Author Addresses Raiders For Black History Month

     On the second day of "Respect For All Week," Raiders had the opportunity to meet motivational speaker Gregory B. Dickerson, who had an interactive discussion with students about the impact of racial slurs, particularly within the African American community. Students were informed about language use, education for blacks, which is the main topic of his self-published book Steven: The Education Of A Young Black Man's Mind Do You Really Think You Need the "N" Word In Your Life?, and the importance of eliminating the degrading word "nigger" from our society's vocabulary. This assembly caused much controversy among students, who regularly use the word, but we can only hope that the majority will rethink before using it in the future.

Mr. Dickerson and history teacher Ms. Loyd

     

Welcome Back Raiders!

     It's the beginning of a new term, and we are back in full swing. Even with the blistering cold, and the icy roads, Raiders managed to bundle up and make it to school today for a new beginning. The staff of The Crow's Nest would like to welcome you back, and wish you a very happy and successful second semester! Let's make this your finest semester ever! Stay positive, give your best effort, and be happy in your school work, because your education will lead you to a great life. This month, be sure to look for our print issue, highlighting the return of the Honors Academy and our school's performance on the Quality Review. Also, check our online Crow for our Valentine's Day "Sweethearts" Gallery, which will highlight our school's cutest couples!

Gateway Pizza Party!

     On Thursday 23rd, Gateway hosted a pizza party reunion for seniors and freshmen to receive their Gateway hoodies and T-shirts. All the students were pleased with the way the hoodies came out (shout out to our editor Nicole Montana who designed them!), and were all smiles as they ate their delicious pizza.