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Above is an image of the IA building which hosts the majority of art classes such as photography, computer graphics and ceramics.
IA building set to be vacated for 2023-2024 school year
Scoring high at Regionals for Science Olympiad team
Scoring high at Regionals for Science Olympiad team
Remodeling reading with technology
Remodeling reading with technology
Lucy Frye ’24 adds texture to the stack of clay rocks on her beach-inspired sundial on Feb. 28 during the Ceramics I class.
A sneak peek into art fest: a student exhibition
Wellness week offers students a variety of de-stressing activities
Wellness week offers students a variety of de-stressing activities
Above is an image of the IA building which hosts the majority of art classes such as photography, computer graphics and ceramics.
IA building set to be vacated for 2023-2024 school year
FUNDING FRENZY An emergency School Board meeting (pictured above) was host to hours of comments on the new health clinic at North.
School board tables Grosse Pointe North health clinic
IN PREPARATION Grosse Pointe North students barricade the door to a classroom, a photo thats already been reposted on social media thousands of times.
Insubstantial threat leads to lockdown at North High School
Masks in the trash after Wayne County lifts the mask mandate.
Grosse Pointe schools lift mask mandate
MDHHS changes school quarantine guidance
MDHHS changes school quarantine guidance
Changing the Dynamic: how siblings conquer disabilities together
Changing the Dynamic: how siblings conquer disabilities together
In 2018,1st Lt. Marina Hierl became the first woman in the Marine Corps to command an infantry platoon.
Battling tradition in a male-dominated field
AI encapsulates school work, but never human spirit
AI encapsulates school work, but never human spirit
RECORD PLAYING This mirrored blue devil adaptation was displayed on the 1973 Grosse Pointe South Symphony Band’s vinyl record. Photo courtesy of South archive.
The ‘tail’ of the Blue Devil
The image above is the piece created by Isabel Groustra 24 titled Three Muses. Photo courtesy of Isabel Groustra.
March 17 Winner; Isabel Groustra
Expanding the talk in classrooms
Expanding “the talk” in classrooms
Tackling sexual assault through awareness
Tackling sexual assault through awareness
Graphic by Olivia Walz 22
Polluting the planet
Taking action with activism
Taking action with activism
Rebecca Pazuchowski and Andrew Pazuchowski enjoy lunch in the outdoors. The pair have been married for 19 years.
The evolution of relationships
Lisa Kline poses for a photo during her Honors Algebra II class on Feb. 8.
Five Minutes With SEEDS Advisor Lisa Kline
BALANCING BARITONE Alex Cline 25 has found the combination of music and school to be difficult, but altogether worthwhile.
Five Minutes with Alex Cline
Five minutes with new social studies teacher Dr. Lee Benjamins
Five minutes with new social studies teacher Dr. Lee Benjamins
Local doctor, Tristan Geuvara M.D., tells students how to stay safe from sickness during the winter months.
Five minutes with Dr. Tristan Guevara
EYES UP Director James Gross conducts Lake of Clouds, performed by the Concert Orchestra at Pops and Pastries, on Saturday, Nov. 5.
Five minutes with Orchestra Director James Gross
Above is the surreal and apocalyptic TV poster of the hit show, The Last of Us. Photo courtesy of IMDB.
HBO Max The Last of Us goes viral and does videogame justice
LA GELATI A family owned and operated business since 2013, the signature Ashta ice cream is sure to make this location stand out.
Dearborn Restaurant Week showcases cultured cuisine
MILITARY MAN Led by Rebecca Dral 23 (left) and Lilly Hunwick 23 (right), the Pointe Singers performs their star-spangled show.
Pointe Singers pull out a win for as grand champions
CHECK OUT CORKTOWN Filled with local restaurants and graffiti, Corktown is home to some of the biggest creative minds in Detroit.
Craving brunch? Check out Brooklyn street local
Lucy Frye ’24 adds texture to the stack of clay rocks on her beach-inspired sundial on Feb. 28 during the Ceramics I class.
A sneak peek into art fest: a student exhibition
LA GELATI A family owned and operated business since 2013, the signature Ashta ice cream is sure to make this location stand out.
Dearborn Restaurant Week showcases cultured cuisine
CHECK OUT CORKTOWN Filled with local restaurants and graffiti, Corktown is home to some of the biggest creative minds in Detroit.
Craving brunch? Check out Brooklyn street local
Above is an image of the iced match latte featured at the New Order coffeehouse.
New order, new coffee
Tower Rates Wing Snob a 10/10
Tower Rates Wing Snob a 10/10
Donuts for days; the quest for the best baked goods
Donuts for days; the quest for the best baked goods
Above is the surreal and apocalyptic TV poster of the hit show, The Last of Us. Photo courtesy of IMDB.
HBO Max The Last of Us goes viral and does videogame justice
Above is the television poster for Lockwood & Co. Photo courtesy of IMBd.
Lockwood & Co drags viewers into sci-fi adventure plot
