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  • June 3Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
  • May 21Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian found dead after a helicopter crash.
  • May 13Historic geomagnetic storm gave millions in the U.S. opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
  • May 9After three days of deadly storms, Southern states are preparing for more severe weather.
  • April 29After failing to reach an agreement with student protestors, Columbia University says it will not divest from Israel.
  • April 22Dozens of students arrested at Yale, more than 100 arrested and suspended at Columbia over pro-Palestinian protests.
  • April 15Football star and ex-convict O.J. Simpson dies at 76 after a long battle with cancer.
  • April 2Florida Supreme Court rules that State Constitution does not protect abortion, allowing for a ban after six weeks of pregnancy.
  • March 25The U.N. Security Council approved a new demand for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza that the U.S. abstained from voting on.
  • March 18In Jacksonville Beach, Florida, three separate shootings left one person dead and multiple injured.
The Student News Site of Issaquah High School

The Issaquah High Times
The Student News Site of Issaquah High School

The Issaquah High Times
Mimi Gaudiano

Mimi Gaudiano, Illustrator

Class of 2019. Long time artist, first time journalistic illustrator. Grade ‘A’ Disaster Gay. Owner of a wandering mind (if found please return to the art wing, I’ll pick it up). A gender cryptid. Girl? Boy? Nope.

All content by Mimi Gaudiano
STOP THE FOREST FIRES! Campfires may be a fun summer activity but if they are left unsupervised and go against existing burn bans then they can cause disaster. Along with campfires being a danger to forests, people leaving their cigarette buds still burning on the forest floor during the hot, dry months of the summer can lead to the forest catching on fire.

[Photo] Forest Fires

Lea Tucker, Staff Writer
June 11, 2019
EXTRA CAUTION FOR MEASLES: Issaquah High School staff and students were especially cautious about spreading germs due to the measles outbreak and made sure stay on the safe side until the outbreak had safely subsided

[Photo] Measles Outbreak Reaches Issaquah High School

Lucian Cosson, Staff Writer
June 11, 2019
A GAME OF INFAMY AND ENTERTAINMENT: Senior Assassin takes over the halls of IHS in late May.

[Photo] Senior Assassin: A Tradition at IHS

Eashan Arun, Sports Statistician
June 11, 2019
DRESSED TO SHINE. This year’s prom theme of Hollywood brought the most glamourous suits, dresses, rompers, and shoes to the dancefloor. Students showcased their personalities through their outfits making for diverse fashion and beautiful styles.

[Photo] High Fashion, Prom Styles

Kaitlin D'Souza, Staff Writer
June 11, 2019
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[Photo] Students Run Annual PE 5k

Sophie Kirkegaard, Editor in Chief
June 10, 2019
GOODBYE SENIORS: As graduation is just a few days away, how do IHS seniors feel about leaving the school behind for good?

[Photo] Farewell, Issaquah High School

June 7, 2019
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[Photo] GMO Food Can Feed the World, But Is It Safe?

June 5, 2019
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[Photo] A Tropical Kick Off To Summer

Sophie Kirkegaard, Editor in Chief
May 31, 2019
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[Photo] Lucian Cosson

May 14, 2019
IS YOUR BODY REALLY YOURS? The complicated discussion of ownership can lead to a deeper discussion than the surface reveals.

[Photo] Do You Have Ownership of Yourself?

April 23, 2019
FATE The concepts of fate and destiny are very objective matters. Everyone has their own opinion on how to lead to their life, and that opinion is often influenced by what people believe the future holds for them.

[Photo] To Be or Not To Be; How Fate and Destiny Work

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
April 15, 2019
STUDENTS STAND UP: Senior Alex Cordova says, “I hope that what Issaquah takes away from this is that our administration and are district needs to treat these events with more than just respect but no longer using tolerance to handle these situations. We need to work together to make this a more inclusive place.”

[Photo] Unity March: Issaquah Students Take a Stand on Racism and Public Perception

Abigail Lee, Staff Writer
April 15, 2019
BRIGHT LIGHTS AND SMILES! This is the first school dance where we have had a giant screen to broadcast videos of us dancing back to us and it seemed like a big hit with students jumping and waving to be captured on screen. The neon lights definitely added a fun vibe to the dance that really accentuated the heavy bass.

