What’s recently happened? On May 17, seniors and juniors experienced the amazing rendezvous of a night in Paris for Prom. One of the sponsors of this year's prom, Junior Counselor Kristin Bernardi, shared insight as to why prom is such an...
In 2014, GreatNews.Life established the Student Voices internship program (formerly #1StudentNWI), allowing high school students to share an insider’s view of everything happening at the high schools on a monthly basis. The GreatNews.Life staff not only edits and publishes their work but also sends feedback to the students to help them grow as journalists.
GreatNews.Life Student Voices: Summer has begun at La Lumiere
What’s recently happened? As the school year at La Lumiere (La Lu) School came to its end, the plethora of activities and traditions were abundant as ever. With the upcoming prefects being announced at the beginning of May to senior...
GreatNews.Life Student Voices: School is out for Washington seniors
What's recently happened? Washington High School (WHS) seniors recently held their annual senior walk through local elementary and middle schools. With the school year quickly ending, seniors reminisced at their childhood schools and received...
#1StudentNWI: Wheeler’s athletes and activities
What’s recently happened? Wheeler High School and Union Township Middle School (UTMS) Choir Director Pamela “Pam” Hardesty is retiring this year after 34 years of hard work and dedication. Wheeler and UTMS choir students were having their final...
#1StudentNWI: Washington Township High School Prom lights up the night
What’s recently happened? In early May, Washington Township High School (WTHS) had its Prom at Sand Creek Country Club in Chesterton, Indiana. The banquet hall was decorated with floating lanterns and purple and gold balloons everywhere, matching...
#1StudentNWI: Hanover Central High School’s green space revival
What’s recently happened? Hanover Central High School's Environmental/Garden Club has honorably been active in enlivening the school environment throughout May. Led by Teacher Crystal Harrigan-Barry, this club is working towards designating its...
#1StudentNWI: Crown Point High School’s school year comes to an end
What’s recently happened? Crown Point High School students recently wrapped up their Advanced Placement (AP) exams, a significant academic milestone for the 2023-2024 school year. Held in early May, these rigorous exams are designed to provide...
#1StudentNWI: HHS Brickies are getting ready to soak up some sun
What’s recently happened? The Hobart High School (HHS) junior and senior classes celebrated their prom on May 11 at Saint Elijah’s Banquet Hall. The night proved to be a success, with students enjoying the formal event filled with food, dancing,...
#1StudentNWI: New Prairie High School dances into the final week
What’s recently happened? On May 11, the New Prairie High School (NPHS) Prom was hosted at the South Bend Scottish Rite. The theme for the 2024 Prom was the Gatsby Gala, based on the novel “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Lined with...
#1StudentNWI: The Red Devils are ready for beach days
What recently happened? Lowell High School (LHS) recently held a safe-driving assembly for juniors and seniors, made possible by a grant from the Tri-Creek Education Foundation. This occurred on Wednesday, May 15, and it consisted of a few hands-on...