Above is the picture of Outer Banks Season 3 advertisement poster. Photo courtesy of IMBD.
Season 3 of Outer Banks runs from the plot and disappoints fans
She Said painfully reveals the process of publicizing Weinsteins allegations
She Said painfully reveals the process of publicizing Weinstein’s allegations
WILLOW Though the above poster does seem enticing, the show doesnt manage to maintain the same sense of magic and humor.
Willow loses creativity in new TV adaptation
MILITARY MAN Led by Rebecca Dral 23 (left) and Lilly Hunwick 23 (right), the Pointe Singers performs their star-spangled show.
Pointe Singers pull out a win for as grand champions
SZAs SOS kills the billboards
SZA’s ‘SOS’ kills the billboards
A SEA OF FACES Students from elementary to high school took to the stage for String Extravaganza on Dec. 19, and parents followed. The gym was packed with friends and family, all excited for the music to come.
String Extravaganza unifies the Pointes through music
COVER The MAXIDENT album cover stands out as a defining trait of the musical genre.
The making of MAXIDENT is certainly no accident
The photo above is the 5SOS5 album cover. Image courtesy of google.
5SOS5 crafts a musical storyline that derails from bands origins
One Acts poster, courtesy of advisor Meaghan Dunham
Student-directed One-Acts plan to kick off the New Year
OUTRAGEOUS ACTING South students take part in the play She Kills Monsters. The play follows a girl as she comes to terms with the death of her family.
She Kills Monsters (and stigmas)
THE BIG BAD WOLF Dylan DeMarco 24 takes the stage as the Big Bad Wolf beside Grace Euper 23s Little Red Riding Hood.
South’s fantastical fairytale truly took audiences “Into the Woods”
UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT South’s Drama Club rehearses for their production of Into the Woods under the direction of drama teacher and producer Meaghan Dunham (pictured far left) on Thursday, April 7 in North’s Performing Arts Center (PAC).
“Into the Woods” is bound to enchant
Image courtesy of: imdb.com
The true review of “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore”
GREEN GREATNESS A symbol of a McDonalds march, the shamrock shake is an iconic part of the fast-food franchise.
Shamrock shakes with spirit for St. Patrick
The importance of Black history in Grosse Pointe
The importance of Black history in Grosse Pointe
MONEY MONEY MONEY The stress of tax season isnt isolated to parents; the lack of teaching for young tax-payers yields stress and anxiety for all.
Tyrannical tax season fails to sets students up for success
Valentines Day: Scam or Not?
Valentines Day: Scam or Not?
CLASSICALLY CASTLE The Walt Disney World Castle decorated for the 50th anniversary of the parks opening. The theme park is intertiwing the two anniversaries to create a very festive atmosphere.
Disney doesn’t disappoint, even at its 100th anniversary
The long lineage of luck
The long lineage of luck
Acknowledging black history and achievements all year round
Acknowledging black history and achievements all year round
Finding a space for all
Finding a space for all
Not everyone can be a mathematician
Not everyone can be a mathematician
The ever-evolving cycle of language
The ever-evolving cycle of language
The unified gymnastic team poses for a team photo at States.
A chalked up championship
A HEARTFUL HUDDLE Prior to racing on Oct. 31, the girls cross-country team joins together for the team cheer, to drive themselves to victory.
Hail to thee our Alma Mater
REACH Attempting to steal the puck from a Liggett forward, Gia Cavaliere ’23 uses her hockey stick to slow down the break away during the Girls Varsity Hockey State Finals on Mar 11.
0-3 loss for Girls Hockey state finals reveals fighting spirit
PITCHING PERFECTION Connor Stafford 23 winds up to win the game with a casual curveball.
Soaking up the season, not the sun
Track: Since the track team does not make cuts, it is the biggest sports team at South.. There is optional conditioning for the boys March 9-11, and then the season starts the following week on March 13. Despite being a non-cut, there is a varsity and junior varsity team that is dependent on the performance of the athletes.
Snapshots for spring sports
A HEARTFUL HUDDLE Prior to racing on Oct. 31, the girls cross-country team joins together for the team cheer, to drive themselves to victory.
Hail to thee our Alma Mater
CARRYING THE BANNER One of the most decorated teams at South, the boys tennis team hoists their teammate, Shawn Coyle 24, into the air after winning their state championship.
Serving up wins for the boys tennis team
Sophie Schuetz ’23 embraces her father after giving a touching speech for his last year as an announcer after challenging her to a 25 free during the final meet of the swim team season on Nov 8.
Girls team sinks or swims at November 8 last chance meet
LOOKING FORWARD Stella Kartsonas ’25 coxing her boat to the dock, ready to start practice on the water.
Girls crew rows through practice at the DBC
ROCK ON Swimmer Sophie Schuetze 23 poses next to the decorated spirit rock, celebrating her entrance to collegiate swimming.
