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Kellan Marvin

Kellan Marvin, Opinion

Senior Kellan Marvin is a second year journalism student with a growing interest in broadcast journalism, specifically radio broadcasting. She began writing for Inkspot her junior year and was promoted to Opinion Editor second semester. Over the summer, Marvin works on various projects, like writing speeches for the competitive school season, various articles and creative pieces for whatsyourperspective.net, a student operated writing blog. When she isn’t busy writing (or attempting to finish her impossible AP Physics re-tests) she enjoys Redditing, playing piano and guitar, and cuddling with her Westies.

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Safety precautions must be taking for upcoming National Bike 2 School Day

Kellan Marvin, Opinion May 7, 2013

The success from last year’s National Bike 2 School Day resulted in an extension of the Constitution Trail down Airport Road and onto Raab Road. The weather has been less permitting this year, and bikers are just now getting back on the trail. While gathering as many people to participate in National...

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Mr. Robinson leads his 8th hour sociology class in a discussion about whether or not originality exists in modern times.

New teacher Mr. Robinson goes above and beyond

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Mar 13, 2013

Each year, NCHS hires several teachers who bring new aspects to the school. This year, one teacher has specifically stood out as a hard working club sponsor, coach, and friend. Social studies teacher Mr. Stefen Robinson is a first year teacher here at Normal, and has already taken on such tasks as the...

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Flipping the Classroom: a revolutionary way to learn

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Mar 5, 2013

As teachers desperately try to reach this generation of millennials (kids born between the year 1980 and 2000), many are turning to the technology we cling to so tightly. The new craze of “flipping the classroom” is growing popularity among teachers nationwide and uses technology to literally flip...

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Students feel intimidated by the hateful terms used within the building.

Students are too old to use hateful terms

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Mar 1, 2013

I know from personal experience that anyone who had Mrs. Venerable in sixth grade received a long lecture on our first day of junior high about the problem with the phrases “that’s retarded” and “that’s gay.” Even when we were 11 years old, we understood the offensiveness of these terms. However,...

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Students taking advantage of IMC

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Feb 25, 2013

During lunch hours, there are two types of students: those who socialize and those who don’t. For those who choose not to catch up with friends in the cafeteria, it is a constant battle to find a quiet space to study, read, or just sit and clear their mind for a bit. This year, our school has graciously...

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4-year PE requirement sacrificing academic classes

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Feb 4, 2013

Most students at NCHS have two breaks during their school day: lunch and PE. These are the only two hours that students are not expected to sit quietly in a classroom, and are given the chance to get up and stretch their legs for a bit. For some, running laps and lifting weights is a good stress relief...

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Honors and AP better options when selecting courses

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Jan 26, 2013

While students choose next year’s classes, they often have to question whether they are willing to risk a lower grade in an honors or Advanced Placement [AP] class, or take on an easier schedule that ensures higher grades. Students are taught that colleges look for a high GPA and a good transcript,...

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Les Mis stuns audiences despite poor singing

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Jan 14, 2013

While most people woke up early on Christmas morning to open presents and spend time with family, I was up getting ready for the noon premiere of the musical Les Misérables. I have had a strong connection with this musical, and it was the first professional production I saw. When I found out last summer...

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NCHS alumnus does not speak for all AP students

NCHS alumnus does not speak for all AP students

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Dec 18, 2012

“On the AP Test” seems to be the class mantra of most Advanced Placement classes at Normal Community High School. Many students feel as though the pressure to get a five on the test overwhelms the need to apply the knowledge presented in the course. This idea has recently been brought to national...

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Trump posts irate tweets about election outcome

Internet detrimental to teen politics

Kellan Marvin, Opinion Dec 4, 2012

   After the 2012 presidential debate, more students are left with strained friendships than a better understanding of politics. While more and more peers become politically involved (or rather attempt to become involved), tempers flare frequently in school, but more frequently online. According to...

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