[Photo] TOLO: Totally Outstandingly Lit Occasion

Kaitlin D'Souza, Staff Writer
April 1, 2019
A SAFER COMMUNITY. On March 6, Seika Brown, Natalie Fortes, Yennie Jun, Hadassah Klienger, and Maverick Mendoza went to Olympia to advocate for a bill to create safer environments for students and employees in high stress jobs. They spoke to state legislators about suicide prevention tactics and educated on mental health. By strengthening emotional wellbeing, and opening the conversation of mental health, we can fortify our suicide prevention measures and build a safer community for all.

[Photo] Being Emotionally Healthy is Mentally Wealthy

Kaitlin D'Souza, Staff Writer
March 29, 2019
With so many options, from what to eat to where to eat, teenagers make a multitude of decisions regarding food every day.

[Photo] All About Food

Hayley Lynch, Staff Writer
March 29, 2019
HIGH HOPES FOR IHS SOCCER: Senior Ryan Barrett is hard at work in training. Barrett is one of this year’s team’s key players and says the team’s goal this year “is to win state” and his personal goal is to “make second team all KingCo.” Be sure to come out and support Barrett and all this year’s varsity players as they seek to bring home as many trophies as possible.

[Photo] Eagles Men’s Soccer Gets Underway with High Hopes

Camden Jeske, Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
FANCY DANCE With delicious desserts, balloons, and flouncy dresses, Swingin in Vienna is a fun night where everyone feels like royalty on the dancefloor. Students and parents both from all over the district, both new and seasoned, swing by for amazing music and a fun night of dancing that is highly anticipated all year.

[Photo] Swingin’ in Vienna: A Spinning Success

Kaitlin D'Souza, Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
STUDENTS SPEAK OUT: Senior Mimi Gaudiano stands proud and strong, speaking out to the crowd with a riveting speech on the importance of conservation and fighting climate change.

[Photo] Walkout for Change: IHS Students Take a Stand for Our Environment

Abigail Lee, Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
NIGHT AT PIER 55: Pier 55 is one of the many popular destinations in Seattle and is home to restaurants, the Seattle Great Wheel, and the Seattle aquarium.

[Photo] A Comprehensive Guide to Seattle’s Good and Bad

Lucian Cosson, Staff Writer
March 12, 2019
EXTREME COLD: A polar vortex descends upon the Midwest and Northeast U.S., bringing subzero temperatures and wind chills around minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The extreme weather has caused school closures, deaths, and states of emergency across the regions.

[Photo] A Look Into the Polar Vortex

Hayley Lynch, Staff Writer
March 4, 2019
FRENZIED FINALS! It is a busy time but it will definitely pay off in the end.

[Photo] Finessing Finals: a Review and a Guide for These Trying Times

Abigail Lee, Staff Writer
January 30, 2019
Dogs are everywhere, and are incredibly loving and supportive. With an overwhelming set of positive qualities, it is hard not to fall in love with our canine pals.

[Photo] Dogs and Humans: The Relationship That Changed The World

Hayley Lynch, Staff Writer
January 3, 2019
NEW YEAR, NEW ME? It is that time of year when people are making their New Year’s resolutions. Many people see them as the chance to make a solid change in their life, while others simply do not see the point.

[Photo] New Year’s Resolutions: Hypocritical or Helpful?

Savannah Wood, Copy Editor
December 19, 2018
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[Photo] IHS Lockdown: A Reflection on School Safety

Sophie Kirkegaard, Editor in Chief
December 19, 2018
A LITTLE GRATITUDE. At The Garage, a free teen café in Issaquah, accepts optional donations that allow patrons to tip only if they want to. Restaurants with an optional tip allow customers to reward exceptional service but do not make servers reliant on tips for their income.

[Photo] The Tipping Point

Kaitlin D'Souza, Staff Writer
December 17, 2018
Chamber Strings Concert Master Jason Chan

[Photo] Greenwood and Chamber Orchestras Created a Festive Atmosphere

Eliza Badiozamani, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
COMP SCI: At Issaquah High school, a great number of students are taking some sort of computer science course, and many are considering pursuing a career in this fast growing industry. The likelihood of job stability, company benefits, and the ability to solve societal issues in innovative ways inspire several students to take the course. As the field grows, more and more female students get involved and greater access to courses serves and a stepping off point for possible future software engineers to discover their interests.

