Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story Review

I watched the Netflix series about the Menendez brothers. To be honest, I didn’t really care for it. The beginning of the show confused me. Right from the start you are thrown into all of their family issues. Their problems with each other. Their court battle. I was trying to follow along. The show has a lot of drama. Too much. There are constant people … Continue reading Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story Review

New Chromebook Policy at East Leaves Students Outraged

On Nov. 15,  students at East received an email from John Francis, the Executive Director of Schools, announcing that starting Jan. 1, students will no longer be able to access personal email accounts on district-issued Chromebooks. The decision, which has triggered criticism from students, is part of the district’s efforts to improve oversight and ensure responsible use of school devices. In the announcement, Francis emphasized … Continue reading New Chromebook Policy at East Leaves Students Outraged

East’s Student Athlete of the Week: Annabelle Williams

 “As we continue to develop and grow our program, Annabelle upholds all of our values and traditions and puts her stamp on the program,” Coach Brian Chandler said. Photo courtesy of Colleen Olson. Junior, Annabelle Williams is being highlighted as East’s student athlete of the week. As one of the top four golfers in the program and a dedicated athlete, Coach Brian Chandler felt Williams … Continue reading East’s Student Athlete of the Week: Annabelle Williams

Celebrating National Athletic Training Month and Recognizing Easts’ Trainers

National Athletic Training Month is a month to recognize Athletic Trainers and what their role is in helping athletes. Certified Athletic Trainers (ATCs) are healthcare professionals that work with doctors to prevent, respond, diagnose, and help athletes recover from injuries.  At East we have three ATCs: Shay Brown, Killian Mills, and Brittani Whaley. Brittani Whaley has been interested in athletic training since college and has … Continue reading Celebrating National Athletic Training Month and Recognizing Easts’ Trainers

Roaring Twenties Revived: East Theater Unveils ‘The Great Gatsby’

That’s a wrap! On Saturday, January 28, East Theater put on their final performance of its Winter show, The Great Gatsby. The play is a stage adaptation of the critically acclaimed novel The Great Gatsby, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The show follows Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, who passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Nick Carraway, a young newcomer to New York, is drawn … Continue reading Roaring Twenties Revived: East Theater Unveils ‘The Great Gatsby’

East yearbook team brings home third place award in state competition

After a successful conference and sectional run, Oswego East’s 2022 yearbook has been recognized as one of the best yearbooks in the state.  Last week on Monday, January 9, the 2021-2022 yearbook contest results from the Illinois Journalism Education Association (ILJE) were announced, with East coming in third for “overall general excellence”. East’s yearbook competes in Division 6, competing against other schools in the state … Continue reading East yearbook team brings home third place award in state competition

Taking a look back at Babel 10 years later

Six studio EPs, four albums, and 15 years later, Mumford and Sons have grown from a small indie-folk group to one of the defining bands of the 2010s. While their discography is broad and expansive, it has come time to celebrate 10 years of the album that put their name on the map. This month marks the 10-year anniversary of Babel, the band’s second and … Continue reading Taking a look back at Babel 10 years later

Unexpected goal leads to Wolves’ victory over Plainfield North

Approaching the boys´ varsity soccer match Thursday night, the team was coming off of a losing streak, having been defeated in their two matches prior and contributing to their 5-4-2 record. But after returning to their home field, they were able to capture a win against Plainfield North resulting in an impressive 2-1 victory, scoring their final goal with forty seconds remaining in the second … Continue reading Unexpected goal leads to Wolves’ victory over Plainfield North