Spider-Man: The Clone Conspiracy Review
Ivan Ramos
June 14, 2017
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All throughout Spider-Man’s comic book run there have been allusions to a curse Peter has, which he has dubbed the Parker luck, this is how he has reasoned through all of the bad things that have happened to him. Well, in the most current Spider-Man event the Parker luck has reached a new level. Okay...
The Newest and Neatest of the NHS
Samuel Ferguson
March 14, 2017
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On March 8, 2017, the newest members of the National Honors Society were inducted by Mrs. Godziszewski, the program’s advisor, as well as the organization’s current officers. Only sophomores and juniors were inducted as twenty-two scholars became the newest class of Phoenix Military Academy’s Ch...
LTAB Indy Finals
Francisco Franco
March 13, 2017
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Louder than a Bomb, LTAB, is the biggest youth poetry festival in the world. LTAB hosts bouts at different venues and high schools in Chicago. Students from all over Chicago are apart of this festival. On Sunday March 12th, two Phoenix Firebirds performed at Louder Than A Bomb’s individual semi-...
The Fall of Marvel Comics
Ivan Ramos
March 3, 2017
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The Fall of Marvel Comics By: Ivan Ramos It is undisputed that Marvel has had a boost in popularity, mostly due to the blockbusters it releases almost every year. However, many people fail to realize that while the movies are successful the comics are falling short. Marvel comics have had a lo...
PMA Raiders Get Ready For Competition
Azahre Johnson
March 3, 2017
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Raiders at Phoenix Military Academy is an elite group of individuals who participate in sporting events such as the Cadet Challenge and the high school Raider competition; they train very hard in physical activities, rope tying, and first aid in order to excel in competitions. Raiders had always won first place in event...
Forensic Science
Joselyn Valerio
February 27, 2017
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After School Matters brings a new program, Forensic Science, to PMA beginning on mid-February. It will bring many opportunities and experiences to many. After School Matters is a non-profit organization that has a variety of programs such as cooking, art, dancing, and even sculpturing glass. After School...
Stay Fit In The Cold!
Cynthia Olivares
February 24, 2017
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During this winter season most people would like to stay indoors and enjoy the warmth of their own home. This is the worst season for those who workout and want to stay in shape. The cold makes people lazier and harder to get to the gym. However, a person doesn't need a gym to stay fit since there a...
The Effects of Child Homelessness
Ingrid Pureco
January 23, 2017
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Driving toward Western and Cermak, there is a beaten up auto shop with old mattresses and junk out front. Every now and then, people can be seen sleeping, trying to escape the bitter cold of this windy city. Recently, a family has started to live there, in front of the run down auto shop, with their ...
The Birds and the Bees
Ingrid Pureco
January 13, 2017
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When some particular topics come up, teachers often shy away from the conversation, dangerously leaving students to teach each other. This is especially true when it comes to anything dealing with sex. Since it is so pushed away and hidden from the conversation platform, many female students have ended...
Senior Quotes
December 2, 2016
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Seniors Only! Class of 2017 if you would like to submit a quotation for the yearbook, please submit it using the link below. Appropriate quotations will be placed next to your senior picture in the yearbook. Inappropriate submissions will be subject to disciplinary action. DEADLINE: February...