The student news site of Battle High School

The Spearhead

The student news site of Battle High School

The Spearhead

The student news site of Battle High School

The Spearhead

Op-Ed: Why SRG Will Fail

Jackie Ozanich, Managing Editor March 3, 2023

Standards-Referenced Grading (SRG) is a relatively new grading system that has been integrated into CPS since 2016, and will soon be making its debut at the high school level.       SRG is a new...

NBA

Blockbuster Trades in NBA

Graham Hoffman, Freelance Reporter February 15, 2023

      As the NBA season nears its midpoint, we approach a day all NBA fans love: the NBA trade deadline. Known as one of the most dramatic deadlines in sports, the NBA trade deadline is always packed...

Top 5 Holiday Movies

Isaac Boss, Reporter December 19, 2022

There are many ways to celebrate the holiday season, but one that many people partake in is watching films! Today, I have for you a list of the greatest holiday movies of all time. Do keep in mind though,...

What Are You Listening To?

Isaac Boss, Reporter September 20, 2022

A poll went out asking what students listened to over the course of the last three months, starting with the beginning of summer break. Poll-takers were required to answer 3-5 songs of their favorite or...

TikTok: more than just funny videos

TikTok: more than just funny videos

Patrick nkongro , Reporter March 10, 2022

TikTok is more than just funny videos, it has become a social media platform that connects, relates, and educates kids and adults.    TikTok allows people to be themselves and it also shows...

Black empowerment

Black empowerment

Aaliyah Preyer, reporter December 20, 2021

Black empowerment     Being black is more than just a color, more than a race, black is powerful in a way a lot of people won’t understand. It’s powerful because it’s something that nobody...

Stever On Sports

Nathan Stever, Editor In Chief November 10, 2021
Was Gruden judged too fast?

Athletes Influence On Social Media

Nathan Stever, Editor In Chief September 30, 2021

There’s no secret social media is growing larger everyday. Apps like Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, and Tik Tok have given many users a platform to speak on. Some creators use these platforms...

Columbia Mall

Everything Wrong With The Mall

Jennifer Pereyra, Reporter May 14, 2021

The Columbia Mall has seemed to spike up some mixed emotions in many people, due to the lack of good stores and entertainment. With at least 81 stores, most of them still seem to disappoint those who visit. We’ve...

Top 10 movies releasing this year

Payson Davenport January 15, 2021

 2020 is officially in the past and now we have a new year to look forward to and hopefully this year can make up for the unfortunate events that took place last year. But with a new year comes new things...

A review of “Prodigal Son”

Makayla Voris January 13, 2021

Prodigal Son made its first appearance on television on September 23, 2019. Created by Chris Fedak and Sam Sklaver, this crime drama series stars Tom Payne and Michael Sheen, who play a father-son duo...

December movie suggestions

Makayla Voris December 18, 2020

The month of December marks excitement for millions around the world. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or just enjoy the festive season. There is one thing that can be counted on: movie companies...

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