St. Robert CHS Student News
Eva Guo (10) | STAFF REPORTER
60s, 90s, 100s — what do they mean? Are they just numbers on a paper or a prophecy of future success? As much as the student who just received a 49% on their biology test would like to believe that those test grades are meaningless, the unfortunate but undeniable reality is that the numbers in angry red ink that haunt our nightmares are an accurate indicator of success.
Eva Guo (10) | STAFF REPORTER
In the spring of 2024, waves of Canadian students rallied on university campuses. Their goal? To show solidarity for Palestinians affected by the Israel-Palestine conflict, a push for greater awareness of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza resulting in… zero meaningful change. While these protest encampments generated media attention, and the passion of these students is undeniable, such demonstrations are ineffective in furthering their cause and can even deter others from lending their support.
Eva Guo (9) | STAFF REPORTER
A woman visited a hospital after receiving many painful headaches. She was told that she was just being dramatic after asking for a brain scan, that she just needed rest. She was brushed off numerous times until she finally got it in 2015. By then it was too late; she had a brain tumor so large that it could not be surgically removed.
Eva Guo (10) | STAFF REPORTER
In recent years, many countries have jumped on the trend of decriminalizing or legalizing certain drugs. While there are benefits that come with legalizing these substances, the impacts of such a change only prove that all addictive drugs should be banned from the public.
Eva Guo (10) | STAFF REPORTER
Hi St. Robs!
My name is Eva. I’m a grade 10 student and one of your editorial reporters for the 24-25 school year. As part of the editorial section, I will be sharing my opinions on controversial topics as well as arguing for my perspective.
Eva Guo (9) | STAFF REPORTER
While people often praise direct democracy for empowering citizens, it is not a system that can be implemented just anywhere. Direct democracy when applied to the country of Canada paints a more nuanced picture. There are a plethora of flaws in direct democracy and complexities in Canadian society that makes this system less effective.
Eva Guo (9) | STAFF REPORTER
The Ontario Greenbelt, created in 2005 to prevent further environmental loss, has been the subject of heavy debate. Some argue that the Greenbelt’s two million acres of resources and wildlife must be preserved. However, opening the land for development is a necessary sacrifice that will greatly benefit the people of Ontario.
Eva Guo (9) | STAFF REPORTER
“O Canada! Our home and native land! True patriot love in all of us command.”
Eva Guo (9) | STAFF REPORTER
Bullying awareness week was where people drew attention to bullying and campaigned against it. However, how effective are these campaigns? Can bullying even be stopped?
Eva Guo (9) | STAFF REPORTER
The connection between wealth and happiness is one that is rather contradictory. While a lack of money can lead to a life of misery, an abundance of money does not guarantee contentment. This begs the question, how important is the chase of wealth in correlation to overall happiness?