The Tower Pulse
Photo courtesy of Grosse Pointe Public Schools.
Parravano now permanent South principal
Photo courtesy of Grosse Pointe Public Schools.
Principal Delgado leaving North
The future of educators and students alike remain in a state of confusion after the Department of Education was dismantled. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Executive order dismantles the Department of Education
The Science Olympiad Mural in the S-Building symbolizes the many fields of competition they compete in.
South Science Olympiad team gearing up for states
The camp, focusing on developing student leadership skills, runs from July 20 to July 25, 2025. Image courtesy of Michigan Association of Student Councils and Honor Societies.
2025 MASC/MAHS summer leadership camp open for registration
Photo Credits: Julia Roeder '25 and Jude O'Meara '27
New CFO hired by BOE
Assistant Principal Parravano appointed as South’s interim principal
Assistant Principal Parravano appointed as South’s interim principal
The board members pictured during the Dec. 9, 2024 meeting, hearing community members voice their opinion. Left to right; Trustee Ginny Jeup, Trustee Terrance Collins, President Sean Cotton, Superintendent Dr. Andrea Tuttle.
Board voted to review report
(Julia Roeder)
GPPSS election results
Breaking News: Power outage strikes again
Breaking News: Power outage strikes again
Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Put to the test: Students weigh the decision of which standardized test to take
Melissa Petz takes on prom with her childhood friend. Photo courtesy of Melissa Petz
The evolution of Prom at South High School
Black Bottom was once a vibrant Detroit community in the early 1900s with a prominent nightlife. Photo courtesy of Henry Ford College.
History of demolished Black Bottom
The class of 2025 student council stands in front of South with the Easter bunny as they hide eggs for their Easter egg hunt fundraiser, a yearly success. Photo courtesy of Brigid Williams.
Passing down the leadership
Books included in the GPPS curriculum.
Turning around teaching
Photo of American Red Cross flyer from the National Honor Society blood drive this past year
March: a month of donating
Infographic by: Sophia Fowler
The internet’s worst nightmare: “Cancel culture”
Living differently: How students are being affected by COVID-19
Living differently: How students are being affected by COVID-19
Out of school, out of sight: A look at lesser-known extracurriculars
Shooting for the stars: A look at women in male-dominated fields of STEM and media
Mr. Finney relaxing after a long day of excited Art and Design.
Five minutes with art teacher Alexander Finney
Maddison Duff' 23 racing at a Girl's Track Meet.
Five minutes with track star Madison Duff
Cierra Rice the new girls' track coach.
Five minutes with new Girls’ Track Coach Cierra Rice
The referee lifts Wyatt Hepner's '25 arm in victory after defeating his opponent in an intense match.
Five minutes with silver medalist wrestler Wyatt Hepner
Richie Barnwell ‘24 poses for a photo at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, TN for the Heart of America Showcase choir competition on March 11, 2023.
Five Minutes with Student Tech Crew Manager Richie Barnwell
Murals lined the old AI building as old art legacy projects.
The IA Legacy Lives on
The Grosse Pointe South Choir rehearsing for their upcoming performance in may and perfecting the routine and singing.
Preparation for singing their final solo
TikTok crazes at Choco Mania Cafe
TikTok crazes at Choco Mania Cafe
Image courtesy of Spotify.
Lucy Dacus makes her comeback with Forever is a Feeling
Photo courtesy of Amazon.
Disney blows their live adaptation of “Snow White”
TikTok crazes at Choco Mania Cafe
TikTok crazes at Choco Mania Cafe
Black owned businesses near Grosse Pointe
Black owned businesses near Grosse Pointe
High Pointe Burger Pointe Jointe opened up on Fisher, a perfect new spot for South students to enjoy lunch.
A smashing new lunch option
Wendy's Krabby Patty presents an underwhelming result despite the hype.
A Krabby Patty disaster
Summer Bucketlist
Summer Bucketlist
Photo courtesy of Amazon.
Disney blows their live adaptation of “Snow White”
Photo courtesy of Amazon.
“Mickey 17” and its political message
Photo courtesy of Disney.
Five movies coming to theaters soon
Image courtesy of IMDb.
The cruel truth: Gabby Petito documentary
“Anora” Producer Alex Coco stands at the mic holding his Oscar after winning for Best Picture. Anora took home five awards during the show, making it the most successful film of the night. Image courtesy of Free Malaysia Today.
The Oscars: surprised but satisfied
The Grosse Pointe South Choir rehearsing for their upcoming performance in may and perfecting the routine and singing.
Preparation for singing their final solo
Image courtesy of Spotify.
Lucy Dacus makes her comeback with Forever is a Feeling
Image courtesy of Spotify.
Return to Lady Gaga’s early beginnings
Photo Courtesy of When In Manila.
Top tier Tate
South's orchestra has practiced rigorously for months preparing for the upcoming state competition.
Tuning up for success
Murals lined the old AI building as old art legacy projects.
The IA Legacy Lives on
Image courtesy of Amazon.
Feminism in literature: The Bell Jar review
Sage Suson '26, Jolina Huchingson '25 and Allison Thomas '25 practice their lines for the musical.
Behind the curtains of South’s new musical
Photo courtesy of Amazon.
Beyond the pages
One Acts 2025, the Pointe Players perform
One Acts 2025, the Pointe Players perform
Thinking outside the bubble: bring back the era of The Rolling Stones
Thinking outside the bubble: bring back the era of The Rolling Stones
Lucy's letters: Spring break
Lucy’s letters: Spring break
The deal with April Fool’s Day
The deal with April Fool’s Day
Trump calls for the abolishment of the Department of Education
Trump calls for the abolishment of the Department of Education
Musk stands in front of the American flag, addressing a conference. Musk was appointed as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) after Donald Trump’s reelection and has spoken at many events since. Photo courtesy of Free Malaysia Today.
