My view: Excitement of summer comes with need for balance
Brooklyn Northcross '20, Page Editor
June 7, 2019
Filed under Opinion
While many students would love to spend the ten weeks of summer out on the pool deck, tubing in the lake or road-tripping across the country, there is an increasing pressure to use this time with a much more challenging activity: studying. After June 14, the term ‘studying’ is far from what students...
To the seniors: Amidst celebrations of future, don’t forget your family
Victoria Gardey '20, Web Editor
June 5, 2019
Filed under Opinion
It feels like just yesterday I watched as my sisters threw their caps and walked out of high school for the last time. Before I knew it, the summer was over and they were gone. As senior year arrived for my siblings, we got so wrapped up and excited about the opportunities and future that awaited...
From the future Online Editor in Chief: Continue tradition, embrace change
Victoria Gardey '20, Web Editor
June 5, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
For 91 years, The Tower has established itself as a beacon of student journalism. For 91 years, we have held ourselves to the highest standards in service to our community. For 91 years, we have given students a voice. Within those 91 years, our world has also changed immensely. With the rapid a...
My View: how the abortion ban protects the rights of a fetus
Ian Foy '21, Staff Writer
June 4, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
Even after almost two weeks since the Alabama abortion ban, the topic of abortion bans remains popular with the mainstream media. Although there are some things on the bill that I would have personally changed, I do agree with the overall premise of the bill. The Alabama abortion bill basically states t...
My View: how the abortion ban can be detrimental to women’s health
Ally Bearman '20, Staff Writer
June 4, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
One step forward, and two steps back for women's rights as Ohio and Alabama pass new laws banning legal abortions. An 11 year old rape victim from Ohio who is being forced to keep her baby has sparked national tension on social media. This case, and many others moving forward, are being handled the ...
My View: 2020 elections will be a testament to America’s values
Matthew Kornmeier '21, Staff Writer
May 22, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
The race for the 2020 Democratic Primary is well under way. Currently, there are 23 democrats contending for the nomination, only 13 of which hold any percentage at all in the RCP poll average. The front-runners of those 13 include: Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Kamala Harris, Pete But...
An open letter to every confused or stressed high school student
Nicole Sceglio ’19, Guest Writer
May 17, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
January 2018, I stared at the class selection course. None of the senior English electives appealed to me, except journalism. I kept getting reminded that it’s a “freshman class”, but it offered a balance of analytical writing with creative elements that many of my past classes didn’t. I was excited for jo...
My View: ‘Old-Fashioned’ Market Tour at the Newly Renovated Village Market
Emma Rowady, Guest Writer
May 15, 2019
Filed under Opinion
The ‘Village Market’, previously known as the ‘Village Food Market,’ offers a several old-fashioned, delivery, and specialized products with its new, progressing, and definitely improved renovation. Located on Mack Ave in Grosse Pointe Farms, the market that has been in business since...
My view: Avengers Endgame is a must-watch for 2019
Gabriela Dulworth '21, Guest Writer
May 13, 2019
Filed under Opinion
With the way Marvel’s “Avengers: Infinity War” ended, it is no surprise the amount of anticipation for this movie was high. Fans were horrified leaving the theaters after “Avengers: Infinity War” about a year ago as many had lost their favorite characters. Out of the dust of disappointment came high ...
My view: how the Mueller report pushes a new importance
Eva McCord '21, Graphics Manager
May 10, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
Upon the release of the redacted Mueller report on April 18th, the collective political climate has found itself in the metaphorical port of the storm, raising questions about the legitimacy of our government and the role of authority. The report, spawned from controversy regarding President Trump’s p...
Burns be gone: a review of multiple sunscreens
Anna Cornell '20, Staff Writer
May 3, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
As summer approaches, half of the world gets excited about their long overdue tan while the other half ponders about what the minimum amount of clothes they can wear without getting a sunburn. Thus bringing up the discussion on which sunscreen the paler half should use to prevent them from receiving ...
My View: Cracked Egg of Grosse Pointe offers variety, stellar service
Victoria Gardey '20, Web Editor
May 1, 2019
Filed under Featured Content, Opinion
When I stepped out of the rainy Saturday morning into The Cracked Egg of Grosse Pointe, I was immediately hit by not only the fragrant smells of coffee and sizzling bacon, but also by the comforting feel of the surprisingly cozy and family-friendly atmosphere. I felt like I was in a small-town diner on...
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