Bearing News

Science explains Zoom fatigue

Amira McKee • January 5, 2021

As the unprecedented need for social distancing forces society into increasing dependency on technology to communicate, the feeling of exhaustion following a day of video calls has become universal. “Zoom fatigue” refers to the unusual tiredness, worry or discomfort associated with prolonged and frequent interactions via video calls such as Zoom and other similar technologies. With school, work and social gatherings largely taking place virtually, spending hours on video calls each day is nearly unavoidable, creating new questions and avenues of research on the subject.

Financial obligations raise stakes for MSHSAA students

Bailey Stover • October 11, 2019

Clubs can have dues of up to $30 though not all organizations cost to join. For students who may not be able to afford the price of participation in clubs or athletics, various organizations offer opportunities to offset the costs.

Unbearable burden

Bailey Stover • October 8, 2019

Backpack weight proves detrimental for student health On a daily basis, senior Daniel White estimates his backpack weighs between 20 and 30 pounds and includes two composition notebooks, a folder, a binder,...

From the streets to the screen

Amira McKee • October 3, 2019

The evolution of activism, protest culture in American society While scrolling through Instagram feeds, tapping through Snapchat stories or fumbling through Facebook profiles, one can’t help but stumble...

Transportation impacts students’ schedules, involvement

Audrey Novinger • May 20, 2019

Access to transportation impacts students' involvement in certain activities. Activity buses do not run at CPS high schools, and students must plan schedules accordingly.

Students adapt mindfulness techniques

Ji-Sung Lee • April 2, 2019

More than 200 courses populate the Columbia Public School’s High School Student Registration Guide, yet a class on mindfulness doesn’t make the cut. In England, however, up to 370 schools will start practicing the subject, expanding the traditional curriculum beyond math, science and history, a New York Times article said.

Childhood tales affect adult morality

Bailey Stover • February 28, 2019

Raised by parents from South Sudan, freshman Mabior Akuiem grew up in Kenya before moving to the U.S. in 2015. From folk tales about how a mustache became stuck on a person’s face to his father’s life story, Akuiem absorbed the world around him and processed it in his own way, allowing the experiences and morals he heard to shape him.

Spoken language brings power, influence

Bailey Stover • February 27, 2019

As children age, they understand how to use their words to express their wants, needs and emotions.

Seniors struggle with applying to college, receive teacher assistance

Emily Oba • February 25, 2019

The frenzy of applying to college can become overwhelming for students who give themselves many options of schools.

Estrada remains optimistic despite family, physical challenges

Emily Oba • December 18, 2018

Standing in front of the entrance to the house, senior Eric Estrada kept a watchful eye on his old grandpa. Glancing at his cousin Toño, they both questioned him on how he got the cigarettes in his hands....

Students dress for success

Emily Oba • November 12, 2018

Students dress up for testing and important life events for a confidence boost and more overall success.

Class participation varies on students

Emily Oba • March 21, 2018

Some students hesitate to raise their hand because of fear of answering wrong or being unable to provide a response.