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March serves as Self-Harm Awareness Month, established by LifeSIGNS in 1999. The movement was designed to make hard topics easier to discuss, highlighting the importance of supporting those who struggle silently.

The silent struggle

Story by Leighton Kelems, Copy Editor March 20, 2026

As temperatures change and warm sunlight begins to beam throughout the sky, people around the world prepare to celebrate various holidays including International Women's Month and St. Patrick's Day, while...

On every third Monday in January, the United States of America recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the phrase “a day on, not a day off” often used to represent the ongoing effort to recognize racial equality, love and justice. As a result of this holiday, many schools, banks, post offices and federal offices close in honor of his memory. Understanding the true impact Dr. King has and continues to have on our lives proves to be crucial for our generation.

A Day On

Story by Temilola Ogunkolade, Culture Editor January 21, 2026

On every third Monday in January, the United States of America recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the phrase “a day on, not a day off” often used to represent the ongoing effort to recognize...

Around 18,000 adolescents a year receive a type 1 diabetes diagnosis, with most symptoms developing rapidly when noticed by parents or guardians. Advocating for type 1 diabetes is extremely important in today's world; by understanding the daily realities people face and supporting their continued progress, society can help ensure every child with the diagnosis has the opportunity to thrive — this November and beyond.

Beyond the Diagnosis

Story by Natalie Debenport, Opinion Editor November 14, 2025

Awakened by the sharp ringing of blood sugar alarms, children across the nation constantly feel the effect of fluctuations in their blood sugar, causing them to feel dizzy or nauseous — a daily reality...

Students pose with their artwork at the eighth annual Dyslexia Awareness Night.  TISD supports around 500 students in their journey with dyslexia, and provides an annual Dyslexia Awareness Night, where students obtain an opportunity to celebrate their individual progress, growth and understanding.

Disproving Inability, Promoting Ability

Story by Temilola Ogunkolade, Culture Editor October 27, 2025

Dyslexia often presents itself in the form of difficulty processing sounds, mixing up letters and experiencing frustration with writing. Students with dyslexia face a learning disability that makes reading...

Suicide Prevention Month exists as a reminder that no wounds are too far gone to repair. As you navigate through this meaningful month, remember that you are loved, and your life matters.

A Conversation That Could Save A Life

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, Managing Editor September 1, 2025

September serves as Suicide Prevention Month. This month honors those who lost their lives to suicide, those who currently battle suicidal ideations, and those who have been personally impacted by suicide. Suicide...

FILE PHOTO: As students all around the world step into May, a variety of commitments and events begin to flood their calendars, but there is one event that means more than just a day on a calendar–Mental Health Awareness Month. 

Unmasking the Mental

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, copy editor May 1, 2025

As students all around the world step into May, a variety of commitments and events begin to flood their calendars, but there is one event that means more than just a day on a calendar–Mental Health...

Graphic by Addison Cross. TISD is one of many school districts across America that has worked to improve school accommodations for dyslexic students and recognizes October as Dyslexia Awareness Month.

Alphabet soup

Story by Addison Cross, editor in chief October 18, 2019

October is awareness month. From breast cancer to pasta, this time of year is jam packed with causes to celebrate fundraise, and research. With so many events in only 31 days, it’s easy for things to...

photo illustration by Emilee Slayton

Grasping on to hope

Story by Emilee Slayton, staff writer November 2, 2017

The drive was infinite. She had no clue who this man was, or where she was going. The little girl tried to focus on what was outside of the truck. The towering trees. The absence of light. The fear overpowered...

Junior Jenna Mitchell donates to the Battered Women's shelter through the Art Club.

Aiding others through art

Story by Victoria Van, entertainment editor October 31, 2017

Art Club is currently accepting craft supplies, as well as DVD donations, for kids who are victims of domestic abuse. The drive is being held with the hope of spreading creativity and art by opening up...

National Diabetes Awareness Month

National Diabetes Awareness Month

Story by Celeste Anderson, staff writer November 13, 2015

Ten finger pricks and six shots of insulin over the course of a day equals 3,650 finger pricks and 2,190 shots of insulin over the course of a year. These numbers don’t even include the countless low...

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