50 Conant students walked out of the building between 7th and 8th periods on February 7 to protest against the actions of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and to demonstrate solidarity...
Conant Theatre presents: ‘Twelfth Night’ February 7 and 8
Shipwrecked, separated from her brother Sebastian (Courtney Paris, ‘28), and disguised as a man, Viola (Jess Mikel, ‘27) finds herself entangled in a whirlwind of love, deception, and mistaken identity in the land of...
Two takes on “Wicked:” stage spectacle vs. movie magic
“Wicked:” the book turned Broadway musical turned movie has blown away audiences and taken the internet by storm. Considering how popular the movie has become, we’ve decided to review it side by side through...
Girls Flag Football team has successful first season
What does it take to build a team from the ground up? As Conant’s new Girl’s Flag Football team reflects on their first season, which concluded after their game against Willowbrook High School on...
Tricky treats: Halloween baking recipes
Tired of candy corn, chocolate bars, and gummies? This Halloween, ditch the candy aisle and join us as we brew up four spooky treats that are sure to send a shiver down your spine! ...
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