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News

Seniors Trip to the Big Apple!
Every year, the seniors of Tates Creek High School take an annual trip to New York City and every year it turns out to be a success; this year was definitely no different!

The Potential Dangers of Social Networking
Since 2003, social networking sites have been on the rise with populations rapidly expanding each day. Common interest sites especially, have been capturing the interest and attention of preteens and teens in America. They use these sites for the purpose of connecting with friends and to know the latest scoop, to meet new people, and to promote their “likes” and interests.

Senior Inspiration
Tates Creek High School's class of 2011 will hold their Senior Inspiration on Sunday, May 22 at 4:00.

School Store offers a variety of goods

FCPS Windows 7 Student Discount
Maybe you remember the day when Windows Vista was released to the public January 30, 2007.

Graduate or Dropout?
Within a five year period (2003-2007), data showed Fayette County’s dropout rate dramatically falling closer to the State’s average dropout rate as time progressed. Data also compared the five Fayette County high schools graduation rate to the State’s average graduation rate, certain schools fell below the State’s average while others met or exceeded it.

Prom Court
The 2011 Tates Creek High School Prom took place on the night of May 14 with the theme of “Old Hollywood”.

Gas Prices Continue to Skyrocket
Why must gas be so expensive?

Sports

Do we love them, do we love them not? The 10 most hated athletes of 2010
In today’s society, sports are everything. We go to sports events with friends and family, we bet on sports games for money and bragging rights, some even devote their whole lives to playing sports. In reality, they’re everything.

Cincinnati Reds
12-4 Playoffs!

Tates Creek Softball
When you think about Tates Creek athletics the first things that probably come to you mind are baseball, basketball, and football. One sport that always gets left out of our mind's is softball.

Time for a Change
Joe Ruddel, Tates Creeks Sports Athletic Director elected Creek’s African American History, and World History teacher Ben Herald has new Head Wrestling Coach.

Run for the Roses
May 7 marked the 137th running of the Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the Triple Crown. People come from all over the world to watch and participate in this annual race. The Derby is also called the “Run for the Roses” because the winner of the race is awarded with a garland of roses that consists of over 400 roses.

Features

Business and Social Responcibility
A better outlook on business terms and responcibilities

School Store Vital to TC Economy
The School Store is a vital part of the school's economy. The store is open every A3 which means it has the chance to be open two or three times a week.

What is this Dubstep stuff?
It’s very noticeable that Dubstep has become a mainstream, and that more and more people are listening to daily. But where and why did it come about?

Wonderland and Once Upon a Mattress Both Worth Your While
Both musicals engaging and full of talent

The Effects of Beauty
The effects of beauty are becoming so major on society that it is shameful. When people are succeeding farther in life and are given more opportunities than others only due to good looks, this is not fair at all.

Senioritis: Real and Lethal
Lack of motivation and unwillingness to do much of anything is a familiar feeling among members of the senior class. This disease, as we call it, stems from the many events occurring during senior year. We call this disorder senioritis.

Laptop VS Netbook
Having trouble deciding which is better for you?

Shopping for Prom on a Budget
As prom season approaches, it is common to feel stressed and scrambled to find the perfect attire. Whether your parents are giving you a set amount of money or you’re shopping on your own dime, many teens are trying shop on a budget. The word budget may make you think your perfect prom vision is ruined but don’t worry, shopping for prom on a budget can be surprisingly fun and rewarding.

Alternatives To Prom
Graduation is nearing for seniors and prom is right around the corner! Prom is an excellent time filled with partying, dancing, fancy clothing, and ultimately, a lot of fun. It is a memorable time usually spent with a loved one, or a group of friends. Some even goes as far to say that every high school student should experience prom at least once, but what about those who don’t wish to go?

Opinions

Actions Speak Louder Than Words
If you do something, the memory remains. People remember what you do. As if you were talking though, words can easily be forgotten.

The Value of An Image
The word “image” is so commonly used in today’s society that it has become easy to overlook its vast spectrum of meanings.