How one person's service proves the joy and fulfillment found in volunteering

This year, Mitty is hosting its first ever Freecycle—a project where people can donate Mitty gear they no longer need, allowing others to obtain them for free!

The Black and LatinX Times is a monthly newsletter to which both the Black Student Union (BSU) and LatinX Student Union (LSU) contribute. With articles ranging from student and staff spotlights to celebrations of Black and LatinX culture, the Times provides a creative outlet for students to share their stories, highlight their accomplishments, and connect with their heritage. 

Much planning, hard work, and consideration go into all assemblies as they carry messages that impact and unite the Mitty community.

Since the welcome of our new library staff members Ms. Tiffani Lewis-Lockhart and Mr. Heffernan-Zelaya, many changes have recently been implemented in the library.

Speech and Debate is a class which requires hard work and commitment. Members spend hours researching, studying, and memorizing their topics, then spend class time reviewing and practicing their points. All of this preparation builds up to competitions, where students have to overcome the fear of public speaking and show off all of their hard work.

After posting one of my drawings on the social media platform Reddit, I received an overwhelmingly positive response with calls to turn the drawing into a purchasable sticker. This is what first motivated me to begin selling my drawings as stickers. 

An introduction of the new President of AMHS.

Despite any challenges that the new school year carries after migrating off of distance-learning, whether that be the pressure of in-class essays, the banishment of open-note tests, or even the struggle with social skills, the sophomores are willing to accept these and conquer them all. 

Since its founding in 2008, the Mitty Advocacy Project (MAP) has grown from a tiny collection of students to one of the largest clubs on campus. Its growth has led to various structural and operational adjustments over the years. However, MAP’s core mission of research, education, and advocacy has remained the same and has included activities such as meeting with legislators, awareness campaigns, and international advocacy

This year the reemergence of off-campus retreats embodies yet another aspect of the continuing return to normalcy.

“What are the skills associated that we want the students to have? What book will help achieve those skills? Are there certain types of books that we want students to have exposure to?” With these questions in mind, teachers select books that not only suit the curriculum but also expose students to varying topics and issues.