My Favorite Season: Spring By: Sachi Dixit

 My Favorite Season: Spring

By: Sachi Dixit

Spring is my favorite season because it is so nice and sunny. After the long, cold

winter, which legit gets worse every year, it feels amazing to go outside and enjoy the warm

weather finally! I love how the days start to get longer, and everything feels bright and

cheerful.

I also enjoy spring because I get to hang out with my friends more. After being stuck

inside all winter, it’s fun to ride bikes, go to the park, or just sit outside and talk. Being

outside with friends makes everything feel so perfect and relaxing.

Another reason I love spring is gardening with my mom. We plant flowers and

vegetables, and I love watching them grow. We also go to a farm called “Gasco”, which is so

beautiful, full of colors, and different types of plants. It’s so relaxing to be outside, digging in

the soil, and seeing the plants bloom as the season goes on.

Spring also has little moments that make it so special. I love seeing butterflies and

bees buzz around, smelling fresh air, and feeling a gentle breeze on my face. Even small

things like sitting outside with a cold drink or taking a walk after school just feel so perfect in

spring.

Overall, spring is the perfect season for enjoying the outdoors, spending time with

friends, and doing fun activities. It makes me feel calm, happy, and ready for all the good

things the season brings!

8th Grade Days, a poem By: Sachi Dixit

 8th Grade Days

By: Sachi Dixit

We laughed in halls,

Shoes on the floor.

Every joke, every secret,

We wanted more.

Friends by my side,

Giggles every day.

Locker doors slammed,

Backpacks in a pile.

I didn’t see the magic,

Not then at all.

Until it changed,

And new faces called.

Friends moved away,

Halls felt brand new.

Everything familiar

Drifted away

Now I look back,

Memories so clear.

The laughter, the fun,

Moments I hold on to.

I wish I had known,

Wished I had seen,

How golden those days

Really had been.

500 Days of Summer, movie review By: Sachi Dixit

 500 Days of Summer

By: Sachi Dixit

500 Days of Summer isn’t your typical love story, and that’s exactly what makes it

so relatable. Unlike other movies where everything just works out, this one shows that

relationships can be complicated, messy, and don’t always work out. That realism hits

hard as many of us experience it somewhere in our lives.

The movie follows Tom, who falls in love with Summer and imagines their

relationship as perfect. But as days pass, he realizes that might not always be the case.

The film does a great job showing both his highs and lows, and how heartbreak can be

painful and confusing. It’s realistic how feelings change, which a lot of movies skip.

Summer’s perspective also adds depth. Shes not the “perfect girl” or the villain,

shes just someone trying to figure out what she wants. Seeing the impact of her choices

mirrors real-life relationships, as two people might care about each other but still grow

apart.

Overall, 500 Days of Summer is refreshing because it doesn’t pretend love is

perfect. It shows that endings don’t always play out nicely, which is what makes it so

easy to connect with. It’s the kind of movie that sticks with you long after the credits roll.

I’d give it 4.5 out of 5 stars, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to see the

struggles of relationships or just something that feels real and relatable.

Why I Recommend Reading “Long Way Down” By Jason Reynolds , article by Kavin Sivakumar

 Why I Recommend Reading “Long Way Down” By Jason Reynolds

Kavin Sivakumar

“Long Way Down” by Jason Reynolds is a novel that covers topics such as violence and grieving the loss of a loved one. One of the important aspects of the story is the way it is written. Unlike most novels this story is written in verse. The story also has many messages and lessons that are shown throughout the story. These messages that are learnt from this novel are important for people to know if they are facing a similar situation. 

One of the reasons why I would recommend this novel to others is because the lessons that are learnt in the story are important for people to know because it addresses topics many people are facing. The main character in the story is struggling with the loss of his brother and he feels pressured by society to get revenge for him. Throughout the story they’re many characters that try to convince the main character not to go out with his actions because they know it can only lead to more violence. The novel encourages people to break the cycle of violence so no one in the future has to feel the same pain that you did. 

Another reason I would recommend “Long Way Down” is the book is written in a unique and different way. The story is written in verse which makes the story fast paced and easy to follow along. This style allows the reader to see the main character's emotions because they’re many moments when just the placement of the words have a deep and meaningful story behind them. For example, in one chapter of the story the words are shown going down one word at a time which shows that they have less time to make their decision if they want to go out with their plan. An important thing to know is the entire story takes place in a 60 second elevator ride and as he goes down every level he meets a new character that helps him when making his decision. 