Elon Musk’s plot for power
Yes, it is that deep
Yes, it is that deep
A call for peace
A call for peace
Joshua Sonnenberg '25
The Place for Race in the Classroom
Burnout, pressure and inequality
Burnout, pressure and inequality
Knowledge under attack
Knowledge under attack
Breaking down the NFL Draft
Breaking down the NFL Draft
Chiefs vs. 49ers: Super Bowl predictions
Chiefs vs. 49ers: Super Bowl predictions
Showtime in Detroit
Showtime in Detroit
The highlight-reel of recruiting
The highlight-reel of recruiting
Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson celebrates a momentum-changing play in the backfield with defensive tackle Michael Brockers. Hutchinson played a key role in the Lions' 36-27 victory over the Washington Commanders with 3 sacks, including the first of his young career.
Brand new Lions
2024 Baseball team in Florida over last year spring break. Photo courtesy of Andrew Dilodivicio
Spring sports versus spring break
Varsity club's sports equipment drive
Varsity club’s sports equipment drive
Photo courtesy of Flickr
Guide to the perfect bracket
Michigan Wolverines are getting ready to take on the MSU Spartans in a crucial game. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Clash of the titans
Hoopin' into March Madness
Hoopin’ into March Madness
Donte Ormond ’26 dribbles up the court.
South’s unified basketball team wins against Clawson
Ruby Lenhard ‘26 locked into the game.
Girls varsity hockey senior night mercy
Anastazja Zieleniewski ’26 and the rest of the team line up for the national anthem before the first period starts.
Victory over the Hills
Lucy Tull ’25 is escorted by her parents during the Grosse Pointe United Gymnastics teams Senior Night.
Starring the senior
Getting back on track
Getting back on track
Getting back on track
Getting back on track
The Piston's massive rebound
The Piston’s massive rebound
Are half semester classes worth taking?
Are half semester classes worth taking?
2024 in music
2024 in music
Realistic solutions
Realistic solutions
Donte Ormond ’26 dribbles up the court.
South’s unified basketball team wins against Clawson
Ruby Lenhard ‘26 locked into the game.
Girls varsity hockey senior night mercy
Anastazja Zieleniewski ’26 and the rest of the team line up for the national anthem before the first period starts.
Victory over the Hills
Lucy Tull ’25 is escorted by her parents during the Grosse Pointe United Gymnastics teams Senior Night.
Starring the senior
Mid-Michigan trying to recover the puck after a shot attempt. They failed to score a goal, getting shutout.
South girls hockey keeps top rank in the state with shutout victory
The Tower Class of 2023
The Tower Class of 2023
The Tower Class of 2022
The Tower Class of 2022
Tales from quarantine
Tales from quarantine
MAC basketball semifinal recap: Blue Devils take on Roseville
Dogs, pancakes, horses and more: Wellness week destresses post midterms

The Tower Pulse

The Tower Pulse
News
Photo courtesy of Grosse Pointe Public Schools.
Parravano now permanent South principal
Jude O'Meara '27, Copy Editor • April 15, 2025
Photo courtesy of Grosse Pointe Public Schools.
Principal Delgado leaving North
Jude O'Meara '27, Copy Editor • April 15, 2025
The future of educators and students alike remain in a state of confusion after the Department of Education was dismantled. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Executive order dismantles the Department of Education
Audrey MacGillis '25, Supervising Copy Editor • April 2, 2025
Features
Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Put to the test: Students weigh the decision of which standardized test to take
Leila Oskui ’26, Supervising Photo Editor • April 4, 2025
Melissa Petz takes on prom with her childhood friend. Photo courtesy of Melissa Petz
The evolution of Prom at South High School
Amelia MacGillis ‘27, Staff Writer • April 4, 2025
Black Bottom was once a vibrant Detroit community in the early 1900s with a prominent nightlife. Photo courtesy of Henry Ford College.
History of demolished Black Bottom
Isaac Brenner ’26, Associate Print Editor • April 4, 2025
Editorials
Yes, it is that deep
A call for peace
Joshua Sonnenberg '25
Arts & Entertainment
Murals lined the old AI building as old art legacy projects.
The IA Legacy Lives on
Ana Zieleniewski '26, Staff Writer • April 8, 2025
The Grosse Pointe South Choir rehearsing for their upcoming performance in may and perfecting the routine and singing.
Preparation for singing their final solo
April 8, 2025
TikTok crazes at Choco Mania Cafe
TikTok crazes at Choco Mania Cafe
April 8, 2025
Image courtesy of Spotify.
Lucy Dacus makes her comeback with Forever is a Feeling
April 7, 2025
Opinion
Thinking outside the bubble: bring back the era of The Rolling Stones
Thinking outside the bubble: bring back the era of The Rolling Stones
Julia Roeder '25, Print Editor in Chief • April 8, 2025
Lucy's letters: Spring break
Lucy’s letters: Spring break
April 8, 2025
The deal with April Fool’s Day
The deal with April Fool’s Day
April 8, 2025
Trump calls for the abolishment of the Department of Education
Trump calls for the abolishment of the Department of Education
April 8, 2025
Sports
2024 Baseball team in Florida over last year spring break. Photo courtesy of Andrew Dilodivicio
Spring sports versus spring break
Sarah Cook '25, Supervising Copy Editor • April 7, 2025
Varsity club's sports equipment drive
Varsity club’s sports equipment drive
April 7, 2025
Photo courtesy of Flickr
Guide to the perfect bracket
April 2, 2025
Michigan Wolverines are getting ready to take on the MSU Spartans in a crucial game. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Clash of the titans
March 20, 2025