St. Robert CHS Student News
Sarah Morra (12) | STAFF REPORTER
In a society where celebrities’ “personal lives” are openly shared, the masses are conditioned to feel as though they have an intimate relationship with these individuals. The normalization of parasocial relationships is a product of the extreme consumerism that engulfs society and now plagues our youth. They are not our friends: it is time to wake up.
Christian Intendencia (10) | STAFF REPORTER
Why does DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) matter? Well, DEI initiatives cultivate an environment where diversity in all areas and aspects is celebrated. Everyone benefits from DEI initiatives, especially women and minority/underrepresented groups. Donald Trump’s abrupt abolishment of federal DEI initiatives has influenced several major corporations, such as Target, Amazon, and Meta, to eliminate their DEI initiatives.
Angela Xiao (9) | STAFF REPORTER
Times have changed, and with technology advancing faster than we’ve ever imagined, it’s certainly no surprise that phones have become a crucial part of many lives. With the rapid integration of technology, we see a rise of children using phones from ages as young as 7 years old! However, I strongly believe that you should obtain a phone at 14-15 years old, during the beginning of your high school years.
Serena Ahmad (9) | STAFF REPORTER
The use of artificial intelligence has increased exponentially within the past years, with society becoming overly dependent on it because of its accessibility. Whether it be using AI for help with assignments, writing emails or everyday struggles, it has started to become a reliable source for quick answers. However, the increased use of AI is harming the world more than it is benefiting it.
Emily Yang (10) | STAFF REPORTER
The arts: fluid, dynamic and vivid. Not only is this discipline crucial to an individual’s emotional and creative expression, but it also serves as a defining feature in understanding Canadian history and its culture. Unfortunately, due to underfunding, this opportunity is often forsaken in many public school environments, especially in rural communities.
Parnian Esmaeilishayeh (12) | STAFF REPORTER
After fighting for democracy, voting became a fundamental aspect to the functioning of society and government. However, in the Canadian federal election of 2021, only about 62.5% of eligible voters voted (Elections Canada). This percentage declines every election period. The lack of votes creates an issue as the elections do not truly represent the value of the majority, as the majority do not vote. Mandatory voting would resolve the decline in votes, ensuring fair representation, strengthening democracy, and increasing government accountability.
Eva Guo (10) | STAFF REPORTER
With over 1.2 billion children and 500 million youth (ages 15-24) living below the poverty line worldwide, child and youth poverty remains a deeply troubling issue in society. Even in developed countries, far too many children struggle with homelessness and food insecurity. Governments and global organizations make grand promises to address these problems, yet reality is clearly displayed: there is not enough change.
Eva Guo (10) | STAFF REPORTER
In today’s highly competitive academic environment, students feel immense pressure to achieve top grades in order to secure a place in their dream schools and programs. Unfortunately, this environment has given rise to institutions known as credit mills. These organizations offer quick and easy courses that promise higher grades in exchange for a fee. Although these credit mills might seem tempting, they undermine the education system and are incredibly unfair to all students.
Emily Yang (10) | STAFF REPORTER
Amongst the many dilemmas in healthcare, the rising concern of drug addiction is especially prominent amidst Canada’s recent socio-economic instability. The influence of this predicament is most evident amongst the Indigenous, who face disproportionate effects due to complex historical, environmental and physiological influences.
Angela Xiao (9) | STAFF REPORTER
你好, bonjour, hello, 안녕하세요 and привет! On the surface, these words all seem to be completely different but they all in fact mean the same thing! Languages are incredibly fascinating: having their own alphabet and history, they create a whole new world within their system. Yet many of us forget about its contributions to the world and how learning a new language can truly benefit most of us.