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  • Irish Illustrations: Uniform Degeneration

    Thursday, April 08, 2010 By: Alex Foerstner and Bridget Rogers

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  • PC vs. Mac: HP Envy outshines MacBook Pro in compatibility, cost

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Ryan Sartor

    When it comes to computers, most people want state-of-the-art models, especially in this increasingly technological world. However, a battle between two major name brands has raged on for two and a ha

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  • Intelligent animals require special attention when in captivity

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: The Editorial Staff

    In light of the recent orca whale’s attack on a trainer at Sea World, many people are calling for the animal to be euthanized. However, instead of calling the arguable “ferocity” of orcas into questio

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  • Kolleens kick it up at national competition

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Sean McGuire

    The Kolleens dance team spent March participating in several dance competitions.The girls traveled to Orlando to compete at the University of Central Florida on March 7. At the Champion Dance competit

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  • Teen gambling addiction prevalent

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Nicole Foerstner

    Whether it is Texas Hold’em, slot machines or betting on tournaments like March Madness, gambling has been reaching a younger audience. According to the National Center for Responsible Gaming, anywher

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  • Urban farming provides city-grown produce to New Orleans

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Shreya Kashyap

    New Orleans, situated along the moist, fertile edge of the Mississippi River, has a semi-tropical climate that translates to an almost 12-month growing season, ideal for the progression of the urban f

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  • Morality of orca captivity debated

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Heather Hartdegen

    On Feb. 27 in Orlando, Florida, one of Sea World’s eight orca whales attacked and drowned his trainer Dawn Brancheau as the public watched through an underwater window.The attack has raised questions

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  • Irish Idol showcases student talent

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Anna Whitaker

    On March 19, finalists performed in King’s seventh annual Irish Idol compeition.Eight of the 41 contestants made the final round. The finalists included junior Jessica Borque, who sang “Happy” by Leon

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  • Escalating controversy surrounds 2010 census

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Ashley Guillory and Bridget Rogers

    As “Census Day” approaches, U.S. residents are urged by media advertising to complete their census forms by April 1. However, this year’s census is cause for controversy on many levels.Advertisements

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  • Charter Schools: Race to the Top may threaten public education

    Monday, April 05, 2010 By: Jessica Parker

    Along with 14 other states and the District of Columbia, Louisiana has been selected as a phase one finalist for the Race to the Top program. The $4.35 billion grant is to turn around lower performing

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Irish Eyes Grace King High School Metairie, LA
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Charter Schools: Race to the Top may threaten public education
Along with 14 other states and the District of Columbia, Louisiana has been selected as a phase one finalist for the Race to the Top program. The $4.35 billion grant is to turn around lower performing
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MAO wins at competitionThe Mu Alpha Theta team competed in the Riverside Competition on March 6. The team placed second in Sweepstakes, and second in the Interschool test. Seniors Paul Le, Yasser Abde
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World renowned program under consideration for King
The International Baccalaureate (IB) programme, founded in 1968, is a non-profit educational foundation which helps to develop skills to “live, learn and work in a rapidly globalizing world,” accordin
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As “Census Day” approaches, U.S. residents are urged by media advertising to complete their census forms by April 1. However, this year’s census is cause for controversy on many levels.Advertisements
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On March 19, finalists performed in King’s seventh annual Irish Idol compeition.Eight of the 41 contestants made the final round. The finalists included junior Jessica Borque, who sang “Happy” by Leon
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Teen gambling addiction prevalent
Whether it is Texas Hold’em, slot machines or betting on tournaments like March Madness, gambling has been reaching a younger audience. According to the National Center for Responsible Gaming, anywher
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Although uniform policies are typically associated with private schools, many public schools throughout Louisiana require a dress code.Requiring students to wear uniforms or conform to dress codes is
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Incoming freshmen are often faced with choices between numerous housing options and meal plans. Local colleges, including LSU, UNO, Tulane and Loyola, each offer various selections for both students l
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Though many seniors plan to attend college in the fall, some may be unsure of what to expect once they arrive.Unlike high schools, universities like LSU, Loyola, Tulane and UNO all use credit hour sys
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