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The poster for Dune: Part Two.

“Dune: Part Two” Reviewed

Taylor Reddington, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

After the spectacle known as “Dune: Part One” hit the screens in 2021, director Denis Villeneuve has returned to create another smashingly successful movie. On opening weekend, the sequel “Dune:...

An Auschwitz orchestra performs.

Hidden History No. 3: The Musicians of Auschwitz

Alexandra Carcel, Editor April 26, 2024

In Dec. 1940, SS officials at the concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau established the first official camp band. The band, which began with only seven musicians, quickly grew and was divided into a symphony...

Plastic Pollution around Marine life is becoming an expected occurrence, but individuals can help stop it.

Ocean Conservation No.1: Marine Plastic Pollution

Ireene Otunnu, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

Have you ever been to a marine area, such as a canal, bay, or beach, and seen particles of plastic floating somewhere nearby? Have you ever wondered how they ended up there in the first place? Well, it...

The Penguin Classic edition cover of The Pearl.

Book Corners No. 5: “The Pearl” by John Steinbeck

Ireene Otunnu, Staff Writer April 24, 2024

When given the opportunity to obtain the riches of life -- happiness, wealth, and everlasting peace -- Kino cannot seem to resist the natural temptation and attraction he has towards these things he is...

The first African American Bank President, Maggie L. Walker.

Hidden History No. 2: Maggie L. Walker, an American Trailblazer

Alexandra Carcel, Editor April 16, 2024

Maggie L. Walker epitomizes the term trailblazer. Besides being a teacher, civil rights leader, disability advocate, and businesswoman, she was the first African-American woman to charter a bank and serve...

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Liz Montague: Cherokee Grad and Author of “Maybe an Artist”

Lily Barber, Editor in Chief April 11, 2024

Liz Montague's full circle moment: a featured author for CHS One Book One School. Every summer, the students at Cherokee have to read one book from choices selected by the school as a part of the One...

Suzanne Collins second installment of The Hunger Games series.

Book Corner No. 6: “Catching Fire” by Suzanne Collins

Ireene Otunnu, Staff Writer April 10, 2024

As the second installment of the “Hunger Games,” “Catching Fire” is the exciting follow-up novel to the stories of both Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mallark after their successful yet sacrificial...

Jon Stewart at the desk of The Daily Show.

Jon Stewart Returns to “The Daily Show”

Alexandra Carcel, Arts/Entertainment Editor March 13, 2024

On Monday, Feb. 12, comedian Jon Stewart returned to “The Daily Show” after more than an eight-year hiatus.  Stewart, a comedian known for his work on “The Problem with Jon Stewart” and more,...

Cherokee Softball: All You Need to Know Before the Season

Cherokee Softball: All You Need to Know Before the Season

Ava Zink, Staff Writer March 5, 2024

As February ends, many spring sports are close to beginning. Cherokee softball tryouts are only a few weeks away. Official tryouts for the team begin March 14th through the 16th, while pitchers and catchers...

Accounting IV Takes on Taxes

Accounting IV Takes on Taxes

Alexandra Carcel, Arts/Entertainment Editor March 1, 2024

On March 7 and 11, Ms. Laverne’s Accounting IV class will participate in free tax filing nights at Cherokee from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The event is open to all New Jersey residents and will provide students...

A visual representation of this week. Created inside the school store by Carissa Mahoney, Paige Drummond, and Lily Barber.

This Week in Spoons Vol. 6: It’s Finally Over!

Lily Barber, Editor-in-Chief February 29, 2024

During the week of Feb. 12-17, the Class of 2024 has completed their legacy in Spoons! Another year of excitement and drama was stirred up by the game.    The week began with six players: Nick...

A poster for Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

“Percy Jackson and the Olympians”: Finally, a Good Adaptation

Lila Zink, School News Editor February 27, 2024

Long-suffering fans of the “Percy Jackson” book series have been looking forward to an accurate adaptation since the release of its two movie adaptations in 2010 and 2013, which left fans less than...

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