Swimmer Sophie Schuetze ’23 commits to Cincinnati
The unified gymnastic team poses for a team photo at States.
A chalked up championship
REACH Attempting to steal the puck from a Liggett forward, Gia Cavaliere ’23 uses her hockey stick to slow down the break away during the Girls Varsity Hockey State Finals on Mar 11.
0-3 loss for Girls Hockey state finals reveals fighting spirit
FAST BREAK Karter Richards ’24 holding the ball ready to pass it to the next open player scrambling around the court trying to make a move.
Breaking a sweat: Boys varsity basketball wins against Dakota for the third time
Basketball Bonanza: Neighborhood Club league through a lens
Basketball Bonanza: Neighborhood Club league through a lens
Unified Basketball team triumphs against North with a score of 50-45
Unified Basketball team triumphs against North with a score of 50-45
PITCHING PERFECTION Connor Stafford 23 winds up to win the game with a casual curveball.
Soaking up the season, not the sun
Track: Since the track team does not make cuts, it is the biggest sports team at South.. There is optional conditioning for the boys March 9-11, and then the season starts the following week on March 13. Despite being a non-cut, there is a varsity and junior varsity team that is dependent on the performance of the athletes.
Snapshots for spring sports
Savannah Spangler ‘25 on the left and Morgan Deenik 24 on the right.
Girls Track team runs into regionals, winning second place
SERVE IT UP No. 1 singles player Moira Hix 22 mid-serve on one of her three matches of the day.
Girls Tennis wins Regionals on May 19
5 Best Sports for Summer
5 Best Sports for Summer
Logo for the Tower Talk Show, designed on Canva by Grace Wininger
The Tower Talk Show, Ep. 5: School Safety
Logo for the Tower Talk Show, designed on Canva by Grace Wininger
The Tower Talk Show, Ep. 4: Senior Spring Break
Track: Since the track team does not make cuts, it is the biggest sports team at South.. There is optional conditioning for the boys March 9-11, and then the season starts the following week on March 13. Despite being a non-cut, there is a varsity and junior varsity team that is dependent on the performance of the athletes.
Snapshots for spring sports
Devils in the Details: Season 2, Episode 4 (Week of Feb. 6, 2023)
Devils in the Details: Season 2, Episode 4 (Week of Feb. 6, 2023)
South’s JV team shows off their amazing synchronization through their choreography.
Cheer team goes for gold in MAC 2 tournament
Logo for the Tower Talk Show, designed on Canva by Grace Wininger
The Tower Talk Show, Ep. 5: School Safety
Logo for the Tower Talk Show, designed on Canva by Grace Wininger
The Tower Talk Show, Ep. 4: Senior Spring Break
Devils in the Details: Season 2, Episode 4 (Week of Feb. 6, 2023)
Devils in the Details: Season 2, Episode 4 (Week of Feb. 6, 2023)
EPISODE ART Designed by Grace Wininger 23, this graphic is the cover for the new season of Redacted, a podcast on the First Amendment.
Redacted Ep. 1: Rochester Book Bannings
Logo for the Tower Talk Show, designed on Canva by Grace Wininger
Tower Talk Show, Ep. 3: Kanye West and Free Speech
Track: Since the track team does not make cuts, it is the biggest sports team at South.. There is optional conditioning for the boys March 9-11, and then the season starts the following week on March 13. Despite being a non-cut, there is a varsity and junior varsity team that is dependent on the performance of the athletes.
Snapshots for spring sports
South’s JV team shows off their amazing synchronization through their choreography.
Cheer team goes for gold in MAC 2 tournament
MOROSS MASTERPIECE The iconic house on the corner of Moross and Lakeshore is a highlight for every Grosse Pointer during the holiday season. Filled with color-changing lights, trees wrapped to the tip and even a Santa on the roof, this house is sure to catch anyones eye as they drive past. The house pushes the boundaries for lights and is sure to make peoples holiday season.
‘Tis the season to tour the lights of Grosse Pointe
HALLOWEEN IN THE SNOW In front of JoJo’s ShakeBar, mums, jack o’ lantern inspired barrels, and pumpkins resting on barrels of hay are the fall decor to beat.
Columbia Street Fall Fest has a fantastic first run
Sophie Schuetz ’23 embraces her father after giving a touching speech for his last year as an announcer after challenging her to a 25 free during the final meet of the swim team season on Nov 8.
Girls team sinks or swims at November 8 last chance meet
PAST WAYNE STATE In the morning mist, the 10K runners sprint past the Wayne State buildings, working towards their finish line.
Behind the scenes of the Detroit Turkey Trot
Sophie Schuetz ’23 embraces her father after giving a touching speech for his last year as an announcer after challenging her to a 25 free during the final meet of the swim team season on Nov 8.
Girls team sinks or swims at November 8 last chance meet
The Tower Class of 2022
The Tower Class of 2022
Recipes to try from home
Tales from quarantine
Tales from quarantine

