Books to read during remote learning
The start of a new school year usually means an abundance of late-night studying, homework, and extracurriculars. Unsurprisingly, free time to curl up and unwind with a book is scarce. Plus, no one wants...
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‘Great Pretender’: A Crime-Comedy anime worth your time
Boredom has to be one of the toughest obstacles students have been facing since quarantine, but for student anime watchers, you are in luck. The new anime, “Great Pretender,” is exciting and worthwhile. All...
Virtual activity fair aims to help students stay involved
This year’s Activity Fair, an annual event allowing clubs to promote themselves and get students involved, will be virtual as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. “All of our clubs were asked to put...
In-person SAT rescheduled for Class of 2021
As announced via Principal Julie Nowak’s newsletter, District 211 has rescheduled in-person SAT tests for current seniors to either October 2020 or April 2021. Seniors will have until this Friday, September 18 to communicate...
Crier Inquires: how have you been adjusting to remote learning?
Before school began, many students were prepared to attend school in a hybrid environment. However on Monday, August 3, Superintendent Lisa Small sent out an email stating that all students were to begin the...
Conant student receives Girl Scouts Gold Award
Neeharika Kakuturu, ‘21, recently received the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award for the notable program. The Gold Award is presented to fewer than 6% of Girl Scouts and takes one to two...
Quarantine self-care essentials for students
As students enter their fourth week of remote learning, it is imperative for them to prioritize mental health and self care. Although the new block schedule at Conant allows students to only attend four...
‘Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe’ is nostalgic and inspirational to viewers
On August 28, childhood favorites Phineas and Ferb returned to the big screen in “Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe”. The series ended five years ago, but fans have continued to...
Conant staff and students’ initial reactions to e-learning
Students and teachers become familiar with e-learning and learn to work around technology issues after learning that schools will not reopen for the semester. When Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced a statewide shutdown until...
What if the coronavirus pandemic happened in 2010?
In our current situation, it’s easy to complain and stress out about many things. We complain about being stuck inside and about the cancellation of various school functions and tests. What we don’t realize...
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