Zach Farrell '21, Staff Writer
May 14, 2018 • No Comments
Ninety-five percent. This was the attendance rate here at South over the course of the 2016-2017 school year, up over one percent from the statewide average, according to the Michigan School databases. ...
Brooklyn Northcross '20, Staff Writer
May 4, 2018 • No Comments
Ultralight Beam was once one of my favorite songs; Kanye’s musical brilliance within the lyrics, the rhythm and the vocals made it a timeless song that I could always play. However, due to his recent comments, it will ne...
Recent News Stories
- German students plan for their summer trip to Germany May 2, 2018
- The Detroit and Grosse Pointe communities were brought together for the annual Belle Isle Clean Up April 27, 2018
- Staff Appreciation Week March 28, 2018
Bridget Doyle '21, Guest Writer
May 21, 2018 • No Comments
Stressful. Time-consuming. Exhausting. These are some of the first words that come to many students’ minds when they hear the word “homework.” A poll conducted by ejinsight.com states that “more than seven in 10 sc...
Maddie Weekley '21, Guest Writer
May 17, 2018 • No Comments
Rising seas. Melting glaciers. Frequent heat waves. The release of excess carbon into the atmosphere can come with serious consequences that may hurt our planet. However, each person is capable of reducing their carbon footpri...
Recent Features Stories
- DECA sets business students ahead May 17, 2018
- The class of 2018 seeks a new prom venue May 15, 2018
- Stress of the dress May 15, 2018
Sylvia Hodges '19, Copy Editor
May 25, 2018 • No Comments
Winnipeg Jets vs. Las Vegas Golden Knights The Las Vegas Golden Knights continue to make history by being only the third franchise in NHL history to make it to the Stanley Cup Final in its inaugural season. The Golden Kni...
Sylvia Hodges '19, Copy Editor
May 23, 2018 • No Comments
Winnipeg Jets vs. Nashville Predators Despite forcing a game seven, the Nashville Predators were unable to defeat the Winnipeg Jets to move onto the Western Conference Final. Before entering the playoffs this year, ...
Recent Sports Stories
- Girls sports at Grosse Pointe South May 16, 2018
- Teacher of 32 years reflects on Pistons’ Final in Main Gym May 4, 2018
- NHL playoffs first round recap April 26, 2018
March 22, 2018
Fake Instagrams, better known as “Finstas” seem like a harmless concept. A place to keep random pictures and videos the creator didn’t find worthy enough to earn a spot on their main page, put th...
Recent school shooting sparks new school safety policies
March 9, 2018
The conflicted reality of diversity between Grosse Pointe, the stigma behind the N-Word
February 15, 2018
Tower offers support to survivors of sexual assault
February 9, 2018
“The Hate U Give” displays the current racial issues in America today
May 7, 2018
“The Hate U Give” is a poignant novel, important within today’s society and a story which every...
Controversy Arises with Kanye West’s Political Views
May 4, 2018
Ultralight Beam was once one of my favorite songs; Kanye’s musical brilliance within the lyrics, t...
Upcoming concerts in the Detroit area
April 25, 2018
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May 25, 2018
Most students dread the early Saturday mornings spent answering ambiguous questions for five hours on the...
“Life of The Party” is predictable, but entertaining
May 25, 2018
“Life of The Party” is a new comedy starring Melissa McCarthy that was released May 11, 2018. The ...
Summer Jobs to Build Your College Application
May 14, 2018
The school year is winding down, summer is about one month away, and you may be scrambling to find a...
Staff Writer
John Schulte is a senior and second year staff writer. His favorite activities include doing calculus and tossing with the boys.
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Copy Editor
Imran Siddiqui is a copy editor on The Tower, and it is his first year on staff. He is a sophomore who spends his free time making microwaveable mug cakes and writing in the third person....