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The Student News Site of Shorecrest Preparatory School

The Chronicle

The Student News Site of Shorecrest Preparatory School

The Chronicle

Thespians pose on a staircase at the District IV Thespian Festival. [Front to back] Luca Baker, Maddison Cirino, Tanyiah Ellison, Alex Lewis, Summer Farkas, Jill Marcus, Ella Mathews, Sanjay Sinha, Isabella Jank, Sofia Lee, Boston Littlepage-Santana, Sally Keane, Tyler Biggar, Tanner Johnson, Jasper Hallock-Wishner, Remy de Paris, Alex Jank, Kaelie Dieter, and Daniel Cooper. Photo by Michael McCarthy.

Holy Toledo!

Lucille Procaccino and Natalia Davila December 19, 2024

     Singing, dancing, and monologues, oh my! From reenacting scenes from The Wizard of Oz to performing “Toledo Surprise,” Shorecrest’s Troupe 3140 showcased their hard work at the District...

An illustration of Ariana Grande showcasing her iconic stage presence.

New Look, Greater Fame

Grace Manning, Entertainment Editor December 19, 2024

  From a complete shift in character to a shocking fashion alteration, celebrities rebrand themselves in revolutionary ways that often skyrocket their fame.      The term “rebranding” for...

Holiday Fun

Holiday Fun

Merritt Butler, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

Star pop singer Sabrina Carpenter poses after singing during one of her concerts. Carpenter’s song “Espresso” was Billboard’s number one global song of summer 2024.

Sabrina Carpenter: I’m The Face of Feminism and You’re Not

Nithya Nayegandhi, Staff Social Media December 15, 2024

     Society has always expected women to be modest in clothing and demeanor, looking down on those not afraid to speak their minds and dress how they please.      However, modern feminists...

Your Guide to a Sustainable-Girl Winter

Your Guide to a Sustainable-Girl Winter

Sarah Kingsford, Features Editor December 12, 2024

The dead pixel on the nighttime screen of Mouthwashing’s spaceship, the Tulpar. One of the game characters says, “In the back of my mind, it’s always there.”

Mouthwashing is a Breath of Fresh Air For Indie Horror Fans

Harper Nelson-Wooley, Staff Illustrator December 11, 2024

     Films and video games that seek to disturb the consumer through the threat of space-age dangers are wildly popular. Aliens, monsters, robots, stranded spaceships, and a distinct lack of food...

A Tampa Bay mural titled “Moo” by artist Cristi López.

A City Painted With Stories

Caroline Bean, Staff Writer December 8, 2024

   Walking through the streets of downtown St. Pete, murals cover almost every open wall, taking passersby directly into an artistic haven. While private artists contribute greatly to this landscape,...

A display of jewelry featuring rings decorated with colorful stones and a beaded necklace.

A Shimmering New Era

Kaelie Dieter, Staff Writer November 27, 2024

     Shorecrest’s new dress code has led to a noticeable upsurge in the number of accessories worn around the school. When schools restrict students’ daily fashion choices, students must find new...

A can of Celsius flavored “Arctic Vibe” purports to boost metabolism and burn body fat. Arctic Vibe is described as “an icy chill of refreshing Frozen Berry flavor” by the Celsius company.

Energized or Endangered?

Avery Lurie, Staff Writer November 6, 2024

     “I know this sounds bad, but I can stop anytime I want,” said sophomore Andrei Imensek. As soon as this leaves his mouth, classmates can spot Imensek reaching for his preferred energy drink,...

From Posters to Posting

From Posters to Posting

Grace Manning, Entertainment Editor November 6, 2024

 Across all social media platforms, four of the top five most followed individuals are music artists. “When I was younger, you would have to write a letter to the [music] artist that you liked, and...

Very Real poses on stage. (Left to right: Sarah Kingsford, Jensen Hallock-Wishner, Andrew Myint, and Ethan Creadon)

“Very Real” Troubles

Polina Creadon, Staff Writer November 6, 2024

   Being a part of a band and making music with friends is a fun and rewarding experience, but it also has its challenges. Shorecrest’s high school rock band, Very Real, knows this fact all too well.      The...

Sephora Kids

Sephora Kids

Samantha Ultes, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

 Plastic princess heels, Claire’s fake makeup toys, and flowy tutus were common among young girls in the early 2000s. We all waited until the day we grew up and were old enough to use these seemingly...

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