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by Oreva Emebu AP World is a lot to remember, so here are some ways I make it easier for myself—and maybe they can help you too! 1. Don’t just memorize—try to understand what’s happening and why. It ’s not just about dates; it’s about how events connect. I usually think about continuity, which is a big focus in AP World. 2. Make charts with timelines. They help you see what’s going on at the same time in different parts of the world, and that can help you make connections—whi

by Ameena Rafeek Every generation has a movie that takes the world by storm—from soundtracks to toys and everything in between. For most South students, they might remember seeing Frozen  everywhere growing up. Kids all over the playground sang “Let It Go” word for word, bar for bar. For Generation Alpha, K-Pop Demon Hunters  and its hit track “Golden” have taken the top spot. K-Pop Demon Hunters , produced by Sony Pictures Animation, is about just what it sounds like: thre

by Asif Rafeek Did you know that there is a way to socialize, gain valuable skills, and look good for colleges that doesn’t involve physical activities like sports? Clubs! Clubs are a great way to do all those things, and there are many of them available at our school. No matter what you’re interested in, there is a club just right for you! Clubs are places where students collaborate and do things that they’re interested in. Clubs can also help spark an interest and help st

by Lauren Fraser, Alisha Akim and Alyssa Prashad Spooky Spirit Week South High School celebrated the last week of October with a Spooky Spirit Week. The event was devised by the Class of 2026 to commemorate Halloween and the incoming fall season. Throughout the week, students and faculty alike haunted the halls of South in their scary attire. Each day was dedicated to a specific theme. Spooky Movie Monday: On Monday, students dressed up as characters from their favorite scary

by Arielle Ismael October 10th was a night to not only shine light on the field but also to honor our graduating athletes, the Class of 2026. Festivities such as food, brightly painted shirts, face paint, and interactive games set up by the cheerleaders kept Friday Night Lights fun! The air was filled with the smell of fresh food being prepared at the food booth for awaiting customers. The sidelines were filled with cheerleaders providing uplifting support and entertainment

by Imran Rafeek and Aryan Ismail Starting in the fall of 2025, New York State implemented a statewide ban on any kind of personal electronic device on public school campuses during school hours. Under the rules, if a student is seen with a phone, tablet, or any kind of non–school-issued device, the device will be confiscated. The student or their guardian may pick up the device at the end of the school day. In the Valley Stream Central High School District, students must put

by Leah Brown Senioritis, senior slump, or even just straight-up burnout is something that is affecting South’s seniors now more than ever. With the second marking period rising upon us, teachers and parents alike are urging their Class of 2026 students to stay motivated and on top of their work; however, it seems like they just can’t do it. Some adults believe that senioritis stems from kids being lazy, while others find that it’s due to the distractions of social media and

by Aaliyah Pollard For the Valley Stream South senior yearbook, on Tuesday, October 28th all the underclassmen are taking a picture for the seniors when they get their yearbook. During your gym period, in the gym, everyone will take a picture. Photographers from Island Photography will take a full-body picture to be included as a mini photo in the yearbook. They will also give you the option to buy your picture as a keepsake. With many backgrounds to choose from, you can pick

by Kailin Aarons On November 17th, the St. Nick Toy Drive begins! It is being hosted by NHS and MHS, right here at Valley Stream South High School. Support the Toy Drive by donating toys — old or new!

by Saad Khaniya, Brian Thelamy and Christian Orellana The Under the Lights men’s varsity soccer game is an annual event that takes place at Valley Stream South High School. The game is run by the district. The coach for Valley Stream South High School is Coach Peter Mastrota. This year’s annual game took place on October 8th, 2025, on the main field toward the back of the school. This game gives the seniors of South a chance to play for the last time and is a grand way of say

by Domenica Russum The Valley Stream Food Truck Festival of 2025 took place on October 18th from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Hendrickson Pool parking lot. The Food Truck Festival was hosted and organized by the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce. The event included a variety of food, games, and music, as well as a Valley Stream Fire Department demonstration. Valley Stream residents took advantage of the enjoyable activities, including face painting offered by BOCES students enrol

by Ismael Ali-Barreto In Mrs. Keany's AP Psychology class, the students and faculty have taken advantage of a new platform known as MagicSchool. MagicSchool is an extremely versatile and useful tool that allows students to break down information, memorize terms, and set up study guides and practice tests to help them in various subjects. Teachers are able to set up an online classroom within the AI and create these study tools, which help students become more eager to learn a

by Eshal Imran What are candygrams? Candygrams are only the best way to surprise your friends on Halloween during ninth period! Here’s how they work: first, look for someone in your lunch period from the Class of 2026 offering you the opportunity to buy candy grams for your friends. All you must do is pay a dollar, write a fun note, provide the ninth-period class and teacher of your friend, and be prepared to hear from them about the surprise! Your friends will receive a bag

by Nathalie Patangan Imagine waking up confused in a dark, rusty cage, water dripping down as you lurch upward to the surface. As your eyes adjust to the light, you realize you’re surrounded by a group of boys. They whisper among themselves about something called a “greenie.” Curious and bewildered, you try asking questions, but no one answers. The only thing you can recall is your name. Nothing else from your past. A dark-skinned, muscular, bald boy from the crowd speaks up

by Raabia Noor International Artist Day is on October 25 th  and is celebrated worldwide, founded by Canadian artist Chris MacClure, in 2004. This day focuses on helping artists become known and honors them and their work. Any artist, whether big or small, will appreciate being recognized on what might have seemed at first a boring Saturday! How to contribute? All you must do is art! You can purchase a local painting, host an event on how to draw a pumpkin, paint your front d

by Rizwan Nageer On Saturday, October 18 th , the Valley Stream district badminton team faced the Manhasset team in the first round of the All-County tournament. It was a close loss, with a score of 3 to 4. Although the Valley Stream team lost, Valley Stream undefeated player Wasif Ahmed earned All-County honors and players Eathan Chen and Elvin Giron earned an All-County Honorable Mention.

by Simrah Nageer On November 1st, the Key Club will be hosting Family Service Day. This day is dedicated to putting together boxes of non-perishable Thanksgiving food items for people who need them. The program will begin at 9 a.m. It is a good way to encourage family bonding and have a positive impact on your community. If you want to make a difference in our community, consider donating items to this event today!