[Photo] The Growing Field of Computer Science

Eliza Badiozamani, Staff Writer
December 11, 2018
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[Photo] Gavin Herman

December 10, 2018
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[Photo] Luka Kovac

December 10, 2018
ACHIEVE MORE! There is no way to eliminate peer pressure from the lives of teenagers today. Like any other concept, it can have both positive and negative impacts so it is up to high schoolers to determine just how peer pressure influences their decisions. Thankfully at IHS, students agree that the culture motivates them to pursue academic excellence.

[Photo] To Fit in, or Not Fit in

Kaitlin D'Souza, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
SILENT SKY: Five actors and a sharp tech crew put on a great show last week.

[Photo] “Silent Sky” a Success

Charlie Buttler, Staff Writer
December 4, 2018
VICTORIOUS: The Issaquah High School Junior Varsity Girls’ basketball team won a hard-fought game against the Meadowdale Mavericks last Saturday night.

[Photo] Issaquah Girls Junior Varsity Team Beats Meadowdale in an Exciting Third Win

Savannah Wood, Copy Editor
December 4, 2018
GOAL ORIENTED: Senior Brian Yoon practices his lay ups in training. Yoon is one of this year’s captains and says the team’s goal this year “is to get to state and win” and his personal goal is “to be KingCo defensive player of the year.” Be sure to come out and support Yoon and all this year’s varsity players as they kick off their season.

[Photo] Eagles Basketball Gets Underway with Hopes for Success

Camden Jeske, Staff Writer
November 27, 2018
THE GARAGE Located across the street from the Community Center, the Teen Café, The Garage, is a place for teens to do homework and study after school. There is also free coffee available for anyone who shows a school ASB card.

[Photo] The Garage: A Cafe Dedicated to Teens

Savannah Wood, Copy Editor
November 13, 2018
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[Photo] Issaquah Girls Edge Past Puyallup in the State Quarterfinals

Ian Anderson, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
CLINCHING VICTORY Issaquah puts three past Kentridge in an exciting 3-1 win last night, to push them forward into the next round of State.

[Photo] Issaquah Hands Kentridge Girls’ Varsity a 3-1 Loss in First Round of State

Ryan Carragher, Staff Writer
November 8, 2018
FAST FOOD AND HIGH SCHOOL Fast food gives us in a high school quick, fast, and easy places to go grab a bite during the day or after school hours, and many of us eat there at least once a week. Some might think all fast food is bad for you, but the truth is almost all fast food places have at least a couple healthier options to choose from, making it easy to maintain a perfectly healthy lifestyle while still eating at restaurants labeled unhealthy.

[Photo] Fast Food and High School, We Are Lovin’ It!

Camden Jeske, Staff Writer
November 8, 2018
SKILLFUL PLAY: Senior Sarah Kim attacks the ball. The Issaquah Girls' Varsity Soccer Team keeps the ball close to the ground, plays aggressively, and works well as a unit.

[Photo] Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team Wins Districts in a Thrilling Penalty Shootout Versus Redmond

Ian Anderson, Staff Writer
November 2, 2018
APPLICATION SEASON It is college application season, and seniors are in the midst of preparing to hit ‘submit’, but the process begins long before senior year. How are students at IHS preparing for the next big step?

[Photo] College Declassified

Hayley Lynch, Staff Writer
November 2, 2018
THE ABANDONDED HOUSE OF MINE HILL ROAD The area remains desolated and tarnished, yet it still contains a certain type of peace, rare to find in this busy day and age.

[Photo] Abandoned Places and Haunted Spaces

Abigail Lee, Staff Writer
November 2, 2018
TOO MUCH TRAFFIC? On a vibrant fall evening, numerous vehicles are clashing to get home ranging from students to adults. This amount of traffic in Issaquah is only seen during peak times (morning and evening). The traffic greatly increases commute times for many.

[Photo] Too Much Traffic, Too Little Time

Leo Fukano, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
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[Photo] Issaquah Girls’ Varsity Shuts Out Lake Stevens 3-0

Ryan Carragher, Staff Writer
October 31, 2018
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[Photo] Quiz: What Kind of Chair Are You?

Kaitlin D'Souza, Staff Writer
October 24, 2018
ON THE RUN: Quarterback Trevor Morine (senior) scrambles away from the North Creek linebackers.

[Photo] Issaquah Varsity Football Loses to North Creek

Jake Crevin, Staff Writer
October 24, 2018
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