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"Toppy the Top Hat" made his debut at Science Hill's first pep rally of the season this month, taking his first public steps guided by two cheerleaders directing his path. It's the first time in years...
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Burnout is something that affects many students, especially those who are driven and academically motivated. It can be overwhelming and stressful...
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This summer, 12 Science Hill students attended one of eleven Tennessee Governor's Schools, often abbreviated as “Gov School” by students...
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Take a moment to consider the last time you saw track and field athletes at Science Hill in their element. You may have seen a pack of distance...
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Buzz! Ding! Ring! The vibrating buzz of a received message, the tone of a notification, and the resounding ringing of an incoming call are sounds...
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From table-top gamers, to robot mechanics, our school is teeming with exciting groups, each offering something special for students. Whether you're into...
This past October, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Kevin McCarthy, was removed from his leadership position through a rarely used...
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“Bring your Christmas cheer because the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus is a gift!” Calculus Christmas is a tradition for Mr....
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Science Hill and Dobyns-Bennett have been rivals for decades. When the teams meet for any competition, there is an intense sense of competitiveness...
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Since the beginning of minority-favoring policies in the late 1960s, a new way of viewing affirmative action has emerged. The forgotten history...
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Though the full moon is still days away, Johnson City’s Langston Centre filled with Chinese lanterns, traditional dishes, and cultural activity...
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Amid the smells of spit-roasting meat and steaming rice dumplings, the Tri-Cities Chinese Association (TCCA) hosted its annual celebration of...
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The Hillside Cafe: Science Hill’s own mini starbucks. Started in 2016, the cafe has provided many students with opportunities to learn how...
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Cleaning up hiking trails, building a food pantry, public speaking, and raising nearly 100 thousand dollars for charity are only some of the...
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It's well-known that Science Hill has its own orchestra. Students gather daily in the auditorium to rehearse their music, forming close bonds...
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Mental health. To John, it’s the way someone perceives the world. It reminds him of colors tied to emotions; sadness as gray and anger as blue. Noah...
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Let’s face it: we're all a little stressed out right now. We need to balance our grades, social lives, extracurriculars, and jobs all at once....
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What a season for the Toppers! Not only did the Science Hill football team win eight of their thirteen games, but the Toppers made it to the...
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Let’s go Toppers! As we continue through our fall sports season it’s important to remember to support our Toppers. Being in the stands, yelling...
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