By Hailey McPheron SAIL teacher and department chair Ms. Renee Herndon started her journey to McNicholas on a very different path. She started off as a swim coach for a high school, but she was told to go to college and pursue business. “It didn’t take me long into my freshman year of college to … More From business to teaching, Herndon leads SAIL Department 

By: Meghan Runte and Maeve Rice As graduation approaches, senior students are counting down the days until they move into their next chapter. To help the process move along, seniors decorate their skirts resembling the school they will be attending next fall.  Administrations assistant Mrs. Jenni Tumser said that the tradition of decorating skirts according … More Seniors show off Rocket Pride through privileges 

Writer’s note: Teacher appreciation is more than just saying thank you for the education they provide. It is about reflecting upon the support and generosity teachers give to their students in and outside the classroom and noticing all the selfless acts they do for others. Science teacher, Ms. Cathryn Humphries, has greatly affected my life … More The heart of education: Students name teachers who change lives 

By Rosie Smith From rap to country to R&B, every person has their preference for how a song makes them feel. In a recent survey of 49 students and 4 faculty and staff about their musical taste, 22% said they listen to music in car rides, 12% said they listen to music after school, 5% … More The power of music: Listening switches moods