The story also covers the importance of thinking while making choices and decisions. As the main character meets more characters that have been in the same place that he is in it forces him to think about the consequences that will follow if he goes through with his decision. The book shows that every choice has a consequence even if the consequence might not be immediately shown. 

Overall, “Long Way Down” is a great novel to read if you are looking for a book that can keep your attention and have meaningful lessons. The way the story is written in verse which allows the book to keep moving and catches the readers attention since they have to think about why the words are placed where they are placed because even that can have a meaning behind it. All of these factors are what make the novel “Long Way Down” such an amazing story to read. 

The Rain , a poem By: Sachi Dixit

 The Rain

By: Sachi Dixit

The rain drifts down softly,

like it has nowhere else to be.

It taps against the windows and rooftops,

soft and familiar

a sound that makes everything feel calm

The sky turns gray,

but not in a sad way

in a warm and cozy way

and the world feels quieter,

as if it’s taking a break

Inside, everything feels warmer,

I sit and listen as the rain falls,

steady and gentle,

and for once, there’s no rush to be anywhere

The rain doesn’t make me feel lonely.

It makes me feel cozy,

safe,

and at peace with staying right where I am.

Why Students Should Get More Sleep By: Sachi Dixit

 Why Students Should Get More Sleep

By: Sachi Dixit

Students should get more sleep because sleep is very important for health and

learning. When students don’t get enough sleep, they can feel more tired, stressed, and

unfocused throughout the school day. This makes it harder for students to succeed in

school, which is what we all want, right? Getting enough sleep helps the brain work

better and keeps students more energized.

Another reason why students need more sleep is because it affects their mental

health. Many students already stay up late on school nights, completing homework and

studying for tests, and then they have to wake up early to learn again? This exhausting

process negatively affects students' mental health, since without the right amount of

sleep, they could feel irritated, anxious, or mess up their emotions. When students are

well rested, they feel happier and are ready to take on the day.

Finally, schools should start considering starting later, so students can get the sleep

they need. It's a win-win for everyone since teachers could also come to school later. This

change is essential because it would positively affect students' mindsets and make their

grades higher since they are recharged and ready to learn. By giving students more time

to rest, schools are not just changing their schedules; they are investing in students’

health, success, and future.

Why I recommend Reading “Trifles” by Susan Glaspell , article by Kavin Sivakumar

 Why I recommend Reading “Trifles” by Susan Glaspell

Kavin Sivakumar 

“Trifles” by Susan Glaspell is a short play that is filled with suspense and mystery. The story was written in the 1900s however the lessons that are learnt from the story are still important and relevant today. This short play will make you think about the little things in life and will make you wonder how many things you thought weren’t important were actually useful for you. 

One reason I recommend reading the play “Trifles” is the story shows how people can be overlooked and ignored. The story takes place with two detectives looking around for clues on who murdered a character’s husband. The two detectives also had wives who were friends with the wife whose husband got murdered. Back when this story was written women were thought of as lesser and less important as the males. So throughout the story the male detectives kept pointing out how women kept worrying over trifles, which meant they kept worrying over the silly and unimportant stuff. However, the women found something that could help the men in their investigation, but the males thought since their wives found it it wasn’t important. This shows that even if you believe something isn’t as important you can be wrong, and miss out on an opportunity that could have helped you. 

Another reason I would recommend this play is the story is short enough to read in under an hour. Even though the play is only a couple of pages long it still manages to bring out emotions such as suspense and set a mysterious and unsettling tone throughout the book. The story leaves you with a lot to think about after reading it such as wondering why some characters made the decisions that they did and the ending will leave you shocked. In short “Trifles” is a good play to read if you have some time to spare because of the tone that is set throughout the story.

The story also makes you think if being honest to the law will lead to fairness and justice. In the story a couple of the characters had to make a hard decision on if they should be honest to the law or allow justice to happen for their friend. Even though most people think that the law should come first after reading the story you can understand why they decided to protect their friend from punishment. 

Overall, “Trifles” is a great play to read if you have free time because the story manages to keep your attention and teach you lessons that can help you in life while only being a couple of pages long. The story makes you think over things and appreciate the little things that you might have looked over before. All of these factors are what make “Trifles” an amazing story to read.