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Harrison Balfour 24

Harrison Balfour '24, Photographer

Harrison Balfour '24 describes himself as an ambitious person. He likes to face challenges, and to do so while succeeding. Success is an extremely important aspect of who he is. Besides being a photographer for The Tower, he finds himself being immersed in activities such as skateboarding and playing video games, interests he considers to be “basic teenager things.” Balfour is incredibly passionate about photography and journalism, passions that have stemmed from his career in Honors Journalism and now, The Tower. “I started out [at] the Tower because it would look good on my resume,” Balfour said. “But that turned into more. I started to develop a passion for journalism. Now, I just enjoy it. I enjoy talking to people and really telling their stories.”

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According to defense.gov, Air Force Capt. Samuel “RaZZ” Larson, F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs an aerial maneuver during the team’s certification flight at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Dec. 9, 2022. Photo taken by Air Force Staff Sgt. Marcus M. Bullock.

Chinese surveillance balloon over Lake Huron sparks controversy

Harrison Balfour '24, Photographer
March 13, 2023
Life360 and the rise of tracking apps: Are we sacrificing privacy for safety?

Life360 and the rise of tracking apps: Are we sacrificing privacy for safety?

Harrison Balfour '24, Photographer
February 27, 2023
South’s JV team shows off their amazing synchronization through their choreography.

Cheer team goes for gold in MAC 2 tournament

Harrison Balfour' 24, Photographer
February 16, 2023
PROTECTING THE PLAYERS Sam Adams 24 protects runningback Jack Kendall 24 from the impending tackle.

[Photo] Snapshots of South’s victory

November 18, 2022
SEASON POSTER Peaky Blinders releases a new poster for the new season

Peaky Blinders final season is full of excitement and extortion

Harrison Balfour '24, Photographer
October 14, 2022
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