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A group of freshman girls (left to right: Scarlett Bedell, Zoe Eichenbaum, Jayden Cove and Shelmy Diaz) sit at a freshman-only lunch table in the Charger Commons cafeteria. Tables have been reserved for underclassmen so they can easily find a place to eat in the crowded cafeteria, where seating is limited to first-come-first-serve.
Ramps, Not Rules
The Summer I Promoted Toxicity
The Summer I Promoted Toxicity
A Graduation Cap being tossed infront of Landy Hall. The tradition of tossing grad caps in the air started in 1912
The Ivy League Loophole
True Crime is to Die For
True Crime is to Die For
Our Drugs Aren’t “Fun”
Our Drugs Aren’t “Fun”
A group of freshman girls (left to right: Scarlett Bedell, Zoe Eichenbaum, Jayden Cove and Shelmy Diaz) sit at a freshman-only lunch table in the Charger Commons cafeteria. Tables have been reserved for underclassmen so they can easily find a place to eat in the crowded cafeteria, where seating is limited to first-come-first-serve.
Ramps, Not Rules
Our Drugs Aren’t “Fun”
Our Drugs Aren’t “Fun”
Sydney Sweeney Sucks
Sydney Sweeney Sucks
AI-generated bunnies jump atop a deepfake trampoline. A viral video of hyperrealistic bunnies on a trampoline circulating TikTok raised concerns about the realism of AI-generated videos. People are worried how easily they could be fooled by AI. Photo generated by ChatGPT.
We’re Definitely Getting Scammed
There’s a Pause Before “And.” Use a Comma
There’s a Pause Before “And.” Use a Comma
Editorial: The Price of Independence
Editorial: The Price of Independence
Editorial: The Art of Balance in Course Registration
Editorial: The Art of Balance in Course Registration
Editorial: Finding Balance in a Digitally-Distracted World
Editorial: Finding Balance in a Digitally-Distracted World
Editorial: Chasing Perfection, Losing Perspective
Editorial: Chasing Perfection, Losing Perspective
Editorial: The New Dress Code is Mostly Good
Editorial: The New Dress Code is Mostly Good
Letter to the Editor: Bathrooms
Letter to the Editor: Bathrooms
Letter to the Editor: Bathrooms
Letter to the Editor: Bathrooms
Letter to the Editor: Executive Orders
Letter to the Editor: Executive Orders
A Graduation Cap being tossed infront of Landy Hall. The tradition of tossing grad caps in the air started in 1912
The Ivy League Loophole
Students (left to right: junior Margo Armstrong, junior Cassan Johnson, senior Mila Bianco and freshman Hayden Zielinski) pose in their jeans. After the Shorecrest dress code prohibited leggings and sweatpants, jeans have increased in popularity.
Jeans on the Hot Seat
New Upper School Math Teacher Paul McInerney teaches a lesson to one of his AP Statistics classes.
Before The Crest: Paul McInerney
Meet the New Upper School Faculty
Meet the New Upper School Faculty
Levitt & Prasatthong D.D.S., P.A. dentistry office at 7701 38th Ave. N sits ready for patients. Patients remember this office from its unique submarine play area.
The Tooth Hurts, but Not for Long
Junior Ryan Flugel puts his phone into the organizer before class in AP Calculus BC. All Shorecrest teachers this year are required to collect phones before class starts.
Do Not Disturb
Senior Shanya Watson, junior Donyae Hazley and sophomore Natalia Davila smile in front of the Pre-Dental Club poster. The Pre-Dental Club was created by Hazley this year.
A Variety of Options
US Health Teacher and Coach Jonathan Tallon standing in his new classroom. Although holding a new position, he is not new to the Shorecrest community as he was a coach for the Middle School girls basketball team in years prior.
Freshman Health Course Gets a Redesign
Shorecrest Cuts School Choice Funding, Opts for Independence from State
Shorecrest Cuts School Choice Funding, Opts for Independence from State
US Social Studies Department Chair and GSI Director and AP African American Studies teacher Kayla Brazee begins her AP African American Studies class. After not being able to run for two years due to not enough sign-ups, the class has now been able to run.
AP African American Studies Sparks Conversation
Junior Michael Mizrahi fences at Tampa Fencing Academy. He practices every day alongside his girlfriend Anna Walter. Photo by Sloane Williams.
Masks, Mustaches and Matzah
Students in the Theater Arts class practice their performance for a showcase. The class dances twice a week to ensure best results.
They’re All-Stars
Senior Damarion Feaster leading the Shorecrest football team to the before game huddle. He leads the team in receiving touchdowns for the season.
Meet the Captains for the 2025 Fall Sports
Senior Clark Mason practices in Snell Isle at the Vinoy Golf Club. Mason is committed to playing golf at Duke University in North Carolina.
A Blue Devil Dream
The concession stand in the Shorecrest Athletic Center. This year, students are running concessions during home games as part of a new program led by Athletic Director Anthony McCall and Director of The Ross Roeder Institute Earl Walton.
Same Places, Different Faces
The Summer I Promoted Toxicity
The Summer I Promoted Toxicity
True Crime is to Die For
True Crime is to Die For
Citizens pose with pride signs at the intersection of Central Avenue and 25th Street. A peaceful gathering to protest the removal of a pride crosswalk on this block took place on September 1.
Murals Paved Over Amid Protest
Official poster for "Superman" directed by James Gunn. Courtesy of DC Studios.
“There’s a Starman”
Official poster for “KPop Demon Hunters.” Courtesy of Netflix.
What’s the Deal with “KPop Demon Hunters?”
A small identity crisis?
Jack-O’Lantern
Riptides 2024-2025
Riptides 2024-2025
A Time Called Guilt
Zoochosis
Being from Florida, climbing mountains was not in my skill set before this trip. However, each peak we summited made me feel proud. I had never walked up to the top of a mountain before, but after this, I can say that I have. Many times, in fact
A Month Backpacking in Alaska’s Talkeetna Mountains
Hurricane Update - Photostory
Hurricane Update – Photostory
Senior Zev Schulman jumps into his teammate’s arms celebrating a goal during the JV boys lacrosse team’s game on February 13, 2025 vs. Boca Ciega High. Photo by Jocelyn Sheppard.
Sports Highlights: March 2025
Change has come to Downtown St. Petersburg as an influx of new residents have recently moved to the Sunshine State. With them, new wealth has poured into the St. Petersburg economy while leaving many longtime residents struggling to keep up.
Changing Skyline
Junior boys pose at the end of their powder puff cheer. The juniors looked to defend their 2023 cheer title, but fell short to the seniors.
Photo Story: A Homecoming Moment to Remember
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.
Three Times the Charm: Thespians State Festival Video | The Chronicle
VEX Robotics - Shorecrest's High Stakes Season | The Chronicle
VEX Robotics – Shorecrest’s High Stakes Season | The Chronicle
Ruined items and debris sit outside of a home on Coffee Pot Riviera in Snell Isle. This specific house had all of its furniture ruined due to flooding and will likely be knocked down in the near future. The residents are living in an apartment in downtown St. Pete for one year while they search for a permanent home.
Riding the Storm: Understanding Hurricanes and St. Pete’s Strength
We Are The Chronicle
The Outlet - Episode 3: Lifers
The Outlet – Episode 3: Lifers
The Outlet - Episode 2: Sweet n' Sour
The Outlet – Episode 2: Sweet n’ Sour
The Outlet - Episode 1: The Passion Project
The Outlet – Episode 1: The Passion Project
Ep.3 - The Career Club Podcast with Matt Silverman
Ep.3 – The Career Club Podcast with Matt Silverman
Ep.2 - The Career Club Podcast with Edric Engert
Ep.2 – The Career Club Podcast with Edric Engert
October 2025
October 2025
Senior Cole Goldenberg takes photos at the varsity football team’s state championship game in The Villages on November 14th, 2024
April 2025
Students listen attentively as junior Anastasia Davis teaches about Russian culture during the first Harmony Across Borders meeting.
March 2025
Senior Maddie Needler sprints after the ball in the flag football team’s game against Berkeley Prep. This was their first game on the new field. They lost 13-6.
November 2024
Eighth-grader Riley Jaquish prepares to catch the ball and make a tag at third base. The softball team lost 12-7 on April 2nd to Bradenton Christian.
April 2024
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